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M&A News Feed
Mergermarket releases 1Q21 Global M&A report
Article Type: News & Press Releases Acuris news analysis and scoops are quoted on a daily basis by major publications, on broadcast media, and in research notes produced by investment professionals. Our journalists and editorial analysts speak at major industry conferences and appear on CNBC, BBC and CNN. image: Select Brand: MergermarketEvent Date: Wednesday, April 7, 2021 – 05:36Display…
Mergermarket releases 4Q20 Global M&A report
Article Type: News & Press Releases Acuris news analysis and scoops are quoted on a daily basis by major publications, on broadcast media, and in research notes produced by investment professionals. Our journalists and editorial analysts speak at major industry conferences and appear on CNBC, BBC and CNN. image: Select Brand: Mergermarket Event Date: Tuesday, January…
Latin American restructuring and bankruptcy data now available on Debtwire
Article Type: News & Press Releases Acuris news analysis and scoops are quoted on a daily basis by major publications, on broadcast media, and in research notes produced by investment professionals. Our journalists and editorial analysts speak at major industry conferences and appear on CNBC, BBC and CNN. image: Select Brand: Debtwire Event Date: Wednesday, December…
People Moves: Chris Dorn, Andrews Harris, Bhoomica Reddy
Chris Dorn has joined BTIG’s healthcare investment banking division as a managing director. Andrew Harris has been hired by TA Associates as director of investor relations. Bhoomica Reddy has joined Centerview Partners as a managing director.
Warburg Pincus Backs Quantum to Help Members and Employers Save on HealthCare Costs
Great Hill partner Rafael Cofiño says adding will “help solidify Quantum Health’s position as a category-defining business that changes the way consumers experience the healthcare decision-making process.”
BuzzFeed Buys HuffPost From Verizon in Latest New Media Deal
The digital media industry has increasingly sought ways to gain heft in an ad landscape dominated by Facebook and Google. In 2019, Vox Media bought New York Media, the parent of New York Magazine.
Blackstone Invests $400 Million in FireEye
The investment comes as cyberattacks related to the coronavirus, including ransomware attacks on medical facilities and phishing email campaigns surge.
Pike Street Capital Closes First Fund with a Focus on Lower Middle Market Industrial Technology Businesses
Pike Street has completed investments in three companies: US BioTek Laboratories, HeadRush Technologies and QuickBox Fulfillment.
Stop & Shop Owner Royal Ahold Delhaize, CenterBridge Buy FreshDirect
Royal Ahold Delhaize will own a majority stake, while Centerbridge will buy 20 percent.
Retail Ecommerce Ventures Sets Deal Strategy on Distressed Assets
REV invests in distressed retail companies, such as Dressbarn, Pier 1 and RadioShack, and gives them an e-commerce first strategy.
Nasdaq Steps Up Crime Fighting Tech with $2.75 Billion Verafin Deal
“Financial crime, including money laundering, is among the biggest and most difficult challenges that banks face around the world,” says Nasdaq CEO Adena Friedman.
Bally’s Acquires Bet.Works, as More Companies Wager on Growth in Sports Betting
Businesses are looking to take advantage of online gaming opportunities after the Supreme Court legalized sports betting, and that is spurring deal activity.
Clearlake Bets on Increasing Healthcare Technology Needs During Pandemic
nThrive’s technology division offers patient access, data and analytics and education software services to more than 900 hospitals and health systems in North America.
Why Transition Service Agreements are Important for Closing Deals During Covid
TSAs aren’t just administrative procedures; they’re essential to both parties getting the strategic value they expect from the deal and making sure they are executed as expected.
Deutsche Boerse Buys Institutional Shareholder Services to Seize on the Growing Appetite for Sustainable Investing
The acquisition will boost Deutsche Boerse’s product offering servicing the growing popularity of climate-focused investing.
IBM Buys Instana to Help Businesses Manage Multiple Cloud Platforms
“Our clients today are faced with managing a complex technology landscape filled with mission-critical applications and data that are running across a variety of hybrid cloud environments,” says Rob Thomas, senior vice president, cloud and data platform, IBM.
Shore Capital Seeks Partnerships Among Gynecological Practices
Shore and Women’s Health Group will invest in, processes and infrastructure to support the operations, finance, accounting, compliance, marketing and human resources to help improve patient experiences.
Honeywell Expands Smart Cities Capabilities with Trinity Investment
“Many of the world’s cities are facing significant operational and sustainability challenges stemming from urbanization, including unexpected crises and infrastructure issues” according to Honeywell building technologies CEO Vimal Kapur
Pet Humanization Attracts PE Investors
Clearlake backs pet food maker Wellness Pet Food Holdings from affiliates of Berwind Corp.
Zynga Seeks Acquisitions to Grow Portfolio, as Consumers Play More Mobile Games During Pandemic
“We continue to see opportunities to acquire talented teams and franchises to further accelerate our growth strategy,” says Zynga COO Matt Bromberg in this Q&A.
What's Market
J.F. Lehman & Company Announces Investment in Trillium Engineering, LLC
J.F. Lehman & Company (“JFLCO”), a leading middle-market private equity firm focused exclusively on the aerospace, defense, maritime, government and environmental sectors, is pleased to announce that an investment affiliate has made a substantial investment in Trillium Engineering, LLC (“Trillium” or the “Company”). JFLCO is partnering with Trillium’s founders and employees, who will remain material…
Dolven Enterprises, Inc. Completes Recapitalization and Rebrands Itself as ZONKD
SC&H Capital, a leading investment bank specializing in M&A advisory, announced it acted as the exclusive investment banker to Dolven Enterprises, Inc. (“Dolven”) in the recapitalization and placement of a new credit facility.
Janney Advises Globe Tracker on Securing Growth Equity Financing
Janney Montgomery Scott LLC is pleased to announce that it has served as the exclusive financial advisor to Globe Tracker ApS, a provider of IoT based end-to-end supply chain visibility and monitoring of cargo, on securing growth equity financing led by current investors.
Right in the Middle Market Podcast – M&A in 2020: A Legal Perspective
Right in the Middle Market podcast offers pragmatic perspectives on running, growing, and selling your business. We talk about the challenges, decisions, and most importantly the actions business owners can take to create long term value in their companies. Offit Kurman Attorney, Mike Mercurio, joins and talks M&A with Stephanie and Mark Gaffin.
KippsDeSanto & Co. advised QuantiTech LLC on its investment by Sagewind Capital LLC
KippsDeSanto & Co. is pleased to announce that our client, QuantiTech LLC (“QuantiTech” or the “Company”) has received a strategic investment by Sagewind Capital LLC. Headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, QuantiTech has served as a leading provider of highly technical engineering and management support services for vital mission-critical programs for nearly 30 years, primarily for the…
Escrow Trends: Impact of COVID-19 on the M&A Escrow Market
Covid 19 Impact on MA Escrow Market
Houlihan Lokey Advises L3Harris Technologies
Houlihan Lokey is pleased to announce that L3Harris Technologies, Inc., has divested its EOTech business unit to American Holoptics, an affiliate of Koucar Management. The transaction closed on July 31, 2020.
Middle Market businesses adapt their strategy in response to COVID-19
We have surveyed business owners and operators for insight as to how they are making adjustments to their operational and capital strategies during these times of uncertainty. We have compiled the data and summarized key insights into the attached report for you to review.

Venture Capitalists Pour $6 Million Into Infection-Prevention Startup Kinnos
MEDA Angels’ portfolio company Kinnos closes a $6 Million Series A and is helping to combat coronavirus with shipments of its proprietary Highlights product to…
Private Equity
Private equity is an alternative investment class and consists of capital that is not listed on a public exchange. Private equity is composed of…
M&T Investment Banking Group – Government Contracting Review
4th Quarter 2019 Government Contracting review.
Infographic: The Sell Side M&A Attorney Team
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are a team sport. It takes multiple people to successfully close a business transaction: the business owner or owners, the buyer, each side’s accountants, and advisors, and multiple attorneys working together.
A 20/20 Look at 2020 M&A Trends
Economists from the government and the private sector predict a slowdown in the country’s unprecedented, decade-long economic growth.
Venture Returns Outperform Public Markets
If your goal is to add investment opportunities that have both high return potential and strong diversification characteristics, historical data from Cambridge Associates (CA) shows that top-quartile venture capital has outperformed the S&P by ~2x over the last 5-, 10-, 15-, and 25-year periods.
M&A Infographic: High Multiples for Government Contractors Who Sell Now
Own a government contracting business? Right now may be the perfect time to sell.
Don’t Use an M&A Attorney for an Investment Banker’s Job
Most people will never experience a merger, acquisition, or other business transaction firsthand. Of those business owners who do…
In M&A, a Seller’s Greatest Asset Is Their Engagement in the Deal
Every business owner understands the importance of employee engagement. Keep your team motivated and energized, and you’ll…
Why Are the Fees to Sell a Business So High? It’s a Matter of Expectations
“How much will it cost to sell my business?” It seems like a reasonable enough question—and a business owner is wise to plan…
KippsDeSanto’s DealView — Top 10 M&A Deals of the Quarter
KippsDeSanto & Co., an investment banking firm focused on serving growth-oriented Aerospace / Defense, Government Services and Technology companies, would like to share…
Capital Market Outlook (PDF)
Capital Market Outlook from our Chief Investment Office delivers a balanced mix of macroeconomic insights and global market views, with in-depth analysis from the CIO’s …
Deal Flow
Houlihan Lokey Advises ACRE
Houlihan Lokey is pleased to announce the successful sale of Access Control Related Enterprises, LLC (ACRE), a portfolio company of LLR Partners, to Triton Investments Advisers LLP. The transaction closed on March 11, 2021.
Armatus Solutions, LLC Sells to Markon Solutions
Offit Kurman attorneys Michael N. Mercurio, Brent Salmons, and Andrés Vera recently closed the sale transaction between Armatus Solutions, LLC and Markon Solutions.
Houlihan Lokey Advises Precinmac Precision Machining
Houlihan Lokey is pleased to announce that Precinmac Precision Machining (Precinmac), a portfolio company of GenNx360 Capital Partners, has been acquired by an investor group consisting of Pine Island Capital Partners, LLC…
Not Sure if Your Company Is Ready to Sell? Consider the PAEI Model
For most business owners, the chance to sell your enterprise is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Bengur Bryan Co-Advises PF Growth Partners on an Equity Recapitalization and Debt Financing
On July 11, 2019, Bengur Bryan completed a $96 million equity recapitalization by Alaris Royalty Corp. and arrangement of…
About to Sell Your Business? Don’t Schedule Vacation Yet
With summer ending in but a few short weeks, it seems like everyone has vacation on their mind. If you’re not getting ready to leave, you’re probably…
Top Tips From Those Who’ve Been There
No matter how elegant the financial model, spreadsheets can only take you so far. Want to learn what it really takes to be a stand-out in the cut-throat world of investment banking?

The ABCs of selling your business By Christopher Helmrath
Business owners considering the sale of their privately held companies might want to bone up on their ABCs
Be realistic when selling a family business By Christopher Helmrath
There’s a famous saying that if you expect nothing from somebody you are never disappointed. Famous?
Your Business Is Probably Not Like Fine Wine
Cabernet Sauvignon, hard cheese, a cast iron skillet, your favorite pair of jeans, The Princess Bride…
Every M&A Transaction Is a “Big Deal”
It’s been a busy year. Over the past 12 months, the attorneys of Offit Kurman’s…
From the Field to the M&A Negotiating Table, Every Successful Team Shares The Same Dynamics
They say there’s no “I” in “team.” Tellingly, for the parties in merger or acquisition, it’s also impossible…
Prepping the Deal
KippsDeSanto & Co. Advises Titania Solutions Group, Inc. on its Sale to Swish Data Corporation
KippsDeSanto & Co. is pleased to announce the sale of Titania Solutions Group, Inc. (“Titania” or the “Company”) to Swish Data Corporation. Headquartered in Warrenton, VA, Titania has served as a leading provider of enterprise solutions, program management, information technology, and systems integration services for over eight years to high-profile Federal customers within the US…
Do You Know–Really Know–What Your Business Is Worth?
If you think you know the true financial worth of your company, a formal business valuation might change your mind.
Michael Mercurio Contributes Chapter on Selling Businesses in Finding Your Edge: Success Secrets from Top 16 Business Thinkers
Offit Kurman attorney Michael N. Mercurio, a leading legal advisor in the field of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), has contributed a chapter in…
Eye-opening report on maximizing your wealth when you sell your business
The goal of many successful entrepreneurs is to sell their companies for top dollar…
How To Sell Your Business – New E-Book
Harvest Business Advisors has years of experience and has completed hundreds of successful business transactions…
Selling Your Company: Will You Choose a Financial or Strategic Buyer?
If you decide to sell your business, you’ll likely encounter two main types of buyers: financial and strategic. Each type…
For family businesses, the family dinner table is no longer enough By Christopher Helmrath
Family businesses are often conceived and formulated around the family dinner table, literally or figuratively.
M&A Market Opportunity: Why the Best Possible Time to Sell Your Business May Be Right Now [Infographic]
The current mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market is giving many business owners a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity…
M&A Sellers: To Maximize the Deal, Manage Your Expectations
Whether you’re running a lemonade stand or listing your home, the most useful trait you can cultivate…
Four Indicators the Current M&A Window May Be Closing
After a meteoric year of dealmaking, the Mid-Atlantic mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market may…
Chesapeake Corporate Advisors Serves as Exclusive Financial Advisor to GET Solutions in its Sale to Terracon Consultants
Chesapeake Corporate Advisors is pleased to announce that it has served as exclusive financial advisor to GET Solutions, Inc. in its sale to Terracon Consultants, Inc., a leading engineering and environmental services provider, with locations throughout the continental United States. GET Solutions is a trusted full-service geotechnical, environmental, and materials testing firm with locations in southern Virginia and…
FOCUS Investment Banking Represents PixelMEDIA in its Recapitalization by BV Investment Partners
FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture and corporate finance services, announced today that PixelMEDIA, LLC (“Pixel”), a digital commerce services firm dedicated to helping brands launch, manage and grow their ecommerce business on Salesforce, has received an investment from BV Investment Partners, a middle-market private equity…
Closing The Deal
Houlihan Lokey Advises JLL Partners
Houlihan Lokey is pleased to announce that private equity firm JLL Partners completed the acquisition of Jonathan Engineered Solutions (Jonathan), a global market leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered enclosures, slides, and isolators for defense, commercial aerospace, and specialty industrial end-markets. The transaction closed on December 22, 2020.
FOCUS Investment Banking Represents Viper Northwest in its Sale to Precinmac Precision Machining
FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture and corporate finance services, announced today that Viper Northwest Inc., an Oregon-based precision manufacturer of machined parts and assemblies, has been sold to Precinmac Precision Machining, a diversified manufacturer of high-precision machined components and assemblies in the aerospace and defense,…
KippsDeSanto & Co. Advises Braxton Science & Technology Group, LLC on its sale to Parsons Corporation
KippsDeSanto & Co. is pleased to announce the sale of its client, Braxton Science & Technology Group, LLC (“Braxton” or the “Company”) to Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN). Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO, Braxton is a leading provider of command and control, data transport, and cybersecurity solutions that unify spacecraft ground control operations
KippsDeSanto & Co. advises BlueWater Federal Solutions, Inc., on its sale to Tetra Tech, Inc.
KippsDeSanto & Co. is pleased to announce the sale of its client, BlueWater Federal Solutions, Inc. (“BlueWater” or the “Company”) to Tetra Tech, Inc. (“Tetra Tech”). Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, BlueWater provides cybersecurity, information technology, systems / network engineering, and program management services to numerous agencies throughout the Federal Government, including the Federal Emergency Management…
KippsDeSanto & Co. advises Transformational Security, LLC and Intelligent Devices, Inc. on their sale to HEICO Corporation
KippsDeSanto & Co. is pleased to announce the sale of its clients, Transformational Security, LLC and Intelligent Devices, Inc. (“TS,” “ID,” or the “Companies”), to HEICO Corporation (“HEICO”). Headquartered in Columbia, MD, TS is a leading security technology company that designs, develops, manufactures and supports state-of-the-art detection and monitoring systems and sensors used to protect…
KippsDeSanto & Co. Advises Enterprise Information Services, LLC on its sale to Cognosante, LLC
KippsDeSanto & Co. is pleased to announce the sale of its client, Enterprise Information Services, LLC (“EIS” or the “Company”), to Cognosante, LLC (“Cognosante”). Founded in 1994 and based in Vienna, VA, EIS provides cybersecurity, biometrics, application development, cloud migration, and other IT services to various U.S. Federal Defense, Intelligence, and Civilian government agencies.
KippsDeSanto & Co. advises InCadence Strategic Solutions on its sale to Xator Corporation
KippsDeSanto & Co. is pleased to announce the sale of its client, InCadence Strategic Solutions (“InCadence” or the “Company”), to Xator Corporation (“Xator”). Established in 2009 and headquartered in Manassas, Virginia, InCadence provides customers with cutting-edge biometrics / identity management, intelligence operations, information management / data solutions, and tactical communications products, tools, and technology enabled…
KippsDeSanto & Co. Advises TeraThink on its Sale to CGI, Inc
KippsDeSanto & Co. is pleased to announce the sale of its client, TeraThink Corporation (“TeraThink” or the “Company”), to CGI, Inc. (“CGI”). Headquartered in Reston, VA, TeraThink is a purpose-built digital transformation, ERP implementation, and technology solutions provider specializing in automation, agile development, enterprise application technologies, data analytics, optimization, and cloud computing…

SC&H Capital Advises Glow Networks on its Acquisition by Altruist Technologies
SC&H Capital, a leading investment bank specializing in M&A advisory for middle-market companies, is pleased to announce the acquisition of its client, Glow Networks, Inc., a subsidiary of CSS Corp, by Altruist Technologies Private Limited. Read more HERE.
Houlihan Lokey Advises RSA Engineered Products
Headquartered in Simi Valley, California, RSA is a leading manufacturer of critical aerospace components including high-pressure…
Houlihan Lokey Advises PulseR
PulseR designs and manufactures ruggedized magnetic solutions for use in demanding military, commercial aerospace, space, and high-performance industrial…
SC&H Capital Advises Centretek Solutions on the Divestiture of its Digital Strategy Division to SPM Marketing & Communications
SC&H Capital, a leading investment bank specializing in M&A advisory for middle market companies, is pleased to announce it served as the exclusive financial advisor to Centretek Solutions, LLC on..
Janney Advises Advanced Technical Solutions on its Sale to New Era Technology
Janney Montgomery Scott LLC (“Janney”) is pleased to announce that it has served as the exclusive financial advisor to Advanced Technical Solutions LLC (“ATS”), a leading…
Houlihan Lokey Advises Top Aces
Founded in 2000, Top Aces is a leading global defense contractor offering contracted airborne training services to the U.S., Canadian, German, and…
10 Common Mistakes To Avoid When Exiting Your Business
We have had the pleasure of serving multiple entrepreneurs and business owners over the years at my firm, Glassman Wealth. Business owners often face…
Houlihan Lokey Advises E.I.S. Aircraft Products and Services
Based in Germany, E.I.S. APS is a leading manufacturer of highly engineered, lightweight aircraft interior systems, components, and solutions for the aviation…
KippsDeSanto’s DealView — Top 10 M&A Deals of the Quarter
KippsDeSanto & Co., an investment banking firm focused on serving growth-oriented Aerospace / Defense, Government Services and Technology companies, would like to share its thoughts on the “Top 10 M&A Deals of the Quarter” for the period ended December 31, 2019.
Patriot Capital Supports Coltala Holdings, LLC’s Acquisition of Trudela Holdings, LLC
Patriot Capital is pleased to announce a new subordinated debt and equity co-investment alongside Coltala Holdings, LLC (“Coltala”) in Trüdela Holdings, LLC (“Trüdela” or “the Company”).
LFM Capital Adds New Portfolio Company: J&E Precision Tool
LFM Capital, a private equity firm focused on lower middle market manufacturing and industrial services businesses, announced today that it has invested in a new portfolio company, J&E Precision Tool (“J&E”).
Houlihan Lokey Advises Quantum Spatial
Houlihan Lokey is pleased to announce that Quantum Spatial, Inc. (QSI), a portfolio company of Arlington Capital Partners (Arlington), has been acquired by NV5 Global, Inc. (NASDAQ:NVEE) for $318 million.
Dissecting The Deal
Lean how the twists and turns of recent M&A deals could affect you and your business
Houlihan Lokey Advises Royal TenCate
Houlihan Lokey is pleased to announce that Agilitas Private Equity LLP (Agilitas) has acquired TenCate Advanced Armour Holding BV (TCAA) from Royal TenCate BV, a portfolio company of Gilde Buy Out Partners BV (Gilde). The transaction closed on 18 March 2021.
Houlihan Lokey Advises Gibbs & Cox
Houlihan Lokey is pleased to announce that Gibbs & Cox, Inc., has signed a definitive agreement to be acquired by Leidos, Inc., for $380 million. The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2021.
FOCUS Investment Banking Represents ARCH Global Precision LLC in its Acquisition of Morsch Machine
FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture and corporate finance services, announced today that ARCH Global Precision, LLC, a consolidated contract manufacturing company based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, has acquired Morsch Machine, a Chandler, Arizona-based certified precision machining firm. FOCUS represented ARCH in the transaction.
KippsDeSanto & Co. Advises Alethix, LLC On its Sale to IntelliBridge, Inc., a Portfolio Company of Enlightenment Capital
KippsDeSanto & Co. is pleased to announce the sale of its client, Alethix, LLC (“Alethix” or the “Company”), to IntelliBridge, Inc., a portfolio company of Enlightenment Capital Headquartered in Fairfax, VA, Alethix provides mission-focused technology solutions that solve complex challenges around the speed and security of data-in-transit, interoperability of enterprise systems, and data processing at…
KippsDeSanto & Co. Advised HHB Systems on its sale to Vectrus, Inc.
KippsDeSanto & Co. is pleased to announce the sale of its client, HHB Systems (“HHB” or the “Company”), to Vectrus, Inc. (“Vectrus”). Based in Springfield, VA, HHB is a leading provider of information systems technology, enterprise operations, facilities management, and technical assistance to Federal customers across the Intelligence Community.
SC&H Capital Advises Senture in Sale to Kingswood Capital
SC&H Capital, a leading investment bank specializing in M&A advisory for middle-market companies, is pleased to announce that its client, Senture, LLC, has been acquired by private equity group Kingswood Capital Management. Senture is a leader in large-scale, complex, multi-channel contact center and knowledge management solutions for commercial clients, government agencies and systems integrators.
KippsDeSanto & Co. advises Zenetex, LLC on its sale to Vectrus, Inc.
KippsDeSanto & Co. is pleased to announce the sale of its client, Zenetex, LLC (“Zenetex” or the “Company”), to Vectrus, Inc. (“Vectrus”) (NYSE: VEC). Headquartered in Herndon, VA, Zenetex provides mission-focused lifecycle military aviation and advanced engineering and information technology (“IT”) solutions for military and national security clients.
SC&H Capital Advises Carpet & Wood Floor Liquidators on the Sale of Stock to an ESOP
SC&H Capital, a leading investment bank specializing in sell side M&A and ESOP advisory services for middle-market companies, is pleased to announce the successful sale of its client, Carpet & Wood Floor Liquidators, to an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP).
Danimer Scientific, a Next Generation Bioplastics Company, Completes Business Combination with Live Oak Acquisition Corp.
Meredian Holdings Group, Inc., doing business as Danimer Scientific (“Legacy Danimer”), a next generation bioplastics company focused on the development and production of biodegradable materials, and Danimer Scientific, Inc. (f/k/a Live Oak Acquisition Corp. (“Live Oak”)) announced today that they have completed their previously announced business combination
Wheels Up Acquires Mountain Aviation
Private aviation platform Wheels Up has acquired aircraft charter company Mountain Aviation, the companies announced. The acquisition adds 59 aircraft, largely Cessna Citation X jets, to Wheels Up’s fleet as well as Mountain Aviation’s maintenance capabilities, which will speed up the growth of Wheels Up’s in-house maintenance operations. Mountain Aviation has bases in Denver, Southern…
Aronson Capital Partners Advises Base2 on its Sale to BlueHalo
Aronson Capital Partners (“ACP”) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Base2, LLC by BlueHalo, a portfolio company of Arlington Capital Partners. Aronson Capital Partners served as the exclusive financial advisor to Base2 during the transaction.
XLCS Partners advises SMF in its sale to Etnyre
XLCS Partners, Inc., a leading middle market investment bank, is pleased to announce it served as exclusive advisor to SMF Incorporated (SMF) in its sale to Etnyre International Ltd (Etnyre). SMF specializes in medium to heavy gauge metal fabrications for OEMs in the heavy industrial engine and power generator, wind turbine, and mining and construction equipment markets.
Chesapeake Corporate Advisors Serves as Exclusive Financial Advisor to eThink Education in its Sale to Learning Technologies Group
Chesapeake Corporate Advisors is pleased to announce that it has served as exclusive financial advisor to eThink Education LLC in its sale to Learning Technologies Group plc (AIM: LTG), a UK based provider of a broad range of learning, training and talent solutions to corporate and government clients.
Houlihan Lokey Advises Exide Technologies
Houlihan Lokey is pleased to announce that operating assets of Exide Technologies’ Americas business have been acquired by Battery BidCo LLC, an affiliate of Atlas Capital Resources III LP (Atlas), pursuant to Section 363 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. The transaction closed on August 25, 2020.
G Squared Capital Partners Advises Minerva on its Acquisition by ManTech
ManTech International Corporation (Nasdaq: MANT) has completed the acquisition of Minerva Engineering, a leading provider of advanced cyber solutions.

KippsDeSanto’s DealView — Top 10 M&A Deals of the Quarter
KippsDeSanto & Co., an investment banking firm focused on serving growth-oriented Aerospace / Defense, Government Services and Technology companies, would like to share its thoughts on the “Top 10 M&A Deals of the Quarter” for the period ended June 30, 2020.
SC&H Capital Advises Nyquist, Inc. on its Acquisition by Painters Supply & Equipment Co
SC&H Capital, a leading investment bank specializing in sell side M&A advisory for middle-market companies, is pleased to announce the acquisition of its client, Nyquist, Inc. by an affiliate of Painters Supply & Equipment Co. (PSE), a portfolio company of PNC Riverarch Capital.
Dan Doran, Founder of Quantive
Offit Kurman’s Mike Mercurio sits down with Quantive Founder, Dan Doran, to discuss the lower-middle M&A market as it begins to emerge out of COVID-19….
Greg Hogan, SC&H Capital Managing Director
What is the state of the current M&A market? How are buyers evaluating deals? What new risk mitigation strategies are being worked into terms and structures? Mike Mercurio sits down with SC&H Capital Managing Director, Greg Hogan, to discuss buying, selling, and what to expect in a post-pandemic M&A market. View the video below for…
KippsDeSanto & Co. Advises Chemring Group PLC on the Sale of Chemring Ordnance, Inc. to Nammo Defence Systems Inc.
KippsDeSanto & Co. is pleased to announce that it has advised on the sale of Chemring Ordnance, Inc. (“COR” or the “Company”), a subsidiary of CHG Group, Inc., to Nammo Defence Systems Inc. The transaction expands Nammo’s customer access, while helping our client, Chemring Group PLC (LSE:CHG), pursue its strategic portfolio shaping initiatives.
Events
Advantage 2021 – Moving M&A Forward
AM&AA brings the world of middle-market mergers and acquisitions to you this February. Network with hundreds of decision-makers, including M&A advisors, capital providers, and investment bankers, all within the convenience of a virtual conference. Whether you’re on the buy or sell side, you won’t want to miss this must-attend industry event that will yield new deal connections and results.
Intersect 2020: Where M&A Meets Opportunity
Whether you are on the buy or sell side, this is a premiere, must-attend event for the M&A industry.Registration is open and early bird are available until February 21. Get in on the action now before this deal is gone. See you in Chicago.
ACG Maryland Deal Forum 2020
Plan now to join us at the ACG Maryland Deal Forum event on May 27- 28, 2020!
Mike Mercurio Wins 2019 Lawyer Monthly Legal Award in Recognition of Recent M&A Accomplishments
Offit Kurman attorney Michael N. Mercurio has been named among the winners of the Lawyer Monthly Legal Awards 2019, in the category of “Mergers and Acquisitions USA.”…
Cybersecurity – Separating Hype From Opportunity
This cybersecurity event will give attendees the opportunity to listen to, learn from, and interact with practitioners…
2019 Symposium Series Part Three: Value Optimization and Pre-Transition Planning Tactics
Closely-held businesses represent a significant portion of the U.S. economy. Based on ownership demographics, it is estimated that…
Ways Your Business Can Thrive In a Down Economy
An engaging panel discussion to identify how to position your business to thrive in a down economy…
Partial Liquidity Strategies for the Lower Middle Market – Open Networking
A recent survey by PWC and the Family Firm Institute finds that more family businesses are exploring partial liquidity options. On one hand, prices …
Thought Leadership Downloads
Anatomy Of A Transaction- Sell Side Infographic
Anatomy Of A Transaction- Buy Side Infographic
Mergers & Acquisitions: Withdrawal Liability Concerns
Business Exit Planning: Now & Future
3 Questions and 3 Pieces of Advice
Anatomy of the Deal: The Business Combination Tornado
Timing Considerations for the Sale of Your Business
When Fair and Equal Isn't Fair and Equal