David Braun

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Brian Goodhart Joins Capstone

Capstone Strategic, Inc. is pleased to announce Brian Goodhart has joined the firm in the capacity of Director, M&A Advisory Services. In this role with Capstone’s team of Growth Engineers, Brian works side-by-side with clients through the deal making process to develop actionable transition strategies that maximize value and create generational wealth. “We are very glad …

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Helping Clients Get on a Path for Future Growth

Capstone Founder and CEO David Braun was a recent guest on the “Tax-Alpha Solutions” Podcast. David and host Matt Chancey discussed a number of topics, from adaptability to the importance of having a business succession plan. In addition to Apple Podcasts, you can also hear the episode on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, …

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Is Acquisition Really an Effective Growth Strategy?

In the latest issue of CU Insight, Capstone Managing Director John Dearing examines the use of acquisition as a growth strategy for credit unions. He shares his expertise at https://www.cuinsight.com/is-acquisition-really-an-effective-growth-strategy.html

4 Tips for Taking a Strategic Approach to M&A in 2021

Acquisition can be a powerful tool for accelerating your company’s growth. 2021 may be the year you build on your capabilities, add new services or products, or enter new markets. However, it is important not to get swept away in excitement of a potential deal and remain strategic in your thinking. As you consider growing …

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Top 4 Considerations for M&A Due Diligence in the age of COVID-19

Due Diligence has always been a daunting task even for the best deal makers. With travel restrictions and closed borders, due diligence procedures for both the buyers and sellers have drastically changed.  Here are four considerations for Due Diligence in the age of COVID-19: Leverage Virtual Tools – Due Diligence processes are sensitive and must …

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4 things to focus on, to prepare your business for sale

Doing the groundwork for the sale of a business can be a challenging process for owners. Although there is no one size fits all solution to help owners prepare for a sale, meticulous preparation is vital. Primarily there are four areas to focus on Valuation – A professional valuation will give the owner a realistic …

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3 Items that Should not be Included in the LOI

A letter of intent (LOI) is far more than a legal document. It’s a key milestone in the M&A process and can be a powerful tool for getting the deal done. The LOI outlines the basic parameters for an acquisition including the period of exclusivity, purchase price and consideration, preferred deal structure, and expiration date. …

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Due Diligence – Tips & Tricks

Due Diligence is the most demanding phase of the acquisition process. Many companies start with a due diligence checklist in the public domain prepared by someone who has no knowledge of your organization or your deal. A prepared checklist such as this will likely not cover every aspect of the target company that is important …

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3 Business Valuation Methods for When You’re Ready to Sell

In my last 30 years of helping companies grow, one of the most common questions I have come across is “how much is my company worth?”. Bringing together the financial (valuation) and non-financial (evaluation) pieces of the puzzle will help you determine the value of a company. Valuation refers to the economic value you place …

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3 Top Reasons M&A Deals Fall Apart

When done right, an acquisition can dramatically accelerate the growth of a company. However, experience tells us that deals often fall apart. Each year thousands of dollars are spent by buyers and sellers on deals that go nowhere. Here are 3 top reasons M&A deals fall apart. 1. Lack of Strategy – Failing to have a …

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