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⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesFirst Quarter 2016 Market Pulse Report – Good News For Retiring Manufacturers Manufacturing Businesses Are Selling More Than Any Other Sector The First Quarter 2016 Market Pulse Report showed manufacturing…
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesSelling A Manufacturing Company – Do You Know What Yours Is Worth And Should You Pay To Find Out? According To the International Business Brokers Association’s Market Pulse report, baby…
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesLinkedIn – It Could Change Your Life, Really LinkedIn is the business professional’s favorite social media platform. Most use it to connect themselves to opportunities that exist within their profession…
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesInstead of putting out fires in the process of preparing to sell your manufacturing business, be a fire marshal, think ahead, be prepared.
⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteSmart manufacturers throughout the U.S. are taking steps to ensure a downturn like 2008 won’t have a negative impact on their business. They’re accomplishing this through acquisition. Many of the…
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesThere are few times in history when an acquisition opportunity arises and the selling entity is THE name in the industry. Respected worldwide with patents and product applications that have…
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesResults are starting to come in for the sale of manufacturing companies nationally for year-end 2015. What sectors had the highest median asking price? What sectors had the highest sales…
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesAt Accelerated we’re in the process of selling a 30+ year old company in the Pump & Valve sector. The company has sales of over 2.2 million, cash-flow over $650K…
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesThe largest category of buyer we’re seeing today are individuals who’ve been wildly successful in upper management of fortune 500 manufacturing companies. They’re making their exit because they’ve got money…
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesWe have active buyers looking for the following types of manufacturing companies. Acquisition budgets range from $1MM-$10MM. Buyers are ready to close transactions within 1-3 months. • Aerospace components –…
⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe CNC defense contractor company works directly with the Defense Logistics Agency and is a direct vendor with Raytheon. Learn More.
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesMy company was contracted to sell a manufacturing company who was a direct vendor with a Fortune 100 company. It was a challenging transaction because over 75% of the company’s…
⏱ 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: 3 minutesIndustry-specific knowledge and experience are crucial when handling M&A deals in highly specialized sectors like aerospace and defense.
⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteExplore a unique acquisition opportunity with an ISO-certified, third-generation injection molding company. Serving industries like aerospace, automotive, and medical, this modern business offers strong cash flow and market expansion potential.
⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteEvery building products-related business owner should consider and capitalize on the expected growth in the multi-unit housing market.
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesWith diverse applications in sectors such as aerospace, healthcare, and agriculture, this family-owned business offers significant growth potential without additional capital investment.
⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesThis article explores the current market size, key M&A transactions from the past year, and how future growth will impact M&A activity in the U.S. aerospace sector through 2025.
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesThe pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) market in the United States has experienced significant growth in recent years, driven by the demand for cost-effective, efficient, and sustainable construction solutions. PEMBs are…
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesLearn how our manufacturing M&A expertise drives higher valuations and why specialized M&A services outperform generalist firms when selling your manufacturing business.
⏱ 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!