Calder Capital is thrilled to announce the sale of its client, Kellermeier Plumbing, to individual investors! Established in 1996, Kellermeier Plumbing is a plumbing and remodeling contractor located in Rockford, Michigan. Prior to the sale, the business was owned and operated by husband and wife team, Blaine and Mary Kellermeier. After over twenty-six years of owning and operating Kellermeier Plumbing, Blaine and his wife Mary were ready to begin transitioning into retirement. Mr. Kellermeier engaged Calder Capital, LLC to find the ideal successor to keep the Company on its upward trajectory. Blaine Kellermeier noted, “Building Kellermeier Plumbing into the successful business it is has been a very rewarding experience. After 26 years, I felt like it was finally time to hand over the reins to new ownership. I’m confident that Scott and Ken (the buyers) will utilize their experience in the industry to continue growing Kellermeier Plumbing into an even greater success.” Kellermeier Plumbing was purchased by two individual investors, Scott Mostert and Ken Cronkright. Ken and Scott are based in Rockford, MI, and both have extensive experience in the plumbing industry. The pair are eager to use their knowledge to continue growing this successful Company. Matt Baas, Mergers and […]
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 runs and paper pushing. Our interns work hard behind the scenes at every stage of our M&A process. They keep our prospecting process moving, they have their hands in every financial analysis and valuation, and they collaborate to put together our Confidential Information Memorandum for each client that’s launched to market. Since they’re such an integral part of our team, we want to introduce who’s working behind the scenes for the summer of 2022. We’re Proud to Introduce Megan Ward! Megan is an incoming Junior at the University of Dayton where she is pursuing a Major in Finance and a Minor in Accounting. Megan is originally from Grand Rapids and plans on pursuing investment banking in Chicago upon graduating. When Megan isn’t working or studying for school she enjoys running, cooking, and spending time at Lake Michigan with friends. She is also an avid reader […]
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 runs and paper pushing. Our interns work hard behind the scenes at every stage of our M&A process. They keep our prospecting process moving, they have their hands in every financial analysis and valuation, and they collaborate to put together our Confidential Information Memorandum for each client that’s launched to market. Since they’re such an integral part of our team, we want to introduce who’s working behind the scenes for the summer of 2022. We’re Proud to Introduce Chase Peterson! Chase is an incoming Junior at the University of Michigan: Ross School of Business where he studies Finance and Accounting. He is originally from Montague, Michigan and will be spending the summer working here in Grand Rapids at Calder Capital. After graduation, Chase plans on working in investment banking in Chicago where he can continue to explore his interest in mergers and acquisitions. He is […]
Introducing Giorgio Hama: 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 and paper pushing. Our interns work hard behind the scenes at every stage of our M&A process. They keep our prospecting process moving, they have their hands in every financial analysis and valuation, and they collaborate to put together our Confidential Information Memorandum for each client that’s launched to market. Since they’re such an integral part of our team, we want to introduce who’s working behind the scenes for the summer of 2022. We’re Proud to Introduce Giorgio Hama! Giorgio is a Senior at Grand Valley State University studying Accounting and Finance. After graduation, Giorgio would like to work as a financial analyst for a Mergers & Acquisitions firm like Calder or in a department for a larger corporate company. Giorgio enjoys spending his free time hiking trails as he finds the experience to be very relaxing. He also likes going to the gym and […]
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 runs and paper pushing. Our interns work hard behind the scenes at every stage of our M&A process. They keep our prospecting process moving, they have their hands in every financial analysis and valuation, and they collaborate to put together our Confidential Information Memorandum for each client that’s launched to market. Since they’re such an integral part of our team, we want to introduce who’s working behind the scenes for the summer of 2022. We’re Proud to Introduce Drew Peluso! Drew is a Senior at Michigan State University. He’s studying Finance, making him a natural fit here at Calder Capital. He is a Michigan native and grew up in Troy, Michigan. Drew has always been very entrepreneurial minded. In high school, he even started up a small business where he sourced shoes for customers and even some professional athletes. After college, he plans on working […]
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.
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 tracking, and retail communication equipment. Mitch Veenstra became an owner in 1995 and assumed sole ownership of Rohr in 2004. After over 25 years in the business, he is looking forward to adventuring near his home in Colorado and enjoying more time with his kids and grandkids. “Mitch set up Rohr in a prime position for his exit,” remarked Garrett Monroe, lead Mergers and Acquisitions Advisor to Rohr. “He cultivated a solid, independent team with a hardworking, loyal, and positive culture. We could not have found a better fit for Rohr’s continued success. Through this acquisition, Rohr employees will benefit from even more opportunities for personal and financial growth within D.H.T. Holdings.” D.H.T Holdings is an employee-owned transportation and logistics company, with a portfolio that extends into landscaping, excavation, brokerage, and other industries. The acquisition of Rohr was a strategic one for D.H.T. “Calder […]
Positive Chimney & Fire Place of Cadillac, MI Acquired by Individual Investors!
Calder Capital is pleased to announce that Positive Chimney & Fire Place of Cadillac, Michigan has been acquired by individual investors. Positive Chimney was acquired by four of the Company’s employees –Chris Richardson, Mike Gamble, and Cody and Kassie Richardson. Founded in 1982, Positive Chimney provides Northwest Michigan residents with professional sales, installation, and service for all hearth and home needs. After over 40 years in the business, partners and founders Herb Smith and Dave Nederhoed are ready to retire. They engaged with Calder Capital in April of 2021 in order to find the right succession plan. Shane Kissack, Mergers and Acquisitions Advisor at Calder Capital, served as the lead advisor on the transaction. “Before we formally launched to market, we had the opportunity to engage with key employees and learned there was the skill and desire in-house to transition the company to the next generation,” remarked Kissack. “Within months the buyers and sellers were under a signed Letter of Intent. Both the buyers and sellers had the same goal so the process went very smoothly. I am very happy to have helped the company transition internally.” “I’m thrilled to know Positive Chimney will be taken over by several of […]
Calder Capital Buy-Side Client Update: November 2021
Have you been satisfied with your deal flow in 2021? Any desire to spend less time researching and sending emails and more time closing deals in 2022? Our buy-side team continues to offer guaranteed leads for our clients – leads that are off-market, willing to talk to you directly about selling, and those that meet your requirements. Our clients know they are getting what they pay for. Let us show you exactly how many prospects match your target criteria. Complete our Buyer Criteria form and in a few succinct slides we will show you not only how many prospects there are but also where they are located. ***In the Holiday spirit, Calder is offering a special discount for buyers that engage us in the month of December. Follow the Contact information below to learn more.*** Check out some of the off-market leads our buy-side team discovered for our current buy-side clients‘ mandates below. How do we do this? It’s 90% elbow grease combined with 10% data science. We combine a personal touch, marketing automation, and data analytics to hone best practices with the tedious work that no one wants to do – lots of research, cold calls, and email outreach. Select Seller Leads Developed […]
Construction Tool & Supply of Warren, Michigan Acquired by an Individual Investor!
Calder Capital is thrilled to announce that Construction Tool & Supply of Warren, Michigan has been acquired by an individual investor. Founded by Bill Parkhill in 1978, Construction Tool & Supply markets and distributes specialty fasteners and fastening supplies to contractors doing industrial, commercial, and institutional construction. After over 40 successful and rewarding years in the business, Bill is ready to enjoy retirement with his spouse, Kathy. Bill engaged with Calder Capital in the spring of 2021 to find the ideal successor. Construction Tool & Supply was acquired by Sohail Tootla of Detroit, Michigan. Sohail has experience in Operations & Project Management, Corporate Strategy, and Business Administration. “I am honored to purchase this wonderful business,” commented Sohail Tootla. “I value Bill’s philosophy and business ethic. It was immediately apparent to me that CTS is more than just a company–it is a significant part of Bill’s life. My vision is to continue the legacy and reputation of Construction Tool & Supply for generations to come.” Garrett Monroe served as the lead Mergers and Acquisitions advisor to Construction Tool & Supply. “Bill and Kathy Parkhill have invested an entire lifetime into Construction Tool & Supply, and I am enthusiastic that the […]