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. According to the report, SF Index members acquired 566 Agents/Brokers in 2023, totaling $2.2B in agency and broker revenue.

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Broker Insurance Mergers and Acquisitions S&P 52

OfficeHours

AUGUST 23, 2023

Growth Equity (ex-TCV Investor) Webinar TOMORROW at 12PM ET! Come listen to Alice speak about her time recruiting as a Lazard IB Associate into TCV Growth Equity! Join us as Alice Shang shares her insights and journey TOMORROW 8/24 AT 12PM ET regarding her journey from Investment Banking to Growth Equity to Entrepreneurship.

Equities 130

Equities Recruitment Investment Banking Investment 130

Sun Acquisitions

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

If it makes financial sense and you understand the dilution aspect of selling equity and the potential interference from investors, then yes, go ahead. Whatever your motives for giving up part ownership in your company, there are things M&A brokers want you to be aware of. Selling equity – the good, the bad, the ugly.

Equities 52

Equities Business Broker Investors 52

How2Exit

APRIL 4, 2023

This is especially true for larger transactions, such as those involving private equity. Private equity firms get their money from investors, and when interest rates are high, they have to lower the multiple they pay in order to get the same return they did when interest rates were lower.

Business 130

Business Management Negotiation Sale 130

Sica Fletcher

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

In 2019, we closed the largest number of transactions ever for our firm, reflecting the increasingly robust M&A market for insurance brokers driven mainly by private equity sponsored brokerages. Sica | Fletcher is excited to keep with momentum going into 2020.

Insurance 52

Insurance M&A Private Equity Advisory 52

Sica Fletcher

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Q3 Index Reflects an Emphasis on Strategic Fit for Investors in 2023 NEW YORK, NY – November 8, 2023 - Sica | Fletcher releases the Q3 2023 Agency & Broker Buyer Index. The Sica | Fletcher Broker Buyer Index stands as the leading report on mergers and acquisitions within the insurance brokerage sector.

Broker 40

Broker M&A Insurance Mergers and Acquisitions 40

Sica Fletcher

MAY 13, 2024

Q1 2024 Agency and Broker Buyer Index Reveals a Dynamic Landscape for Insurance M&A NEW YORK, NY - May 13, 2024 - Sica | Fletcher releases the Q1 2024 Agency & Broker Buyer Index. The Sica | Fletcher Index is the leading report on mergers and acquisitions within the insurance brokerage sector.

Insurance 52

Insurance M&A Broker Mergers and Acquisitions 52

Sica Fletcher

AUGUST 5, 2024

YTD June 2024 Agency and Broker Buyer Index Shows a Steady Rise for M&As NEW YORK, NY – August 6, 2024 - Sica | Fletcher releases the Q2 2024 Agency & Broker Buyer Index. Private Equity-backed buyers maintain a dominant position in M&A activity, accounting for 87% of YTD June 2024 Index transactions.

M&A 52

M&A Broker Insurance Mergers and Acquisitions 52

Sica Fletcher

AUGUST 5, 2024

YTD June 2024 Agency and Broker Buyer Index Shows a Steady Rise for M&As NEW YORK, NY – August 5, 2024 - Sica | Fletcher releases the Q2 2024 Agency & Broker Buyer Index. Private Equity-backed buyers maintain a dominant position in M&A activity, accounting for 87% of YTD June 2024 Index transactions.

M&A 52

M&A Broker Insurance Mergers and Acquisitions 52

How2Exit

MARCH 19, 2023

Carrick went to work for a Wall Street brokerage firm and managed money for clients as a stock broker. This is why it is important to work with a broker or financial advisor who can help you understand the true value of your business and set realistic expectations. This is known as the micro private equity space.

Business 130

Business Broker Mergers and Acquisitions IT 130

Sica Fletcher

JUNE 10, 2020

More and more, we see private equity (PE) backed brokers emerging as the dominant buyers in the space. We are also the leading advisor to the private equity firms that are most interested in investing in insurance brokerages and in the private equity sponsored agencies that have been created in recent years.

Private Equity 52

Private Equity Insurance M&A Equities 52

Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 7, 2022

CSI is owned by private equity firm Argosy Capital based in Wayne, PA. The post Sun Acquisitions Announces the Sale of a Manufacturing, Distribution & E-Commerce Company appeared first on Sun Acquisitions | Chicago Business Broker and M&A Firm.

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Manufacturing Sale Acquisitions Mergers and Acquisitions 98

Sica Fletcher

AUGUST 30, 2023

Q2 Broker Buyer Index Shows a 16% Increase in Deal Volume Over Q1 2023 NEW YORK, NY - August 30, 2023 - Sica | Fletcher releases the Q2 2023 Agency & Broker Buyer Index. The Sica | Fletcher Agency & Broker Buyer Index is the most comprehensive report on insurance brokerage M&A activity in existence.

M&A 52

M&A Insurance Broker Private Equity 52

How2Exit

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

The company was founded by Peter Lerman, who stumbled into an opportunity to work part-time for a private equity firm while he was in graduate school. Additionally, Axial.com helps sellers find advisors and brokers to assist with the sale process.

Business 130

Business Sale Broker Discounted Cash Flow 130

Sun Acquisitions

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Private Equity Investment: Private equity firms can be strategic partners for mid-sized businesses looking to finance M&A transactions. In exchange for an equity stake in the company, private equity investors provide capital to fund acquisitions and support growth initiatives.

M&A 59

M&A Finance Finance Business 59

Sica Fletcher

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Every year, numerous insurance agency and broker principals attempt to sell their companies by being " Serial Daters". We are also the leading advisor to the private equity firms that are most interested in investing in insurance brokerages and in the private equity sponsored agencies that have been created in recent years.

Insurance 52

Insurance Private Equity Advisory Equities 52

How2Exit

JULY 8, 2024

His journey spans from co-founding a venture capital-funded startup to working closely with private equity firms as an independent sponsor. Nick Akers, in his conversation with Ronald Skelton on the How to Exit podcast, shares his extensive journey from a private equity pathway to embracing a structured search fund model.

IT 130

IT Mergers and Acquisitions Acquisitions Funds 130

How2Exit

JUNE 10, 2024

Throughout his career, he has been instrumental in underwriting IPOs for family-held businesses and tracking the evolution of private equity. The discussion dives deep into the evolution of the capital markets, the rise of private equity, and the intricate process behind selling a business.

Investment Banking 100

Investment Banking Business Investment Bank 100

Sica Fletcher

JULY 1, 2020

Update on Private Equity and Insurance Brokerages In our ,, previous article , we reported that the COVID-19 pandemic had not diminished the pace of mergers and acquisitions transactions we are seeing in the insurance agency and brokerage sector. Private equity firms continue to drive transaction pace and value.

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Private Equity Insurance Debt Equities 52

How2Exit

JULY 3, 2023

The speaker mentions that if the seller's main goal is to retire or spend more time with their family, a private equity firm may not be the right buyer. Private equity firms often require the seller to stay involved in the business for a certain period of time and may offer additional incentives to keep them engaged.

Mergers and Acquisitions 130

Mergers and Acquisitions Business Negotiation Private Equity 130

How2Exit

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

rn Key Takeaways: rn rn Off-market deals offer faster sales and avoid the lengthy process of working with brokers. rn rn Quotes: rn rn "Off-market deals often offer a faster sell and avoid the lengthy process of working with brokers." Off-market deals refer to opportunities that are not listed by brokers or on public websites.

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Negotiation Broker Business Private Equity 100

IBG

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

From among the three major categories of business buyers , private equity groups (PEGs) are currently the most active purchasers of mid-market companies, and the majority of PEG acquisitions are part of what is commonly known as an “industry roll-up” – a merger of multiple companies in the same market or vertical.

Business 52

Business Private Equity Mergers and Acquisitions Equities 52

Sun Acquisitions

JANUARY 17, 2023

1. Hire a Business Broker. Business brokers are experts who specialize in assisting business owners and investors to sell or buy companies. As a seller, brokers have the expertise and experience to help you find potential buyers, negotiate terms of the sale, and handle all the various paperwork that’s involved.

Healthcare 52

Healthcare Business Broker Private Equity 52

Sica Fletcher

JUNE 2, 2020

First, these brokers each have growth strategies whose success is measured by the expansion of revenues and EBITDA. Furthermore, as we have reported in previous blogs, these agencies already had their equity and debt capital lined up before the full force of the pandemic hit. There are two principal reasons.

Insurance 52

Insurance Broker Private Equity M&A 52

How2Exit

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Juan has a background in finance and technology, and he has experience in investment banking and private equity. rn They pre-approve a lot of deals from various brokers and have funded over 30 buyers so far. rn Boopos looks at the quality of revenues and financial metrics when evaluating businesses for funding.

Funds 130

Funds Business Mergers and Acquisitions Finance 130

Sun Acquisitions

JUNE 15, 2023

TOPS is owned by private equity firm Atlas Holdings, which is based in Greenwich, CT. The post Sun Acquisitions Announces Successful Buy-Side Campaign for TOPS Products appeared first on Sun Acquisitions | Chicago Business Broker and M&A Firm. If you are interested in buying or selling a business, click here to contact us.

Acquisitions 52

Acquisitions Mergers and Acquisitions Advisory Middle Market 52

Sica Fletcher

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

As the advisory firm that executes by far the largest number of mergers and acquisitions transactions for insurance agents and brokers, and with our deep experience and contacts within the private equity community, we have a better vantage point on what is going on than most others. Or will the multiples decrease?

Insurance 52

Insurance M&A Mergers and Acquisitions Private Equity 52

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. Barring extenuating circumstances, 100% of the “value” of the equity is usually paid at the closing of the transaction.

Private Equity 52

Private Equity Insurance Equities Management 52

How2Exit

APRIL 10, 2023

To do this, they work with registered broker-dealers that are legally able to raise money on behalf of companies. They also partner with other broker-dealers in the United States and have a chaperone broker-dealer arrangement which allows foreign broker-dealers to have oversight of American broker-dealers when working in the US.

Capital 130

Capital Investors Investment Broker 130

How2Exit

OCTOBER 23, 2023

He faced challenges in finding a suitable accounting firm to purchase, as many brokers were hesitant to work with him due to his lack of CPA credentials. Brokers may not always be the best route, and direct outreach can yield promising results. Undeterred, he took matters into his own hands and conducted a cold email outreach campaign.

Accountant 130

Accountant Shares Mergers and Acquisitions Acquisitions 130

Sun Acquisitions

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Venture Capital and Private Equity For buyers seeking substantial financing, venture capital and private equity firms can be attractive options. Financial literacy empowers buyers to navigate the complexities of equity investment, such as equity dilution and exit strategies. SBA Loans The U.S.

Education 59

Education Finance Finance Acquisitions 59

Lake Country Advisors

JULY 5, 2022

We are the leading business brokers and M&A business advisors in Wisconsin and have helped many business owners with a smooth exit strategy and successful transactions. We are experienced business brokers who understand how to close mergers and acquisitions deals in various industries quickly.

M&A 52

M&A Mergers and Acquisitions Broker Mergers 52

Sun Acquisitions

DECEMBER 16, 2022

1. Engage a Business Broker. Wise sellers hire a business broker to facilitate the transaction. An experienced broker will. With a seasoned broker in your corner, you’ll avoid some of the common rookie selling mistakes. That’s why having an experienced broker is so invaluable. 6. Closing the Sale.

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Business Broker Negotiation 52

Sun Acquisitions

OCTOBER 5, 2022

54% of brokers say it takes anywhere from 6 to 11 months for a business to sell. Step 4: Hire a qualified business broker. It can be tough to sell a private business fast without assistance from an experienced business broker. Now, how to select a business broker ? What should you be looking for? For example.

Business 52

Business Broker Valuation Sale 52

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. Securities transactions conducted by FOCUS Securities LLC, an affiliated company, registered Broker Dealer member FINRA/SIPC.

Investment Banking 52

Investment Banking M&A Banking Bank 52

Sun Acquisitions

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

MSP is a portfolio company of Persistence Capital Partners, the leading private equity fund exclusively focused on high-growth opportunities in the healthcare field. appeared first on Sun Acquisitions | Chicago Business Broker and M&A Firm. Additional information on MSP is available at www.medspapartners.com.

Sale 52

Sale Acquisitions Mergers and Acquisitions Medical 52

Sica Fletcher

APRIL 17, 2020

Many PE-backed Insurance Brokers Secured Sizable Loans Immediately Prior to the Crisis Over the past several years, the demand for high yield debt issued by private equity (PE) backed insurance brokers has been extremely strong. To provide you with some color on what has happened, a little recent history is in order.

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Debt Insurance M&A Broker 52