Calder Capital is excited to announce that it has been ranked as the #5 Most Active M&A Advisor in the Great Lakes region in PitchBook’s 2025 Annual Global League Tables. PitchBook’s league tables are widely regarded as one of the most respected benchmarks in the M&A industry, ranking firms based on transaction activity across global markets. Calder Capital’s placement […]
Calder Capital proudly announces it has been ranked the #4 Lower Middle Market M&A Advisor by Axial for 2025, rising from #6 in 2024. This advancement reflects the firm’s continued growth, consistency, and strong performance in the sub-$10M M&A market. The recognition underscores Calder Capital’s position as a leading advisor in the lower middle market,
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Most buyers say they want to acquire a business. Very few are actually prepared to close one. In our February buy-side update, we explain what separates buyers who close from those who stall, plus share a few recent wins, current deal momentum, and how we evaluate buyer readiness before starting a search. Watch the 3-minute
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In 2025, Calder Capital experienced a 15% increase in revenue over 2024. This jump occurred due to 58 closed deals, up from 46 in 2024. 10 deals were closed by Calder Capital in Q4, as Calder continues its growth trajectory in an M&A environment that has posed new geopolitical and economic challenges.
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Calder Capital is thrilled to announce the promotion of Brandon Sinclair from Marketing & Public Relations Associate to Director of Marketing. As Marketing & Public Relations Associate, Brandon led the firm’s marketing and communications efforts, supporting brand development, managing press releases and media distribution, and ensuring Calder’s messaging consistently reached business owners, advisors, and acquirers across
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Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is excited to welcome Bryan Clahassey as our newest Buy-Side Associate. Introducing Bryan: Hailing from East Grand Rapids, Michigan, Bryan brings a strong foundation in finance and economics along with early professional experience in the business services sector. He previously worked with US Signal and BHS Insurance, where he
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Join us as we recap Calder Capital’s 2025 sell-side momentum. With 30 sell-side transactions closed across 7 states and over $155 million in enterprise value advised, 2025 marked the most successful year in firm history. From manufacturing and construction to distribution, industrial services, and technology, buyers remained active for well-prepared companies. Learn what drove record-breaking
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In January’s 4-minute update, we discuss a proposed SBA policy change, a confidential closing, recent market observations, and more. Have questions? We’ve answered the top buy-side FAQs here. Check out our clients who have been featured on the Acquiring Minds podcast: We have 2 searchers who recently closed deals with the Calder Capital Buy-Side team that
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Global mergers and acquisitions were strong in 2025 and entered 2026 with remarkable momentum. While much of the headlines in the J.P. Morgan M&A Market Outlook focus on mega-deals and transformative transactions well north of $1 billion, one of the most striking trends is the continued strength of cross-border dealmaking. Calder’s Sell-Side team and Buy-Side
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Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is excited to welcome Lucas Matthews as our newest Sell-Side M&A Advisor. Introducing Lucas: Originally from Petoskey, Michigan, Lucas brings a strong entrepreneurial mindset and hands-on transaction experience shaped by both professional investing roles and family-owned businesses. He previously worked as a Junior Analyst at Blackford
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