Calder Capital is proud to announce that the sale of Action Water Sports led by Calder Advisor, Pankaj Rajadhyaksha, has been honored by the Crain’s M&A Awards as the 2024 Retail Deal of the Year Award! Crain’s presents the 11th annual M&A Deals and Dealmakers Awards to spotlight best practices and excellence related to mergers, […]
Calder Capital’s Managing Partner, Max Friar, recently was featured on the MCM Wealth Podcast where he discussed the intricacies of selling a business. Listen below on Spotify! Every business owner needs to exit their business eventually. So, what does that process look like, and how can it be carried out efficiently? Max Friar, Managing Partner
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Introducing Steve Wilcox, Calder’s Newest Mergers and Acquisitions Advisor! Calder Capital, a nationwide mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is delighted to announce the addition of Steve Wilcox to its team as an M&A advisor serving the greater Lansing and SE Michigan markets. Originally hailing from Davison, Michigan, Steve now calls East Lansing home. He holds
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Don’t miss the off-market leads we’re uncovering. Watch our 2-minute update and contact us below. Our buy-side team is firing on all cylinders. Have a question you’d like answered? Email sam@caldergr.com and Sam Scharich will do his best to answer it in next month’s update. Read more about our top-tier Gold service by clicking below: Why work
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With a Two-Year Revenue Growth of 159%, Calder Capital Ranks No. 73 on Inc. Magazine’s List of the Midwest Region’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies Companies on the 2024 Inc. 5000 Regionals: Midwest list had an average growth rate of 134%. Grand Rapids, MI, February 27th, 2024 – Inc. magazine today revealed that Calder Capital is No.
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Calder Capital is delighted to announce the successful acquisition of Bontrager Pools, of Elkhart and South Bend, Indiana, by MPD Pool Holdings of Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1977, Bontrager Pools has been a go-to choice for custom pool design, construction, and maintenance in the Michiana region. Ready to transition to the next phase of their
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Calder Capital is delighted to announce the successful acquisition of Progressive Systems of Zeeland, Michigan, by local entrepreneur Joshua Brewster. Progressive Systems, established in 1990, has carved a niche in the industry as a proficient designer and manufacturer of light gauge steel trusses. The company, co-founded by Stan Sluiter, initially focused on pre-assembled metal stud
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In mergers and acquisitions, bridging valuation gaps between buyers and sellers often requires more than just financial acumen—it demands creativity. A key strategy is the use of earnouts, which can alleviate buyer concerns and reward sellers for consistent performance or growth going forward. This post delves into the nuances of earnout structures, shedding light on
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Calder Capital’s market updates pull recent data from industry-wide reports, like BizBuySell, IBBA, M&A Source, GF Data, and internal transactions. We compile insights into current market conditions, published quarterly. With 40+ annual transactions closed, we offer accurate perspectives. Our analysis informs strategic decisions, backed by data and M&A expertise. Exceptional service is our pride.
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There is no time to waste in 2024. Our team is already off to a quicker start this year and we’ve detailed our off-market efforts in a short 2-minute video below. Take a look! Have a question you’d like answered? Email sam@caldergr.com and Sam Scharich will do his best to answer it in next month’s update. Read
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