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Calder Capital Named Best Business Investment Firm in 2026 Best of Michiana Business Awards
Calder Capital is proud to announce that it has been named “Best Business Investment Firm” in the 2026 Best of Michiana Business Awards, presented by Northwest Indiana Business Magazine and Michiana Business News. This marks the third time Calder Capital has received this recognition. Each year, Northwest Indiana Business Magazine and Michiana Business News, along with their…
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Calder Capital Ranked the #5 Most Active M&A Advisor in the Great Lakes in PitchBook’s 2025 Global League Tables
Calder Capital is excited to announce that it has been ranked as the #5 Most Active M&A Advisor in the Great Lakes region in PitchBook’s 2025 Annual Global League Tables. PitchBook’s league tables are widely regarded as one of the most respected benchmarks in the M&A industry, ranking firms based on transaction activity across global markets. Calder Capital’s placement…
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Calder Capital Ranked #4 Lower Middle Market M&A Advisor by Axial for 2025
Calder Capital proudly announces it has been ranked the #4 Lower Middle Market M&A Advisor by Axial for 2025, rising from #6 in 2024. This advancement reflects the firm’s continued growth, consistency, and strong performance in the sub-$10M M&A market. The recognition underscores Calder Capital’s position as a leading advisor in the lower middle market,…
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Founders Home Service Group of Overland Park, KS, Acquires Empire Heating & Air Conditioning of Decatur, GA
“We appreciated the opportunity to work with the Calder team and value their efforts in sourcing opportunities that aligned closely with our investment criteria. Throughout the process, they demonstrated a strong understanding of the types of businesses we seek to partner with. Empire quickly stood out as a compelling opportunity that fit within our strategy,…
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DELTA Services, Inc. of Indianapolis, IN, Acquired by Octane Management Company, LLC of West Homestead, PA
“Calder Capital and specifically Kregg Kiel was a very positive experience. Kregg demonstrated a strong understanding of the process and provided steady guidance. He was always available to answer questions and assist in navigating some difficult times. The overall experience of negotiating between both parties was incredibly smooth and made the complex transaction come to…
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February 2026 | Calder Capital’s Monthly Buy-Side Update
Most buyers say they want to acquire a business. Very few are actually prepared to close one. In our February buy-side update, we explain what separates buyers who close from those who stall, plus share a few recent wins, current deal momentum, and how we evaluate buyer readiness before starting a search. Watch the 3-minute…
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Calder Capital: Q4 2025 Market Update
In 2025, Calder Capital experienced a 15% increase in revenue over 2024. This jump occurred due to 58 closed deals, up from 46 in 2024. 10 deals were closed by Calder Capital in Q4, as Calder continues its growth trajectory in an M&A environment that has posed new geopolitical and economic challenges.
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Calder Capital Announces Promotion of Brandon Sinclair to Director of Marketing
Calder Capital is thrilled to announce the promotion of Brandon Sinclair from Marketing & Public Relations Associate to Director of Marketing. As Marketing & Public Relations Associate, Brandon led the firm’s marketing and communications efforts, supporting brand development, managing press releases and media distribution, and ensuring Calder’s messaging consistently reached business owners, advisors, and acquirers across…
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Introducing Bryan Clahassey: Calder Capital’s Newest Buy-Side Associate
Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is excited to welcome Bryan Clahassey as our newest Buy-Side Associate. Introducing Bryan: Hailing from East Grand Rapids, Michigan, Bryan brings a strong foundation in finance and economics along with early professional experience in the business services sector. He previously worked with US Signal and BHS Insurance, where he…
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Calder Capital: 2025 Sell-Side M&A Recap
Join us as we recap Calder Capital’s 2025 sell-side momentum. With 30 sell-side transactions closed across 7 states and over $155 million in enterprise value advised, 2025 marked the most successful year in firm history. From manufacturing and construction to distribution, industrial services, and technology, buyers remained active for well-prepared companies. Learn what drove record-breaking…
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January 2026 | Calder Capital’s Monthly Buy-Side Update
In January’s 4-minute update, we discuss a proposed SBA policy change, a confidential closing, recent market observations, and more. Have questions? We’ve answered the top buy-side FAQs here. Check out our clients who have been featured on the Acquiring Minds podcast: We have 2 searchers who recently closed deals with the Calder Capital Buy-Side team that…
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Midstates Elevator of Mishawaka, IN, Acquired by Phoenix Modular Elevator of Mount Vernon, IL
“Calder did a fantastic job in lining up potential buyers for my 40-year-old business. They were thorough, precise, and extremely professional on all levels! I had a specific type of buyer in mind and expressed my concerns in finding this ideal candidate, but undaunted in their search, they delivered the perfect candidate/buyer that met my…
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Why International Buyers Are Targeting the U.S. Lower Middle Market
Global mergers and acquisitions were strong in 2025 and entered 2026 with remarkable momentum. While much of the headlines in the J.P. Morgan M&A Market Outlook focus on mega-deals and transformative transactions well north of $1 billion, one of the most striking trends is the continued strength of cross-border dealmaking. Calder’s Sell-Side team and Buy-Side…
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Ace Screen Repair & More of Fort Myers, FL, Acquired by Grove Oaks Capital of Atlanta, GA
Transaction Summary Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is proud to announce the successful acquisition of Ace Screen Repair & More of Fort Myers, Florida, by Grove Oaks Capital of Atlanta, Georgia. The Acquisition Story Ace Screen & Repair (“Ace”) was founded in 2016 by Katie Jellerson with the support of her…
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Introducing Lucas Matthews: Calder Capital’s Newest Sell-Side M&A Advisor
Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is excited to welcome Lucas Matthews as our newest Sell-Side M&A Advisor. Introducing Lucas: Originally from Petoskey, Michigan, Lucas brings a strong entrepreneurial mindset and hands-on transaction experience shaped by both professional investing roles and family-owned businesses. He previously worked as a Junior Analyst at Blackford…
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How Can Calder Know, Upfront, the Likelihood of a Buyer Closing?
No buyer enters a search with the intention of failing. No seller signs an LOI expecting it to fall apart. And yet, most failed deals don’t die because of valuation or diligence surprises. They die because the certainty of closure was misread from the start. You can never know with absolute certainty whether a transaction…
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Midwest-Based Buyer acquires The Rental Branch of St. Joseph, MI
Transaction Summary Calder Capital, a nationwide lower middle market M&A advisory firm, is pleased to announce the successful sale of The Rental Branch of St. Joseph, Michigan, to a Midwest-Based Buyer. The Acquisition Story Founded in 1997, The Rental Branch has built a strong reputation in Southwest Michigan for providing reliable and affordable equipment rentals…
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Calder Capital Delivers Record-Breaking Growth in 2025 with 58 Deals Closed
With the final closing on December 29th, 2025, Calder Capital and Small Business Deal Advisors (SBDA) surpassed previous annual revenue records by completing their 58th transaction of the year. This milestone marked an increase of 26% in deal volume and an increase of 15% in revenue. “I’m incredibly proud of our team’s dedication and execution,”…
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Calder Capital’s Rudy Moeller Featured on the Journey to Business Ownership Channel
Calder Capital’s Rudy Moeller, a Business Development Advisor, recently joined the Journey to Business Ownership channel, hosted by Patrice Miles, a Career Ownership Coach with The Entrepreneur’s Source to discuss buying or selling an existing business. In this episode, Rudy Moeller talks about what an acquisition or sales process really takes, along with timeline expectations…
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Calder Capital’s Jon Pastoor Featured on Provisio Retirement Partners’ Second Wind Podcast
Calder Capital’s Jon Pastoor, a Sell-Side Mergers & Acquisitions Advisor, recently joined the Second Wind podcast, hosted by Alex Overbeek of LPL Financial and Provisio Retirement Partners to discuss selling a business in pursuit of retirement. In this episode, Jon Pastoor talks about business valuations, bringing your business to market, and what the experience should…