MANUFACTURING

WHY YOU CAN TRUST CALDER CAPITAL’S MANUFACTURING EXPERTISE

If you are considering selling or buying an industrial or manufacturing business, you want to find the best manufacturing M&A brokerage firm to represent you, a firm that understands some of the unique obstacles and investment highlights that manufacturers embody. Calder Capital combines the advantages of a local M&A brokerage firm with the expertise and contacts of a large M&A investment banking firm. We have been advising the sale and purchase of manufacturing firms for over a decade and we are experts at understanding and navigating manufacturing-specific challenges that arise in transactions – equipment and technology, quality control and production processes, workforce considerations (ex. labor unions), supply chains and sourcing, and regulatory compliance, just to name a few.

With a proven track record of successfully closing over 50 manufacturing transactions in the past five years alone, we are the trusted experts to navigate the complex landscape of industrial mergers and acquisitions. Our deep understanding of the manufacturing sector combined with our extensive network of industry contacts, confidential marketing engine, and award-winning team of manufacturing M&A Advisors allows us to deliver exceptional results for our clients.

We are so confident in our ability to generate the most qualified interest, negotiate the highest offers, and find the right fit for the continuity of your business that we work on a month-to-month basis. If you are not satisfied with our efforts or services, you can terminate the agreement with us at any time.

RECENT SUCCESSFUL MANUFACTURING TRANSACTIONS

McDonough, GA

Acquired By

Atlanta, GA

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Seddon Point Capital

Muskegon, MI

Acquired By

Cincinnati, OH

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Bauer Sheet Metal

Benton Harbor, MI

Has Partnered With

Elk Grove Village, IL

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Freedom Finishing

South Hutchinson, KS

Acquired By

Green Bay, WI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Everlast Saw of North America

Boulder, CO

Acquired By

Denver, CO

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Highline Group

Fairfield, OH

Acquired By

Dubuque, IA

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Vector Companies

Bristol, IN

Acquired By

Brentwood, TN

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Stoutco

Industrials Manufacturer

Midwest, U.S.A.

Acquired By

Midwest-Based Buyers

Midwest, U.S.A.

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Specialty Industrial Components Manufacturer

Grandville, MI

Acquired By

Milwaukee, WI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Harlo Products

Jackson, MI

Acquired By

VSP Ventures

Ferndale, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Jackson Tumble Finish

Gaithersburg, MD

Acquired By

Individual Entrepreneur

Rochester, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Restorapet

Elkhart, IN

Acquired By

Traverse City, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Assembly Masters

Tarpon Springs, FL

Acquired By

Hialeah, FL

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to AmeriKooler

Holland, MI

Acquired By

Grand Rapids, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to ADAC

Ashland, OH

Acquired By

Netanya, Israel

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to BCU Electric

Grand Rapids, MI

acquired by

Northbrook, IL

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Master Precision Mold

Bridgeport, MI

Acquired by

Birmingham, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Capital Stoneworks

Baroda, MI

Acquired by an

Individual Entrepreneur

Baroda, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Tigmaster Co.

Pittsburgh, PA

Acquired by an

Individual Entrepreneur

Chicago, IL

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Tri-Form, Inc.

Edmore, MI

acquired by

Individual Entrepreneurs

Anderson, IN & Bradford, IL

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Lakeland Mills, Inc.

Lake Zurich, IL

acquired by

Chicago, IL

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to CM Industries

Lowell, MI

acquired by

Winnetka, IL

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Envision Engineering

Westland, MI

acquired by

Macon, GA

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to American Gear & Engineering and Tech Tool Company

Sterling Heights, MI

acquired by

Portage, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Thread-Craft, Inc.

Pinconning, MI

acquired by an

Strategic Entrepreneur

Ontario, Canada

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Lloyd's Cabinet Shop

Portland, MI

Acquired By

Local Entrepreneurs

West Michigan

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to the Local Entrepreneurs

Chicago, IL

acquired by an

Local Entrepreneur

Chicago, IL

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Will Gano

Zeeland, MI

acquired by an

Individual Investor

Zeeland, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Progressive Systems, Inc.

Warren, MI

acquired by a

Privately Held Metal Fabricator

Midwest

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to As-Tech Industries

Rome, GA

acquired by

Atlanta, GA

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Caerus Equity Partners

Benton Harbor, MI

acquired by an

Individual Investor

Saint Joseph, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Fortress Manufacturing, Inc.

Fremont, IN

acquired by

Distinctive Manufacturing Group

Bettendorf, IA

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Koester Metals, Inc.

Des Plaines, IL

acquired by an

Individual Investor

Chicago, IL

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Iverson & Co.

Hamilton, MI

acquired by

Frisco, TX

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Post Hardwoods

Clinton Township, MI

acquired by

Individual Investors

Cicero, NY

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Diamond Die & Mold

Grand Rapids, MI

Acquired By

Individual Investors

Kalamazoo, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to the Individual Investors

Lansing, MI

acquired by

Springfield, OH

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Tool Tech

Benton Harbor, MI

acquired by

Mason, OH

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Kelm-Acubar

Roselle, IL

acquired by

Grand Rapids, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Pro Mold & Die

Grand Rapids, MI

Acquired By

New York City, NY

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Nordic Hot Tubs

St. Louis, MI

Acquired By

Jasper, IN

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Jer-Den Plastics

Custom Profile Lamination Company

Midwest, US

acquired by a

Production Cabinetry & Woodworking Manufacturer

Midwest, US

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to the Custom Profile Lamination Company

Madison Heights, MI

Acquired By An

Individual Investor

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Allied Bindery

Owosso, MI

Acquired By

Wauconda, IL

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Clark Engineering

Saugatuck, MI

Acquired By An

Individual Investor

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Diverse Global Corporation

Aaseby Industrial Machining, LLC

Wahpeton, ND

Acquired By

Lateral Industries Holdings, LLC

Baroda, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Aaseby Industrial Machining

Roseville, MI

Acquired By An

Individual Investor

Plymouth, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Husky Precision Machining

Buckley, MI

Acquired By An

Individual Investor

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Bridge Tool & Die

Premier Industries Corporation

Monroe, MI

Acquired By An

Individual Investor

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Premier Industries

Grand Rapids, MI

Acquired By

WTRBox, LLC

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to J Mark Systems Inc

Saginaw, MI

Acquired By An

Individual Investor

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to MKR Fabricators

Baroda, MI

Acquired By

Lateral Industries, LLC

Baroda, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Midwest Die

Jackson, MI

Acquired By An

Individual Investor

Grand Rapids, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to C&K Box / Mulch Wholesalers

Milford, MI

Acquired By

Takasaki, Japan

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Eidemiller Precision Machining

Elkhart, IN

Acquired By

Dowogiac, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Walerko Tool and Engineering Corp.

Elkhart, IN

Acquired By

South Bend, IN

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Power Manufacturing

Williamston, MI

Acquired By An

Individual Investor

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Michigan Woodwork

Muskegon, MI

Acquired By

Grand Rapids, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Waséyabek Development Company

Kalamazoo, MI

Acquired By

Greenville, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Elite Tooling

Grand Rapids, MI

Acquired By An

Investment Group

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor CG Witvoet & Sons

Integrated Manufacturing Concepts

Ceresco, MI

acquired by an

Individual Investor

Hudsonville, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Integrated Manufacturing Concepts

Grand Rapids, MI

Acquired By An

Individual Investor

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Laser Access, Inc.

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Grand Rapids, MI

Acquired By An

Individual Investor

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Graphics Embossed Imaging

Rochester, IN

Acquired By

King of Prussia, PA

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Topps Safety Apparel

Wyoming, MI

Acquired By An

Individual Investor

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Precise CNC Routing, Inc

Muskegon, MI

Acquired By

Individual Investors

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Iroquois Hoods, Inc.

Zeeland, MI

Acquired By An

Individual Investor

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Pi Optima Manufacturing

Walker, MI

Acquired By An

Individual Investor

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Conveyability, Inc.

Niles, MI

Acquired By

South Bend, IN

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to C.N.C. Products, LLC

Buchanan, MI

Acquired By An

Individual Investor

Harbor Springs, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to GP Manufacturing, Inc.

Nunica, MI

Acquired By

Individual Investors

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Precision Engineering & Manufacturing, Inc.

Belding, MI

Acquired By

Multi-Automatic Tool and Supply Co.

Walker, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Belding Tool & Machine

Berrien Springs, MI

acquired by

EB Welding, Inc.

Berrien Springs, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Ray's Welding

Dowagiac, MI

Acquired By an

Individual Investor

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Securit Metal Products

Aquest Machining & Assembly, Inc.

Greenville, MI

Acquired By

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Aquest Machining

Holland, MI

Acquired By

Columbus, IN

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Extol ErgoStation

Holland, MI

Acquired By

Grand Rapids, MI

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Impres Engineering Service

Holland, MI

Acquired By An

Individual Investor

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to Baumann Tool & Die

Allegan, MI

Acquired By

Allen Partners, LLC

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to D&J Precision Machine

South Bend, IN

Acquired By

South Bend, IN

Served as the Exclusive M&A Advisor to AAA Tool & Die

Calder Capital is recognized as a Manufacturing Industry Expert by the Business Brokerage Press

EXAMPLES OF RECENTLY SOLD NICHE MANUFACTURING BUSINESSES

Calder Capital has experience working with a number of niche manufacturing businesses including:

Automotive Manufacturer
Wire Harness Tooling & Equipment
CNC Machining
Conveyors & Material Handling Equipment
Tool & Die
Laboratory Furniture
Wood Products Manufacturing
Structural Steel Fabrication
Tube Bending
Rotational Molding
Laser Cutting & Welding
Apparel Manufacturing
Mold Manufacturing & Repair
Consumer Products Manufacturing
Die Cutting & Finishing
Display Manufacturing
Special Machine Design & Manufacturing
Cabinet Manufacturing
Plastic Injection Molds
Water Treatment Equipment & Systems

WHAT ARE UNIQUE & CRITICAL COMPONENTS THAT BUYERS CONSIDER WHEN PURCHASING A MANUFACTURING BUSINESS?

Beyond financial performance, buyers and their advisory teams will dig deeply into the following areas when analyzing any manufacturing M&A transaction. In the preparatory phase, Calder will work with you to document, highlight, and explain these areas of the business and get prepared for intense buyer scrutiny.

Quality control and production processes: Manufacturing businesses rely heavily on their quality control systems and production processes. It is essential to assess the target company’s quality control measures, certifications, compliance with industry standards, and potential risks or issues that could impact product quality.
Supply chain and sourcing: Understanding the target company’s supply chain and sourcing arrangements is crucial. Buyers will want to evaluate relationships with suppliers, potential risks related to raw material availability, pricing agreements, and any long-term contracts that may impact the business.
Regulatory compliance: Manufacturing operations are subject to various regulations, such as environmental, health and safety, and labor laws. It is important to assess the target company’s compliance with these regulations to identify any potential liabilities or risks associated with non-compliance.
Equipment and technology: Manufacturing often requires specialized equipment and technology. Buyers will evaluate the condition and maintenance of the target company’s machinery, production capacity, technological capabilities, and potential needs for upgrades or replacements.
Workforce considerations: Manufacturing acquisitions involve the transfer of employees. It is essential to understand the target company’s workforce, including employee contracts, labor union agreements, compensation and benefits structures, and any potential issues related to employee turnover or labor disputes.
Financial and operational performance: Conduct a thorough financial analysis of the target company. Buyers will assess key financial metrics, such as revenue, profitability, cash flow, and inventory management. They will evaluate operational efficiency, capacity utilization, and the potential for cost synergies or operational improvements post-acquisition.
Customer base and contracts: Buyers will want to understand the target company’s customer base, key accounts, and contract relationships. Items like customer concentration, contract terms and duration, customer satisfaction levels, and any potential risks related to customer retention or loss will be scrutinized.
Market and competitive landscape: Buyers will assess the target company’s position within the market and understand the competitive landscape. They will evaluate market trends, competitive advantages, potential threats, and opportunities for growth or diversification.
Intellectual property: Manufacturing companies often possess valuable intellectual property (IP), such as patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Buyers will want to ensure that the target company’s IP is properly protected and that the necessary licenses and agreements are in place.
Integration challenges: Merging or acquiring a manufacturing business often involves integration challenges, such as combining different processes, systems, and cultures. The ultimate buyer will develop a comprehensive integration plan to ensure a smooth transition and maximize the value of the acquisition.

WHY DON’T SOME MANUFACTURING BUSINESSES SELL?

There are a few reasons why manufacturing businesses do not sell, and Calder has worked diligently to eliminate these primary obstacles to selling.

The number one reason that businesses do not sell is because there is a significant gap between what the seller wants and what the market provides in terms of valuation. Calder eliminates this by conducting a thorough “market-informed” business valuation before we ever ask for a client engagement. Because we often sell more than a dozen manufacturing businesses per year, we have an accurate pulse on valuation multiples, deal structure, and the state of the buyer pool. We combine our proprietary on-market data and insights with thorough research utilizing trusted valuation resources for businesses that match your specific industrial niche and financial performance. The result is a precision valuation analysis that reflects the market feedback you will receive from buyers if you decide to proceed with a sale process.

At this point, it is 100% up to you whether to move forward with a sale process. If the valuation is not where you need or want it to be, Calder can point you to resources that can help you to improve your valuation or we can all simply wait. Sometimes, manufacturing business owners decide to wait 1-2 years before selling once they understand what drives valuation. At no point during our initial valuation process will you feel compelled to make a decision that is not in your best interest. Calder Capital is in it for the long game, and this means standing shoulder-to-shoulder with our prospects and clients and helping them to make the best decision for their businesses and lives.

The second reason that manufacturing businesses do not sell is the quality of their financial records. When buyers and lenders are making critical decisions to pay and loan, respectively, millions of dollars, it is critically important to them that they can trust the information that they are receiving from the seller. Periodically, we receive information from manufacturing business owners that contains errors or is not prepared to the accounting standards that buyers expect. During our business valuation exercise, if we identify areas where buyers are likely to be confused or have questions, or we encounter impasses with respect to obtaining the types of financial records that buyers and lenders will expect during the analysis and due diligence phase, we will discuss these with you and help you work with your CPA or other accounting advisors to prepare the business appropriately for the type of scrutiny that a sophisticated buyer will bring.

CONTACT US FOR A CONFIDENTIAL CONSULTATION

We want to learn about your business and goals. After our initial conversation, we will send you an information request regarding what is needed for us to conduct a “market-informed” valuation analysis. This analysis is unique as we carefully assess your business through the eyes of a buyer by pairing manufacturing industry transaction data with our own proprietary transaction data to produce a custom report indicating the valuation range that we believe will be reflected by the market. We will also discuss how to position your business to achieve a premium valuation.

Along with the valuation analysis, we will provide a custom confidential marketing plan detailing exactly the steps that we will take to find buyers and maximize competition. If you decide to move forward with a sale, we will design a confidential information memorandum (CIM) to outline the advantages of your manufacturing company. We will never provide your company’s identity or any confidential information to any buyer unless they have signed a strict confidentiality agreement, answered qualifying interview questions, undergone a background check, and been approved by our team (and/or our client).

Calder will design a sophisticated and comprehensive marketing campaign that confidentially introduces your business to a pool of 1,000s of buyers. Using sophisticated and proprietary communication campaigns, we will narrow the pool of buyers down to the most serious ones, have one-to-one discussions with them, solicit offers, and then sit down with you to review the best offers and advise you on the advantages of each one. When you have chosen the best offer for you, we will suggest ways to negotiate and improve each offer and then roll up our sleeves to make the final offer as perfect as possible. We’ll answer questions during due diligence and keep things on track with the attorneys.

At Calder Capital, we offer unparalleled industry and buy-sell expertise that sets us apart from the competition. Whether you’re looking to expand your manufacturing portfolio or sell your industrial business, our team of seasoned professionals will guide you every step of the way. We have a comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within the manufacturing sector, enabling us to provide strategic advice and tailored solutions to meet your specific goals.

Trust Calder Capital as your partner in manufacturing and industrial M&A. Contact us today to learn more about how our industry expertise, “market-informed” valuations, and our unique short-term agreement approach align us to achieve your goals in the dynamic world of manufacturing transactions.

MANUFACTURING CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

“After a number of attempts with other brokers, Dennis and I had little faith in our ability to sell the business. However, after our first meeting with the Calder Capital team, we were given hope, in large part because we felt Garrett understood our vision and appreciated the importance of finding the perfect buyer to acquire Thread-Craft. We were looking for a specific buyer who had manufacturing experience, had a desire to grow the business, and was committed to keeping our workforce intact. Calder Capital and Garrett Monroe found a perfect fit in The Depatie Fluid Power Group and we will be forever grateful. Garrett’s unwavering support, hard work, expertise, diligence, drive, and attention to detail were instrumental in navigating the complexities of this transaction. Garrett was truly the reason this transaction was successful; he is more driven than anybody we have ever known. Without Garrett’s commitment and partnership, we wouldn’t be where we are, celebrating our retirement.”

– Celeste Johnson, Owner, Thread-Craft, Inc., Sterling Heights, MI (Seller)

“Truly I tell you, Scott and I appreciated the sound advice, and hard work Calder Capital & Garrett put into this big move for us. We could not have done it without them! We are blessed to have worked with them.”

– Mary Beth Roerig, Co-Owner, Envision Engineering, Lowell, MI (Seller)

“Working with Calder Capital and Garrett was a 10/10 experience. Compared to the other brokers I interacted with, he was an 11/10! He was great every step of the way and very diligent in his efforts.”

– JoAnn Hinds, Former Owner, Diamond Die & Mold, Clinton Township, MI (Seller)

“Rob and Calder’s outstanding guidance was pivotal to our sale; their expertise was invaluable. “The consistent communication and proactive approach ensured we stayed on track throughout the process. Collaborating with Rob was an absolute game-changer for my company; I couldn’t have sold it without him. I trusted Rob every step of the way. I could quickly tell that not only was he good at his profession, but he enjoyed it! He showed critical thinking and discernment, proving to be authentic and genuinely focused on achieving the best outcome for me. He ultimately secured a deal that exceeded our expectations. Rob and the Calder team were essential partners in selling my manufacturing business. I couldn’t be happier with the outcome, and I highly recommend Rob Stasiak and Calder Capital to any business owner seeking top-notch M&A advisory services.”

– Steven Greenland, Owner, As-Tech Industries, Warren, MI (Seller)

“As the seller’s attorney for Diamond Die & Mold Co, I’m thrilled about this sale. It preserves the company’s 60-year legacy and secures continued employment for all employees in metro Detroit. The new owner shares a deep appreciation for the company’s history and its employees. With a strong foundation in place, exciting growth and expansion opportunities lie ahead. My experience working with Garrett Monroe and Calder Capital was excellent. His deep knowledge of the die and mold industry led to finding the perfect buyer. Garrett’s responsiveness and professionalism made the process seamless for the seller. I highly recommend Garrett and his team at Calder Capital to anyone considering selling their business.”

– Andy Goldberg, Legal Counsel to Diamond Die & Mold, Clinton Township, MI (Seller’s Counsel)

“There were definitely ups and downs along the way, but I sincerely applaud the efforts of Calder and Advisor Shane Kissack. Shane is patient and knowledgeable. He always took the time to answer my questions and I felt he was always on my side. He did an excellent job.”

– Andy Bodnar, Former Owner, Kelm-Acubar, Benton Harbor, MI (Seller)

“I have met many small business brokers over the years, and there is no one I would consider better at their craft than Shane. I would recommend working with him and the Calder team without hesitation!”

– Will Gano, Owner, Bear Stewart Corporation, Chicago, IL (Buyer)

“It was wonderful working with Garrett and the Calder team. I had no idea how much went into the sale of a company. Garrett was extremely knowledgeable and patient while working through each step. During this adventure, Mary Beth and I have grown very fond of Garrett and think the world of him. I can sincerely say that I do not believe that we could have picked a better person and company to guide us through this once-in-a-lifetime company sale!”

– Scott Roerig, Founder, Envision Engineering, Lowell, MI (Seller)

“After 40 years in business, we decided that it was time to look at exiting the business and planning for retirement. We engaged Calder Capital based on the successful sale of a friend’s business that had also been managed by Calder. We found the right buyer in early August and closed on the sale of the business and the real estate on September 30. Given that the purchase involved SBA financing, it required everyone working together to move the process along as fast as possible. Pankaj Rajadhyaksha did a tremendous job in ensuring communication between the buyer, seller, attorneys, banker, and the title company to help us get to the finish line. Pankaj was thorough, professional, and genuinely interested in our success. I would recommend that any small to mid-sized business owner thinking of an exit from their business consider using Pankaj and Calder Capital.”

– Rod Nitz, President, Midwest Die Corp, Baroda, MI (Seller)

“Garrett and Scott were extremely helpful and knowledgeable. They worked hard to ensure both sides understood the acquisition process and overcome all the hurdles that come with a transaction like this. I would highly recommend both Garrett and Scott to anyone interested in selling a business.”

— Kurt Madvig, Custom Millwork & Display, Carmel, IN (Buyer)

“The Calder team was incredibly helpful. Sam brought with him an incredible energy and willingness to answer questions at all hours of the day, and Ghazey has a steady confidence. The process couldn’t have gone more smoothly, and certainly wouldn’t have without them.”

— Mark Stevens, Former Owner, C&K Box and Mulch Wholesalers, Jackson, MI (Seller)

“Rob and the Calder Team were very good to work with. They provided information in a very timely manner, were honest and straightforward, and really helped facilitate the transaction, and followed up to assist in a smooth transition.”

– Buyer, As-Tech Industries, Midwest (Buyer)

“Well, it has been quite the journey getting to this point, many setbacks, frustrations, and hurdles to overcome. In the end, dogged perseverance, determination, and a broker who wouldn’t quit prevailed. Thank you so much for your efforts, time, advice, and even a little humor when things got a little testy. You were a broker, psychologist, strategist all wrapped up in one.

Thanks to you Rick, Max, and Calder Capital. If you ever get to southwest Florida, look us up, we’ll have a drink or few, share some stories, and be able to finally take a deep breath and laugh about the whole process.”

— Ed Walerko, Owner, Walerko Tool & Engineering Corp., Elkhart, IN (Seller)

“Garrett and Scott did a phenomenal job helping us find Kurt. It was vital that we found the perfect fit to help grow Custom Millwork & Display going forward. We are confident that we can now double the size of Custom Millwork & Display over the next three years while maintaining the culture we have built over the last 15 years. The Calder team got us the top price for our Business while finding the best fit for the continuity of Custom Millwork & Display. They are the best in the business!”

— Dustin Mead, Owner, Custom Millwork & Display, South Bend, IN (Seller)

“The entire process took only about 7 months from initially reaching out to Calder to closing, which was less than I expected. The team was great to work with, not only quick to respond but very knowledgeable and helpful.”

— Gordon “Butch” Payton, Owner, GP Manufacturing, Inc., Buchanan, MI (Seller)

“The acquisition was a long and somewhat bumpy road, but I am glad that Garrett and I were able to get the two parties together and get the deal done, as I really think it’s a great move for all involved.”

– Clayton Jones, EVP of Corporate Development, HF Companies, Winnetka, IL (Buyer)

“Throughout the process of accumulating data, marketing and qualifying potential new owners, throughout due diligence and legal proceedings both Pankaj and Ghazey were always willing to take the time to answer all questions, stay late, work weekends, even to the point of offering substantial advice, consultations and recommendations during legal negotiations with my attorney. At all times I felt truly represented by Calder Capital and these gentlemen. I would heartily endorse Calder Capital and specifically Pankaj and Ghazey if you are considering purchasing or selling your manufacturing business!”

— Bob Playford, Founder, Aquest Machining & Assembly, Inc., Greenville, MI (Seller)

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