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An Interview with John Harrington

Hannelore Green, Calder’s Continuous Improvement Director, recently sat down with John Harrington, Calder’s Distressed & Turnaround Advisor, to gain some insight into his processes, his experience, and his best advice for helping clients. John Harrington Hannelore Green Hannelore: “Can you outline the specific steps you take when first engaging with a distressed client? What is […]

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Bakery Ingredients Manufacturer Bear Stewart of Chicago, Illinois Acquired by a Local Entrepreneur

Calder Capital is delighted to announce that Bear Stewart Corporation of Chicago, IL has been acquired by a local entrepreneur, Will Gano. Will Gano is a seasoned professional specializing in corporate growth and leadership. Based in Chicago, he has significant experience in food manufacturing at Cargill Inc. Seeking help in finding an acquisition while still

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Making a Splash: The Sale of Action Water Sports Receives Crain’s 2024 M&A Retail Deal of the Year Award

Calder Capital is proud to announce that the sale of Action Water Sports led by Calder Advisor, Pankaj Rajadhyaksha, has been honored by the Crain’s M&A Awards as the 2024 Retail Deal of the Year Award! Crain’s presents the 11th annual M&A Deals and Dealmakers Awards to spotlight best practices and excellence related to mergers,

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From Listing to Closing: How to Sell Your Business Efficiently with Max Friar

Calder Capital’s Managing Partner, Max Friar, recently was featured on the MCM Wealth Podcast where he discussed the intricacies of selling a business. Listen below on Spotify! Every business owner needs to exit their business eventually. So, what does that process look like, and how can it be carried out efficiently? Max Friar, Managing Partner

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Introducing Steve Wilcox: Lansing M&A Advisor

Introducing Steve Wilcox, Calder’s Newest Mergers and Acquisitions Advisor! Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is delighted to announce the addition of Steve Wilcox to its team as an M&A advisor serving the greater Lansing and SE Michigan markets. Originally hailing from Davison, Michigan, Steve now calls East Lansing home. He holds

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Inc 5000 Regionals 2024: Calder Capital Ranked #73 in Midwest, #7 in Michigan 

With a Two-Year Revenue Growth of 159%, Calder Capital Ranks No. 73 on Inc. Magazine’s List of the Midwest Region’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies Companies on the 2024 Inc. 5000 Regionals: Midwest list had an average growth rate of 134%. Grand Rapids, MI, February 27th, 2024 – Inc. magazine today revealed that Calder Capital is No.

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A Buyer’s Take on Outsized Seller Expectations

Guest Post: Friday Forward – Outsized Expectations (#419) by Robert Glazer, Founder of Acceleration Partners  The following is a guest post by author and entrepreneur Robert Glazer of Acceleration Partners. Mr. Glazer distributes a thoughtful “Friday Forward” reflection on various topics each Friday morning. His post below caught our attention as it speaks clearly and

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Bridging the Gap: Creativity in Earnout Structure Can Get the Deal Across the Table

In mergers and acquisitions, bridging valuation gaps between buyers and sellers often requires more than just financial acumen—it demands creativity. A key strategy is the use of earnouts, which can alleviate buyer concerns and reward sellers for consistent performance or growth going forward. This post delves into the nuances of earnout structures, shedding light on

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