May’s Off-Market Sellers
The question everyone is asking is, “Are we heading into a recession?” Sellers are asking the same question and are hesitating to come to market. This isn’t just a feeling. Compared to 2021, Calder’s conversion rate on valuation presentations/pitches has dropped. While our number of new clients is up vs. 2021 during the same period, […]
Stoney Creek Logistics of Rochester, MI Acquired by NSG Industries of Detroit, MI
Calder Capital, LLC is pleased to announce the sale of Stoney Creek Logistics, Inc. of Rochester, MI to NSG Industries of Detroit, MI. Stoney Creek was formed in 2008 by Kevin Bremer and Ray Jewell, both veterans of the transportation and logistics industries. The Company currently provides transportation along dedicated lanes for customers primarily in […]
Stoney Creek Logistics of Rochester, MI Acquired by NSG Industries of Detroit, MI
Calder Capital, LLC is pleased to announce the sale of Stoney Creek Logistics, Inc. of Rochester, MI to NSG Industries of Detroit, MI. Stoney Creek was formed in 2008 by Kevin Bremer and Ray Jewell, both veterans of the transportation and logistics industries. The Company currently provides transportation along dedicated lanes for customers primarily in […]
Introducing Megan Ward: Grand Rapids Hometown Hero
Introducing Megan Ward to our Summer 2022 Semester Internship Program! Here at Calder Capital, we thrive on our culture of learning and curiosity, which is why our internship program is so important. In fact, many of our advisors came to us as undergraduate interns, green and eager to learn! Our internship program is not coffee […]
Introducing Chase Peterson: Michigan Man
Introducing Chase Peterson to our Summer 2022 Semester Internship Program! Here at Calder Capital, we thrive on our culture of learning and curiosity, which is why our internship program is so important. In fact, many of our advisors came to us as undergraduate interns, green and eager to learn! Our internship program is not coffee […]
Introducing Giorgio Hama:Â Avid Hot Cocoa Drinker
Introducing Giorgio Hama to our Summer 2022 Internship Program! Here at Calder Capital, we thrive on our culture of learning and curiosity, which is why our internship program is so important. In fact, many of our advisors came to us as undergraduate interns, green and eager to learn! Our internship program is not coffee runs […]
Introducing Drew Peluso: Sneaker Connoisseur
Introducing Drew Peluso to our Summer 2022 Semester Internship Program! Here at Calder Capital, we thrive on our culture of learning and curiosity, which is why our internship program is so important. In fact, many of our advisors came to us as undergraduate interns, green and eager to learn! Our internship program is not coffee […]
Prediction: What Can Buyers & Sellers Expect?
Over the past 2-3 months it seems like the mood in the M&A markets has been “hurry up and wait”. Sell-side prospects want to talk, want to meet, express the desire to sell, do a valuation, and then they most often sit. We have felt this way on the buy-side as well. Lots of “yes, […]
Calder Capital, LLC Honored as Gold Stevie® Award Winner in 2022 American Business Awards®
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 2022 – Calder Capital, LLC was recently named the winner of a Gold Stevie Award® in the Company of the Year – Financial Services Category in the 20th Annual American Business Awards®. The American Business Awards are the U.S.A.’s premier business awards program. All organizations operating in the U.S.A. are eligible […]
Bridge Tool & Die, Inc. of Buckley, MI Sold to an Individual Investor
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the acquisition of Bridge Tool & Die, Inc. of Buckley, MI to an individual investor. Bridge Tool & Die is a precision machining and injection mold company located in Northern Michigan. The Company specializes in the manufacturing of carbide and steel tooling for extrusion, deep draw, cold heading, and […]
Bridge Tool & Die, Inc. of Buckley, MI Sold to an Individual Investor
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the acquisition of Bridge Tool & Die, Inc. of Buckley, MI to an individual investor. Bridge Tool & Die is a precision machining and injection mold company located in Northern Michigan. The Company specializes in the manufacturing of carbide and steel tooling for extrusion, deep draw, cold heading, and […]
April’s Off-Market Sellers
The Fed is hiking interest rates, inflation is eating away at debt capital investments, and stock markets are down (the S&P is off to its worst start since 1939 – down 13.3% YTD). Where should investors be looking to deploy capital? According to the 2022 Private Capital Markets Report (published last week), 30% of respondents […]
Tustin’s Asphalt Sealing Acquired by an Individual Investor
Calder Capital is excited to announce the successful sale of its client, Tustin’s Asphalt Sealing of Plainwell, Michigan to an individual investor. Tustin’s Asphalt Sealing was acquired by Brian Holt. Mr. Holt has extensive experience working in digital marketing and brand consulting, where he has aided numerous companiesto boost their business performance and increase their […]
Tustin’s Asphalt Sealing Acquired by an Individual Investor
Calder Capital is excited to announce the successful sale of its client, Tustin’s Asphalt Sealing of Plainwell, Michigan to an individual investor.
Aggressive Cleaning Services of Grand Rapids, MI Acquired by New Image Building Services
Calder Capital is excited to announce the acquisition of Aggressive Cleaning Services of Grand Rapids, MI to a full-service building services company. Aggressive Cleaning Services is a commercial cleaning service company that provides services such as window cleaning, carpet cleaning, water damage restoration, emergency water extraction, and biohazard cleaning. The Company primarily serves office buildings […]
Aggressive Cleaning Services of Grand Rapids, MI Acquired by a Strategic Buyer
Calder Capital is excited to announce the partnership of Aggressive Cleaning Services of Grand Rapids, MI, and a full-service building services company.Â
March’s Off-Market Sellers
In which direction is the lower middle market moving in 2022? In the midst of inflation, war, rate hikes, burnout, and labor shortage, the consensus at Calder is that sellers appear somewhat reluctant to come to market. Amid the uncertainty, many are skeptical of engaging an M&A firm to run a private auction process. Calder’s […]
Premier Industries Corporation Sold to an Individual Investor
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the sale of its client, Premier Industries Corporation of Monroe, Michigan, to an individual investor. Premier Industries is a manufacturing company that designs and builds specialized machinery and industrial automation for a multitude of industries. The Company provides a diverse range of services from small fixtures and tooling to […]
Premier Industries Corporation Sold to an Individual Investor
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the sale of its client, Premier Industries Corporation of Monroe, Michigan, to an individual investor. Premier Industries is a manufacturing company that designs and builds specialized machinery and industrial automation for a multitude of industries. The Company provides a diverse range of services from small fixtures and tooling to […]
J. Mark Systems of Grand Rapids, MI Acquired by WTRBox, LLC
Calder Capital is thrilled to announce the acquisition of its client, J. Mark Systems of Grand Rapids, MI by WTRBox, LLC, an industrial water treatment finance and operations platform. Founded by Mark Zeilbeck in 1984, J. Mark Systems is a locally owned West Michigan water treatment solutions company based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The Company […]
J. Mark Systems of Grand Rapids, MI Acquired by WTRBox, LLC
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the acquisition of J. Mark Systems of Grand Rapids, MI to WTRBox, LLC.
Inc 5000 Regionals 2022: Calder Capital Ranked #61 in Midwest
With a Two-Year Revenue Growth of [XX Percent], Calder Capital Ranks No. 61 on Inc. Magazine’s List of the Midwest Region’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies.
Understanding the Emotions of Selling a Business
Oftentimes, the emotions of selling a business also include feelings of isolation, a lack of direction, or a loss of identity and community.Â
Mergers and Acquisitions Trends 2022: An Analysis of Q4 2021
Can Deal Characteristics in Q4 2021 Help Up Understand What 2022 Has in Store? The IBBA and M&A Source recently published their Q4 Market Pulse Report giving insight into the trends that can be expected in the current market for mergers and acquisitions trends 2022. The Q4 survey was conducted from January 1-15th, 2022, and […]
How Long Does it Take to Sell a Business?
If you want to buy/sell in 2022, it’s time to get going in Q1! We get it, Q1 is a drag. It’s cold in the Midwest, buyers and sellers often take extended vacations to the south, and financials and tax returns need to get done. These factors combine to slow down the start of the […]
Tips to Improve Your Business Valuation and Prepare for a Sale
Ways to improve your business valuation Statistically, 61% of business owners spend either no time or less than one year planning for their exit. As a result, many of these owners settle for less than they ideally could receive in a sale and the sale process becomes more grueling itself as owners are not prepared […]
MKR Fabricators, Inc. of Saginaw, Michigan Acquired by Individual Investor
Calder Capital is excited to announce the successful sale of its client, MKR Fabricators Inc., of Saginaw, Michigan, to an individual investor. For the past 20+ years, MKR Fabricators has been operating as a successful heavy plate steel fabrication company. The company was acquired by Robert Webb in 1999. Since then, Rob has been the […]
MKR Fabricators, Inc. of Saginaw, Michigan Acquired by Individual Investor
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the acquisition of Lamphear Service Company of Wyoming, MI by Drake Company Incorporated of Livonia, MI.
Lamphear Service Company of Wyoming, MI Acquired by Investor
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the acquisition of Lamphear Service Company of Wyoming, MI by Bryan Vartanian of Livonia, MI. Founded in 1987 by Bruce Lamphear, Lamphear Service Company has grown to become a successful HVAC service and installation business, specializing in the installation and maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems. Bruce has […]
Lamphear Service Company of Wyoming, MI Acquired by Investor
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the acquisition of Lamphear Service Company of Wyoming, MI by Drake Company Incorporated of Livonia, MI.
75-Year-Old Strain Electric Company Acquired by Power VAC, LLC of Novi, MI
Calder Capital, LLC is electrified to announce that 75+-year-old Strain Electric Company of Wyoming, Michigan has been acquired by Power VAC, LLC of Novi, Michigan. Founded in 1947 by Lester Strain, Strain Electric is a diversified electrical utility contractor specializing in industrial construction, outdoor traffic signals, and underground electrical work. Todd Strain, the third-generation owner […]
75-Year-Old Strain Electric Company Acquired by Power VAC, LLC of Novi, MI
Calder Capital, LLC is electrified to announce that 75+-year-old Strain Electric Company of Wyoming, Michigan has been acquired by Power VAC, LLC of Novi, Michigan. Founded in 1947 by Lester Strain, Strain Electric is a diversified electrical utility contractor specializing in industrial construction, outdoor traffic signals, and underground electrical work. Todd Strain, the third-generation owner […]
2021 Off-Market Sellers: Recap
Before jumping headstrong into 2022, let’s reflect on our accomplishments in 2021. Calder’s buy-side team generated 360 proprietary leads, resulting in 215 conference calls and site visits and over 37 IOIs/LOIs. That is a hair under one proprietary lead per day! How do we do this? It’s 90% elbow grease combined with 10% data science. […]
Calder Capital/SBDA Close 42 Deals – Smash Records Again!
Demonstrating their adeptness at maneuvering during the pandemic, Calder/SBDA prove that they are among the fastest-growing M&A firms in the US.
Calder Capital/SBDA Close 35th Transaction of 2021
Demonstrating their adeptness at maneuvering during the pandemic, Calder/SBDA prove that they are among the fastest-growing M&A firms in the US.
West Michigan Petroleum Equipment Company Acquired by D.H.T. Holdings, Inc.
Calder Capital is thrilled to announce that Rohr Gasoline Equipment, Inc., of Byron Center, MI has been acquired by D.H.T. Holdings, Inc., of Reese, MI. Established in 1940, Rohr Gasoline Equipment provides equipment installation and repairs for service stations in the greater Grand Rapids area, including tank installation, tank removal, testing, card readers for fuel […]