By: Swede Umbach Signing a Letter of Intent (“LOI”) represents an exciting milestone in the process of selling a business. After weeks of underwriting, marketing the company, down-selecting bidders, and negotiating the LOI, founders initially feel like the hard part of a process is over. In truth, the most difficult stretch is yet to come….
By: Chris Weingartner A common refrain we hear from owners of MSPs is that they’re hesitant to consider bringing on a partner or selling their business when things are going well. We completely understand, as life is easier when you are growing, customers are happy, and margins are strong. However, we’ve also seen the opposite,…
By: Evan Klisares In the ever-evolving landscape for Power & Infrastructure businesses, growth and expansion are essential for long-term success. One strategic avenue that companies often consider is mergers and acquisitions (M&A). M&A transactions have the potential to reshape the trajectory of a company, unlock new opportunities, and enhance its market position. However, timing plays…
In this edition of Founders’ Industrial Newsletter, we highlight trends in the private markets and spotlights the industrial and facility services sector. This quarter’s newsletter also delves into the macroeconomic landscape including the higher-than-expected growth that took place, supporting the idea that the economy can endure the higher interest rate environment long enough to bring inflation…
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (August 18, 2023) – Founders is pleased to announce that certain principals of Founders Advisors, LLC advised Perimeter Insect Guard (“Perimeter”) in its sale to Full Guard Capital. The transaction closed on August 8, 2023. Perimeter, founded in 1994 with facilities in Taylorsville and Stonewall, MS, is the largest provider of insecticide treatment…
By: Neal England Earnouts are widely used mechanisms by strategic and financial buyers during an M&A transaction that enable a buyer and seller to bridge gaps in valuation and help a buyer mitigate risk. Under an earnout, a portion of purchase price is deferred, and receipt is contingent upon the acquired business achieving certain growth-related…