Growth Business

MARCH 1, 2024

By Dom Walbanke on Growth Business - Your gateway to entrepreneurial success Raising private equity funds is seen as the holy grail for businesses who want to grow quickly, simply because the strength of capital opens the door for rapid growth.

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Sica Fletcher

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

In recent posts, we outlined the background of and reasons for the dramatic upsurge of private equity investment in the insurance brokerage industry , how the combination of private equity and low interest rates have dramatically raised valuations , and how private equity sponsored agencies increasingly dominate the insurance agency business.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

MAY 24, 2024

trillion in growth and buyout private equity (PE) dry powder has fueled a competitive, but crowded, M&A market for high-quality middle market businesses, even amidst inflationary pressures and elevated interest rates. trillion in growth and buyout private equity dry powder , these investors stand ready to bridge the gap.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

AUGUST 16, 2024

Private equity (PE) firms are investing in middle market businesses at a healthy pace despite a high interest rate environment that makes it more costly to finance deals. These investors are attracted to well-run businesses with positive cash flows, a diverse customer base, and strong industry tailwinds.

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SDR Ventures

AUGUST 24, 2022

Roundtable Overview During a recent virtual roundtable hosted by GF Data, SDR’s Scott Mitchell joined fellow M&A professionals to discuss the state of lower-middle market M&A and private capital markets. The post Private Equity Roundtable: State of the Lower Middle Market appeared first on SDR Ventures.

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How2Exit

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

From training, then funding, and post-acquisition support rn _ rn About The Guest(s): Joshua Catlett is an investor and advisor in the private healthcare sector. He is now the founder of a M&A advisory consultancy and brokerage, helping private practices in the healthcare sector prepare for sale and find buyers.

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Intrepid Banker Insights

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Intrepid Investment Bankers Intrepid Capital Advisory Update – A View From the Trenches Click here for the full report. Amidst public market volatility and economic uncertainty, private capital investment funds remain open for business, albeit with increased scrutiny and rigorous diligence on every deal. in Q2 2023.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 19, 2025

Summary of: M&A Advisory for SaaS Businesses Under $50 Million: Strategic Considerations for Founders For founders of SaaS companies generating under $50 million in revenue or enterprise value, the M&A landscape presents both opportunity and complexity. Strategic vs. Financial Buyers: Whos the Right Fit?

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M&A Leadership Council

JANUARY 17, 2023

Alicia Ruckman Transaction Advisory Services Director, BDO Alicia has over twelve years of experience working with the Transaction Advisory and Assurance practices at BDO. Alicia focuses on providing buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence to public and private strategic investors and private equity clients.

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Solganick & Co.

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Private Equity Influence: PE-driven deals are expected to reach record highs, driven by the availability of capital and attractive valuations in the software sector. Solganick is a data-driven investment bank and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisory firm focused exclusively on software and IT services companies.

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MergersCorp M&A International

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

MergersCorp M&A International, a leading investment banking advisory firm specializing in mergers and acquisitions, is proud to announce the acquisition of the official sell side mandate for one of Italy’s most prestigious Serie A soccer clubs.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 9, 2025

As weve outlined in SaaS Valuation Multiples: A Guide for Investors and Entrepreneurs , high-growth SaaS companies with strong KPIs can command ARR multiples of 6x12x or more, while slower-growth or less scalable models may trade at lower EBITDA multiples in the 3x6x range. However, growth must be efficient.

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Focus Investment Banking

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Selling or growing your business requires careful preparation, the right advisory team, and strategic foresight. Financial Buyers : These are typically investment companies, such as private equity firms, with no prior investment in your industry. What due diligence should I expect from potential buyers or investors?

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

If you’re a seller who is evaluating the opportunity to partner with a private equity investor, it’s essential to understand the various characteristics of private equity funds that might be interested in your business.

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The Harvard Law School Forum

MAY 3, 2023

The substantial growth in hedge funds and private equity, developments in governance and ESG concerns, the growing receptiveness of institutional investors to activism and the role of proxy advisory firms have also had a significant impact.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Corporate finance jobs at normal companies are bad … …if you’re using them to break into a deal-based field, such as investment banking , private equity , or venture capital , or as a “Plan B” if you interview around but do not get into one of these. Do the investors believe our numbers and metrics like ARR and ARPU ?

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Intrepid Banker Insights

JUNE 5, 2024

Intrepid Investment Bankers Intrepid Hires Industry Veterans Dave Hatch and Mike Letsch to Launch Supply Chain & Logistics Group Intrepid Investment Bankers announced the expansion of the firm’s Industrials & Business Services offerings with the establishment of a dedicated Supply Chain & Logistics advisory practice.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

MAY 12, 2023

Baltimore, MD, MAY 12, 2023 —To support its continued growth as a top boutique investment banking and corporate advisory firm in the Mid-Atlantic region, Chesapeake Corporate Advisors (CCA) recently welcomed Miles Gally to the investment banking team.

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How2Exit

MAY 15, 2023

a strategic legal advisory out of New York City, is a prime example of someone who has been successful in this field. Now, Sauer focuses on family and founder-led businesses of all sizes, public and private. Private equity firms purchase collision repair shops in a region, professionalize them, and then continue to buy other shops.

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How2Exit

JULY 23, 2023

Carvalho's own journey from working at Deloitte to starting his own M&A advisory firm and co-founding Divestopedia is a testament to the power of focus and specialization. Carvalho highlights the advantages that corporate acquirers have over other types of buyers, such as private equity firms or individual entrepreneurs.

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Sica Fletcher

MAY 13, 2024

Investors continue to be more selective when evaluating acquisition opportunities, with many well-funded buyers in the market still mindful of the high cost of capital. The Sica | Fletcher Index is the leading report on mergers and acquisitions within the insurance brokerage sector.

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Sica Fletcher

AUGUST 5, 2024

Deal volume was comparable to this period last year, with investors maintaining a cautious approach in assessing acquisition opportunities and with numerous well-funded buyers mindful of the high cost of capital. The Sica | Fletcher Index is the leading report on mergers and acquisitions within the insurance brokerage sector.

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Sica Fletcher

AUGUST 5, 2024

Deal volume was comparable to this period last year, with investors maintaining a cautious approach in assessing acquisition opportunities and with numerous well-funded buyers mindful of the high cost of capital. The Sica | Fletcher Index is the leading report on mergers and acquisitions within the insurance brokerage sector.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

JANUARY 26, 2023

Knott brings a unique and creative perspective based on 20 years of experience in the middle market as both an investment banker and a private equity investor. Knott has advised both buyers and sellers through the closing of highly successful transactions that achieve optimal outcomes for his clients.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 13, 2025

Whether you're a founder preparing for an exit or an investor evaluating a target, understanding these structures is essential to optimizing deal outcomes. appeared first on Transforming Tech: The Premier M&A Advisory Firm for Software and Technology Businesses. Defining the Structures What Is an Asset Sale?

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M&A Leadership Council

JULY 22, 2023

Tony has more than 25 years delivering transaction advisory insights to clients, including eight years in the Big4. Tony specializes in advising private equity and corporate investors on mergers and acquisitions, carve-outs, recapitalizations and divestitures. Tony brings a hands-on approach to servicing clients.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 8, 2025

As we noted in EBITDA Multiples for SaaS Companies , valuation trends fluctuate with investor sentiment, interest rates, and sector performance. Prepare the Business for Sale Buyers especially private equity firms and strategic acquirers expect a clean, well-documented business. Transition to an advisory role?

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How2Exit

JULY 3, 2023

Kirk Michie, with his three decades of experience in finance and business advisory, has honed his expertise in mergers and acquisitions, making him well-suited to assist entrepreneurs in navigating these transactions. The role of a business advisor in the context of acquisitions and mergers is multifaceted.

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Razorpay

AUGUST 9, 2023

Functions of Merchant Banks A merchant bank’s primary function is to provide financial and advisory services to medium-sized businesses. Portfolio Management Merchant banking companies provide portfolio management services to high -net-worth individuals and corporate investors. What services do merchant banks offer?

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Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 2, 2023

FOCUS was named to Axial’s ranking of the Top 50 lower middle market private equity investors and M&A advisors in consumer, mainly due to its work on sell-side transactions. Axial is a platform for deal sourcing, deal marketing, and relationship-driven business development. “We

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Periculum Capital

MAY 14, 2024

based private equity investor that specializes in acquiring software businesses in partnership with top mid-career executives. The firm was founded in 1998 to provide sophisticated financial advisory and transaction services. Periculum found, among other potential suitors, The Brydon Group – a Washington, D.C.

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Focus Investment Banking

JUNE 21, 2024

FOCUS was named to Axial’s ranking of the Top 50 lower middle market M&A advisors and private equity investors in industrials, recognizing its work on sell-side and buy-side transactions. About FOCUS Investment Banking FOCUS Investment Banking is a trusted name in middle market M&A advisory services worldwide.

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Solganick & Co.

MARCH 11, 2022

has been named by Axial as a top software M&A advisory firm. “We’re not seeing that in the lower middle market, where 2022 M&A is off to a brisk pace, with near-record investor interest and plenty of ready capital available to fund deals.” March 11, 2022 – Solganick & Co. Solganick & Co.

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Sica Fletcher

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

2023 Year-End Index Reflects Continued Emphasis on Strategic Fit for Investors NEW YORK, NY - February 6, 2024 - Sica | Fletcher releases the 2023 Year-End Agency & Broker Buyer Index. The firm was founded in 2014 by Michael Fletcher and Al Sica, two of the industry's leading dealmakers who have advised on over $17.5

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Cooley M&A

JANUARY 30, 2024

7] Winning the support of the proxy advisory firms (ISS and Glass Lewis) continued to be crucial, particularly for the activists: Of the nine activist proxy contest victories, only two came without the support of at least one of the proxy advisory firms. (On

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Sica Fletcher

DECEMBER 12, 2019

(Otherwise Known as “How Acquisitions Are Structured”) Our November blog post asked how a smaller agency can take advantage of the tsunami of private equity investment in insurance brokerages. This is generally the same stock which is owned by senior management and the private equity investor.

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Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

While they're seen in numerous sectors, their significance shines particularly in investment banking , private equity, and corporate finance. In modern times, their usage has expanded, notably in sectors like investment banking and private equity , adapting to the dynamic needs of the financial industry.

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