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Stout Creek Landscapes, Inc. of Belmont, MI acquired by Preferred Landscaping Services of Sand Lake, MI
“Working with Calder Capital was a great experience. I am glad I chose them as my M&A advisor.”– Doug Byl, Owner, Stout Creek Landscapes, Belmont, MI (Seller) “Calder helped make this a positive outcome for everyone involved.”– Tyler Erhorn, President, Preferred Landscaping Services, Sand Lake, MI (Buyer) Calder Capital is thrilled to announce the successful…
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Stoutco, Inc. of Bristol, IN, Acquired By Quad Innovations LLC of Brentwood, TN
“Calder was prepared every step of the way and ran a process and attracted a strong pool of qualified buyers. Kregg was instrumental in keeping everything on track, and we are glad we chose Calder to represent us in the sale of our business.” – Brian Conwell, Co-Owner, Stoutco, Bristol, Indiana (Seller) “We enjoyed working…
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Pennsylvania-Based Sign & Awning Fabrication, Installation, and Maintenance Company acquired by Individual Entrepreneurs from New York City, NY
“Calder Capital did an outstanding job identifying a business that aligned with our long-term goals. Brad and his team guided us every step of the way, and we couldn’t have asked for a better partner in this process.” – Buyers of The Company, New York City, New York (Client) “Calder’s leadership, professionalism, and respect for…
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Calder Capital Named Finalist for Corporate/Strategic Deal of the Year – $10MM–$25MM at the 24th Annual M&A Advisor Awards
New York, New York – Calder Capital, a leading middle-market investment bank, is proud to announce its recognition as a finalist at the 24th Annual M&A Advisor Awards in the category of Corporate/Strategic Deal of the Year ($10MM–$25MM). Calder is being honored for its role as buy-side advisor to ADAC Automotive in its acquisition of…
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Calder Capital Named Finalist for Private Equity Deal of the Year at the 24th Annual M&A Advisor Awards
New York, New York – Calder Capital, a leading middle-market investment bank, is proud to announce its recognition as a finalist at the 24th Annual M&A Advisor Awards in the category of Private Equity Deal of the Year. The honor highlights Calder’s role as the Sell-Side advisor in the sale of Harlo Products, a Grandville,…
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Calder Capital’s Patrick Robey Named Finalist for Investment Banker of the Year at the 24th Annual M&A Advisor Awards
New York, New York – Calder Capital is proud to announce that Patrick Robey, M&A Advisor, has been named a finalist for Investment Banker of the Year by The M&A Advisor. This recognition underscores Robey’s outstanding achievements, leadership, and impact in the M&A industry. Calder Capital Founder Max Friar congratulated Patrick, stating, “Patrick’s ability to…
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Calder Capital Named Finalist for Industrials Deal of the Year – $25-50MM at the 24th Annual M&A Advisor Awards
New York, New York – Calder Capital, a leading middle-market investment bank, is honored to announce its recognition as a finalist at the 24th Annual M&A Advisor Awards in the category of Industrials Deal of the Year ($25MM–$50MM). The recognition highlights Calder’s advisory role in the acquisition of Griffen Plumbing & Heating, a leading provider…
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Calder Capital Named Finalist for Industrials Deal of the Year – $10-$25MM at the 24th Annual M&A Advisor Awards
New York, New York – Calder Capital, a leading middle-market investment bank, is proud to announce its recognition as a finalist at the 24th Annual M&A Advisor Awards in the category of Industrials Deal of the Year ($10MM–$25MM). The honor highlights Calder’s sell-side advisory role in the acquisition of Harlo Products, a Grandville, Michigan-based manufacturer…
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Calder Capital Named Finalist for Materials Deal of the Year – Under $100MM at the 24th Annual M&A Advisor Awards
New York, New York – Calder Capital, a leading middle-market investment bank, is proud to announce its recognition as a finalist at the 24th Annual M&A Advisor Awards in the category of Materials Deal of the Year (Under $100MM). The catalyst for this recognition was Calder’s sell-side advisory role in the sale of a majority…
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Calder Capital Named Finalist for Investment Bank of the Year – Middle Market at the 24th Annual M&A Advisor Awards
New York, New York – Calder Capital is proud to announce that it has been recognized as a finalist for Investment Bank of the Year – Middle Market in The M&A Advisor’s 24th Annual M&A Advisor Awards. Founded in 2013, Calder Capital has grown into one of the nation’s leading M&A advisory firms. With a…
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September 2025 Sell-Side Update
Welcome to our September 2025 Sell-Side Update! In this September 2025 Sell-Side Update, Garrett Monroe, Sell-Side Director at Calder Capital, sits down with Randall Hesselink, Partner at Helmholdt & Company, to share real-world examples of tax planning strategies that have saved sellers tens of thousands, even millions. Learn how converting from a C-Corp to an…
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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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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
Through May 2025, Calder Capital generated $8.09M in revenue, a 68.9% increase over the $4.79M earned in the same period of 2024. This growth has been off the back of 28 closed deals vs 16 during the same period in 2024. This substantial year-over-year growth reflects Calder’s increasing dominance in the lower middle market and…
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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…