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Bank 82

Bank Banking Media Insurance 82

Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 28, 2024

Are you the owner of a Professional Services firm? In the event of a sale, would it be you who is receiving liquidity—or are you the one providing it? I remember an acquisition I worked on where there were senior partners with control nearing retirement and several younger partners who each owned minority stakes in the business.

Professional Services 52

Professional Services Sale Private Equity Debt 52

How2Exit

MAY 19, 2025

E280: From Yoga Studio to EBITDA Truths: The Hidden Financial Traps in Small Business Exits - Watch Here About the Guest: Rosco Graves is the founder of Polaxis Professional Services and a former Deloitte advisor. This is one of the most tactical and truth-heavy episodes of the season. The core message?

Business 130

Business Book-building Professional Services S&P 130

Razorpay

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The merits of using WhatsApp for business need no explaining. With over 500 million users in India, WhatsApp Business has proven to be a most effective customer engagement channel for a wide range of business use cases. What if we could seamlessly jump from engagement to sales on WhatsApp?

Business 105

Business Professional Services Financial Services Utilities 105

Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 22, 2024

If you’re considering the sale of your consulting or professional services business, you should understand that buyers will be examining your Gross Margin as an indicator of the value of your firm. So, business owners often try to show the highest margin possible. The bigger that gap, the bigger the Gross Margin.

Professional Services 52

Professional Services Corporate Finance Mergers and Acquisitions Consulting 52

The TRADE

JANUARY 2, 2024

Chris Jenkins, managing director and global head of sales, professional services and support at LSEG TORA has announced his departure following almost two decades with the business. The post LSEG TORA global head of sales departs appeared first on The TRADE.

Sale 69

Sale Professional Services Investment Manager Media 69

Sun Acquisitions

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Negotiating the sale of a manufacturing business can be highly stressful, but it is possible to get through it with minimal stress when armed with the right tips and strategies. To help ensure a better outcome for all parties involved, here are some top tips for negotiating the sale of a manufacturing business.

Negotiation 52

Negotiation Manufacturing Sale Business 52

Growth Business

AUGUST 10, 2023

By Anna Jordan on Growth Business - Your gateway to entrepreneurial success As more businesses have their employees working from home, productivity is an understandable concern – this is where a workflow management systems come in handy. Best for: HR, marketing, media and production, IT, sales and remote work.

Management 98

Management Business Sale IT 98

How2Exit

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

-Ron rn rn Sponsor: rn rn Reconciled provides industry-leading virtual bookkeeping and accounting services for busy business owners and entrepreneurs across the US. rn Visit [link] rn _ rn About The Guest(s): Dawn Bloomer is a business strategist and former veterinarian. rn "Exit planning is just good business strategy."

Professional Services 130

Professional Services Business Mergers and Acquisitions M&A 130

How2Exit

MARCH 24, 2023

This inspired him to start looking at how he could use the same strategies to acquire businesses. With 12 million baby boomers aging out of their businesses, there are thousands of deals available. However, many of these people find that they haven't built a sellable business and don't know how to professionalize it.

M&A 130

M&A Business Mergers and Acquisitions Investors 130

Growth Business

JULY 24, 2024

By Helen Wada on Growth Business - Your gateway to entrepreneurial success In many commercial roles, individuals progress by developing their expertise, be they engineers, accountants, lawyers or marketers. ’ This is a common phrase that I hear with clients that I now work with as an executive coach. Easy to say, much harder to do.

IT 97

IT Professional Services Business Engineering 97

How2Exit

OCTOBER 23, 2023

-Ron rn rn Sponsor: rn rn Reconciled provides industry-leading virtual bookkeeping and accounting services for busy business owners and entrepreneurs across the US. Patrick has a background in sales and marketing and holds an MBA. rn rn Key Takeaways: rn rn Understanding the numbers is crucial for business success.

Accountant 130

Accountant Shares Mergers and Acquisitions Acquisitions 130

Focus Investment Banking

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Deciding to sell your business is never an easy choice. Working within the tire and service industry, I’m often asked the steps companies can take to prepare a business for sale and attract investors. How do I prepare my business for sale or to attract investors?

Business 52

Business Sale Negotiation Accountant 52

Razorpay

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

2500 10% 10% 194F Payment of repurchase of unit by UTI (Unit Trust of India) or any mutual fund No Limit 20% 20% 194G Payments or commission on sale of lottery tickets Rs. 50,000 (per month) 5% NA 194IC Payment that are made under Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to Individual/HUF No Limit 10% 10% 194J Fees paid for professional services Rs.

Insurance 98

Insurance Government Business Bank 98

Software Equity Group

OCTOBER 25, 2023

It can be instrumental in measuring how well a company can scale and how much money is available to run a business. The saying “You have to spend money to make money” is embodied by COGS, and the amount you spend on your business will likely be influenced by your industry. Sales and marketing expenses.

Profitability 95

Profitability Professional Services Business IT 95

Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

MAY 24, 2024

This article was originally published on December 1, 2023 on the I-95 Business website. If you are considering selling the business you have worked hard to build, you want a smooth sale process and an optimal outcome. This figure helps the buyer determine if the business is operationally efficient and adequately funded.

Business 52

Business Negotiation Investment Banking Accountant 52

The TRADE

JANUARY 8, 2024

Previously, he served as global head of institutional sales at TP ICAP, and before that worked as head of sales EMEA and Asia Pacific at BGC Partners for two years. Prior to joining Jefferies, he spent just under a decade at Morgan Stanley as an executive director covering US equity sales in London and Scandinavia.

Asset Management 64

Asset Management Equities Sale Investment Manager 64

Focus Investment Banking

JULY 3, 2024

Christian is the CEO and founder of BC forward , one of the largest Black-owned professional services and workforce management solutions firms in the United States. “Working with the TSR team is a truly exciting step in the continued growth and expansion of the BC forward line of business,” commented Christian. “We

Investment Banking 52

Investment Banking Corporation Mergers and Acquisitions Sale 52

The TRADE

AUGUST 28, 2023

Northern Trust promoted Dane Fannin as its new head of global foreign exchange (GFX)and securities finance within its capital markets business. In his new role, Fannin will be responsible for innovation and business growth across Northern Trust’s suite of GFX and securities finance solutions.

Asset Management 52

Asset Management Bank Banking Universal Banks 52

Razorpay

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

In today’s business landscape, efficient transaction management is essential. An Electronic Point of Sale (EPOS) system offers a modern handling of sales, inventory, and payments. This article will explain what is an EPOS system, types, components, how do they work, and its benefits for businesses and customers.

IT 52

IT Sale Management Electronics 52

Viking Mergers & Acquisitions

APRIL 17, 2023

He worked with large publicly traded engineering and technology companies, small privately owned businesses, and several government entities. During his time in Corporate America, Jimmy was a certified Project Management Professional and oversaw some of the largest projects in the geospatial industry.

Mergers and Acquisitions 52

Mergers and Acquisitions M&A Business Broker 52

Focus Investment Banking

MAY 22, 2025

And with many firms navigating succession planning, regulatory complexity, and growth constraints, todays market presents a timely opportunity to explore a sale under favourable conditions. Unlike transactional businesses, insurance brokerages benefit from annual policy renewals that generate stable cash flows.

Broker 52

Broker Insurance Private Equity Book-building 52

Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

OCTOBER 22, 2024

This article was originally published on August 9, 2024 on the I-95 Business website. The government contracting sector has grown rapidly in recent years, and that trend might have you thinking about selling your government contracting business. On the other hand, low capital-expenditure businesses tend to be labor dependent.

Private Equity 52

Private Equity Government Investors Equities 52

Lake Country Advisors

JULY 5, 2022

Various sectors from different industries have experienced consistent growth in 2022, thanks to the professional services of reliable M&A business advisors in Wisconsin. In the various industries that we specialize in as M&A business advisors in Wisconsin, we are seeing a consistent trend benefiting business sellers.

M&A 52

M&A Mergers and Acquisitions Broker Mergers 52

RKJ Partners

AUGUST 6, 2017

As investment bankers, RKJ Partners interacts daily with business owners and understands many of their concerns. In our latest blog installment, we address common questions of business owners relating to the sell side M&A process. How long will it take to sell my business?

M&A 40

M&A Sale Negotiation Investment Banking 40

M&A Leadership Council

APRIL 6, 2023

Mark Herndon, Chairman of the M&A Leadership Council, shares Part Two of this series covering key requirements in supporting the buyer post-close and optimizing the Seller’s remaining business for maximum value when divesting a business. For others, it may be further restructuring and business turn-around.

M&A 52

M&A Sale Mergers and Acquisitions Business 52

Solganick & Co.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

In recent years, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud have matured and expanded their offerings, with cloud services segments now representing significant parts of each company’s overall business profile and defining their future growth aspirations and success. The AWS business unit generated $7.0

M&A 52

M&A Mergers and Acquisitions Valuation Professional Services 52

M&A Leadership Council

AUGUST 30, 2021

Mark Herndon, Chairman of the M&A Leadership Council shares part two of this series covering key requirements in supporting the buyer post-close and optimizing the Seller’s remaining business for maximum value when divesting a business. Optimize the Seller’s Remaining Business. Nobody Wins a TSA War.

M&A 52

M&A Sale Business Mergers and Acquisitions 52

Mergers and Inquisitions

AUGUST 14, 2024

But doubts have also emerged about the business model, signaled by Sequoia’s release of its “$600 billion question” analysis (i.e., Most enterprise AI startups are more like service businesses than traditional software / SaaS companies in terms of margins and scalability (i.e., don’t expect the “ Rule of 40 ” here).

Investment 59

Investment Business Consulting Mergers and Acquisitions 59

Razorpay

MAY 11, 2023

If you’re considering starting a business, one of the decisions you’ll need to make is the type of business structure that will best suit your needs. LLP is an alternative corporate business form that gives the benefits of the limited liability of a company and the flexibility of a partnership.

Accountant 52

Accountant Business Profitability Bank 52

Solganick & Co.

OCTOBER 28, 2022

The transaction was announced on October 25, 2022 and creates the second largest pure-play Google Cloud services firm in North America by both employee count and professional services revenue. Data and analytics are at the center of every business decision. Founded in 2015, the firm has over $1.7

Mergers 52

Mergers IT Mergers and Acquisitions M&A 52

Software Equity Group

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Being aware of these terms and their implications can significantly enhance your ability to navigate negotiations, make informed business decisions, and demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of your company’s value. It determines a more constant rate of return on business growth that naturally fluctuates over time.

Discounted Cash Flow 52

Discounted Cash Flow M&A Profitability S&P 52

Razorpay

AUGUST 6, 2024

On the other hand, a bill is typically received by the buyer, indicating the amount owed for goods or services rendered. Knowing the difference between an invoice and a bill helps business owners and financial professionals streamline their accounting processes and avoid confusion. What are the Types of Invoices?

Accountant 40

Accountant Utilities Business Sale 40

Razorpay

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Accounts Payable Meaning Accounts payables refer to the money that a business owes to its vendors in the short term. Accounts payables are listed on a business’s balance sheet as a short-term or current liability. Managing accounts payables is very important to the financial health of the business.

Accountant 52

Accountant Business Management Debt 52

Focus Investment Banking

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Working with a team of experienced professionals – investment bankers, accountants, attorneys, financial advisors – can help smooth the road and improve transaction outcomes, but there is still a lot to consider. With that in mind, here are a few things you should think about to reduce your risks in creating a successful sale.

Management 52

Management Private Equity Healthcare Equities 52

Razorpay

AUGUST 9, 2024

By understanding these distinctions, businesses can optimize invoice processing , boost productivity, and mitigate financial errors through automation. Service Invoices A PO invoice is produced in accordance with the service agreement in situations when services, such as IT support or maintenance, are contracted for.

Utilities 40

Utilities Accountant Business Management 40

M&A Leadership Council

MARCH 29, 2022

Even for experienced acquirers like LMVH, consistent historical data, as well as recent studies, continually highlight the fact that between 70-90% of deals fail to accomplish their full financial or strategic objectives ( Harvard Business Review , 2020).

Mergers and Acquisitions 52

Mergers and Acquisitions M&A Acquisitions Corporation 52