By: Zane Tarence There is a lot to consider when deciding to pursue a merger or acquisition. Anyone considering a transaction should be consulting with, and ultimately engaging with an M&A advisor. When choosing an M&A advisor there are at least five things to consider: Trust This is the foundation of relationships, and the relationship…
The Annual Founders Family Picnic was held last Saturday at our managing partner Duane Donner’s lake house on beautiful Lake Martin. The Founders team, along with their families and some friends of the firm, enjoyed a day of food, fellowship, and fun out on the water. The Jungle Float was a hit this year; we’re…
By: Chris Weingartner Across all the deals we’ve done, there is likely no larger deterrent to both a premium valuation and a smooth closing than a company that doesn’t have clean financials. We certainly can be empathetic for companies that have not prioritized financial reporting, particularly for an entrepreneur of a young, fast growing company…
Bridge2Rwanda was formed in 2007 by Dale Dawson, and is a multifaceted organization traversing education, finance, and entrepreneurship while fostering relationships in Rwanda and abroad. It includes a dense interconnected network of relationships comprising individuals, churches, schools, businesses, nonprofits, and colleges all working together for the betterment of Rwanda. “If anything,” says Dale, “I’ve become…
We are excited to announce that Nathan Kelly, Senior Associate at Founders, was recently named one of Birmingham’s Rising Stars of Money. Nathan has displayed his intellectual curiosity, knowledge, and leadership ability since he began working at Founders in 2015. We are thankful to have Nathan on our team, look forward to his future successes….
By Wesley Legg In founder or family-owned businesses, it is common for owners to run personal/non-company related revenue or expenses through the business or to expense certain items that would normally be capitalized. While these practices may come in handy during tax season, they can seriously impact a company’s valuation. If you are a business…