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Introducing Hunter Peterson to our Summer 2023 Internship Program
At Calder, we foster a dynamic culture rooted in learning and perseverance in our internship program. Countless current analysts and advisors began their journey with us as undergraduate interns, excited and hungry for industry experience. We’re Proud to Introduce Hunter Peterson! Hunter is a University of Chicago student and hails from Muskegon, Michigan. He cherishes…
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Introducing Dylan Verschleiser to our Summer 2023 Internship Program
At Calder, we thrive on our culture of learning and grinding, which is why our internship program is so important. Many of our current analysts and advisors came to us as undergraduate interns, green and eager to learn! We’re Proud to Introduce Dylan Verschleiser! Dylan currently attends Penn State and is studying finance and economics.…
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Calder Capital Completes First Project in Home Repair Services of Kent County’s Community Repair Days
Recently, the Calder team along with Team Restoration completed the first project in Home Repair Services of Kent County‘s Community Repair Days. Calder, Home Repair Services, and Team Restoration worked together to coordinate many schedules, determine repairs, and source materials to complete a critical repair for the deck of a local Vietnam Veteran. Home Repair…
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An Inside Look: High Demand, Low Supply Drives a Sellers’ Market
Feelings do not always reflect reality. There have been a lot of negative headlines and rate increases over the past 18 months. As a result, many potential business sellers are feeling that it’s not a good time to sell. In fact, seller sentiment has remained at a decade-low since Q4 2022. The result is that…
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Market Update / Q1 2023
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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Introducing Jon Pastoor: Michigan and Ohio M&A Advisor
Introducing Jon Pastoor, Calder’s Newest Mergers and Acquisition Advisor! Calder Capital is excited to welcome the newest addition to our team, Jon Pastoor! We’re Proud to Introduce Jon Pastoor! Jon is a determined professional who earned his Bachelor’s degree in Finance from GVSU. He is a proud native of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Jon has a…
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2023 Changes to SBA 7(a) Loan Program: What You Need to Know
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has recently introduced significant changes to its 7(a) loan program, aimed at facilitating business acquisitions and expansions. These modifications bring more flexibility and opportunities for both buyers and sellers. In this blog post, we will outline the key changes implemented by the SBA, helping you navigate the new rules and…
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Calder Capital, LLC earns BBB® Accreditation
Calder Capital, LLC is proud to announce our achievement of A+ Accreditation with the Better Business Bureau®. Calder Capital is a lower middle market investment bank providing mergers and acquisitions advisory services to business owners, entrepreneurs, family offices, and investors across the United States. Our dedicated team of professionals combines extensive industry experience, technological innovation,…
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Calder Capital Named a 2023 West Michigan Best and Brightest Winner by the National Association for Business Resources
National Association for Business Resources Announces the 2023 West Michigan’s Best and Brightest Winners May 9, 2023 — Calder Capital, headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has been named a 2023 West Michigan Best and Brightest Company to Work For Winner by the National Association for Business Resources. Only companies that distinguish themselves as having the…
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The Ferraro Group of Traverse City, Michigan Acquired by an Individual Investor
Calder Capital is delighted to announce the successful acquisition of The Ferraro Group of Traverse City, Michigan by an individual investor. The Ferraro Group, established in 2002, specializes in providing exceptional architectural design, interior design, and construction services to clients in the luxury home building industry. Based in Northwest Michigan, the company has a proven…
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LaFontsee Galleries of Grand Rapids, Michigan Acquired by Local Individual Investors
LaFontsee Galleries Transitions to New Owners Who Share Vision, Commitment of Founders Grand Rapids, Michigan, May 2, 2023– After nearly four decades growing LaFontsee Galleries into a leading provider of art in the Midwest, founders Linda and Scott LaFontsee have transitioned ownership of the award-winning gallery to artist Kate Meyer and her husband, Jason. No…
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April’s 2023 Off-Market Sellers
Calder Capital generates proprietary off-market deal flow for our buy-side clients. Welcome to May! It has been pedal to the metal for the Calder buy-side team all year so we’ll keep it concise and to the point in our April update. We are firing on all cylinders! April 2023 Results: Recent Buy-Side Transactions: With eight…
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CALDER CAPITAL, LLC HONORED AS SILVER STEVIE® AWARD WINNER IN 2023 AMERICAN BUSINESS AWARDS®
Stevie winners will be presented with their awards on June 13 in New York. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.,– April 27, 2023 – Calder Capital, LLC was named the winner of a Silver Stevie® Award in the Fastest Growing Company of the Year category in The 21st Annual American Business Awards® today. The American Business Awards are…
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Grand Rapids Sign Extrusion Systems Manufacturer Acquired by Local Investors
Calder Capital is delighted to share that a Grand Rapids sign extrusion systems manufacturer has been acquired by local investors. The details and terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Parker Schaap of Calder Capital served as the lead Mergers & Acquisitions Advisor. “Calder’s Buy-Side team is firing on all cylinders. In Q1 2023, the…
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Northern Pipe of Green Bay, Wisconsin Acquired by AQUALIS of Durham, North Carolina
Calder Capital is thrilled to announce that AQUALIS, a portfolio company of DFW Capital Partners, of Durham, North Carolina has acquired Northern Pipe of Green Bay, Wisconsin. For more than two decades, AQUALIS has been at the forefront of sustainable water management, working diligently to preserve and protect the earth’s most precious resource. With headquarters…
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The Mechigian Auto Washes of Fenton, Michigan Acquired by Ace Auto Wash of Troy, Michigan
Calder Capital is excited to announce the successful acquisition of The Mechigian Auto Washes of Fenton, MI, by Ace Auto Wash of Troy, MI. Established in 1999, The Mechigian Auto Washes are a trio (Lake Effect Auto Wash North, Lake Effect Auto Wash South, and Classic Auto Wash) of highly-regarded car washes, all of which…
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Calder Capital Expands with Veteran Dealmakers in Indianapolis, IN
Calder Capital, a premier middle-market mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is proud to announce the addition of two seasoned dealmakers to its team. Andrew Williams and Kregg Kiel have joined Calder as Mergers and Acquisitions Advisors and will be leading the firm’s Indianapolis, IN office. The addition of Williams and Kiel is a testament to…
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Calder Capital/SBDA Cruise Into Q2 2023 with 13 Closings, Up 124% over 2022
With the successful sale of a Traverse City, MI service/construction business on March 31, 2023, the Calder Capital/SBDA team completed transaction #13 of 2023 and continued to set the stage for a record 2023 despite a continued downward trend of transactions nationally and in the face of continued rising rates, high inflation, and large-scale uncertainty.…
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Calder Capital Named Best Business Investment Firm in 2023 Best of Michiana Business Awards
Michiana Business News today announced that Calder Capital won its award for “Best Business Investment Firm” in the annual Best of Michiana Business Awards. Every year, the Northwest Indiana Business Magazine and Michiana Business News, along with their corresponding websites, conduct a survey inviting readers to vote for the best businesses in their respective regions.…
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March’s 2023 Off-Market Sellers
The Calder buy-side team has been off to a hot start this year with over $50M+ in transaction value closed across 5 separate transactions before the end of Q1 2023 representing half of Calder’s closed transactions so far this year. On the left-hand side of the chart below are current Calder Buy-Side Clients. On the…