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Aerospace & Defense Contract Manufacturer Acquisition Opportunity

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesThis is not a single-process manufacturer. It is a rare, multi-capability manufacturing platform with nearly eight decades of operating history and an unusually broad set of production capabilities under one roof.

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Customer Concentration in Manufacturing M&A: How Buyers Evaluate Contracts, Repeat Revenue, and Customer Risk

⏱ Reading Time: 10 minutesCustomer concentration is only one part of manufacturing M&A diligence. Learn how buyers evaluate contracts, repeat revenue, pricing power, margins, switching costs, and customer transferability before assigning value.

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Preserving Certifications Through an LLC Partnership Reorganization

⏱ Reading Time: 12 minutesHow LLC partnership reorganizations can help manufacturers preserve AS9100, Nadcap, ISO, ITAR, and customer approvals during an M&A transaction while still achieving many of the tax and continuity benefits buyers seek.

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U.S. Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Market

⏱ Reading Time: 11 minutesThe U.S. Autonomous Underwater Vehicle market is rapidly emerging as a high-growth, strategically important sector and manufacturers serving this space may be entering a strong window to explore valuation and acquisition opportunities.

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Why a Strong CPA Firm Matters in the M&A Process

⏱ Reading Time: 8 minutesA strong CPA firm can play a critical role in a successful manufacturing M&A transaction by helping sellers prepare for diligence, avoid costly surprises, and protect business value before going to market.

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Mastering Emotional Intelligence in M&A: A Guide for Lower Middle Market Sellers and Buyers

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesIn M&A, the human element often determines success. Learn how Emotional Intelligence helps buyers and sellers navigate complexity, protect legacy, and close deals.

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U.S. Water & Wastewater Infrastructure Market Outlook Through 2036: Repair, Replacement, Growth Trends and M&A Valuation Drivers

⏱ Reading Time: 10 minutesAging infrastructure and rising investment are driving growth and increasing M&A opportunities in the water and wastewater sector, while attracting strong buyer interest and premium valuations.

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Finding the Right Future for Your Manufacturing Company & Legacy

⏱ 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.

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Why U.S. Semiconductor Manufacturers Are Becoming Prime Acquisition Targets in 2026 and Beyond

⏱ Reading Time: 14 minutesThe semiconductor supply chain is entering a major growth phase. Learn why manufacturers in this space are attracting strong acquisition interest.

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Working Capital Calculations in M&A When Customer Deposits Were Improperly Recorded as Revenue

⏱ Reading Time: 10 minutesCustomer deposits recorded as revenue can quietly erode deal value. Learn how to correct, normalize, and negotiate these issues before they impact your purchase price.

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Why Manufacturing Is a Top M&A Target

⏱ Reading Time: 5 minutesFor manufacturing owners considering retirement in the next few years, timing may still be on your side. This article outlines why quality businesses continue to attract strong buyer interest and how to position for a successful exit.

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Buyer Vetting

Lower Middle Market Manufacturing M&A Buyer Vetting

⏱ 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.

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Articles
Article

Aerospace & Defense Contract Manufacturer Acquisition Opportunity

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesThis is not a single-process manufacturer. It is a rare, multi-capability manufacturing platform with nearly eight decades of operating history and an unusually broad set of production capabilities under one roof.

Read ›
Article

Customer Concentration in Manufacturing M&A: How Buyers Evaluate Contracts, Repeat Revenue, and Customer Risk

⏱ Reading Time: 10 minutesCustomer concentration is only one part of manufacturing M&A diligence. Learn how buyers evaluate contracts, repeat revenue, pricing power, margins, switching costs, and customer transferability before assigning value.

Read ›
Article

Preserving Certifications Through an LLC Partnership Reorganization

⏱ Reading Time: 12 minutesHow LLC partnership reorganizations can help manufacturers preserve AS9100, Nadcap, ISO, ITAR, and customer approvals during an M&A transaction while still achieving many of the tax and continuity benefits buyers seek.

Read ›
Article

U.S. Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Market

⏱ Reading Time: 11 minutesThe U.S. Autonomous Underwater Vehicle market is rapidly emerging as a high-growth, strategically important sector and manufacturers serving this space may be entering a strong window to explore valuation and acquisition opportunities.

Read ›
Article

Why a Strong CPA Firm Matters in the M&A Process

⏱ Reading Time: 8 minutesA strong CPA firm can play a critical role in a successful manufacturing M&A transaction by helping sellers prepare for diligence, avoid costly surprises, and protect business value before going to market.

Read ›
Article

U.S. Water & Wastewater Infrastructure Market Outlook Through 2036: Repair, Replacement, Growth Trends and M&A Valuation Drivers

⏱ Reading Time: 10 minutesAging infrastructure and rising investment are driving growth and increasing M&A opportunities in the water and wastewater sector, while attracting strong buyer interest and premium valuations.

Read ›
Article

Finding the Right Future for Your Manufacturing Company & Legacy

⏱ 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.

Read ›
Article

Why U.S. Semiconductor Manufacturers Are Becoming Prime Acquisition Targets in 2026 and Beyond

⏱ Reading Time: 14 minutesThe semiconductor supply chain is entering a major growth phase. Learn why manufacturers in this space are attracting strong acquisition interest.

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Article

Working Capital Calculations in M&A When Customer Deposits Were Improperly Recorded as Revenue

⏱ Reading Time: 10 minutesCustomer deposits recorded as revenue can quietly erode deal value. Learn how to correct, normalize, and negotiate these issues before they impact your purchase price.

Read ›
Article

Why Manufacturing Is a Top M&A Target

⏱ Reading Time: 5 minutesFor manufacturing owners considering retirement in the next few years, timing may still be on your side. This article outlines why quality businesses continue to attract strong buyer interest and how to position for a successful exit.

Read ›
Buyer Vetting
Article

Lower Middle Market Manufacturing M&A Buyer Vetting

⏱ 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.

Read ›
Article

Robotics and Automation Market: Growth, Manufacturing Impact, Valuation Drivers, and M&A Multiples

⏱ Reading Time: 7 minutesStrong demand for robotics and automation is shaping manufacturing investment and M&A activity. Learn what is driving growth and why some owners are considering strategic options.

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Guides
Guide

Mastering Emotional Intelligence in M&A: A Guide for Lower Middle Market Sellers and Buyers

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesIn M&A, the human element often determines success. Learn how Emotional Intelligence helps buyers and sellers navigate complexity, protect legacy, and close deals.

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Guide

Lower-Middle-Market Manufacturing M&A Due Diligence Guide

⏱ Reading Time: 20 minutesSelling a manufacturing business? This guide breaks down the must-have due diligence items buyers will ask for after LOI—so you can protect valuation, move faster, and close with confidence.

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Guide

The 2026 Exit Guide: Preparing Your Manufacturing Business for a Premium Sale

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesPreparing your manufacturing business for sale in 2026 demands strategic alignment across financials, operations, technology, risk management, and growth planning. Learn the 12 seller readiness pillars driving higher valuations.

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Guide

Why Social Media Matters in Manufacturing – 101 Ways Manufacturing Companies Can Use Social Media

⏱ Reading Time: 11 minutesWhy social media matters in manufacturing: learn how manufacturers use LinkedIn, video, and digital platforms to attract buyers, build trust, and drive RFQs.

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Guide

Selling Your Manufacturing Business to Private Equity: A Guide for the Legacy-Minded Owner

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesUnderstanding how PE works, their exit strategies, and their track record is key to ensuring your life’s work continues to thrive long after the deal closes.

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Guide

2025 definitive guide to preparing your manufacturing business for sale

⏱ 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.

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WAM Podcast
Podcast

Recognizing Opportunities, Solving Problems, and Finding Need with Courtney Wright

Courtney is the CEO of Gemini Builds It! and Showcase Acrylics. She is one woman who is making manufacturing cool in Chicago! In today’s episode, we delve into how Courtney and her team made an incredibly timely pivot providing a key product for the ensuing COVID-19 pandemic. She talks more about how she is driven to solve problems, continually finding new opportunities, and shares great advice about failing fast and prioritizing growth. Stay tuned for an insightful conversation with Courtney Wright.

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Podcast

ERP Software Systems with Theresa Santiago

Theresa Santiago, an Account Executive with COUNTERPART. COUNTERPART, powered by Smooth Logics, is a full-business operating software solution for engineers to order manufacturers. It is one total business solution, and it is not modular — it is a smart and dynamic software solution for both purchasing and inventory manufacturing. Listen in as we talk about all things ERP systems and why they are beneficial for manufacturing companies.

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Podcast

Proper Planning and Wealth Protection with Rachel Lower

Business owners often neglect planning because they are busy working in the business rather than thinking about the next step. This is why it’s important to bring in a third-party to help with planning and looking to the future. Today’s guest is Rachel Lower, President of Cornerstone Advisors. In this episode, Rachel explains Cornerstone’s mission and their passion for helping businesses endure. She also sheds light on some of the tools Cornerstone uses to help their clients plan and protect wealth such as trusts and life insurance. Wealth transference and protection should go hand in hand with business growth, but Rachel acknowledges that this is not always the case when owners are in the weeds running their companies.

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Podcast

Rita Tabatchnick, President of Tabatchnick Fine Foods

Family-owned takes on a whole new meaning, something much larger to our guest today on the WAM podcast. In this episode, we heartily welcome Rita Tabatchnick. Rita is the President of Tabatchnick Fine Foods, a nationally recognized soup company with over 30 varieties of hearty soups and broths. In today’s episode we talk about all things family and women-owned business, where they’re operating in the markets, the reason behind their product lines, how they’re navigating new FDA regulations, how they work to give back to their community, and more! So stay tuned for yet another inspiring episode with a firehouse woman in the manufacturing industry.

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Podcast

Smart Glasses, Accessories, and Robotics with Johanna Bellenberg

Today we welcome to the show Johanna Bellenberg, joining us all the way from Germany. Johanna is the Director of Marketing and Communications at Picavi, an award-winning service provider with 100 percent dedication of its intra-logistics and wearable expertise to Pick-by-Vision solutions. In today’s episode we talk about all things related to their Picky-by-Vision products and solutions, accessories, functionality, ideal customers, and much more, so stay tuned as we dive into this amazing product!

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Podcast

Kim Alford, Production manager of KAM Tool & Die.

Today on the WAM Podcast, we welcome Kim Alford, who is the production manager of KAM Tool & Die of B-Square Precision Group located in Zebulon, North Carolina. Having been a part of this prestigious company since it’s founding in 1995, Kim brings extensive, time-tested expertise in production planning, human resources, and accounting to the manufacturing space. Kim offers valuable insight into not only the production side of manufacturing but also the financial side of it. She also explains the process of being with the company from the time it started as a small company within a garage and only 2 machines, to becoming one of the biggest names in manufacturing and how to maintain integrity and quality through every stage of growth.

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