Transaction Summary
Calder Capital is proud to announce the acquisition of an Education Provider by a Nonprofit.
The Acquisition Story
The Nonprofit (the Buyer) has advanced technology adoption and workforce development to bolster North America’s manufacturing competitiveness and national security. Working with Fortune 500 manufacturers, small and midsize companies, educational institutions, and government agencies, the Buyer designs solutions that address the manufacturing talent crisis. The Buyer engaged Calder Capital’s Buy-Side team to identify and execute strategic acquisitions that extend its workforce development platform and deepen its national impact.
The Education Provider prepares teachers from middle and high schools across the United States to deliver its semester-long program, which immerses students in hands-on, project-based programs spanning artificial intelligence, aviation, cybersecurity, drone technology, hovercraft, and robotics.
Calder Capital’s Transaction Team and Sale Process
Calder’s team was championed by Shane Kissack, who served as the Lead Mergers & Acquisitions Advisor to the Buyer. Serving as Lead Buy-Side Director was Hannah Nabhan, and serving as Lead Buy-Side Associate was Cade Peterson.
Calder’s Buy-Side team generated 16 off-market seller introductions, resulting in the successful acquisition of the Education Provider.
“It has been incredibly rewarding to help bring together two organizations that are deeply committed to the next generation of STEM and manufacturing talent,” stated Kissack. “By integrating the Seller’s experiential K–12 programs with the Buyer’s established high school, postsecondary, and workforce platforms, we believe this partnership will create more cohesive learning pathways, expand access to high-value STEM education, and ultimately strengthen the manufacturing talent pipeline nationwide.”
Max Friar, Managing Partner of Calder, added, “We are excited to see the Buyer and Seller join forces to solve the critical workforce challenges facing manufacturing. It has been fruitful to help a non-profit strategic acquirer in their growth journey.” He continued, “This transaction not only creates synergistic value for both parties, but also delivers long-term benefits for students, educators, and employers across the country. Congratulations to both teams.”
Calder Capital served as the Exclusive Buy-Side Mergers and Acquisitions Advisor to the Buyer.
About Calder Capital:
Founded in 2013, Calder Capital is a cross-industry mergers and acquisitions advisory firm with offices across the United States. Calder provides valuation, sell-side, and buy-side services. We are nationally recognized for excellence in advising $1-100M enterprise value transactions in manufacturing, construction, distribution, and business services. Calder serves business owners, entrepreneurs, family offices, financial buyers, and investors. Learn more at www.CalderGR.com.
