Making first contact with an owner, especially of a “not-for-sale” company, is a critical step in the M&A process. It is your opportunity begin a positive relationship that may lead to acquisition. The first meeting is equally important; it is the “first date” in what could be a successful (and lucrative) relationship for all involved. […]
September 17, 2020 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (EDT) How much should you pay for an acquisition? Join our webinar to learn core valuation concepts and demystify key terms and processes. The webinar is designed both for valuation novices and those who need a refresher or more clarity on valuation in M&A. Key Topics: Basic […]
August 20, 2020 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM (EDT) Learn how to successfully plan and execute the integration of two businesses. The closing of a deal is the fruition of months — even years — of hard work. With it, though, comes a whole new round of work that begins the moment the ink dries […]
Join us for a live discussion with Capstone CEO, David Braun, and O’Kelly E. McWilliams III a prominent attorney and partner at Mintz Levin. George Floyd: How CEOs can learn from this tragedy and act for positive changeDate: Tuesday, June 23, 2020Time: 11:00 AM EDTCost: ComplimentaryRegister: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2067282378973094414 *Special webinar – This webinar is part of the complimentary webinar […]
March 18, 2020 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (EST) How do you identify the best companies for acquisition? Building a robust pipeline of prospects begins with first developing an M&A strategy and researching and selecting the top markets for growth. Then, you begin searching for acquisition prospects in those attractive markets. Learn how to approach […]
February 20, 2020 – 1.00 PM to 2.15 PM (EST) M&A is a powerful tool for rapidly growing your business. Before rushing off to identify a list of acquisition candidates, it is important to make sure you are looking at the right markets. For over 24 years Capstone has used our unique demand-driven approach to […]
January 30, 2020 – 1.00 PM to 2.00 PM (EST) Have you explored all your options for growth? Some leaders are limiting their potential for growth because they fail to examine all the possible ways to achieve it. Learn how to unlock untapped potential for your business in our webinar on “Five Options for Growth.” […]
Are you thinking about growing your business? In any business endeavor, having the right questions is often half the battle. December 19, 2019 – 1.00 PM to 2.00 PM (EST) This webinar will cover 7 powerful questions that have been tried and tested with dozens of clients at the outset of their growth programs: What […]
Join us for a webinar on one of the most challenging, yet exciting, parts of any deal: the journey from LOI to Close. This webinar will provide insight to any professional involved in M&A. November 21,2019 – 1.00 PM to 2.00 PM (EST) After completing this webinar, you will be able to: -Explain the structure […]
Make sure you cross your t’s and dot your i’s when it comes to the legal aspects of a deal. Join us for our webinar on Contemporary Legal Issues in M&A and stay up-to-date on the latest legal requirements. The webinar will be presented by Christopher Hagan who is a Partner at Perkins Coie LLP. […]
Hosted by David Braun, Capstone CEO Join Capstone CEO David Braun as he leads a webinar on how to successfully plan and execute the integration of two companies. The closing of a deal is the fruition of months — even years — of hard work. With it, though, comes a whole new round of work […]
If you look at a due diligence check list, you’ll commonly find 3-5-year financial statements, employment agreements, leasing contracts, and past litigation on the list. While reviewing these documents is important, they only reveal part of the picture because they focus heavily on past performance. Thorough due diligence involves both looking backward and forward and […]
Reviewing a company’s past performance is only worthwhile when you apply your findings to future results post-acquisition. With this future perspective in mind, here are five questions to help you consider the impact acquiring a prospect may have on your company moving forward. What do the past 3-5-year financials tell you about the company’s growth […]
Join us to learn how to pick the right international markets for your business and how best to engage with those markets using online tools. Capstone Vice President, Matt Craft, will be presenting a webinar with Susanna Hardy, Chief Content Officer at IBT Online. Learn how to grow your business internationally. Insights and opportunities: Choosing […]
Credit unions are increasingly interested in using fintechs to expand product offerings and provide enhanced member experience. Join our webinar to hear how fintechs can help your credit union grow membership and assets. The webinar will include: Why credit unions pursue fintech partnerships What it takes for credit unions to make this type of investment/decision […]
Finding the right company to acquire can be a significant hurdle for many strategic acquirers. In our State of Middle Market M&A 2019 report, 41% said they faced this challenge. Buyers must not only identify a company that fits their strategic criteria, but one that is willing to sell, which is not an easy feat, […]
Generating a list of companies to acquire is easy. Simply call up an investment banker or visit a broker website like BizBuySell and you’ll find dozens of for-sale companies. The problem with this approach is although these owners are willing to sell, many of these companies may not be what you are looking for in […]
One of the first questions people ask me about M&A is, “Do you have a list of companies interesting in selling?” But this is the wrong question to be asking. By the nature of our role as third-party M&A advisors we do hear of for-sale companies, but from experience we have found using list is […]
“At our last strategic planning session, we realized we needed to do something else in addition to organic growth to meet our company’s five-year goals,” Dan* recently shared with me on the phone. Like many middle market companies, organic growth was stagnant, and the company’s progress had plateaued. Dan saw the gap between where the […]
After signing a letter of intent (LOI), there are still many steps to take before closing a transaction including due diligence, final valuation, negotiations, papering legal documents, and integration planning. With many complex, specialized steps to move the deal forward, this period can be challenging to navigate, but also presents opportunities for strategic acquirers who have […]
