Growth Business

JULY 17, 2024

Angel investors A business angel is someone who quite often has a background in business or finance, and has funds to invest in businesses. Look at the case studies on a corporate finance website and you will very quickly get an idea of whether they are a good fit for your company.

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Growth Business

JANUARY 29, 2024

By Jeannette Linfoot on Growth Business - Your gateway to entrepreneurial success Mergers and acquisitions (M&As) are essential in the corporate world, as companies buy and sell each other to expand their businesses and increase profitability. Often, one of the most neglected sides of due diligence is HR.

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Global Banking & Finance

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Remember the days when full-time corporate accountants and clerks occupied beige cubicle farms in businesses across the country? Those days are going the way of the fax machine. In C-suites across the country, CFOs are being asked a new question: “Your department has grown; but has it evolved?”

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OfficeHours

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Date: Friday, October 13, 2023 Time: 12:00 pm ET Polly Helvacioglu began her career working part-time as an Insurance Broker Analyst whilst completing studies for her Master’s in Finance at Hult International Business School.

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Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 17, 2025

Washington, DC (January 17, 2024) FOCUS Investment Banking (FOCUS), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, announced today that Stillwater Technologies LLC (Stillwater) has been acquired by ReNEW Manufacturing Solutions (ReNEW).

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How2Exit

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

b' E163: M&A Through The Eyes of The Strategic Acquirer with Scott Kaeser - Watch Here rn rn Sponsor: rn rn Reconciled provides industry-leading virtual bookkeeping and accounting services for busy business owners and entrepreneurs across the US. Their team is experienced in M&A, and they hire the best talent available.

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Peak Frameworks

JUNE 21, 2023

In the world of business, partnerships have long been a cornerstone of successful commerce. At its core, a business , partnership is a legally recognized form of business operation where two or more individuals share ownership. In return, each partner shares in the profits and losses of the business.

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Global Banking & Finance

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Kevin joins as Director and Head of Deal Advisory and brings with him a wealth of experience and knowledge, having worked in senior finance roles in industry across a variety of sectors in the UK and US. Accountants Mercer & Hole has today announced the appointment of Kevin Paget. Since 2008, Kevin has focused his […]

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Peak Frameworks

OCTOBER 30, 2023

A business structure outlines the framework and dynamic in which a business operates. A business structure is also commonly regarded as a business entity or legal structure. Simply put, a business structure is the format or model a business adopts based on its goals, size, type of business, and more.

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MergersCorp M&A International

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

” “The photovoltaic plants that will be built and made operational based on this virtuous partnership will allow for the production of gigawatts of energy sufficient to meet the needs of numerous businesses and families, utilizing green sources.

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Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Washington, DC, (October 10, 2023) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture and corporate finance services, announced today that Paul Waters has joined the firm as Chief Business Development Officer. Merrill Lynch.

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Sun Acquisitions

JUNE 15, 2022

How much is your business worth? Business valuation, according to the Corporate Finance Institute , is the “process of determining the present value of a company or an asset.”. It’s not how much you think or hope the business is worth. Your business’ capital structure makeup. Future earnings. Company assets.

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Solganick & Co.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

was recognized on the annual 2023 Leaders of Influence: Investment Bankers by the Los Angeles Business Journal Here is the full article: Los Angeles Business Journal – Leaders of Influence Aaron Solganick Aaron Solganick is a high energy and experienced technology investment banker with an entrepreneurial spirit.

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Peak Frameworks

MAY 17, 2023

Revenue is the lifeblood of any business. It can be derived from various sources, including the sale of goods, provision of services, or other business activities. Understanding these financial intricacies is crucial in the world of corporate finance. What is Revenue? To illustrate, Apple Inc.,

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OfficeHours

MAY 24, 2023

Investment banks like to source their candidates from top educational institutions and business schools. While a degree in finance, economics, or related fields is highly sought after, investment banks will hire candidates with a diversity of backgrounds, especially in STEM fields.

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Benchmark International

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Having been involved in hundreds of mid-market transactions, Roger Forshaw – Director and fully qualified ICAEW Corporate Finance professional – highlights some recurring themes that are key to ensuring a smooth process from entering exclusivity through to completion.

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How2Exit

JULY 23, 2023

Ron Sponsor: Reconciled provides industry-leading virtual bookkeeping and accounting services for busy business owners and entrepreneurs across the US. Hands-on experience in acquiring and selling businesses can make one a better advisor. Their team is experienced in M&A, and they hire the best talent available.

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Software Equity Group

JANUARY 8, 2024

By enabling them to understand trends, set realistic goals, and measure their performance against their competitors, benchmarking can support leaders in charting a successful SaaS growth strategy and scaling their businesses, ultimately helping them prepare for future mergers and acquisitions. Used by accounting and finance departments.

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Focus Investment Banking

MARCH 17, 2024

In the realm of Consulting businesses, where the primary assets are often intangible—knowledge, relationships, and expertise—maintaining these assets post-acquisition is paramount for buyers. Kelly Kittrell has more than 30 years of merger & acquisition and corporate finance experience. What could have salvaged this deal?

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TM Capital

JULY 17, 2024

We are excited about Ashton joining TM Capital as we continue to grow our sell-side business with private equity sponsors. Ashton Gillespie joins TM Capital from Deloitte Corporate Finance where she led sponsor coverage for the U.S.

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The TRADE

JANUARY 31, 2024

Abhay Kumar Sinha has been named co-head of credit trading, Asia Pacific at Barclays, set to lead the credit business alongside James Roberts. Speaking to the appointment, Hossein Zaimi, head of markets for APAC, said: “We are excited to welcome Abhay who brings with him a unique blend of leadership and market acumen.

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OfficeHours

AUGUST 9, 2023

Private equity involves investing capital directly into private businesses that are not publicly traded on stock exchanges (that would be a hedge fund). As further discussed below, private equity firms raise funds from institutional investors and use these funds to acquire ownership stakes in businesses.

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Beyond M&A

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Transform : The business operates with less ‘obvious’ issues and can present a their firm in it’s best light. This preliminary process would be broken down into phases: Access & Challenge : Initially identify the glaring issues. This approach offers a win-win outcome for both founders and investors.

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Peak Frameworks

MAY 23, 2023

The strength of any business decision lies in the quality of its underlying analysis. The beauty of SWOT lies in its ability to juxtapose internal factors (strengths and weaknesses) with external circumstances (opportunities and threats), providing a holistic view of the business environment.

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Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Its principles of universality, rationality, and morality serve as guiding lights for professionals navigating the intricate paths of investment, banking, and corporate finance. Conclusion Natural Law, despite originating from ancient philosophy, holds unparalleled relevance in today's financial world.

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Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 28, 2024

I remember an acquisition I worked on where there were senior partners with control nearing retirement and several younger partners who each owned minority stakes in the business. To help the process go along, the senior partners had arranged a $25 million loan to the business to pay for the buyout.

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Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 22, 2024

If you’re considering the sale of your consulting or professional services business, you should understand that buyers will be examining your Gross Margin as an indicator of the value of your firm. So, business owners often try to show the highest margin possible. The bigger that gap, the bigger the Gross Margin.

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Focus Investment Banking

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Washington, DC, (September 16, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking , a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, would like to congratulate Cole Strandberg on his promotion to Managing Director within its Automotive Aftermarket group.

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M&A Leadership Council

OCTOBER 1, 2024

As an executive team member, she provides strategic oversight of the organization’s financial, legal, HR, and corporate and client operations, ensuring resiliency and stability across all divisions. Prior to Epic Aviation, Marla served as Senior Vice President of Finance at Atlantic Aviation.

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Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 18, 2024

The business we know today as Kroll, when it was previously known as Duff & Phelps, went private in 2013, selling to Carlyle Group and other investment partners. But there are some specialty consulting businesses that have grown dramatically under PE ownership over the last four or five years.

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OfficeHours

AUGUST 20, 2023

Private equity involves investing capital directly into private businesses that are not publicly traded on stock exchanges (that would be a hedge fund). As further discussed below, private equity firms raise funds from institutional investors and use these funds to acquire ownership stakes in businesses.

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The TRADE

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Abhay Kumar Sinha was named co-head of credit trading, Asia Pacific at Barclays, set to lead the credit business alongside James Roberts. He also led Deutsche Bank’s corporate financing business in India and contributed heavily to the development of the bank’s structured finance business across south and southeast Asia.

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Focus Investment Banking

JULY 25, 2024

Washington, DC, (July 25, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services is honored to again be named among the Top 25 Lower Middle Market Investment Banks of Q2 2024 by Axial.

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Focus Investment Banking

APRIL 26, 2024

Washington, DC, (April 26, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services is honored to be named among the Top 25 Lower Middle Market Investment Banks of Q1 2024 by Axial. Download this press release as a PDF

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MergersCorp M&A International

MARCH 31, 2024

MergersCorp™ M&A International leading advisory brand, offering Investment Banking services with focus on Cross Border Mergers and Acquisitions and Corporate Finance to clients across the world is excited to announce the launch of its highly anticipated franchising program.

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Viking Mergers & Acquisitions

MAY 9, 2023

He says it was a good way to grow up, but anxious to experience what life might offer outside of a small country town, Reed left to study business at the University of Tennessee. A few years later, Reed left the financial services industry to start his own business in Nashville. “I You understand corporate finance.

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Focus Investment Banking

MAY 28, 2024

Marsh Automotive Group consists of eight new automotive franchises and several ancillary businesses, including a collision center, an independent auto service center, a proprietary brand used car center, and a used vehicle reconditioning and detail center. Serra Automotive is a leader in the automotive community and ranks 12 th in the U.S.,

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