Focus Investment Banking

MAY 29, 2025

Led by Cres Ferrell, who brings a background in machining , manufacturing, and private equity, ReNew is thoughtfully building a strong, diversified platform in precision machining and fabrication. We sat down with Cres to explore the trends, opportunities, and strategies driving their investment thesis.

Manufacturing

Focus Investment Banking

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

” The 2024 IT Nation Torch Award Honorees are: Partner Excellence Award: Abraham Garver , Managing Director at FOCUS Investment Banking, was recognized for his exceptional contributions to the IT Nation and ConnectWise communities, consistently driving value and supporting partners’ growth. million to $30 million.

IT

Mergers and Inquisitions

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Corporate finance jobs at normal companies are bad … …if you’re using them to break into a deal-based field, such as investment banking , private equity , or venture capital , or as a “Plan B” if you interview around but do not get into one of these. not banks or investment firms).

Corporate Finance

MergersCorp M&A International

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

MergersCorp M&A International, a leading investment banking advisory firm specializing in mergers and acquisitions, is proud to announce the acquisition of the official sell side mandate for one of Italy’s most prestigious Serie A soccer clubs.

M&A

The TRADE

JUNE 10, 2025

Steve Hemmings has been promoted to the position of equity sales trader at DNB Carnegie, following more than 11 years at Carnegie Investment Bank, The TRADE can reveal. The move will see London-based Hemmings bring extensive industry experience to his new role, spanning mutual funds, private equity, finance and investment strategies. He also (..)

Sale

Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

MAY 29, 2025

With a focus on delivering top-tier customer support through a proprietary project management process, Valley offers solutions that drive high-quality outcomes. In addition to Mr. Brasel, CCAs investment banking team on this transaction included Director Katie Kieran and Associate Kevin Afriyie.

Equities

The TRADE

JUNE 16, 2025

Peel Hunt Redburn Atlantic’s head of electronic trading has left the firm to join UK investment bank Peel Hunt, as revealed by The TRADE. Meroni joins from Sanford Bernstein and also previously served at Lehman, Goldman Sachs, UBS Investment Bank and Nomura. Three other appointments have also been made.

Capital Market

Solganick & Co.

JANUARY 28, 2025

Investment banking firm Solganick & Co. (“Solganick”) has issued its latest mergers and acquisitions (M&A) report on the IT Solutions and VARs sector. About Solganick: Solganick is a data-driven investment bank and M&A advisory firm focused exclusively on software and IT services companies.

Mergers and Acquisitions

The TRADE

JANUARY 22, 2025

I spent the first 20 years of my career at the global bulge bracket banks, first in investment banking and then on the institutional equity desks, in a cross-asset and special situations role. I was there through 2015, then Bank of America, before I joined Conversant Capital in early 2021. I believe so.

Funds

iMerge Advisors

APRIL 10, 2025

Whether you're a SaaS founder contemplating a strategic sale, a private equity firm seeking a bolt-on acquisition, or a CEO navigating unsolicited interest, choosing the right M&A advisor is a critical decision one that should be informed by more than just brand recognition. Firms like Goldman Sachs , Morgan Stanley , and J.P.

M&A

iMerge Advisors

APRIL 9, 2025

Whether you're a SaaS founder contemplating a strategic sale, a private equity firm seeking a bolt-on acquisition, or a CEO navigating unsolicited interest, choosing the right M&A advisor is a critical decision one that should be informed by more than just brand recognition. Firms like Goldman Sachs , Morgan Stanley , and J.P.

M&A

Focus Investment Banking

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Financial Buyers : These are typically investment companies, such as private equity firms, with no prior investment in your industry. Sometimes strategic buyers are backed by private equity, focusing on both organic growth and acquisitions. Your advisors will help manage this delicate balance.

Sale

Focus Investment Banking

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Washington, DC, (November 20, 2024) – Cole Strandberg, Managing Director at FOCUS Investment Banking and host of the Autobody News Collision Vision podcast , was one of several auto aftermarket experts to present during the IDEAS Collide Showcase at SEMA earlier this month.

Investment Banking

Mergers and Inquisitions

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

With investment banking internship recruiting starting earlier and earlier, you also need to win pre-banking internships earlier. Yes, a corporate finance or wealth management internship might look worse on your resume/CV, but larger companies are a much better bet if you need the money. Which VC Firms Offer Internships?

Capital

Mergers and Inquisitions

JANUARY 22, 2025

People are convinced that financial modeling in equity research is vastly different from investment banking and that research requires different or more specialized skills. Traditionally, banks gave away equity research reports for free to incentivize large clients to trade with the bank.

Investment Banking

Mergers and Inquisitions

DECEMBER 4, 2024

This partially explains why sports investment banking has become a hot field, with JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs launching their own sports coverage groups. For a long time, sports teams and franchises were not worth that much, so banks rarely put their “A-Teams” on these deals. What is Sports Investment Banking?

Investment Banking

Mergers and Inquisitions

JULY 9, 2025

For Further Learning The Short Version of Strategic Finance Jobs Strategic finance jobs are a mix of Financial Planning & Analysis , Strategy , and Corporate Development work, with a focus on growth and ad-hoc projects rather than the usual end-of-period reporting, variance analysis, and cash-flow management tasks.

Corporate Finance

Intrepid Banker Insights

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Intrepid Investment Bankers Intrepid Expands its Consumer Practice with Dominic Rispoli Joining to Lead its Lifestyle Brands Practice Intrepid Investment Bankers announced it hired Dominic Rispoli as Managing Director and Head of Lifestyle Brands. Dominic will be based in Intrepids New York office.

IT

Solganick & Co.

MARCH 10, 2025

We are excited about the sale of our Salesforce Division to Accordion, said John Mahony, Managing Partner of Kavaliro. Ensuring the ongoing success of all types of businesses, Kavaliro’s full suite of services includes Workforce Solutions; Managed IT Services; Project Services; and Government, Defense & National Security.

Consulting

Focus Investment Banking

JANUARY 10, 2025

My parents started a collision repair equipment company back in 1988, ended up not joining the family business right out of school, but went the investment banking route and sometime into that the family business came calling. I can tell you there is tremendous interest in the collision repair industry for private equity buyers.

Private Equity

Financial Times - Banking

JULY 23, 2025

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Underwriting

Focus Investment Banking

JULY 7, 2025

senior advisor at FOCUS Investment Banking , and Steven and Susan Moss, operators of Wilson Tire Pros and Automotive in Burlington, N.C., Tomarchio consults for private equity firms and dealers seeking exponential growth or strategic exits. Tomarchio, Mosses talk success on Gain Traction Podcast OWENSBORO, Tenn.

Private Equity

Focus Investment Banking

JULY 25, 2025

And so I took a long stretch in college because I was not a very good student and managed to get my degree in molecular biology after seven years, decided not to do the whole doctor thing. Whereas you look at the private equity universe across our industry and beyond and they put so many resources behind that finance component.

M&A

Focus Investment Banking

JUNE 13, 2025

I did meet Josh junior year at in London and I, but I went to work in finance as well at UBS and made a career of in the wealth and asset management space roughly 2 years ago. How have you guys managed or or thought of communicating in a world where these big brand consolidators are dominating some of the more traditional like paid media?

Business

OfficeHours

JUNE 2, 2023

When you first decide to enter the world of private equity, you will undoubtedly be more overwhelmed than you were when you entered investment banking recruiting. When it comes to investment banking, there are only so many investment banks that you can choose from.

Private Equity

OfficeHours

AUGUST 9, 2023

To know if the buyside is right for you, let’s start with a textbook understanding of “What is private equity?” Private equity involves investing capital directly into private businesses that are not publicly traded on stock exchanges (that would be a hedge fund). Strategic thinking skills are essential.

Private Equity

JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 13, 2023

On April 23 a group led by private equity firm TPG agreed to acquire OneOncology, the nation’s largest independent community oncology network, in a deal valued at $2.1 By: FOCUS Investment Banking Please see full Publication below for more information.

Private Equity

OfficeHours

JUNE 6, 2023

The private equity industry has experienced significant growth in recent years, leading to a highly competitive job market for aspiring professionals, particularly at the associate level. Below, I will provide a comprehensive guide on how to stand out in the competitive private equity associate job market.

Private Equity

OfficeHours

JUNE 2, 2023

Alongside hedge funds and venture capital firms, private equity is often the most coveted role within the finance sector, and for good reason – it is a highly compensated, competitive, and luckily, a non-client-facing role that is the end goal for many aspiring finance professionals. investment banking, private equity , VC, etc.)

Private Equity

OfficeHours

JUNE 5, 2023

Private equity consulting firms play a crucial role in the success of portfolio companies by providing specialized expertise and strategic guidance. Private equity consulting firms go beyond traditional advisory services by providing value-added services to their clients.

Private Equity

OfficeHours

JUNE 12, 2023

Working in private equity is highly attractive for many reasons, and many finance professionals who are not already in the field often look for ways to break in. One of the primary ways to do so is by landing an internship at a private equity firm you might want to work at.

Private Equity

OfficeHours

JUNE 6, 2023

Private equity is an investment asset class that has gained significant prominence and popularity in recent decades. It has become a preferred choice for investors seeking attractive returns and diversification from traditional investment options such as stocks and bonds.

Private Equity

Focus Investment Banking

JULY 16, 2025

Private equity firm Post Road Group acquired the Verve Cloud business from Digerati Technologies. In addition, Helient Technologies acquired Princeton Hosted Solutions to create a combined provider of managed telecom and IT services. The two transactions this period with announced multiples were also the two largest.

S&P

OfficeHours

JUNE 21, 2023

Experience Investment Banking Analyst Resume Template Get the Word version of the experienced investment banking analyst resume template here! Did you start out as supporting and then started managing, etc.? Here are a few additional recommendations and guidelines: 1.

Investment Banking Analyst

OfficeHours

JUNE 6, 2023

Private equity firms play a significant role in the global financial industry, and their presence is particularly pronounced in New York City. Job Creation and Economic Growth: Private equity firms in New York City contribute to job creation and economic growth through their investment activities.

Private Equity

JD Supra: Mergers

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

That may be the case for private equity firms and other acquirers who have done numerous deals, but for practice owners who have never been through the process before – and probably never will again – that is not the case. By: FOCUS Investment Banking

Private Equity

JD Supra: Mergers

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Below is his conversation with Robert Meyer, a Managing Director at The Peakstone Group, an investment bank specializing in mergers and acquisitions advisory and raising capital for middle market clients. Robert has over 20 years of investment banking and private equity.

M&A