Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is excited to welcome Jim Oren to the team as its new Buy-Side M&A Advisor.

Raised in Kokomo, Indiana, and having lived in Holland, Michigan, for the past 35 years, Jim brings a wealth of experience from his previous roles at prominent companies such as ODL, Inc., Whirlpool, Johnson Controls, and Prince Corporation. His extensive professional background, combined with an undergraduate degree from Purdue University and graduate work at Michigan State, positions him as a valuable asset to Buy-Side clients.

Jim’s decision to join Calder Capital was driven by personal connections within the firm and his passion for assisting buy-side clients. “I’m most looking forward to helping individuals grow their businesses or become business owners for the first time,” Jim commented.

Motivated by a desire to contribute within a fun and positive environment, Jim thrives in spaces where both personal and professional growth are encouraged. His personal motto, “Never let them see you have a bad day,” exemplifies his positive approach to both work and life.

“Jim’s background and experience make him a great fit for our buy-side team. His experience assisting companies grow via acquisition combined with his genuine desire to assist entrepreneurs makes him an excellent fit as a Buy-Side Advisor. We’re excited to have him on board and look forward to seeing his impact,” said Max Friar, Managing Partner of Calder Capital.

Outside of work, Jim is a track and field official at the high school, college, and professional levels, and enjoys brewing beer in his free time.

In his new role as a Buy-Side M&A Advisor, Jim will take charge of deals from the moment a client is ready to move forward with a warm lead through closing. He’ll lead the team, facilitate introductions, oversee valuations, guide deal structure, negotiate for clients, secure financing, manage due diligence, and coordinate the closing process to ensure a smooth transaction.

We are thrilled to have Jim Oren on board and look forward to the expertise and energy he will bring to our clients and team. To learn more about Jim’s professional background or to connect with him, we encourage you to visit his LinkedIn profile here.