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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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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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Griffen Plumbing and Heating of Elkhart, IN, acquired by Astra Service Partners of New York City, NY
“Reflecting on the transaction, I am positive that Matt and Calder Capital found us the right partner to propel Griffen to new heights. There is a level of peace and contentment that I have found as I closed this chapter of my life, knowing that Griffen is in great hands. I credit Matt’s tenacity and…
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Harlo Products of Grandville, MI, Acquired by Borgman Capital of Milwaukee, WI
“Working with Matt, Jakob, and Calder Capital was a great experience. Matt was a transparent communicator throughout, and Calder was professional. It’s not every day that a third and fourth-generation-owned family business decides to transition — that’s a monumental decision. We have deep respect for the legacy Mary Helen and her family built at Harlo.…
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Jackson Tumble Finish of Jackson, MI, acquired by VSP Ventures of Ferndale, MI
“If it wasn’t for Garrett, I am not sure I would have made it through this process. He very professionally guided me through all the really tough spots, right up to the end. He deserves a lot of credit for this closing actually happening. He pulled me off the ceiling so many times and spent…
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July 2025 Sell-Side Update
Welcome to our July 2025 Sell-Side Update! In this July 2025 Sell-Side Update, Garrett Monroe, Sell-Side Director at Calder Capital, sits down with Michael Martin of Fiduciary Financial Advisors to explore why engaging a financial advisor is essential to selling a business and how proper planning ensures you meet your retirement and lifestyle goals. Whether…
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Introducing Morgan Klinker: Calder Capital’s People & Talent Admin
Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is thrilled to welcome Morgan Klinker as our new People & Talent Admin. Introducing Morgan Originally from Caledonia, Michigan, Morgan brings a well-rounded background in human resources and business operations to Calder Capital. She previously worked at HR Collaborative and completed internships at Thermo Fisher Scientific…
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Gentry Landscape of Orange County, CA, Acquired by Strata Landscape Services of Los Angeles, CA
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the successful acquisition of Gentry Landscape, based in Orange County, California, by Strata Landscape Services, headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Strata Landscape Services, headquartered in Los Angeles, is a provider of commercial landscaping solutions. Seeking to build a nationwide portfolio of complementary landscape companies, Strata engaged Calder Capital as…
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Boulder Landscaping of Salt Lake City, UT, Acquired By Strata Landscape Services of Los Angeles, CA
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the acquisition of Boulder Landscaping, based in Salt Lake City, Utah, by Strata Landscape Services, headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Strata Landscape Services continued its expansion strategy through the majority buyout acquisition of Boulder Landscaping. Strata Landscape Services provides commercial landscaping solutions across the Western United States. Backed by…
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2025 Mid-Year Buy-Side Recap
In our 5-minute update, we cover the 10 buy-side closings and results for the first half of the year, plus an outlook for the rest of 2025. Have questions? We’ve answered the top buy-side FAQs here. H1 Results: Have a question you’d like answered? Thanks for watching our Mid-Year Buy-Side Update! Email [email protected] with any questions and Sam…
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Max L. Friar Named A 2025 Notable Leader in Finance by Crain’s Grand Rapids Business
Calder Capital is proud to announce that its Founder and Managing Partner, Max Friar, has been recognized as a Crain’s Grand Rapids Business 2025 Notable Leader in Finance. The Crain’s Grand Rapids Notable Leaders in Finance list honors senior financial professionals in West Michigan who have made a lasting and measurable impact. To be considered…
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Introducing Dan Duba, Jr.: Calder Capital’s Newest Buy-Side Mergers & Acquisitions Advisor
Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is thrilled to welcome Dan Duba Jr. as our newest Buy-Side Mergers & Acquisitions Advisor. Introducing Dan A Grand Rapids, Michigan native, Dan brings a wealth of leadership and operational experience to the Calder team. He spent 18 years at Gordon Food Service in various leadership…
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Calder Capital & SBDA Blaze into Second Half of 2025 with 35 Closings, 35% Revenue Growth
Calder Capital & Small Business Deal Advisors surged through the first half of 2025, achieving 35 closings and 35%+ revenue growth year-over-year. While market headwinds persist: owner hesitation, geopolitical tensions, and tariff uncertainty, the firm’s pace remains blistering. New sell-side engagements are up 54%, and buy-side engagements have skyrocketed 240%. “This is the first time…
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Introducing Francesco Pizzo: Calder Capital’s New Buy-Side Associate
Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is thrilled to welcome Francesco Pizzo as our newest Buy-Side Associate. Introducing Francesco Hailing from Shelby Township, Michigan, Francesco brings an energetic work ethic honed through hands-on experience working alongside his father in the hardwood flooring industry. He holds a life insurance broker license, where he…
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Calder Capital Wins Industrials Deal of the Year ($10MM-$50MM) for Acquisition of BCU Electric by Meptagon Group
Calder Capital is electrified to announce that it has been named winner of the Industrials Deal of the Year ($10MM-$50MM) at the 16th Annual International M&A Advisor Awards. The award recognizes Calder Capital’s role in the acquisition of BCU Electric by Meptagon Group. Winners will be honored onstage at a Black-Tie Gala during the 2025…