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⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesWhen you’re looking to acquire a manufacturing business, securing the financing can be one of the most challenging aspects of the process. Lenders and investors will want to see a…
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesIf you’re considering selling your manufacturing business, you might be thinking about selling to a private equity firm or private equity group. As Inc. explains, a private equity firm — or PE…
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesSelling your business is an exciting process. Yet the prospect of letting go of the business you’ve invested your money and time — not to mention your blood, sweat and…
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesThe “Market Pulse Report” is published by Pepperdine University and the Graziadio Business School. The purpose of the report is to track on a quarterly basis the businesses being sold…
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesAccording to the Conway Center for Family Business, family businesses are responsible for 64 percent of the U.S. GDP. Moreover, they create 78 percent of all new jobs and generate 62…
⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesThe process of selling your business is long and complicated — and that’s to be expected. After all, you want to get full value for your company, and the buyer…
⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesAccording to Investopedia, approximately 10,000 Baby Boomers are retiring each day. If you’re one of them, you might be thinking of selling your manufacturing company so you can enjoy your golden years…
⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesWhen you’ve decided it’s time to sell your business, you might be undecided as to whether you should hire a specialized intermediary or try to sell your company yourself. As professional…
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesM&A continues its rollercoaster ride of activity as we approach the end of the third quarter in 2019. Deals in mining and aerospace are reaching all-time highs while oil and…
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesBusinesses often reflect the core beliefs of those who own them. Accelerated Manufacturing Brokers, Inc. is no exception. Our culture is a giving one.
⏱ Reading Time: 7 minutesWith an incredible number of manufacturers exiting business ownership for retirement, it’s imperative that sellers make their businesses stand out from others on the market. In this article, we’ll discuss how to get the best price for your manufacturing company. Here’s what we’ll be covering:
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesThis New England based Aerospace Component & Surgical Instrument Manufacturer is an acquisition that can very easily double in size in a short period of time. Company Highlights: How the…
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesInvestors have strict criteria for what they look for in a manufacturing investment or acquisition. Your standards should be just as high. In this article, I’ll unpack 6 critical questions…
⏱ Reading Time: 6 minutesWhether you’re looking to grow your manufacturing business or prepare for its sale, understanding the characteristics that attract quality investment is key.
⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesIn my 30 years of selling manufacturing companies, I think this is the transaction that I’m most proud of.
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesLearn about the significance of screw machine manufacturers in the USA. Discover their impact on job creation and the economy.
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesDiscover the manufacturing sectors attracting buyers for acquisitions. Find out why Aerospace & Defense is a popular sector in M&A activity.
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesDiscover how a smart buyer won an aerospace acquisition against tough competition. Learn valuable insights and strategies in this blog post.
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesFind out who is the perfect fit for the Accelerated Manufacturing Brokers’ Program. We work with manufacturers seeking growth and prioritizing quality.
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesLooking to acquire manufacturing companies? Explore 5 promising options in aerospace, automotive, cosmetic, and more.
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⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesFind out if your manufacturing business has a blind side. Understand the importance of identifying and addressing potential vulnerabilities.
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⏱ Reading Time: 13 minutesLearn Why Now Is The Ideal Time To Sell Your Manufacturing Business. Explore Market Trends, Valuations, and Expert Tips To Maximize Your Sale.
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesFind out if Manufacturer’s Reps or Distributors are harming your business.
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesUnderstand M&A terms and definitions in the lower middle market. This guide provides clear explanations of essential terms for successful transactions.
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesEverything you need to know about Asset Purchase Agreements (APA) and the key terms you should understand when selling or buying a business.
Today, on the Women and Manufacturing Podcast, Ellen shares with Fran her experiences, good and bad, as a woman in manufacturing and the wisdom she’s gained along the way, including the importance of all women sharing what they’ve learned, collaborating and cooperating with other women in the interest of overcoming any barrier to success.
On this episode of the WAM Podcast, Fran welcomes Whitney Koch, Marketing Communications Specialist with Welker Inc., in Sugarland, Texas. Whitney shares with us how she transitioned from a high school teacher to writing technical copy and finally managing the digital marketing efforts for a 3rd generation manufacturing company. Whitney explains how small to medium-sized companies can handle their digital marketing in-house, including the various platforms she uses to get the job done.
On today’s episode, Fran and Elysabeth discuss the need for change in the global food supply system to address global population growth. Elysabeth explains in detail how we use our resources to create food is inefficient. 77% of our agricultural land is used for animals to graze and to grow crops to feed those animals. This 77% returns only 18% of our calories. On top of that, 42% of our clean water supply is used to grow crops for and as drinking water for those same animals. As we move forward with a rapidly growing population, these inefficiencies are not sustainable.
How do you bridge the disconnect between manufacturing companies and their potential marketing success? Emily Wilkins, Founder and CEO of Marketing Metal, explains why her company is successful, while other marketing agencies struggle to meet manufacturing companies in the middle. From hesitancy when handing over marketing to inexperience in laying out goals and misunderstanding why marketing is needed at all, the reasons for disconnect are seemingly endless.
Today, on the Woman and Manufacturing Podcast, Fran Brunelle talks with Lauren Dunford, CEO of Guidewheel, a global software company. This company is on a mission to empower all the world’s factories to reach sustainable peak performance, and Lauren is on a mission to show everyone how Guidewheel is making this a reality. Lauren shares with Fran how even the oldest manufacturing equipment can take advantage of Guidewheel’s technology to achieve peak performance.
Kara Branch is an engineer who has always been the only Black woman on all the teams she’s ever worked on and has experienced many challenges as a result. When one of her daughters decided she also wanted to pursue a career in engineering, Kara decided she wanted better for the next generation and so she founded the Black Girls Do Engineer Corporation. Today she joins us to tell us more about the fantastic work she is doing. Tuning in you’ll discover how the Black Girls Do Engineer Corporation is developing young women in all areas of STEM. To hear all about Kara Branch, the fantastic organization she started, how it is transforming lives, and how you can help, tune in today!