The 2015 Bama Bash was an exclusive event that brought together CEOs of fast growing SaaS and Internet businesses with some of the industry’s leading private equity and venture capital investors. These CEOs learned from fellow entrepreneurs who have successfully navigated the capital continuum, shared relevant challenges and growth strategies, and candidly discussed with investors…
Founders 13th Annual Crawfish Boil was held at the Birmingham Zoo on Thursday, April 21, 2016. Life was good as family, friends, and clients danced to the music of Terry and the Zydeco Bad Boys. This year we introduced Founders Trivia, where participants answered questions about deals we’ve done, organizations we serve, and our professionals…
By Duane Donner In 2015, oil prices were projected to rebound from the over 50% decline in 2014, but crude oil prices declined further to a 10-year low of $37 per barrel in December 2015. Then they dropped even lower in Q1 2016. The sustained low price environment is obviously creating distinct industry change as…
By: Duane P. Donner II The general economy was off to a shaky start in early 2016, but as the quarter came to a close, many industries seemed to find their footing. While not particularly stellar, US Corporations continue to chug along, even with the drag from low oil prices. In the 1Q 2016 Industrials…
By: Zane P. Tarence For most people the steps to selling a middle market company are generally not that well known. Yet there is proven methodology that, when followed, increases the likelihood of a company obtaining a premium value and getting a deal done. The challenge usually isn’t finding potential buyers, it’s finding the right…
Founders hosted their spring Deep South Private Company CEO Forum at the Renaissance Ross Bridge Resort & Spa in Birmingham, AL this week. At this year’s spring forum was 16 companies were represented by 19 executive guests. With an insightful macroeconomic update from John Norris, lead strategist for Oakworth Capital, and a buyer’s perspective overview…