M&A and corporate finance advisory
Our clients are entrepreneurs and want the benefit of our relevant industry deal and operating experience. We provide senior level attention, straightforward advice and build deep relationships. We know what you’re going through because we’ve been in your shoes. Our industry expertise allows us to tell a nuanced story to achieve better than expected outcomes as we understand the key drivers that create value.
M&A sell-side
You gave your company your all. We’ll do the same for you. The process of selling a company is complex, disciplined and individualized. We structure the process to fit the client, not the other way around. Through our vast network of national and international contacts, we identify the most likely buyers, not the most obvious. The right positioning is critical—we know how to craft a narrative that will resonate with buyers and maximize your company’s value.
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Hay House has been acquired by Penguin Random House
Hay House, a leading independent book publisher with renowned expertise in the mind-body-spirit, self-help, and health and wellness space, has been acquired by Penguin Random House, the world’s largest trade book publisher. Currently a client of Penguin Random House Publisher Services (PRHPS), Hay House will now be able to further leverage the resources and gold-standard capabilities of the world’s largest trade book publisher to reach even more audiences and further elevate its authors.
Learn moreThe Taunton Press has been acquired by Active Interest Media
The Taunton Press, a respected consumer media and book business, has been acquired by Active Interest Media (AIM), a leading media company. The acquisition of The Taunton Press aligns several core markets and allows AIM to expand its mission of inspiring an ever-growing audience of enthusiasts to enjoy their hobbies and interests. This strategic move effectively doubles AIM’s reach and influence across gardening, woodworking and homebuilding.
Learn moreAcquisition of Burrell sets the stage for the agency’s next chapter
Burrell Communications Group, one of the most highly regarded multicultural advertising agencies in the world, has been acquired by an equity consortium led by FVLCRUM Partners and Channing Johnson. The transaction includes the majority stake owned by Co-CEOs McGhee Osse and Fay Ferguson in addition to the minority stake owned by Publicis.
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When advising buyers, we deploy decades of industry and corporate development expertise and our in-depth understanding of our client’s acquisition strategy to find the right company or asset at the right price. We then help structure a transaction that resolves complex issues and produces a solution that works for all parties. Firmly rooted in the local market with collaboration on a global scale, we help identify the most extraordinary opportunities, often in unexpected places.
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Open Road Integrated Media has acquired Bloodhound Books
Open Road Integrated Media (OR/M), a digital marketing and multimedia content company that connects authors with readers, has acquired Bloodhound Books, a UK publisher of e-books and printed books. With this acquisition, Bloodhound will bring a unique network to the OR/M community and independent, successful authors to the partner content program, which will help fuel growth of the company.
Learn moreDennis Publishing Ltd. has acquired Kiplinger Washington Editors
Dennis Publishing Ltd. (Denis), a portfolio company of Exponent Private Equity LLP, has acquired Kiplinger Washington Editors, Inc. (Kiplinger), a market leader in business and personal finance information, in print and online.
Learn moreMJH Associates has acquired UBM Life Sciences’ healthcare media assets from Informa
MJH Associates‚ Inc. (MJH) has acquired major market media assets from the UBM Life Sciences Group of Informa PLC (INF.L). The transaction consideration was in excess of US$100 million.
Learn moreCorporate finance services
You may need acquisition financing, growth investments or a restructuring of your capital structure. We can help identify a variety of solutions.
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Owler has completed a Series B-1 round fundraising
Owler has raised capital in a Series B-1 round from Morningstar Founder and Executive Chairman, Joe Mansueto, and existing investors, Norwest Venture Partners and Trinity Ventures.
Learn moreDigital Media Solutions has received an investment from Clairvest to support growth
Digital Media Solutions has successfully raised funds to support growth.
Learn moreLibrify, Inc. has raised US$0.5 million
Librify, Inc. has received an investment from ICG Ventures, Inc, an Ingram Content Group company. Librify provides publishers with an important new retail channel and direct ways to interact with consumers. The Ingram investment will allow Librify to enhance its offering as it prepares for its broad market launch in 2014.
Learn moreExit planning
The best transactions happen when a company is prepared. Exit planning starts with a deep dive strategic analysis and valuation. We provide you with a roadmap to maximize your value over the next one to two years. Even small increases in EBITDA, ARR or other KPIs can have a significant impact on your value. We identify the drivers that matter most, monitor industry and buyer dynamics and make sure your information and financial analysis are ready so you can have the confidence you are prepared for the best outcome possible.
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Licensing
Unlock the full potential of your brand through strategic licensing, which can provide you with a new revenue stream through royalties. Our team has a track record of connecting media brands with the right licensing partners.
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Valuation advisory
Determining the value of your company is crucial, regardless of whether a sale is on the horizon. If you need to buy out a partner, attract additional capital or secure a loan, we can provide you with the valuation you will need.
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