I was glad to participate in an article in Middle Market Growth’s most recent issue, offering my thoughts on the trend of private equity firms flocking to physician-run practices Read the article in Middle Market Growth. Read the article in PDF. Private Capital...
During the holiday season, our tradition is to reflect on the year and assess how we fulfilled our purpose as a firm. Maybe you do something similar. Oaklyn Consulting’s purpose is to be a good citizen of the business communities where we operate, by handling...
In my new column in Mergers & Acquisitions, I explore so-called “crossroads” transactions — complex situations that can turn potentially good companies into bad investment banking clients. Read the article in Mergers & Acquisitions. Read the...
In the recent investment in Hotel Equities by Virtua Partners, we advised Hotel Equities on a mutually beneficial transaction by providing background advice, market benchmarks for business terms, risk assessment and negotiation support. After a year of discussions...
I’m very proud to share the news that my academic article “Capital and Financial Strategies for Private Companies: Lessons from Their Publicly Traded Brethren” has been published in the fall 2018 issue of The Journal of Private Equity. An abstract...
Mergers and Acquisitions recently featured an article by Christopher Wright exploring the various options for private equity firms when they’re trying to extract value out of an underperforming investment. Follow this link to read the original article. Read the...
Why Corporate Development Should Be Viewed as Sales Instead of Purchasing
Corporate development is about building partnerships, not just making purchases.
Our guide explains how to shift from a purchasing mindset to a sales approach, from creating an opportunity funnel to addressing sellers’ key concerns to ensure long-term success for both parties.
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Understanding Business Valuation: Considerations for Potential Buyers
Acquiring a business can drive growth, but overpaying is risky. Accurate valuation is essential, especially for first-time buyers.
Our guide covers key methods like times-revenue and scenario analysis to provide a complete view of a company's worth and potential risks.
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Four Things to Consider About a Deal Before Price
When selling a business, price isn't always the most important factor. Business sellers often look for buyers who align with their vision and the company's future potential.
This guide contains four critical factors to consider before focusing on price to get the best outcome.
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Negotiating the Best Deal: A Checklist for Business Sellers
Successfully selling a business can be challenging as the process entails careful planning, strategic thinking, and the ability to negotiate effectively to ensure the best deal possible.
Every deal is different, but you can get the best possible outcome by following these five steps.
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How Not To Be A Turkey
Closing a deal can often feel like navigating a Thanksgiving family dinner, where everyone has their own agendas and interests.
Without the right strategy, you risk making costly mistakes. So it's essential to arrive at the table well prepared, with all the skills and tools you'll need to have your greatest chance of success.
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How to Sell a Business in 5 Simple Steps
There’s nothing simple about selling a business. The road to a successful sale is often rocky, with plenty of detours and wrong turns along the way.
Every journey begins with a first step — and with that in mind, we wrote the five steps on how to sell a business.
