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Calder Capital/SBDA Close Record-Breaking 48 Deals in 2023!

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With the successful closings of two businesses on 12/28/23, the Calder Capital/SBDA team completed transaction #48 for 2023, surpassing previous annual transaction and revenue records. This is despite global M&A deal volume declining by 7% and 27% year-over-year dollar volume decline rounding off the lowest three-quarter total since 2013. (Source: Skadden) Calder reported 79.1% revenue growth […]

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Introducing Whit Webster: Philadelphia M&A Advisor

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Introducing Whit Webster, Calder’s Newest Mergers and Acquisition Advisor! Calder Capital, a prominent mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is delighted to announce the addition of Whit Webster to its team as an M&A advisor serving Philadelphia. Originally hailing from Tampa, Florida, Whit now calls Philadelphia, Pennsylvania home. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University

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Introducing John Harrington: Turnaround & Distressed M&A Advisor

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We’re proud to introduce John Harrington! Calder Capital, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is pleased to announce the addition of John Harrington to its team as an M&A Advisor specializing in distressed and turnaround businesses.  John has more than 40 years of combined experience in bank management, executive leadership, and turnaround consulting covering

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Calder Capital/SBDA Chart Another Record Quarter with 35 Closings to Date in 2023

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Despite continued low seller sentiment, continued rising rates, and large-scale uncertainty, the Calder Capital/SBDA team completed transaction #35 of 2023 continuing their upward climb to smashing previous years’ records.  “Our group has exhibited remarkable stability and resolve. While the majority of our competitors find it challenging to adapt to the current climate, Calder continues to

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Continuum Ventures of Grand Rapids, Michigan Acquires Majority Stake in Action Water Sports

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Calder Capital, LLC, a premier Midwest Mergers and Acquisitions firm, is pleased to announce the investment of a majority stake in premier boat dealership Action Water Sports by Continuum Ventures of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Action Water Sports was founded in 1990 with a single location, and over the past 33 years, the company has experienced significant

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Hot Side Service of Grandville, Michigan, Acquired by Local Individual Investor

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Calder Capital is pleased to announce the acquisition of Hot Side Service of Grandville, Michigan, by individual buyer, Oral Campbell.  Founded in 1997, Hot Side Service is a commercial food service equipment repair company. The Company’s equipment capabilities span refrigeration, cooking, coffee, and HVAC applications. In the 2000s, Jennie and Chris Melinn joined Hot Side

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Calder Capital/SBDA Chart a Blowout First Half of 2023 with 24 Closings and Revenue Up 202% over 2022

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With the successful sale of three (3) businesses on June 30th, 2023, the Calder Capital/SBDA team completed transaction #24 of 2023 and continued to set the stage for a record 2023 despite lower levels of transactions nationally and in the face of continued rising rates, high inflation, and large-scale uncertainty.
“Our team has shown tremendous grit and determination. As most of our competition struggles to navigate these times, Calder remains a shining star, completing 11 transactions in Q2, posting record revenues (up 202% vs 2022), and setting the stage for a 4th consecutive Inc 5000-year in 2023,” stated Managing Partner Max Friar. “That is something few companies ever accomplish, let alone companies reliant on closing the next transaction. Our growth is truly stunning.”

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An Inside Look: High Demand, Low Supply Drives a Sellers’ Market

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Feelings do not always reflect reality. There have been a lot of negative headlines and rate increases over the past 18 months. As a result, many potential business sellers are feeling that it’s not a good time to sell. In fact, seller sentiment has remained at a decade-low since Q4 2022. The result is that

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