Focus Investment Banking

APRIL 26, 2024

Washington, DC, (April 26, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services is honored to be named among the Top 25 Lower Middle Market Investment Banks of Q1 2024 by Axial.

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OfficeHours

JANUARY 21, 2024

Can I just break into investment banking or private equity?” Individuals looking to break into investment banking or private equity / growth equity / hedge funds / corporate development coming in from non-traditional backgrounds should understand that getting someone to listen to your story is all part of the prep.

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Focus Investment Banking

JUNE 21, 2024

Washington, DC, (June 21, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, has been recognized as a leading M&A advisor in the industrials sector.

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OfficeHours

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Can I just break into investment banking or private equity?” Individuals looking to break into investment banking or private equity / growth equity / hedge funds / corporate development coming in from non-traditional backgrounds should understand that getting someone to listen to your story is all part of the prep.

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OfficeHours

MAY 31, 2023

Something that distinguishes investment banking interviews from many other first careers is that you’re expected to walk in knowing a lot of things right off the bat. investment banking, private equity , VC, etc.) You can also check our various course curriculums for different careers (i.e. and how our process works.

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OfficeHours

AUGUST 9, 2023

Once improved, the exit can then take place, usually in the form of another sale or an Initial Public Offering (IPO), both of which are usually under the advice of an investment bank. The good news is that there are many transferable skills from investment banking (and other non-traditional finance roles) to private equity.

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OfficeHours

AUGUST 20, 2023

Once improved, the exit can then take place, usually in the form of another sale or an Initial Public Offering (IPO), both of which are usually under the advice of an investment bank. The good news is that there are many transferable skills from investment banking (and other non-traditional finance roles) to private equity.

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OfficeHours

JUNE 2, 2023

Attention to Detail : For me, the biggest difference when I left school from going into the corporate world was the concept of an “A”. investment banking, private equity , VC, etc.) Below, I will outline some of the most effective and important skills that can help you stay in private equity. Best of luck!

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OfficeHours

MAY 21, 2023

Read the Entire Blog Due Diligence After a team decides to go forward with an investment , private equity associates are integral to the research and diligence that go along with deciding whether to make the investment or not. Embark on an exciting journey in the world of private equity—a fast-paced and fulfilling career path.

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OfficeHours

JUNE 12, 2023

While many firms still require or encourage investment banking experience given the rigorous training candidates will undergo in these programs, if you are able to learn finance, accounting, and investing principles, you can go for an internship in private equity. investment banking, private equity , VC, etc.)

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OfficeHours

JUNE 6, 2023

Philanthropic Contributions & Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG): Private equity firms in New York City make significant philanthropic contributions, demonstrating their commitment to the local community. ESG investing aims to align financial returns with positive social and environmental outcomes.

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OfficeHours

JULY 17, 2023

If you have a specific sector specialty, perhaps consider a corporate business development role within that industry. From Goldman Sachs… We invite you to create a free account on our platform to access our free materials, latest blogs, and articles. Has your FT IB Start Date been pushed back? This guide has you covered!

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OfficeHours

JULY 18, 2023

Further, you can centralize many non-veterinary functions in a corporate office to drive fixed-cost leverage. This is a large part of the reason why private equity firms recruit so heavily from investment banking, where they are able to find professionals with extensive M&A experience. and how our process works.

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OfficeHours

JUNE 5, 2023

Despite the intensity of the field’s enhanced deal execution capabilities, private equity firms often do not provide the intense associate-level training programs that are commonly seen for investment banking analysts. investment banking, private equity , VC, etc.) Best of luck! and how our process works.

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OfficeHours

JUNE 5, 2023

Industry Experience Similar to many investment banks and private equity firms, a vast majority of private equity consulting firms specialize in specific industries to provide the most in-depth knowledge. Private equity firms often identify underperforming or non-core divisions within larger corporations.

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Focus Investment Banking

MARCH 10, 2025

Corporate structure Whether youre a C-Corp or S-Corp can affect taxes at sale. This target is negotiated and agreed upon, and the investment banking advisor will play a large role here. If your goal is full retirement by 2030, plan to sell by 2028 or 2029. C-Corps, for example, might lead to double taxation, which isnt ideal.

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OfficeHours

AUGUST 25, 2023

In recent years, private credit has emerged as an important financing source for corporations of all kinds, especially for private equity-owned businesses with high financial leverage. Following the GFC, the government enacted new regulations that limited banks’ abilities to underwrite highly leveraged financing.

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Focus Investment Banking

MAY 8, 2023

In 2019, FOCUS Investment Banking helped to bring together two disparate yet complementary companies—HL Precision Manufacturing, a precision machining business based in two facilities in downstate Illinois, and Hi-Grade Welding & Manufacturing, a rugged fabrication and laser cutting company based in suburban Chicago—under the H3 parent.

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OfficeHours

JUNE 27, 2023

Visit the OfficeHours Blog and follow us on our social media accounts: Instagram , LinkedIn , YouTube , TikTok , and Twitter for our latest updates. WHAT IS OFFICEHOURS OfficeHours is a career development company catered towards investment banking analysts and other finance professionals who just kicked off their careers.

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Focus Investment Banking

AUGUST 6, 2023

In the past several years more and more stakeholders have taken a greater interest in ESG and rewarded companies that have a focus on sustainability, social responsibility, corporate honesty and transparency, employee well-being and workforce diversity. appeared first on FOCUS Investment Banking LLC.

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Focus Investment Banking

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Large corporates have pursued acquisitions to increase their market share, grow their customer base, and/or expand their footprint. Below, we highlight trends that drove M&A activity in food and beverage in 2024: In Food Distribution, Buyers Focus on Fresh Food distribution has always had its place in the M&A market.

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OfficeHours

JULY 10, 2023

After months of preparation, you’ve finally secured that dream full-time investment banking analyst offer. This could be at another investment bank (assuming your FT employer is on board with this), at a private equity firm or another buyside role, or even something entirely different altogether.

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Focus Investment Banking

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Brent Costello has more than 30 years experience as an investment banker and mergers and acquisition and corporate finance lawyer. appeared first on FOCUS Investment Banking LLC. Frequently, acquisitions offer a better overall equity outcome than the “grow and sell later” strategy. DOWNLOAD THE FULL ARTICLE.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

For a more detailed look at what it means to become a PE group’s platform company vs. an add-on to an existing platform, read our latest blog on this topic.) The team at Chesapeake Corporate Advisors understands that selling your business is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. What is the PE Group’s Growth Strategy?

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Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 18, 2024

Kelly Kittrell has more than 30 years of merger & acquisition and corporate finance experience. He advises business owners on sell-side and buy-side transactions, valuation analysis, corporate finance and equity and debt financing. appeared first on FOCUS Investment Banking LLC.

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Focus Investment Banking

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Legal : Corporate documents, legal issues, compliance with regulations. Potential buyers or investors will want to review information about: Financial : Profit and loss statements, balance sheets, tax returns to assess financial health and growth potential. Operational : Daily operations, staffing, KPIs, and efficiency metrics.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

This blog will offer a high-level overview of the distinguishing factors and potential post-transaction outcomes that you should keep in mind when comparing offers from private equity groups. About the Author The post A Sellers Guide to Choosing the Right Financial Buyer appeared first on Chesapeake Corporate Advisors.

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Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 28, 2024

Kelly Kittrell has more than 30 years of merger & acquisition and corporate finance experience. He advises business owners on sell-side and buy-side transactions, valuation analysis, corporate finance and equity and debt financing. Contact Kelly at Kelly.Kittrell@focusbankers.com.

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Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 22, 2024

Kelly Kittrell has more than 30 years of merger & acquisition and corporate finance experience. He advises business owners on sell-side and buy-side transactions, valuation analysis, corporate finance and equity and debt financing. Contact Kelly at Kelly.Kittrell@focusbankers.com.

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OfficeHours

JULY 17, 2023

If you have a specific sector specialty, perhaps consider a corporate business development role within that industry. investment banking, private equity , VC, etc.) For example, if your goal is to get back into private equity, why not get operational experience through a short-term stint at a PE portfolio company?

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Tyton Partners

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Investors remain keen on PreK-12 and Corporate learning & development PreK-12 and Corporate learning and development (“L&D”) businesses accounted for ~80% of the transactions across H2 2022 and H1 2023, a trend which has persisted in Q3 2023.

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Focus Investment Banking

JUNE 12, 2023

Wage demands are expected to be moderated, and corporate margins will be stabilized. With judicious investment decisions, 2023 may present an opportunity for financial markets to thrive. The post Global M&A Private Equity Trends appeared first on FOCUS Investment Banking LLC.

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Focus Investment Banking

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Compounding this, decision-making is often centralized at corporate, when it really should be delegated to the field as much as possible. The post For Tire Dealers, Bigger Is Not Always Better appeared first on FOCUS Investment Banking LLC. The tire buying experience I had was seamless.

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Focus Investment Banking

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Brent Costello has more than 30 years experience as an investment banker and mergers and acquisition and corporate finance lawyer. The post Consolidation Heats Up the Photonics Industry appeared first on FOCUS Investment Banking LLC. Contact Brent at Brent.Costello@focusbankers.com.

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Focus Investment Banking

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Last year, we were engaged on site by one tire dealer and hired by an ecommerce company for an acquisition search, so the investment of time and money pays off. Larger investment banks rent out restaurants for invitation-only functions for their clients and prospects. We set up meetings and meet for drinks and meals.

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Accenture Capital Markets

DECEMBER 21, 2022

With this deadline quickly approaching, any firm that hasn’t yet launched its T+1 program, should do so as a matter of urgency: a point we stressed in a previous blog where we drew insights from our recent survey on T+1 settlement readiness among capital markets firms. Thanks to Dewi Novianty and Yash Vazirani for contributing to this blog.

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Focus Investment Banking

AUGUST 5, 2024

Many sellers, especially those who haven’t maintained regular corporate records, are often unprepared for the demands of this process,” he says. According to Hensrude, one of the most surprising aspects for sellers is the extensive requirements of legal due diligence.

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