“Calder Capital was instrumental in finding the right buyer for our company. They understood our needs and ensured a smooth transition, allowing us to step back while knowing the business is in good hands.”
– Founder, Marine Software Company, California (Seller)
“Working with Calder Capital was a seamless experience. Their professionalism and deep market knowledge were invaluable throughout the acquisition process.”
– Managing Partner, Search Fund, New York (Buyer)
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the successful sale of a marine software company, based in California to a New York-based search fund.
This marine software company develops and markets an industry leading software suite. The software is sold across the globe and utilized across several industries including government, academia, and private industry. Ready to transition into full retirement, the sellers engaged Calder’s Sell-Side Team to find a successor that would carry on their legacy.
“After nearly 30 years of building our software company into an industry leader, we felt it was the right time to transition the business to new ownership that could continue its growth trajectory,” stated the founders of the software company. “The buyer has a strong vision for the future of the company, and we are confident they will uphold the innovation and customer service that define our brand.”
The Search Fund has acquired a majority stake in the software company. This Search Fund is an investor focused on specialized software companies with strong domain expertise, scalable technology, and opportunities for strategic growth. The acquisition strengthens their presence in the company’s software sector and provides the Search Fund with an opportunity for continued innovation and expansion.
“We are thrilled to welcome the software company into our portfolio,” said the Managing Partner of the Search Fund. “The company has an impressive track record of innovation and an outstanding reputation in the industry. We look forward to building on the sellers’ legacy and expanding the software capabilities to better serve our customers.”
Sell-Side Director, Garrett Monroe of Calder Capital served as the Exclusive Mergers & Acquisitions Advisor to the software company. Jonathan Dykstra served as Lead Associate on the transaction.
Calder’s Sell-Side Team generated significant interest in the software company, resulting in 580 CIMs sent to qualified buyers and 32 competitive offers.
“Working with Calder Capital was a seamless experience,” said the Managing Partner of the Search Fund. “Their professionalism and deep market knowledge were invaluable throughout the acquisition process.”
“Calder Capital was instrumental in finding the right buyer for our company,” stated the Founders of the software company. “They understood our needs and ensured a smooth transition, allowing us to step back while knowing the business is in good hands.”
“This transaction was a pleasure to work on, and I appreciate the trust that the sellers placed in us to help find the right successor for their business,” said Garrett Monroe, M&A Advisor at Calder Capital. “The software company is a fantastic company with a bright future, and we’re excited to see where the buyer takes it.”
“The acquisition of this software company continues to demonstrate that Calder’s aggressive and systematic marketing can effectively bring quality buyers and sellers together across the US,” commented Max Friar, Managing Partner of Calder Capital. “The sellers have built an extraordinary company, and it was an honor to help them navigate this transition. We are confident that the buyer and their team will continue the sellers’ legacy while driving the company to new heights.”
Calder Capital served as the exclusive Mergers and Acquisitions Advisor to the sellers of the software company.
About Calder Capital:
Founded in 2013, Calder Capital is a lower middle market investment bank providing mergers and acquisitions advisory services to business owners, entrepreneurs, family offices, and investors across the United States. Calder’s services include mergers and acquisitions advisory, private funds and capital markets advisory, and business valuations. To learn more, please visit http://caldergr.com.
