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⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteYes, you read that headline correctly! Manufacturing, specifically the fabricated metal products sector, is alive and well in CT, with our client company leading the charge. Their increase in sales…
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesAcquire A Niche Manufacturing Company In New England Before The End Of 2016 If you’ve been seeking a niche manufacturing company in New England for acquisition, you’ll want to check…
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesMost manufacturing business buyers seek an asset sale, rather than a stock sale for the tax benefits associated with an asset sale. When you purchase a $2 million dollar manufacturing…
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutes“Silver Tsunami” Heading Our Way – Business Timing is Everything Everywhere you turn – in print and online – in the finance, retirement, investment, healthcare and entrepreneurial communities, you can…
⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minute“Cool” Business for Sale – Hot off the Press! If you’ve been contemplating a manufacturing business purchase, this is the time to DIVE IN. Our client is a leading fiberglass…
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Best Time To Sell A Manufacturing Business – Figuring It Out Before You Have To Sell At a celebratory dinner with the Buyer and Seller of a recently sold…
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesAs I write this, it’s the 4th of July and I am on a wonderful lake in NH with family and friends. I’ve heard so many people in this lake…
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesAn Easy Entry to Great Cash Flow in the Manufacturing Sector Companies with over 50 years of successful history spanning two different ownerships with great cash flow an ease…
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesIn a word, YES! Manufacturing business owners all over the country are faced with this dilemma – they want out, but their partner refuses to sell. Sometimes it’s the other…
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesRun Your Business In The Normal Course Purchase & Sale Agreements for Manufacturing M&A transactions have both Buyer and Seller Covenants. Buyer covenants include coming to the closing table with…
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesBuild a Winning Team of Advisors PRIOR to the Sale of Your Company You have made the decision to sell your manufacturing company! Congrats! Let the planning begin! Yes, P-L-A-N-N-I-N-G….
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesManufacturing Specialization – Does It Help? When you’re buying or selling a manufacturing company, does it make a difference what kind of broker you work with? We think it does….
⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteThese Quality Manufacturing Companies represent rare acquisition opportunities in sectors ranging from aerospace and energy to CNC fabrication and specialty printing.
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesBig news for tech and construction: new government orders will fast-track AI data center projects, which could mean more jobs, faster builds, and a stronger U.S. position in the global AI race.
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesWith 30+ years in manufacturing, we know what makes a qualified buyer. That’s why we’ve sold companies others couldn’t, because we screen for industry experience, not just capital.
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesPremium energy storage and power distribution provider serving top-tier data center and EVC clients. 5X growth potential, 20+ year reputation, and sole-source relationships.
⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteLegacy American manufacturer with CNC, heavy fab, and 70% recurring revenue. Sole-source provider to rail, packaging, and national labs. Debt-free with strong EBITDA margins.
⏱ Reading Time: 6 minutesThe 2025 tax overhaul brings long-awaited stability to capital investment, R&D, and deal structuring—paving the way for a golden era for U.S. manufacturers.
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesAfter decades spent building a respected manufacturing company, many owners find that preparing for a transition is about far more than numbers, it’s about legacy, employees, and community.
⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesThe U.S. Electronic Contract Manufacturing (ECM) market is projected to grow from $112.9 billion in 2023 to $241.9 billion by 2032, driven by advancements in 5G, AI, and IoT, as well as strong demand from consumer electronics, aerospace, and defense sectors.
⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteCritical components for no-fail industries, like aerospace and defense, are the foundation of reliability and innovation in high-stakes sectors.
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesPrepare your business for sale and a successful exit by aligning it with these key criteria to maximize its value and attract serious offers.
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesThe industrial cable air dryer market is set for steady growth, especially in the U.S., driven by the expansion of telecommunications networks and the rise of AI-powered data centers.
⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesThe global conveyor and assembly systems markets are set for strong growth through 2035, driven by automation, rising industrialization, and increasing demand for efficiency.
⏱ 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!