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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…
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Calder Capital Announces Promotion of Em Medich to CRM & Data Operations Manager
Calder Capital is ecstatic to announce the promotion of Em Medich from CRM Administrator to CRM & Data Operations Manager. As CRM Administrator, Em led the management of Calder’s CRM, improved the way Sell-Side and Buy-Side teams use our database, advised lead generation efforts, and took great strides in improving both database administration and data quality. In their new role as CRM & Data Operations Manager, Em will lead ownership of the firm’s CRM, automation,…
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Calder Capital Interview Guide
Thank you for your interest in joining Calder Capital, we appreciate you taking the time to learn more about our team and our hiring process. Are you interested in joining our team? Check out this guide to learn more! What to Expect When You Apply to Calder Capital We know applying for a job can…
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Calder Capital & SBDA Kick Off 2026 with Strong Q1 Performance, Continuing Record Momentum
Calder Capital and its sister company, Small Business Deal Advisors (SBDA), opened 2026 with strong momentum, closing 12 transactions through March 31, 2026 and achieving 7% revenue growth compared to Q1 2025. Despite ongoing market headwinds, including tariffs, geopolitical uncertainty, global conflict, and tighter, more selective financing conditions, the firm’s deal pace remains active. Compared to Q1 2025, total new engagements on the sell-side…
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Strata Landscape Services of Los Angeles, CA, Acquires Venco Western, Inc. of Oxnard, CA
“In our engagement, Calder Capital brought forward great, off-market companies for my team’s review. Sam, Hannah, and Parker did a great job representing Strata to sellers, and I certainly trusted Calder to execute on our acquisition mandates.” – Justin Crandall, CEO, Strata Landscape Services, Los Angeles, CA (Buyer) Transaction Summary Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers…
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Introducing Ken Trupke: Calder Capital’s Newest Buy-Side M&A Advisor
Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is excited to welcome Ken Trupke as our newest Buy-Side M&A Advisor. Introducing Ken: Originally from the Milwaukee area and now residing in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area, Ken brings decades of hands-on business leadership and advisory experience to Calder Capital. He began his career in consulting with Price…
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Calder Capital: Q1 2026 Sell-Side M&A Recap
In this Q1 2026 sell-side update, Garrett Monroe of Calder Capital breaks down a major shift in the market for business owners considering selling a business. Seller engagement is rising significantly, with more owners entering the market earlier and seeking valuations, yet deal closings remain slower due to cautious buyers, extended diligence timelines, and evolving…
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March 2026 | Calder Capital’s Monthly Buy-Side Update
There’s been a major shift in acquisition financing that buyers should be paying attention to, especially in manufacturing. In this month’s update, we break down the new SBA incentives, what they actually mean for deal financing, and why we’re seeing a steady increase in activity across certain sectors. We also share a quick update on…
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Ajax Defense of Louisville, KY, Acquires BiTec of Dayton, OH
“I enjoyed a close partnership with our team of advisors, who provided us with high level strategic insights as well as strong tactical execution in the transaction closing. Calder Capital is a truly integrated part of the Ajax Defense team.” – Patrick Malcor, CEO, Ajax Defense, Louisville, KY (Buyer) “My experience working with Calder Capital…
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Calder Capital and EHTC Questionnaire | Evaluating Business Owner Readiness
Calder Capital is partnering with EHTC to launch a comprehensive, month-long survey focused on capturing current business owner readiness, transition planning, and market sentiment. This joint initiative will run throughout May, with both organizations distributing the survey across their respective networks. The goal of this survey is to better understand how business owners are thinking…
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Mid-Atlantic Environmental Services Company Acquired by Florida-Based Private Equity Firm’s Environmental Services Portfolio Company
Transaction Summary Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is enthralled to announce the successful acquisition of a Mid-Atlantic-based environmental services company (the “Seller’s Company”) by an Environmental Services Portfolio Company (the “Portfolio Company”), owned by a Florida-based Private Equity Firm (the “Buyer”). The Acquisition Story The Buyer invests in lower middle market…
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Calder Capital Advises on Winning Deal for ACG’s Deal of the Year Award: Harlo Products Acquired by Borgman Capital
Calder Capital is proud to announce Harlo Products acquisition by Borgman Capital has been recognized as the winner of the Outstanding Growth Award – Deal of the Year (Between $10MM–$20MM) by ACG West Michigan. Calder Capital served Harlo Products of Grandville, Michigan as its exclusive sell-side advisor in their sale to Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based Borgman Capital. The transaction, completed in May 2025, stands out as…
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Calder Capital Advises on Finalist Deal for ACG’s Deal of the Year Award: ADAC Acquisition of EBW Electronics
Calder Capital is proud to announce ADAC’s acquisition of EBW Electronics was recognized as a finalist for the Outstanding Growth Award – Deal of the Year (Between $10MM–$20MM) by ACG West Michigan. Calder Capital served ADAC of Grand Rapids, Michigan as its exclusive buy-side advisor in their acquisition of Holland, Michigan-based EBW Electronics. The transaction, completed in April 2025, was a strategic West Michigan-based acquisition that supports ADAC’s continued innovation, end-market diversification, and…
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Schockman Lumber of St. Henry, OH, acquires Hellmann Lumber of Walton, KY
Transaction Summary Calder Capital, a nationwide Mergers and Acquisitions Advisory firm, is pleased to announce the successful acquisition of Hellmann Lumber of Walton, Kentucky by Schockman Lumber of St. Henry, Ohio. The Acquisition Story Schockman Lumber, a family-owned building materials supplier with locations throughout Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan, provides high-quality lumber, hardware, and building supplies…
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The Rapallo Group of St. Louis, MO, Acquires Door Service, Inc. of St. Louis, MO
“I enjoyed working with the whole Calder team, and I often refer them to people who are considering Buy-Side representation.” – Pat Noles, President, The Rapallo Group, St. Louis, MO (Buyer) “Selling a business is an interesting experience, and Calder Capital was helpful.” – Tim King, Former Owner, Door Service, Inc., St. Louis, MO (Seller)…