Introducing Rob Stasiak, Calder’s Newest Mergers and Acquisition Advisor! Calder Capital is excited to welcome the newest addition to our team, Rob Stasiak! Rob is a highly experienced Mergers and Acquisition (M&A) Advisor based in Southeast Michigan. With a deep understanding of the business transaction process and a wide range of industry expertise, he provides strategic and financial advice to buyers and sellers seeking to transact in the lower Middle Market. Rob helps clients identify potential target companies, conduct due diligence, negotiate and structure deals, and navigate the complex landscape of M&A transactions. With his unique combination of technical expertise, market knowledge, and a robust network of industry connections, Rob is able to create a competitive marketplace for clients looking to buy or sell businesses. We’re Proud to Introduce Rob Stasiak! Rob graduated from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor in 1994 with a Bachelor’s degree in General Studies from the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. He is dedicated to continuous development and continues his education as a member of the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA). As a native of West Bloomfield, Rob has knowledge of the local communities and economics of the area due to his lifelong […]
Introducing Jonathan Stanton: Mr. Optimistic
Introducing Jonathan Stanton to our Buy-Side Team! Calder Capital is excited to welcome the newest addition to our Buy-Side team, Jonathan Stanton! Calder Capital’s Buy-Side is focused on bringing buyers proprietary, off-market deal flow driven by high-quality, high-quantity direct outreach to potential sellers matching our client’s specific criteria and by leveraging our existing network. Our team can source and execute a variety of transactions, as evidenced by having completed deals across the country and in various industries. We’re Proud to Introduce Jonathan Stanton! Jonathan recently graduated from Michigan State University’s Eli Broad College of Business with a degree in Finance and a minor in Economics, earning High Honors. Jonathan’s interest in business was sparked during his high school years at Rochester Adams High School in Rochester Hills, MI. After taking a few business classes, he knew this was his true passion. We are confident that this enthusiasm will drive him to great success in his role at Calder Capital, and for our clients. Jonathan hails from Rochester Hills, MI and resided in East Lansing, MI during his college years. After graduation, he worked in Carmel, IN, before moving to Grand Rapids, MI in January 2023. With family in the area, […]
December’s Off-Market Sellers
We hope 2022 finished strong for you! The Calder team was blessed to finish the year with a new record of 46 completed transactions! For a full deal by deal breakdown and analysis, please click here. The buy-side played a big role in helping Calder break our transaction closing record. And our momentum has us poised for an even bigger year in 2023! With several closings before year end and four buy-side deals slated to close before the end of the month here in January, our team has excess capacity to get moving quickly and take on additional clients. Therefore, we are offering the first month FREE for new buy-side clients that engage us before the end of January. Select Seller Leads Developed in December Speed, the key to success Calder Analyst, Robert Janei, was put to the challenge of finding a unique service company for a buy-side client. Initially, it was tough going to find an ideal fit, but Robert continued to pursue the pool of off-market sellers only to come across a prospect that lit up our buyer’s eyes. Over the holidays, essentially in tandem with the “12 days of Christmas,” our client went under […]
November’s Off-Market Sellers
Welcome to the holiday season. Many think that M&A slows down during this time. That is far from the truth, at least for us. Last week the Calder team closed transaction #42 on the year tying our record set in 2021. A huge shout out to buy-side associate Parker Schaap for getting it done! Off-market lead flow also picked up from last month with our team ultimately generating (ironically also the same number) 42 new off-market leads for active buy-side clients. Business owners are ready to talk. They have been getting hit from all angles over the past three years. Nothing has gotten easier and no one is getting younger. With no signs of change coming anytime soon, a large number of owners are coming to the realization that they don’t want to endure any longer. Many are waiting for a quality buyer to call. Let us help connect you both! Select Seller Leads Developed in November Closing #42 Buy-Side Associate, Parker Schaap, experienced a bittersweet closing this past month after working with a buy-side client for over a year to find the right business. After managing through two LOIs that fell apart both weeks prior to closings with different targets, unexpected obstacles, and countless […]
Introducing Zach Smith: Major New York Sports Fan
Introducing Zach Smith to our Central Services Team! Calder Capital is excited to welcome the newest addition to our Central Services team, Zach Smith! Calder Capital’s Central Services team is made up of skilled analysts who provide the financial and operational backbone of Calder’s sell-side practice: business valuations, producing Confidential Information Memoranda (CIMs) and marketing literature, strategic research, and the establishment of each sell-side campaign. Calder Capital’s team works behind the scenes to get each sell-side client to market and get as many qualified buyers’ eyes on them as possible. As Calder Capital continues to expand and grow, the Central Services team plays a crucial role in maintaining the firm’s foundation. With their expertise in financial modeling, writing, research, and due diligence, our dedicated team helps ensure that our clients have the support and guidance they need to succeed. We’re Proud to Introduce Zach Smith! Zach recently graduated from Grand Valley State University with degrees in Finance and Business Economics. As a native of the Greater Grand Rapids area, he brings a unique perspective and local knowledge to our team. We are confident that his ambition and creative input will make him a valuable asset to our team and our […]
What is a 338(h)(10) Election and How Does It Impact an M&A Transaction?
A Section 338(h)(10) election is a tax election that allows the buyer and seller of a target company to treat the sale as an asset sale for federal income tax purposes. This means that the buyer can take a basis in the assets of the target company equal to the purchase price, and the seller can recognize any gain or loss on the sale as if the assets were sold directly. To make a Section 338(h)(10) election, the buyer and seller must file a joint election with the IRS within 75 days of the sale of the target company. The election must be made by both the buyer and the seller, and it must be approved by the IRS. Once the election is approved, the buyer and seller must complete a detailed asset-by-asset allocation of the purchase price to reflect the fair market value of the assets acquired in the sale. This allocation is used to determine the gain or loss that the seller recognizes on the sale and the basis that the buyer takes in the assets. Here are three potential benefits of a Section 338(h)(10) election for a business seller: Lower tax rate: Making a Section 338(h)(10) election […]
The Key Benefits of a Business Appraisal
A business appraisal is an assessment of the value of a business, which can be helpful for a variety of reasons. Business owners may wish to have their business appraised for a number of reasons, including to determine the value of their business for tax or estate planning purposes, to prepare for a sale or merger, or to obtain financing. One of the key benefits of a business appraisal is that it can provide a clear and objective assessment of the value of a business. This can be helpful for business owners who are unsure of the value of their business, or who may have an unrealistic view of its value, as many owners do. An appraisal can provide a basis for determining the fair market value of a business, which can be useful for a variety of purposes. In addition, a business appraisal can provide useful information about the strengths and weaknesses of a business. The appraisal process typically involves a detailed analysis of the financial and operational aspects of a business, as well as its market and competitive environment. This can provide valuable insights into the factors that are driving the value of a business and can help […]
October’s Off-Market Sellers
I’ve been asked the question several times lately, “Is it still a good time to purchase a business? How do you buy a business in a downturn?” Truthfully, the savvy investor doesn’t try to time the market. The savvy investor is always in the market watching and waiting for the right deal. This investor knows that economic change brings opportunity. In a downturn where other buyers might pump the brakes and be scared, therein lies an opportunity. The intelligent investor understands the importance of buying right. And of course, the astute buyer works with Calder Capital! Statistically there are 15 active buyers for every listed business for sale. How are you going to find a great deal competing against 14 other buyers? Buyers can rely on Calder’s buy-side team to identify, negotiate, and close a phenomenal deal on their behalf. We are not referring to any random deal that can be found on Bizbuysell.com. We are talking about off-market opportunities uncovered through direct outreach. Be the only buyer at the table. Here are a few examples of off-market sellers we found in October: Select Seller Leads Developed in October Success in Calder’s Process – $2M EBITDA Service Business Calder […]
September’s Off-Market Sellers
Lead flow decelerated a bit for us in September, but Calder’s buy-side team still managed to wrangle in 33 new off-market leads for our clients. The decrease was due in part to the Fed’s continued interest rate hiking and subsequent buyer/seller hesitancy and reevaluation of market conditions. We can do nothing about that but what we can affect is the success of our clients. And I am very pleased to announce that 50% of Calder’s engaged buyers having businesses secured under a Letter of Intent (LOI)! Alongside our clients we are wading through oodles of due diligence and post-LOI negotiation on purchase agreements, deal structuring, and securing financing. Check out some of the prospects we uncovered in September: Select Seller Leads Developed in September $100M Revenue Contracting Company Parker Schaap, one of Calder’s longest tenured buy-side project managers, was on the prowl for a contracting service company when he came across this $100M revenue company. Although it’s slightly larger than what our client was originally searching for, the owner has hit it off with our client and is considering a heavily structured transaction in order to help our client pull of the deal. $75M Revenue Midwest Manufacturer Tyler Mussen was […]
August’s Off-Market Sellers
The kids are back in school, the sun is still shining, and there’s a hint of fall in the air. But have your acquisition plans been accomplished? Are you feeling the need to accelerate your acquisition timeline? Come join the 15+ buyers that trust Calder’s buy-side team to deliver. As a team this year, Calder has already closed 32 deals and we currently have 27 under LOI. We’re feeling bullish about breaking our record of closing 42 deals last year! (currently locating some wood to knock on…) If you’re a serious buyer, the time to act is now. Don’t miss the bus! Select Seller Leads Developed in August $60M Revenue Fuel Distribution Company On the hunt for a fuel distribution company, Calder Analyst, Robert Janei’s hard work paid off when he was at long last able to connect with the owner of this company. Their discussion opened the opportunity for the owner to learn how Calder could help connect him with a buyer who shared the same vision as he for his company. The owner later quoted, “It was Robert’s persistence that ultimately made me want to pick up the phone and it turned out to be a great introduction for all of us.” $22M EBITDA […]