By: Duane Donner A large subset of Industrial verticals were able to find success during 3Q 2016 even though the price of crude oil and other major commodities remained weak. The construction and engineering segment is a great example. The success of this vertical came from end markets such as healthcare, infrastructure, and aviation. Many…
By: Wesley Legg Unlike listed public companies, private businesses don’t get a daily ticker tape telling them what their worth. But imagine you did. Would that daily feedback from buyers and sellers make you think differently about how you operate your business? While I know public company CEO’s don’t always agree with the market’s perception,…
Founders recently hired two analysts, Matt Roden and William Short, to support the expanding firm. Their primary responsibility is supporting principals in the execution of deals across the firm. Their duties include conducting industry and company research, preparing financial analysis, and facilitating due diligence. Mr. Roden served as a summer analyst for the firm, while…
Applied Ultrasonics designs, manufactures, and sells equipment for extending the life of metal structures and components. The company’s products and services provide a solution to the metal improvement industry that protects vital investments in heavy equipment and infrastructure. Applied Ultrasonics delivers Ultrasonic Impact Technology, a patented treatment that improves the structure and properties of metals…
By: Duane Donner Founders recently hosted their North Texas Private Company CEO Forum at the Petroleum Club in Dallas, Texas. The Founders Forum was attended by 17 executives representing 16 Texas and Louisiana companies. Robert Dye, Chief Economist from Comerica provided a macroeconomic update, Brian Hegi, Managing Director at Prophet Equity, delivered a buyer’s perspective…
By: Zane Tarence In the 2Q Edition of the SaaS Market Newsletter, our Quarterly Tip examines the “new” SaaS income statement. Many companies are moving away from the traditional product based business model of focusing on impressive sounding product features, and shifting to putting their customers’ needs at the center of their product development. Focusing…