“Working with Calder Capital on the acquisitions of Metro Metal Works and associated real estate was a genuinely positive experience. As a strategic buyer in the metal fabrication space, I needed a partner who understood both the operational realities of manufacturing and the nuances of pairing the right business with the right owner. Sam, Hannah, and Logan delivered on both fronts. They sourced well-qualified opportunities, helped frame realistic valuations, and stayed engaged through the inevitable complexities of due diligence and closing — including the real estate component. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and follow-through made two complex transactions feel manageable. I’d gladly work with the Calder team again.”
– Paul Callahan, Founder and Managing Partner, Seddon Point Capital, Atlanta, GA (Buyer)Click here to watch Paul Callahan’s Buy-Side Testimonial video.
Calder Capital is pleased to announce the successful acquisition of Metro Metal Works of McDonough, Georgia, by Seddon Point Capital of Atlanta, Georgia.
Seddon Point Capital, led by Founder and Managing Partner Paul Callahan, is an Atlanta-based investment firm focused on acquiring and scaling high-quality businesses. Paul leads Seddon Point Capital with a diverse skillset in technology, analytics, and strategy. He boasts unique experience in senior operational leadership roles across Bain & Company, Accenture, IBM, and Arden Lane Advisors. Seeking a Georgia-based acquisition where he could drive employee retention, skill development, operational excellence, and long-term growth, Paul engaged Calder Capital’s Buy-Side Team.
Metro Metal Works (“MMW”) is a precision Sheet metal work and welding company located in McDonough, Georgia. With state of the art equipment and processing, MMW has fabricated metal products all over the world. Started in 1989 as a welding shop specializing in material handling and handrails, MMW has expanded their reach in the precision sheet metal market with laser cutting and CNC fabrication.
Sam Scharich of Calder Capital served as the Lead Mergers & Acquisitions Advisor to Seddon Point Capital. Serving as the Buy-Side Director was Hannah Nabhan, and serving as Lead Buy-Side Associate was Logan Theodorou of Calder Capital.
Calder Capital’s Buy-Side search for Seddon Point Capital generated 24 off-market introductions to prospective sellers, the buyer pursued deep dives with 13 of these sellers, and with Calder Capital’s guidance, our client ultimately submitted 4 offers. Seddon Point Capital was the only buyer at the table for MMW, and the final offer evolved through rounds of negotiation, where Calder represented Seddon Point Capital.
Callahan stated, “Working with Calder Capital on the acquisitions of Metro Metal Works and associated real estate was a genuinely positive experience. As a strategic buyer in the metal fabrication space, I needed a partner who understood both the operational realities of manufacturing and the nuances of pairing the right business with the right owner. Sam, Hannah, and Logan delivered on both fronts. They sourced well-qualified opportunities, helped frame realistic valuations, and stayed engaged through the inevitable complexities of due diligence and closing — including the real estate component. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and follow-through made two complex transactions feel manageable. I’d gladly work with the Calder team again.”
“The buyer, Paul Callahan, demonstrated remarkable persistence throughout the process,” commented Scharich. “He navigated an important family matter and an extended diligence period while remaining steady and focused. Logan and Hannah did an excellent job keeping momentum amidst a lengthened due diligence process, ensuring consistent communication and proper expectation setting, which is an incredibly challenging thing to balance, in order to avoid deal fatigue. They all deserve kudos.”
Max Friar, Managing Partner of Calder Capital, added, “U.S. manufacturing and metal fabrication businesses continue to be an attractive space for M&A, given recent reshoring efforts. With over a decade of experience closing similar manufacturing businesses, Paul’s team, led by Calder Managing Director Sam Scharich, knew exactly how to search and advise on the transaction. During the extended due diligence process and rounds of negotiations, we were pleased that our client, Seddon Point Capital, obtained a tremendous outcome.” Max continued, “We believe Paul has the right skillset to create tremendous growth potential for MMW long into the future. I’m proud of our team’s execution. We enjoyed working with the buyer and seller through such an important transition.”
Calder Capital served as the Exclusive Buy-Side Mergers and Acquisitions Advisor to Seddon Point Capital. Also representing Seddon Point Capital were Jason Pagan of Office Support Services, Inc., who acted as CPA, and Kevin Hoffmeyer of AEGIS Law, who served as legal counsel. The sellers were represented by Sean Fechtmann and James Roberts of Benchmark International. Valerie Stash and Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital Advisory were integral in providing SBA 7(a) financing advisory services to successfully secure debt financing for the transaction.
About Seddon Point Capital:
Seddon Point Capital is an Atlanta-based investment firm led by Founder and Managing Partner Paul Callahan. The firm focuses on acquiring and supporting high-quality companies through engaged ownership, employee development, flexible deal structures, and operational enhancement. Seddon aims to foster long-term value creation while improving the lives of employees, customers, and the communities it serves. To learn more, please visit https://www.SeddonPointCapital.com/
About Metro Metal Works:
Metro Metal Works is a McDonough, GA based precision metal fabrication company offering advanced manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, welding, machining, assembly, and design support. Serving diverse industries across the Southeast, the Company specializes in delivering high-tolerance, custom-engineered metal products. The business has grown under the leadership of Harry and Barbara Phillips and their son, Justin Phillips, who has scaled the Company’s technical capabilities and customer base. To learn more, please visit http://www.MMWfab.com/
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.
