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FOCUS Investment Banking and FOCUS Capital Partners Strengthen Ties Alongside Ownership Transition

Focus Investment Banking

By combining our resources, expertise, and networks, were positioning ourselves as a leading global player in middle-market M&A and capital raising. FOCUS Investment Banking is well-known for its tailored approach to M&A, capital raises, and strategic advisory services.

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LENS for ScaleUps Program – Free Virtual Data Room

Beyond M&A

Beyond M&A is committed to helping firms in the capital-raising process work securely and efficiently. T&Cs Please read the Full Terms & Conditions for further information. Learn about our LENS for ScaleUps Firms program, eligibility criteria, and how to apply.

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Capital Raise Blog Series - Vol 9 Strategies to Raise Capital

RKJ Partners

By shopping all available types and sources of capital, the CFO and entrepreneur are armed with the information necessary to make the best possible decision. The most common approach to investment banking is for an advisor to be paid more to raise equity than debt.

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As the generative AI craze rages on, Ramp acquires customer support startup Cohere.io

TechCrunch: M&A

Founded in 2020, New York-based Cohere.io (not to be confused with Cohere, another AI startup that recently raised capital ) raised $3.1 million in a seed funding round led by Initialized Capital, later tacking on another $400,000 in funding. Got a news tip or inside information about a topic we covered?

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Nutritics Acquires Ten Kites

Focus Investment Banking

Nutritics was founded in 2013 by brothers Damian and Ciarán O’Kelly after they spotted a gap in the market for a detailed and accessible database of food information. Ten Kites was founded in 2013 by Stuart Wilson to provide the food industry with tools that publish accurate and up to date allergen information to menu pages.

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Unlocking Business Exits with ESOPs: Exit Strong with Employee Ownership with Michael Bannon

How2Exit

At CSG, he specializes in ESOPs, working intimately with clients to quarterback ESOP transactions, including analysis, capital raise, negotiation, and closing across various industries. rn rn rn Notable Quotes: rn rn rn "An ESOP is a qualified retirement plan that allows employees to earn shares in their employer." rn rn rn ".as

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How much equity should you give away when taking investment for growth?

Growth Business

By carefully considering these factors, you can make an informed decision that sets your business on the path to success. The key ones are: Company valuation: Your current valuation will impact how much equity a given investment represents.