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Calder Capital Wins International Strategic Deal of the Year for ADAC’s Acquisition of EBW Electronics
Calder Capital is proud to announce that the acquisition of EBW Electronics by ADAC was named Corporate/Strategic Deal of the Year ($10MM to $25MM) in the 17th Annual International M&A Awards. Calder Capital served ADAC of Grand Rapids, Michigan as its exclusive buy-side advisor in their acquisition of Holland, Michigan-based EBW Electronics. Founded in 1992, EBW Electronics has…
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The SBA’s New “Made in America” Loan Guarantee Is Reshaping Lower Middle Market Manufacturing M&A
Financing conditions are one of the primary catalysts behind M&A momentum in the lower middle market. In 2026, one of the most consequential developments for U.S. manufacturing transactions came not from private credit markets, but from Washington D.C. In late March, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced a new “Made in America Loan Guarantee,” increasing the SBA guarantee on qualifying manufacturing…
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Midwest U.S.A.-Based Family Office Acquires Southeast U.S.A.-Based Factory Safety Equipment Manufacturer
Transaction Summary Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is delighted to announce the successful acquisition of a Southeast U.S.A.-Based Factory Safety Equipment Manufacturer by a Midwest U.S.A.-Based Family Office. The Acquisition Story The Midwest U.S.A.-based family office is well-capitalized, invests with patient long-term capital, and follows a founder-friendly investment philosophy. The acquisition…
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Calder Capital’s Jon Pastoor Honored as a Recipient of The M&A Advisor’s Emerging Leaders Award
Summary Calder Capital is enthralled to announce that Jon Pastoor, Sell-Side M&A Advisor, has been named a winner of The M&A Advisor’s 17th Annual Emerging Leaders Awards. This national recognition honors top-performing M&A, financing, and turnaround professionals under the age of 40 who have made notable contributions to the industry and their communities. Jon’s Recognition…
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Individual Entrepreneur of Annville, PA, Acquires Mosquito Joe of Lancaster, PA
“Working with Calder Capital was an outstanding experience from start to finish. Their team was professional, responsive, and incredibly knowledgeable throughout the entire acquisition process, making what could have been a stressful transaction feel smooth and manageable. I truly appreciated their guidance, communication, and commitment to helping me successfully close the deal.” – Victoria Scurto, Owner, Mosquito Joe, Lancaster,…
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Individual Entrepreneur of Scarsdale, NY, Acquires Recycle Away of Bellows Falls, VT
“I engaged Calder for Buy-Side advisory, and they delivered. Calder excels at targeted off-market outreach and incisive white-glove deal support. Brad and Dominik helped me identify and close on a great business within 9 months of getting started. I give them my highest recommendation without reservation and plan to work with them on the next one.” –…
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Calder Capital’s Garrett Monroe Honored as a Recipient of The M&A Advisor’s Emerging Leaders Award
Summary Calder Capital is pleased to announce that Garrett Monroe, Sell-Side Managing Director, has been named a winner of The M&A Advisor’s 17th Annual Emerging Leaders Awards. This national recognition honors top-performing M&A, financing, and turnaround professionals under the age of 40 who have made notable contributions to the industry and their communities. Garrett’s Recognition…
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Calder Capital’s Parker Schaap Honored as a Recipient of The M&A Advisor’s Emerging Leaders Award
Summary Calder Capital is proud to announce that Parker Schaap, Buy-Side Director, has been named a winner of The M&A Advisor’s 17th Annual Emerging Leaders Awards. This national recognition honors top-performing M&A, financing, and turnaround professionals under the age of 40 who have made notable contributions to the industry and their communities. Parker’s Recognition Since…
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Calder Capital’s Jakob Simonds Honored as a Recipient of The M&A Advisor’s Emerging Leaders Award
Summary Calder Capital is thrilled to announce that Jakob Simonds, Sell-Side M&A Advisor, has been named a winner of The M&A Advisor’s 17th Annual Emerging Leaders Awards. This national recognition honors top-performing M&A, financing, and turnaround professionals under the age of 40 who have made notable contributions to the industry and their communities. Jakob’s Recognition Jakob Simonds joined Calder Capital in 2021 as an intern and, within nine…
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Inzo Technologies of Chesterfield, MO, Acquires DeMott Technical Solutions of Louisville, KY
“Jim and Dominik always made us feel, as the sellers, that they were looking out for our best interest as well. They really wanted to make it a win for all parties involved.” – Susan DeMott, Former Owner, DeMott Technical Solutions, Louisville, KY (Seller) Transaction Summary Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is pleased to announce the successful…
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Steel Products Supplier of Kentucky Acquired by a Construction-Focused Strategic Buyer from Kentucky
“Calder Capital’s team are consummate professionals! My experience with their team was 5-star, based on their expertise and experience. Rudy and Jakob took a personal interest in my success. They offered solid advice while leaving the decision-making up to me and my team. They proved themselves to be the best in the business!” – Former…
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Inside the 2026 M&A Market: What’s Changed?
Calder Capital Founder and Managing Partner Max Friar recently met with Director of Operations Hannelore Jones for a candid discussion on the evolving state of the lower middle‑market M&A landscape. Drawing on Calder Capital’s experience advising on more than 380 completed transactions, the conversation covered everything from shifting seller behavior and buyer expectations to deal structure trends and the long-term outlook for transaction volume. What’s actually different now…
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April 2026 | Calder Capital’s Monthly Buy-Side Update
Most buyers think the search starts when they get on the phone with an owner. In reality, that’s often where buyers start making mistakes. In our April update, we share how Calder prepares buyers before they ever talk to owners, from refining the search and building the buyer story to mock intro calls and first-impression…
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Introducing AJ Wood: Calder Capital’s Newest Buy‑Side M&A Advisor
Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is excited to welcome AJ Wood as our newest Buy‑Side M&A Advisor. Introducing AJ: Originally from Southwest Michigan, AJ is a professional with experience in finance and technology. He earned his undergraduate degree in Finance from Michigan State University and has held roles spanning asset management, higher education, and technology focused organizations. AJ’s professional experience includes serving as…
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Introducing Tess Foster: Calder Capital’s Newest Marketing and PR Associate
Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is thrilled to welcome Tess Foster as our newest Marketing and PR Associate. Introducing Tess: Originally from St. Joseph, Michigan, Tess brings a solid foundation in marketing, communications, and relationship-building to Calder Capital. She gained valuable hands-on experience through her work with Gordon Food Service and Spider Marketing Group, where she…
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Introducing Piper O’Rourke: Calder Capital’s Newest Sell-Side Analyst
Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is excited to welcome Piper O’Rourke as our newest Sell-Side Analyst. Introducing Piper: Originally from Frankenmuth, Michigan, Piper has experience in finance and accounting, along with early professional experience spanning both retail and public accounting. She previously worked as an Audit and Assurance Intern at BDO USA, prior to her one-year…
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Introducing Jamie Carlstedt: Calder Capital’s New Buy-Side M&A Advisor
Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is thrilled to welcome Jamie Carlstedt as our newest Buy-Side M&A Advisor. Introducing Jamie: Originally from Rochester Hills, Michigan, Jamie has a strong foundation in investment banking and principal investing, along with hands-on experience across multiple middle-market companies. He began his career in investment banking at Goldman Sachs in…
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Calder Capital Wins Gold Stevie Award in the 2026 American Business Awards
Calder Capital has been named a Gold Stevie Award winner in the Financial Services – Medium category in the 24th Annual American Business Awards. The Gold Stevie Award recognizes Calder’s growth and momentum between July 2024 and November 2025. Within this time period, Calder Capital has: Additionally, between January 2025 to November 2025, Calder closed a record 54 deals and achieved a 15% increase in revenue. Together, these achievements illustrate…
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Calder Capital Recognized as a Top 3 M&A Advisor for Process Efficiency, Named to Axial Advisor 100
Calder Capital proudly announces that it has been named a Top 3 M&A Advisor for process efficiency in the Axial Advisor 100 Report. This recognition from Axial honors the most highly regarded lower middle market sell-side M&A firms in North America. The recognition was earned through an Axial member survey, which asked acquirers to identify the investment banks and M&A firms they trust and respect most across…
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Introducing Matthew Wynes: Calder Capital’s Newest Sell-Side Analyst
Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is excited to welcome Matthew Wynes as our newest Sell-Side Analyst. Introducing Matt: Originally from Sturgis, Michigan, Matt brings a strong foundation in finance and marketing, paired with hands-on experience supporting organizations at both the community and financial institution levels. He previously worked at St. Joseph County United…