Mergers and Inquisitions

MARCH 13, 2024

Some argue that GE offers the best of both worlds: the opportunity to fund innovation and growth – as in venture capital – plus the ability to limit downside risk and invest in proven companies – as in private equity. The Top Growth Equity Firms Why Did Growth Equity Get So Popular?

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Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 8, 2025

Washington, DC, (January 8, 2025) FOCUS Investment Banking, a leading middle-market investment banking firm, is pleased to announce that Bob Lipton has joined the firm as a Managing Director in the Human Capital Management (HCM) team. FOCUS Investment Banking specializes in middle-market transactions across a wide range of industries.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

JULY 3, 2024

When firms kicked off the on-cycle private equity recruiting process in June this year, before IB Analysts had even started their training , some people were shocked. based candidates in New York aiming for PE roles at mega-funds and upper-middle-market funds. interview and hire candidates ~1.5 – 2.0+

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Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The tire industry has experienced a surge in interest from private equity firms seeking to acquire tire dealerships. Several factors contribute to this phenomenon: Profit Potential: Private equity firms are attracted to the tire industry due to its resilience and steady profitability.

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Focus Investment Banking

DECEMBER 26, 2023

The 6th annual Midwest M&A/Private Equity Forum sponsored by the Thomson Reuters Institute was held in early December in Columbus, Ohio, and for your humble correspondent, this was not only my second time as one of the participants, but my first time as a moderator of a panel! More on that later.

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OfficeHours

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Check out our Private Equity Curriculum Celebrating 10/31 with LIMITED ACCESS to $10.31 Our flagship program has placed mentees into most major private equity firms since launching in 2020. EB) “ You guys are like the new WSO — WSO is full of trollers anyway, really tough to get access to any validated information.”

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How2Exit

OCTOBER 14, 2024

E248: Setting Yourself Up for Success: Essential Steps, Tips, and Strategies for a Profitable Exit - Watch Here About the Guest(s): Kip Wallen is a seasoned M&A attorney with over a decade of experience in live mergers and acquisitions deals, primarily within the lower middle market, involving transactions up to $50 million.

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Focus Investment Banking

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

At this year’s West Coast M&A/Private Equity Forum, which took place on September 28th in East Palo Alto, those differences were on full display. But AI is only as good as the information being poured into it, and to that end, most AI engines utilize data from a few years ago. But “intelligence”?

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

OCTOBER 22, 2024

If you go out to market, your most likely buyer will be a private equity (PE) group. By understanding the factors that draw PE groups to this sector, you can make an informed decision about the best pathway to success for your company.​

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TKO Miller

JUNE 21, 2023

TKO Miller, LLC, a middle-market investment banking firm based in Milwaukee, WI, announced three new additions to its team. Prior to joining TKO Miller, Jack was a private equity intern at Summit Group, where he assisted with the execution of multiple acquisitions in the lower-middle market.

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OfficeHours

JULY 4, 2023

Going to keep today rather simple — we want to celebrate and kick off the second half of the year with a simple offer for the first 10 people that take advantage of the below — PE Platform Access for $225 OFF = $74 out of pocket for lifetime access Our flagship program has placed mentees into most major private equity firms since launching in 2020.

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OfficeHours

JULY 8, 2023

Private equity giants are still racing to fill 2024 associate seats. Private equity giants are still racing to fill 2024 associate seats. Private equity recruiting season is back following a disappointing round that caught many junior bankers flat-footed last August. What firms should you focus on?

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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. For more information, visit www.focusbankers.com.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 10, 2025

Whether you're a SaaS founder contemplating a strategic sale, a private equity firm seeking a bolt-on acquisition, or a CEO navigating unsolicited interest, choosing the right M&A advisor is a critical decision one that should be informed by more than just brand recognition.

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The Deal

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

On the latest episode of Behind the Buyouts, Investcorp SA head of North American private equity David Tayeh discusses the New York-based firm’s strategy around backing middle market businesses that cater to “needs versus wants.”

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TKO Miller

MAY 11, 2023

EV/EBITDA) Source: TKO Miller's Proprietary Middle Market Packaging Index The BUZZ Around ChatGPT: But is it Accurate? This includes using transparent packaging to showcase the ingredients and nutritional information. ChatGPT is all the buzz. You see it in the news and cringe when you see kids using it to do their schoolwork.

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OfficeHours

JULY 11, 2023

The organization that administers these tests, FINRA, has a lot of information on its website about what the different exams are, what they each cover, and what you can do with each certification once you pass. You can get into a proper upper-middle-market PE shop quite nicely from management consulting and investment banking alike.

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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. For more information, visit www.focusbankers.com.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 9, 2025

Whether you're a SaaS founder contemplating a strategic sale, a private equity firm seeking a bolt-on acquisition, or a CEO navigating unsolicited interest, choosing the right M&A advisor is a critical decision one that should be informed by more than just brand recognition.

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Solganick & Co.

MARCH 11, 2022

Following a record-setting 2021 for lower middle market software M&A, the Software Top 50 highlights the most active software-focused dealmakers on the Axial platform. “Public market software company valuations have been battered starting in November of 2021. . March 11, 2022 – Solganick & Co.

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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. For more information, visit www.ccabalt.com or call 410.537.5988.

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How2Exit

OCTOBER 2, 2023

David wisely notes that these multiples are specific to the Main Street segment, and he distinguishes this from the lower Middle Market segment, where multiples can range from 3.2x rn Key Takeaways: Knowledge is Power rn David wraps up the episode by emphasizing the importance of being informed and prepared.

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How2Exit

JULY 23, 2023

This presents an opportunity for corporate acquirers to play a significant role in the market. 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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Mergers and Inquisitions

MAY 10, 2023

Among the elite boutiques , Evercore has the strongest presence in Singapore, and Rothschild also works on many deals, mostly in the middle-market space. If you focus on the capital markets , you’ll still see some of these names (e.g., Lazard also used to be active but has since shut down its Southeast Asia M&A practice.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

JUNE 21, 2023

Among the other banks, HSBC usually makes a strong showing, most middle-market banks are barely present, and the other elite boutiques (Evercore, Lazard, etc.) Some of these firms offer internships or off-cycle roles , but there’s not much information about most of them. are much less active. 7,200 | U.K.: 3,200 | U.K.: ~500

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Focus Investment Banking

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

For restaurant owners seeking capital or an exit, there is ample dry powder in the private equity markets – upwards of $3 trillion, a near record amount. While some restaurant chains are candidates for private equity transactions, others are targets for strategic buyers.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

APRIL 8, 2024

In 2020, Clarendon Capital, a private equity firm specializing in transportation, logistics , and distribution, invested in Allstates WorldCargo to enhance service offerings and accelerate growth within the transportation industry. For more information, visit www. allstates-worldcargo.com. acquired by Allstates WorldCargo, Inc.,

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Tyton Partners

JANUARY 18, 2024

Higher Education Transactions The Higher Education market continues to grapple with the reality of a declining enrollment forecast, decreasing value proposition due to the volume of job-specific courses and certifications available to students, and lessening degree requirements from many employers.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

APRIL 5, 2023

Sovereign Wealth Fund Strategies Sovereign wealth funds can invest in almost anything, from equities to fixed income to real estate, infrastructure, private equity, hedge funds, and more. Some other large funds might also qualify; unfortunately, there’s little information available on most of them. If you are a U.S.

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Focus Investment Banking

MARCH 3, 2024

I’ve been doing transactions in the automotive aftermarket since helping America’s Service Station’s private equity owner sell 30 stores in Texas in 2002 to a strategic buyer. The first is Private Capital Markets by Rob Slee (John Wiley & Sons: 2011). And that’s all it took to become an investment banker.

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Focus Investment Banking

JULY 28, 2023

In the ever-evolving automotive industry, the market for parts and accessories is constantly adapting to meet the changing demands of consumers. As we move further into 2023, it is crucial for businesses and investors to stay informed about the current outlook for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in this sector.

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The Deal

JUNE 23, 2023

The recent purchase of Riverbed Technology LLC reflects a burgeoning niche for middle-market technology turnaround investor Vector Capital Management LP: buying companies from lenders who converted debt to equity through reorganizations.

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Solganick & Co.

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Solganick served as the exclusive advisor to Orlando, FL-based Pandera Systems , LLC (“Pandera Systems” or “Pandera”) in its strategic merger with Chicago, IL-based 66degrees (“66degrees”), backed by growth-oriented private equity firm Sunstone Partners. For more information, visit sunstonepartners.com About Solganick & Co.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 16, 2025

For founders, CEOs, and investors, understanding the evolving valuation landscape is not just a matter of pricingit's a strategic imperative that informs everything from capital raises to exit timing. While the market has cooled from its speculative highs, this recalibration is not necessarily bad news.

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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. About Periculum Capital Company, LLC Periculum is a leading investment and merchant banking firm serving the corporate finance needs of middle market companies.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

DECEMBER 20, 2023

30 – 40 coffee chats or informational interviews ). Internships at local venture capital or private equity firms. A good target might be to complete 20-30 coffee chats or informational interviews by the time your second year starts. A decent amount of networking completed with bankers (e.g., Wealth management.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

APRIL 24, 2024

For example, if you have no finance experience , it is highly unlikely that you will get an offer at a multi-manager hedge fund or private equity mega-fund after the degree. If you’re targeting an informal venture capital internship , private equity internship , or search fund internship , focus on smaller, local firms.

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