Sector trends - September 2023: Brokers/Corporate Finance
JD Supra: Mergers
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Pan-European banks, including Mediobanca and Deutsche Bank, seek senior dealmaker bench strength through high profile acquisitions. By: White & Case LLP
Corporate Finance Jobs: Cozy Careers, But Bad “Plan B” Options
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. In my view, corporate finance jobs are not ideal “stepping stone roles.”
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Sam Turner's Journey from Corporate Finance to Building an Empire of Small Businesses
How2Exit
APRIL 15, 2024
b' E204: Sam Turner's Journey from Corporate Finance to Building an Empire of Small Businesses - Watch Here rn rn About the Guest(s): rn Sam Turner, from the UK, is an experienced professional with a 22-year career in the travel industry.
KOTRA New York Partners with MergersCorp to Elevate Korean Business Opportunities in M&A and Corporate Finance
MergersCorp M&A International
DECEMBER 2, 2024
New York, NY – The Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) in New York is excited to announce its strategic partnership with MergersCorp M&A International, an american leading investment banking and advisory firm specializing in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and corporate finance.
Project Finance vs. Corporate Finance: Careers, Recruiting, Financial Modeling, and More
Mergers and Inquisitions
MAY 29, 2024
With the craze over renewable energy and infrastructure over the past few years, we’ve received more and more questions about Project Finance vs. Corporate Finance. And yes, coincidentally, we have a new Project Finance & Infrastructure Modeling course. social infrastructure (hospitals, schools, etc.),
MergersCorp M&A International Launches First Ever Global Mergers and Acquisitions Franchising Program
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.
12 Concepts We Can Learn From MID Market M&A to use on SMBs from How2Exit's Interview W/ John Carvalho
How2Exit
JULY 23, 2023
Visit [link] Key Takeaways: Focus is important in the mergers and acquisitions space to ensure the best outcomes. Corporate acquirers have advantages in terms of trust and the ability to execute acquisition strategies. Buyers should make fair offers and be proactive in their acquisition strategies. (57:31)
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Why Accurate Financials are Key to Success in Buying, Selling, and Valuing Businesses
How2Exit
OCTOBER 7, 2024
E247: Why Accurate Financials are Key to Success in Buying, Selling, and Valuing Businesses - Watch Here About the Guest(s): Ryan Hutchins is an accomplished entrepreneur and expert in the field of mergers and acquisitions. In the fast-paced world of mergers and acquisitions, the role of business valuation cannot be underestimated.
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M&A Through The Eyes of The Strategic Acquirer with Scott Kaeser
How2Exit
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
With over 15 years of experience in corporate development and mergers and acquisitions, Scott specializes in acquiring and integrating security companies into Tarian Security's portfolio. He discusses his background in corporate finance and management consulting, and how he got started in the security industry.
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Vertical Merger Integration: Definition, Legal, and Regulatory Considerations
Peak Frameworks
MAY 2, 2024
If you're interested in breaking into finance, check out our Private Equity Course and Investment Banking Course , which help thousands of candidates land top jobs every year. Anti-trust Issues: Especially in North America, regulatory scrutiny can delay or derail mergers that significantly alter market dynamics.
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10-11-2023 Newsletter: How to win in Investment Banking? From Analyst to VP
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. Balancing a professional and personal life can be difficult. How do you balance your work and personal life?
FOCUS Investment Banking Represents Chenega Corporation in its Acquisition of SecuriGence LLC
Focus Investment Banking
JUNE 7, 2024
Washington, DC (June 7, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, announced today that Chenega Corporation (“Chenega”) has acquired SecuriGence LLC.
M&A 101: 5 key things many business leaders don’t know
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.
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FOCUS Investment Banking Represents CORE Industrial Partners in its Acquisition of MSK Precision Products, Inc.
Focus Investment Banking
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
The platform includes the acquisitions of GEM Manufacturing, Coining MFG, National Manufacturing Co. Download this press release as a PDF The post FOCUS Investment Banking Represents CORE Industrial Partners in its Acquisition of MSK Precision Products, Inc. Ditron Inc. and now, MSK. appeared first on FOCUS.
FOCUS Investment Banking Represents CORE Industrial Partners in its Acquisition of National Manufacturing Co, Inc.
Focus Investment Banking
MAY 31, 2024
Download this press release as a PDF The post FOCUS Investment Banking Represents CORE Industrial Partners in its Acquisition of National Manufacturing Co, Inc. These testimonials may not be representative of the experience of all clients; testimonials are not a guarantee of future performance or success. appeared first on FOCUS.
FOCUS Investment Banking Represents The LABRADOR Group in its acquisition of Argyle
Focus Investment Banking
JUNE 8, 2023
Argyle’s client list includes the world’s top corporate issuers and comprises a meaningful share of the Fortune 50, 100, 250, and 500 such as Coca-Cola, HP, Citi, Walmart, 3M, Levi’s. This acquisition represents a decisive step in the Group’s growth. Joining LABRADOR is an obvious choice on a human and strategic level.
FOCUS Investment Banking Represents CORE Industrial Partners in its Acquisition of Coining Manufacturing and Precision Machine Products
Focus Investment Banking
JULY 20, 2023
We believe these acquisitions are compelling additions to the GEM platform, and we look forward to pursuing additional inorganic growth opportunities.” Above all else, our talented and highly experienced employees have been the key to our consistent growth over the last decade,” said John Lipari, Sr., director and owner of Coining and PMP.
Earnouts: Sometimes a “Bridge” Too Far
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.
FOCUS Investment Banking Advises Four States Tire & Service in Sale to Les Schwab Tire Centers
Focus Investment Banking
DECEMBER 13, 2024
This acquisition underscores Les Schwabs commitment to expanding its footprint while maintaining the high standards that both organizations are known for. We are proud to have facilitated this partnership, which creates value for all stakeholders involved.
Aaron Solganick was recognized on the annual Leaders of Influence: Investment Bankers 2023 – Los Angeles Business Journal
Solganick & Co.
NOVEMBER 23, 2023
in 2009 to focus exclusively on completing mergers and acquisitions of software and technology services companies. Riley Securities and was a Vice President of Investment Banking for KPMG Corporate Finance. For more information, please contact us. He launched the investment bank Solganick & Co.
FOCUS Investment Banking Represents SUCCESS Computer Consulting in its Sale to L Squared Capital Partners
Focus Investment Banking
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Through the acquisition of SUCCESS, Netrio, and PCA Technology Group (PCA), L Squared has been able to complete the creation of its Managed IT Services Platform, Netrio. Its initial acquisition, SUCCESS, closed in January of 2024.
FOCUS Investment Banking Represents East Coast Retina, PA in its Sale to Retina Consultants of America
Focus Investment Banking
JUNE 20, 2023
With Eric and Andy at FOCUS helping me through this daunting merger process, I felt confident I was in the strongest position possible,” said Dr. Phillips. In partnering with RCA, East Coast Retina joins other premier retina groups in a collaborative, patient-first environment.
Into Legals? Tips for Navigating the Final Stages
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.
FOCUS Investment Banking Represents TSR, Inc. in its Sale to Vienna Parent Corporation, an affiliate company of BCforward
Focus Investment Banking
JULY 3, 2024
Currently, BC forward employs more than 5,000 people globally and serves multi-national clients in the finance, life science, technology, healthcare and government sectors. TSR, Vienna Parent and Vienna Acquisition are affiliates of, and under common control with, BC forward. premium to TSR’s closing price on May 14, 2024.
Benchmark International Winner at the Insider Media North West Dealmakers Awards 2023
Benchmark International
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Benchmark International is delighted to announce that it has won Mid-Market Corporate Finance Team of the Year at the Insider Media North West Dealmakers Awards 2023.
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Ownership Transfer Issues in the Sale of Professional Services Firms
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. As we explained how the acquisition would work, the younger partners sat in stunned silence. But not all founders/senior partners are so generous.
FOCUS Investment Banking Represents MasterStream in its Sale to Connectbase
Focus Investment Banking
JANUARY 5, 2024
The acquisition enables Connectbase to expand and accelerate its channel offerings post-acquisition to further empower the ease of connectivity buying and selling for service providers, trusted advisors and the entire digital infrastructure and services ecosystem. FOCUS advised MasterStream in this transaction.
Will There Be an IPO for a Specialty Consulting Company in 2024?
Focus Investment Banking
JANUARY 18, 2024
About the only new entrant to the public markets has been KLDiscovery, a provider of e-discovery, information governance and data recovery services, which went public via a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) transaction in 2020. Kelly Kittrell has more than 30 years of merger & acquisition and corporate finance experience.
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What is the Risk to Companies that get Left Behind in the Photonics Industry Consolidation?
Focus Investment Banking
NOVEMBER 19, 2023
Strategic buyers and private equity funds have ample capital available to them and have accelerated their acquisitions of photonics companies at historically high valuations. Frequently, acquisitions offer a better overall equity outcome than the “grow and sell later” strategy. DOWNLOAD THE FULL ARTICLE.
FOCUS Investment Banking Welcomes New Chief Business Development Officer
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.
Bob Bicksler Joins FOCUS Investment Banking
Focus Investment Banking
JUNE 9, 2023
Washington, DC, (June 9, 2023) – FOCUS Investment Banking , a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, announced today that Bob Bicksler has joined FOCUS as a Senior Advisor who will focus primarily on the photonics industry.
FOCUS Investment Banking Welcomes New Managing Directors, Expanding Southeast and Midwest Presence
Focus Investment Banking
AUGUST 15, 2023
Washington, DC, (August 15, 2023) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture and corporate finance services, announced today that it has added two new managing directors, Mike McCraw and William R. Bill”) Snow.
FOCUS Investment Banking Named a Top 25 Investment Bank for Lower Middle Market M&A in Q2 2024
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.
FOCUS Investment Banking Named a Top 25 Investment Bank for Lower Middle Market M&A in Q1 2024
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.
FOCUS Investment Banking Named a Top Technology Industry M&A Advisor
Focus Investment Banking
MARCH 19, 2024
Washington, DC, (March 19, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, has been recognized as a leading M&A advisor in the technology services industry by Axial, the trusted deal platform serving the lower middle market.
FOCUS Investment Banking Represents Accutron in its Sale to Foxhole Group
Focus Investment Banking
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Washington, DC, (October 15, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, announced today that Accutron Inc. FOCUS represented Accutron in this transaction.
How to Accurately Calculate Gross Margins (and Understanding Their Importance) at Professional Services Firms
Focus Investment Banking
JANUARY 22, 2024
Finally, if the owners of the business are also in a client service role and are not paying themselves a market rate for their salary, Gross Profit (and EBITDA) will be overstated, especially for how the business will be accounted for as part of an acquisition. Contact Kelly at Kelly.Kittrell@focusbankers.com.
Why Investment Banking? How to Answer the Most Boring But Persistent Interview Question of All Time
Mergers and Inquisitions
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Another example: “I got interested in deals when I was trading stocks last year, and one of them, [Company Name] , was affected by an acquisition offer by [Acquirer Name] that was announced but then canceled. Corporate Banking : You like client relationships and deal processes but want to do more than just debt-related deals.
FOCUS Investment Banking Named a Top Consumer Industry M&A Advisor
Focus Investment Banking
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Washington, DC, (October 2, 2023) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, has been recognized as a leading M&A advisor in the consumer industry.
FOCUS Investment Banking Represents Dulles Eye Associates in its Partnership with ReFocus Eye Health
Focus Investment Banking
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Washington, DC, (September 27, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, announced today that Dulles Eye Associates has joined ReFocus Eye Health as a supported practice.
FOCUS Investment Banking Represents Mid-Michigan ENT in its Partnership with Align ENT + Allergy
Focus Investment Banking
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Washington, DC, (September 27, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, announced today that Mid-Michigan ENT , a leading private practice in East Lansing, Michigan, has joined Align ENT + Allergy (“Align”) as (..)
FOCUS Investment Banking Represents Absolute Collision Center in its Sale to Classic Collision, LLC
Focus Investment Banking
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Washington, DC, (September 12, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, announced today that Absolute Collision Center has been acquired by Classic Collision, LLC , a leading national multi-site collision repair operator.
FOCUS Investment Banking Named a Top Industrials Sector M&A Advisor
Focus Investment Banking
JUNE 21, 2024
Washington, DC, (June 21, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, has been recognized as a leading M&A advisor in the industrials sector.
Cole Strandberg Named Managing Director
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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