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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…
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G & C Glass & Mirror of Lake Zurich, Illinois Acquired by a Local Individual Investor
Calder Capital is delighted to announce that G & C Glass & Mirror of Lake Zurich, IL has been acquired by a local individual investor, Trip Biesanz. Trip Biesanz is a highly accomplished business owner with over a decade of experience in driving growth, account retention, and delivering exceptional customer service for companies in the Chicagoland…
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Sparkle Car Care Centers of Benton Harbor, Michigan Acquired by Performance Plus Quick Oil Change & Car Wash of Holland, Michigan
Calder Capital is thrilled to share the successful acquisition of Sparkle Car Care Centers of Benton Harbor, Michigan by Performance Plus Quick Oil Change & Car Wash of Holland, Michigan. Performance Plus Quick Oil Change & Car Wash, owned and managed by brothers, Kyle and Justin Klingenberg, has skyrocketed to success with over 49+ retail…
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Cameron Tool Corporation of Lansing, Michigan Acquired by Tool Tech of Springfield, Ohio
Calder Capital is thrilled to share that Cameron Tool Corporation of Lansing, Michigan has been acquired by Tool Tech of Springfield, Ohio. Tool Tech, founded in 1986, has established itself as a leader in the industry, with a legacy of delivering exceptional quality and results. The company offers a full suite of services, from designing…
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Kelm-Acubar of Benton Harbor, Michigan Acquired by The Armor Group of Mason, Ohio
Calder Capital, LLC is thrilled to announce that Kelm-Acubar of Benton Harbor, Michigan has been acquired by The Armor Group of Mason, Ohio. Kelm-Acubar is an industry-renowned provider of precision machining services, with a wealth of expertise and experience in the field. Kelm-Acubar prides itself on supplying only the highest quality OE and aftermarket machined components. The owner,…
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Pro Mold & Die of Roselle, Illinois Acquired by Wolf Industrial Advisors of Grand Rapids, Michigan
Calder Capital, LLC is pleased to announce that Pro Mold & Die of Roselle, Illinois has been acquired by Wolf Industrial Advisors of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Founded in 1973, Pro Mold & Die specializes in manufacturing plastic injection molds and die-cast dies. David Long and Walter Schaub, the founders of Pro Mold, have spent the past 48…
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Taylor Floor Covering of Elkhart Acquired by an Individual Investor
Calder Capital, LLC is ecstatic to announce that Taylor Floor Covering of Elkhart, Indiana has been acquired by an Individual Investor. Taylor Floor Covering is a retail and wholesale floor-covering business located in Elkhart, Indiana. The Company was established in 1990. The Company founders, Dave and Jayne Steed, have worked tirelessly over the past 20 years…
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Control Electric, Inc. of Grand Rapids, MI Acquired by an Individual Investor
Calder Capital is electrified to announce the sale of its client, Control Electric (“Control”), to a local individual investor! Founded in 1985 by Steve Dalga, Control Electric is an electrical services provider located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Control provides residential, commercial, and retail services in the West Michigan area. Control Electric also owns a separate division under the name…
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Corporate Clean Services of Grand Rapids Acquired by a Local Investor
Calder Capital is excited to announce the acquisition of Corporate Clean Services of Grand Rapids, MI by a local individual investor, Harry Kobrak. Harry has previous experience in sales and marketing, on a global scale. After a 20-year international career with Caterpillar, Harry moved back to West Michigan from Tokyo to be closer to family and pursue business…
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February’s 2023 Off-Market Sellers
The 2022 Q4 IBBA Market Pulse report recently came out and it revealed some interesting shifts in the marketplace. Check out the graphic below on the change in seller sentiment. Broadly in Q4, sellers felt like it was the worst time to sell in 10 years, even worse than in 2020. Ouch. With sentiment tanking across the…
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The Tragedy of a Poorly-Executed Business Valuation
A poorly executed business valuation can have tragic impacts on business owners. At an alarming rate, we have been encountering small business owners who have been given unrealistic valuation guidance from trusted advisors and professional firms. This, unfortunately, sets the owner up for massive disappointment and potentially harmful decision-making in one of the most significant…
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Inc 5000 Regionals 2023: Calder Capital Ranked #80 in Midwest, #4 in Michigan
With a Two-Year Revenue Growth of 208%, Calder Capital Ranks No. 80 on Inc. Magazine’s List of the Midwest Region’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies. Grand Rapids, MI, February 28, 2023 – Inc. Magazine today revealed that Calder Capital is No. 80 on its fourth annual Inc. 5000 Regionals: Midwest list, the most prestigious ranking of the…
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Sparkle Car Care Centers of Benton Harbor, Michigan Acquired by Performance Plus Quick Oil Change & Car Wash of Holland, Michigan
Calder Capital is thrilled to share the successful acquisition of Sparkle Car Care Centers of Benton Harbor, Michigan by Performance Plus Quick Oil Change & Car Wash of Holland, Michigan. Performance Plus Quick Oil Change & Car Wash, owned and managed by brothers, Kyle and Justin Klingenberg, has skyrocketed to success with over 49+ retail…
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Cameron Tool Corporation of Lansing, Michigan Acquired by Tool Tech of Springfield, Ohio
Calder Capital is thrilled to share that Cameron Tool Corporation of Lansing, Michigan has been acquired by Tool Tech of Springfield, Ohio. Tool Tech, founded in 1986, has established itself as a leader in the industry, with a legacy of delivering exceptional quality and results. The company offers a full suite of services, from designing…
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January’s 2023 Off-Market Sellers
We’re already deep into the second week in February. The Calder Buy-Side team hasn’t slowed down since the New Year, with two closings in January and three more transactions scheduled to close in the next month. More to come soon on these transactions! The tide is turning and aggressive buyers are finding great deals. Before…
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Introducing Hannelore Green: Nature Enthusiast
Introducing Hannelore Green, Calder’s Newest Team Member! Calder Capital is excited to welcome the newest addition to our team, Hannelore Green! Hannelore has recently been appointed as the Continuous Improvement Director at Calder Capital. In her new role, she will play a critical part in driving the company’s growth by ensuring its operational excellence. With…