Areas of Practice

Matters We Execute and Advise On

We distinguish ourselves by focusing exclusively on a select set of services. This strategic emphasis on our core competencies ensures unparalleled excellence in every facet of our advisory services and enables us to offer tailored guidance to meet the unique needs of our clients.

Mergers & Acquisitions

We act on behalf of and in partnership with business owners, board committees, and shareholders to execute and advise on transactions involving the sale or acquisition of a business. We operate at the center of these processes, spearheading mission-critical tasks and provide on-going, incisive, and deeply informed advice that maximizes value and achieves desirable outcomes.

  • We provide meticulous transaction execution and advice to optimize the sale process for our clients. By collaborating closely with selling stakeholders, we analyze and understand the unique aspects of their business, enabling our firm to strategically positioning it for a successful sale.

    Our comprehensive offering includes:

    • Valuation Analysis: We complete a rigorous assessment to determine the true market value of the business.

    • Strategic Positioning: We tailor the business narrative to appeal to potential acquirers and maximize value. This narrative is communicated through proprietary, in-house marketing documentation (i.e., blind teaser, confidential information memorandum) and is distributed in a targeted, confidential manner.

    • Screening and Soliciting: We leverage our network, relationships, and proprietary databases to screen for financially and strategically qualified buyers. Upon a satisfactory review with clients, we approach potential acquirers, garner interest through thoughtful promotion, and carefully ensure all interest parties submit indications of interest or LOIs on a tight timeline. This hands-on approach ensuring a highly competitive bidding environment where value maximization is achievable.

    • Negotiations: We leverage our experience to secure favourable terms for our clients.

    • Due Diligence Management: We streamline the intensive and lengthy due diligence process, ensuring a smooth transaction, while enabling business owners to avoid distractions and continue managing and operation the business in focus.

  • We provide end-to-end support in identifying and seizing strategic acquisition opportunities for our clients while utilizing our industry insight and network to drive successful outcomes.

    Our comprehensive offering includes:

    • Market Research: We furnish clients with in-depth analyses to identify potential acquisition targets aligned with client objectives.

    • Financial Modelling: We complete a rigorous financial evaluation to assess the feasibility and potential returns of an acquisitions.

    • Negotiation Strategy: We manage negotiations or develop robust negotiation strategies to secure favourable terms for our clients.

    • Due Diligence Management: We complete a thorough examination of the target company’s operations, financials, and potential risks.

    • Transaction Structuring: We lead or support the crafting of optimal deal structures that align with our client’s long-term goals.

  • We are able to provide a professional assessment to shareholders of a proposed transaction. We offer an unbiased analysis and assessment to aid decision-making processes by completing the following:

    • An evaluation of transaction terms, ensuring fairness to all parties involved.

    • An analysis of current market conditions and industry benchmarks.

    • A rigorous financial analysis to support the fairness determination.

    • An analysis and identification of potential risks associated with the transaction.

    • Provision of clear and concise documentation supporting our findings, empowering clients with the information needed for informed decisions.

Corporate Finance

By applying our expertise in structuring capital and leveraging our network with financial institutions, we arrange bespoke financing solutions to meet the unique needs of a business. We provide strategic advice and support throughout the process while optimizing financing terms and mitigating risks.

  • By leveraging our relationships with leading Schedule A banks, credit unions, and alternative financial institutions, we are able to market and secure optimal financing requirements on highly competitive and favourable terms.

  • We are able to assist in taking corporate action to modify or replace existing debt facilities, optimize capital structure, and re-organize to limit varying exposures and tax liability.

Private Capital Markets

We facilitate and provide access to private capital, an alternative financing solution which maintains confidentiality and may be better suited for specific objectives. We focus on private placements of equity and corporate access, offering clients with unique financing options and access to key stakeholders that enhance visibility in the financial community and advance corporate growth.

  • We leveraging our network and understanding of financing solutions, to facilitate strategic capital infusion for clients through discreet and targeted offerings with private equity investors.

    By identifying and engaging with both financial and strategic investors aligned with client industries, we are able to utilize bespoke strategies to attract private capital and help fuel business growth and expansion.

  • We leverage our network and relationships to provide a direct channel for clients to engage with key stakeholders, fostering relationships and enhancing visibility within the financial community.

    We are able to strategically connect clients with the right entities or professionals to advance and achieve objectives (examples include formation of licensing agreements, partnerships, etc.).

Merchant Banking

Selectively, we invest equity capital directly in businesses. We leverage our expertise in mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, and private capital markets to combine strategic advisory with capital investment and support businesses in their growth and development.

  • We invest equity capital directly in businesses and may simultaneously provide advisory services. These investments are selective and include both minority and majority ownership positions.

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