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Introducing Andy Garza: Calder Capital’s Newest Buy-Side Associate
Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is excited to welcome Andy Garza as our newest Buy-Side Associate. Introducing Andy: Andy is originally from Chicago, IL, and studied Finance at Grand Valley State University (GVSU). He previously gained valuable experience as a Finance Intern at Fifth Wheel Freight, where he strengthened his analytical…
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August 2025 Off-Market Sellers Update
Welcome to our August 2025 Off-Market Sellers update! In this 3-minute update, we cover how not to miss the best deals out there and a few new buyer closing stories (podcasts!). We also provide an update on total closing and under LOI deal volume. Have questions? We’ve answered the top buy-side FAQs here. August 2025 Results:…
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Calder Capital Bolsters Leadership, Doubles Down on Long-Term Growth Plans
Calder Capital is excited to announce the formalization of its leadership team in promoting three team members: Garrett Monroe, Hannelore Jones, and Sam Scharich. Necessary for Calder’s present size and continued growth aspirations, Garrett, Hannelore, and Sam have been formally promoted to senior leadership positions, marking a new phase of alignment within the firm. With…
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Calder Capital Buy-Side Client Bryan Houck Featured on Acquiring Minds Podcast
Bryan Houck, a buy-side client of Calder Capital, was recently featured on Acquiring Minds, a podcast for entrepreneurs who buy businesses. Bryan’s journey through the acquisition process of Extra Credit Projects offers valuable insights, and we’re honored to have worked with him. Tune in to hear his story and learn more about the strategies that…
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Calder Capital Buy-Side Client Yan Vinarskiy Featured on Acquiring Minds Podcast
Yan Vinarskiy, a buy-side client of Calder Capital, was recently featured on Acquiring Minds, a podcast for entrepreneurs who buy businesses. Yan’s journey through the acquisition process of Floorguard Products offers valuable insights, and we’re honored to have worked with him. Tune in to hear his story and learn more about the strategies that led…
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Buy-Side Services Testimonial: Bryan Houck
Bryan Houck, a buy-side client of Calder Capital, recently shared his experience of working with the Calder team. Bryan has remarked that he said he is “now benefiting from the results of finding the perfect business, and I know I wouldn’t have gotten here without Calder Capital’s help.” Tune in to hear more about his…
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Pilgrim Packaging of Huntley, IL, acquired by LBS of Des Moines, IA
“From the very beginning, Jake and the Calder Capital team took the time to understand our business, our priorities, and our hopes for Pilgrim’s future. Their guidance, market knowledge, and ability to connect us with the perfect buyer were invaluable. The entire Calder team made what could have been a stressful process feel organized, transparent,…
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Midwest-Based Specialty Industrial Components Manufacturer Acquired by Midwest-Based Buyers
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the successful sale of a Midwest-based Specialty Industrial Components Manufacturer to Midwest-based entrepreneurs. Over the decades, the company has built a reputation for high-quality products and a robust online presence. The company is a machining and components manufacturer that offers short-run production, maintenance repair machining, and welding. With the…
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Market Update – Q2 2025
Calder Capital’s market updates pull recent data from industry-wide reports, like BizBuySell, IBBA, M&A Source, GF Data, and internal transactions. We compile insights into current market conditions, published quarterly. With 40+ annual transactions closed, we offer accurate perspectives. Our analysis informs strategic decisions, backed by data and M&A expertise. Exceptional service is our pride.
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Davis Harrison Dion of Chicago, IL Welcomes New Partners To The Firm
“Throughout the process, Jake McDonald was always available and equipped to answer our questions and provide guidance. With the help of Jake and the Calder team, we evaluated numerous strategic partners and ultimately found partners who were the right fit for us. Working with Jake was instrumental to this process, and we couldn’t be happier…
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Calder Capital Recognized as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in Chicago
Calder Capital has been named a 2025 Best and Brightest Company to Work For in Chicago by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR). This prestigious recognition underscores Calder Capital’s dedication to cultivating a workplace where employees are empowered, valued, happy, and equipped for success at work. The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For…
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Introducing Collin Hicks: Calder Capital’s Newest Buy-Side Associate
Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is excited to welcome Collin Hicks as our newest Buy-Side Associate. Introducing Collin: Originally from Marquette, Michigan, Collin graduated with honors from Michigan Technological University, where he earned a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Finance with a Minor in Financial Technology.…
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August 2025 Sell-Side Update
Welcome to our August 2025 Sell-Side Update! In this August 2025 Sell-Side Update, Garrett Monroe, Sell-Side Director at Calder Capital, sits down with Ryan McCaslin, Partner at EHTC Transaction Advisory Services, to break down why a QofE is so critical for business sellers. A Quality of Earnings report goes beyond standard financial statements. It provides…
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July 2025 Off-Market Sellers Update
In July’s 7-minute update, we cover how we source off-market leads and all of the transactions currently under LOI (3 new LOIs inked in July!). Have questions? We’ve answered the top buy-side FAQs here. July 2025 Results: Have a question you’d like answered? Thanks for watching our July 2025 Off-Market Sellers Update! Email [email protected] with any questions and…
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Calder Capital Named Top 10 Lower Middle Market M&A Advisor in Axial’s 2025 Semi-Annual Business Broker League Table
Calder Capital is proud to announce that it has been named a Top 10 Lower Middle Market M&A Advisor by Axial, landing at #8 in their 2025 Semi-Annual League Table. This recognition lists Calder among the top-performing M&A firms in the $1-$10M enterprise value space nationwide and marks its second consecutive appearance on Axial’s prestigious…
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Calder Capital’s Max Friar Featured on Growth Think Tank Podcast
Calder Capital’s Managing Partner, Max Friar, recently joined Gene Hammett on the Growth Think Tank Podcast to discuss how trust, transparency, and candor are essential to building a high-performing, people-centric team. In the episode, Max shares how Calder’s commitment to team development, open communication, and a culture of ownership has fueled remarkable growth in the…
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Calder Capital Honored By Inc. 5000 As One of America’s Fastest-Growing Companies for the Fourth Time
Today, Inc. revealed that Calder Capital, a leading nationwide M&A Advisory Firm, has earned the rank of No. 2276 on the 2025 Inc. 5000, Inc.’s prestigious, annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. This marks Calder Capital’s fourth appearance on the list. On the list, Calder Capital was ranked No. 35 of 88…
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Calder Capital’s Max Friar Featured on Growth Think Tank Podcast
Calder Capital’s Managing Partner, Max Friar, recently joined Gene Hammett on the Growth Think Tank Podcast to discuss how trust, transparency, and candor are essential to building a high-performing, people-centric team. In the episode, Max shares how Calder’s commitment to team development, open communication, and a culture of ownership has fueled remarkable growth in the…
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How Recent SBA 7(a) Loan Changes Are Reshaping the Lending Landscape
Significant changes to Small Business Administration (SBA) 7(a) loan guidelines that took effect June 1, 2025, are now rippling across the M&A landscape. These changes, triggered by “negative cash flow for the first time in thirteen years,” per the Small Business Administration, have resulted in altered deal structures, narrowed buyer eligibility, and impacted timelines for…
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How Recent SBA 7(a) Loan Changes Are Reshaping the Lending Landscape
Significant changes to Small Business Administration (SBA) 7(a) loan guidelines that took effect June 1, 2025, are now rippling across the M&A landscape. These changes, triggered by “negative cash flow for the first time in thirteen years,” per the Small Business Administration, have resulted in altered deal structures, narrowed buyer eligibility, and impacted timelines for…