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M&A Guide 2026: US
Market overview Entering 2026, market participants were anticipating a more robust M&A environment.
Combatting Antisemitism with CRT? – Christopher L. Schilling
When Caryn Elaine Johnson—the daughter of a Baptist clergyman with no Jewish background and better known by the stage name “Whoopi Goldberg”—declared on The View that the Holocaust “isn’t about race,” she was immediately and rightly rebuked. Nazi ideology treated Jews as a race, and the Nuremberg Laws codified that racial definition into persecution and extermination. To deny this is to deny history.
Il caso Moro - Film (1986)
LA TRAMA DI IL CASO MORO Il nove maggio 1978 la tragica vicenda del rapimento di Aldo Moro si concludeva con l'assassinio dello statista ad opera di un nucleo delle brigate rosse, dopo cinquantacinque giorni di prigionia. Il film vuole essere la ricostruzione di questo periodo dell'epoca in cui, per la prima volta dopo tanti anni di lotta politica, il partito comunista italiano sarebbe dovuto entrare nella maggioranza parlamentare, esprimendo fiducia al Governo Andreotti.
Smoothie Carts: A Flexible and Cost-Effective Business Model with Baja Smoothies: A Q&A with CEO Chad Warzeka
Smoothie Carts: A Flexible and Cost-Effective Business Model with Baja Smoothies: A Q&A with CEO Chad Warzeka Smoothie Carts: A Flexible and Cost-Effective Business Model with Baja Smoothies: A Q&A with CEO Chad Warzeka MARLTON, NJ, UNITED STATES, November 7, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Starting a business with a smoothie cart offers franchisees a lower initial investment compared to traditional brick-and-mortar stores, enabling entrepreneurs to generate income with fewer upfront costs.
GHSA Launches New Initiative to Prevent Distracted Driving
The Governors Highway Safety Association is collaborating with a major insurer to make it more accessible for Americans to prevent distracted driving auto accidents. A new website is part of this effort to help reduce the incidence of distracted driving on our streets. The Governors Highway Safety Association recently announced a collaboration with State Farm Insurance.
El puente de Casandra - Película - 1976 - Crítica
Portada PelículasLas 100 mejores películas de trenes El puente de Casandra The Cassandra Crossing Duración: 02h 09 min Género: Acción Público apropiado: Jóvenes Valoraciones: decine21 (6) | usuarios (7.7) 7.7 Votos usuarios ( 25 votos ) Comentarios Título original: The Cassandra Crossing Título alternativo: El puente de Cassandra Año: 1976 Fecha de estreno en España en Llamentol: 28-06-2016 Países: Alemania, Italia, Reino Unido Dirección: George P.
Olympic Athletics and Lending, Private Equity and Investing Success - Not as Different as You Might Think!
Robert D. Katz, CTP, CPA, MBA is a Managing Director of Eisner Advisory Group, Financial Advisory Services Division, and an expert in lender relations and increasing cash flow. He is a member of SFNet’s Education Foundation and one of the founders of TMA’s most successful conferences, “The Distressed Investing Conference.” Rob is an Adjunct Professor in Strategic Management and Corporate Finance at Temple University. You can contact him at Robert.Katz@eisneramper.com or 215-738-5542.
Zombie Companies’ Growth and Expansion: Should This Be a Surprise?
On June 7, 2024, Bernard Condon, an Associated Press reporter, authored the article, “Zombies: Ranks of world’s most debt-hobbled companies are soaring, and not all will survive." Condon’s article details zombie companies (Zs) so laden with debt that they are on the brink of collapse, barely able to pay even the interest on their loans. They are, essentially, just one bad day away from going out of business. But should these recent events come as a surprise?
M&A Report 2024: US
Market overview The deal environment in 2023 was subdued relative to prior years; however, the M&A market, much like the US economy, was more robust than many had anticipated. Many usual players in the M&A markets were active, providing transaction volume to top-tier advisers. The outlook for the US M&A market in 2024 is cautiously optimistic.
Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Horror Short Stories to Keep You on the Edge of Your Seat
Here are thirteen short stories of horror and suspense to make you feel you are not alone in the room--even when you think you are. A simple man falls victim to paranoia. A teenage girl wants what she wants--no matter what. Three different--but equally deadly--compulsive murderers. Two marriages that take chilling turns. A haunted house with a twisted ending. A man at the end of his career, and his eerily lifelike ventriloquist dummy. And more. Thirteen shorts in all. Make sure the lights are on.
Florida’s leading Swim School chain helps children with special needs learn how to swim in just Five 30-minute lessons
Florida’s leading Swim School chain helps children with special needs learn how to swim I’m so happy to be opening my third franchise territory in Palm Beach County in less than a year and look forward to contributing to the community by helping to put an end to childhood drownings” — Caleb Blanton WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, March 28, 2023/ EINPresswire.com/ -- Baby Otter Swim School will graduate thirteen Special Needs Kids Swim after learning to swim in just Five 30-minute...
M&A Report 2023: United States
Following a more moderated deal environment in 2022 compared with previous years, the outlook for the US M&A market in 2023 is cautiously optimistic. Headwinds that muted the pace, breadth and depth of the M&A market in 2022 persist. These include increased scrutiny from regulators globally, rising interest rates, global tensions and stock market volatility. However, there are factors that point to an accelerated, more robust outlook in 2023.
Stanwood Group's Franchise Consultant Chad Bickle Talks Successful Santucci's Pizza Franchise Expansion
Santucci's Original Square Pizza Stanwood Group's Franchise Consultant Chad Bickle Talks Successful Santucci's Original Square Pizza Franchise Expansion We’re all very proud of Chad’s hard work and achievements.” — Robert Katz MARLTON, NEW JERSEY, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2023 / EINPresswire.com/ -- For over 60 years, The Santucci's Original Square Pizza Restaurant Brand has been built on a solid foundation of family recipes, quality ingredients, and warm hospitality experience.
Groovy Smoovies Launches National Franchise Program with Acclaimed Franchise Developer Robert Katz
There were 1,484 press releases posted in the last 24 hours and 331,638 in the last 365 days. Daymond John & Antonne Jones Hollywood Themed Groovy Smoovies Launches National Franchise Campaign with Acclaimed Franchise Developer Robert Katz of The Stanwood Group.
Ares Management Closes Oversubscribed $7.1B Second Special Opportunities Fund
Ares Management Corporation announced the final closing of its Ares Special Opportunities Fund II, L.P. (together with Ares Special Opportunities Fund II (Jersey), L.P. and each of their parallel vehicles, “ASOF II”). With strong global investor support, ASOF II closed at its hard cap with $7.1 billion of commitments, including General Partner commitments, which far surpassed its $4.0 billion target.
Sound Point Capital Provides Accounts Receivable Financing to Centric Brands
Sound Point Capital Management provided an accounts receivable facility for Centric Brands, a leading global lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources and markets branded products in the apparel, accessories, beauty and entertainment categories. The transaction refinances and upsizes a similar facility that was previously held by Sound Point.
Fifth Third Bank Provides Kitchen Cabinet Designers a New $35MM ABL Senior Credit Facility to Support Growth Strategy
Fifth Third Bank provided a $35,000,000 senior credit facility comprised of a revolving credit facility and term loan to Kitchen Cabinet Designers, LLC to support the company's growth strategy. Kitchen Cabinet Designers, LLC, dba Kitchen Cabinet Distributors, was founded in 2007 and imports and distributes kitchen & bathroom cabinets and accessories throughout the US with regional locations in Raleigh, NC; Orlando, FL; Houston, TX; and Reno, NV.
Houlihan Lokey Strengthens European Healthcare Team With Experienced Senior Hire
Houlihan Lokey announced that Rainer Hepberger has joined the firm as a Managing Director in its European Healthcare team. He will be based in the firm’s London office. Mr. Hepberger joins with more than 15 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Houlihan Lokey, he spent nine years at William Blair, most recently as a Managing Director in European Healthcare Investment Banking. Between 2018 and 2020, he was a Managing Director in Raymond James’ Healthcare team, based in Munich.
Encina EF Provides $15MM Lease Line to Leading North American Supply Chain Services Company
Encina Equipment Finance provided a $15 million lease line to a leading North American supply chain services company to finance new tractors and trailers. EEF was represented by Reed Smith LLP. Launched in June 2017, Encina Equipment Finance provides loans and leases ranging in size from $5 million to $50 million secured by essential-use machinery and equipment.
Nearly 75% of U.S. Businesses Affected by the Labor Shortage, Provident Bank Survey
Provident Bank released the results of its 2022 National Labor/Staffing Shortage Survey. The survey includes insights from 1,000 hiring managers and department heads, small business owners, recruitment and talent acquisition specialists, and compensation and/or business managers, and explores how businesses are dealing with the effects of the labor shortage.
ABL Deal: Fifth Third Bank Provides Kitchen Cabinet Designers a New $35MM ABL Senior Credit Facility to Support Growth Strategy
Home / Deal Tables / Deal List / Deal Details The ABL Advisor Deal Tables SELECTED TRANSACTION DETAILS Fifth Third Bank Provides Kitchen Cabinet Designers a New $35MM ABL Senior Credit Facility to Support Growth Strategy Lenders/Participants Fifth Third Bank [Lender] Structure Revolving Credit Facility and Term Loan Amount $35.000 Million Borrower(s) Kitchen Cabinet Designers, LLC Description Transaction details not disclosed Industry Distribution Location MD Related Tags Fifth Third Bank ABL...
Fifth Third Bank Leads $265MM in New Credit Facilities for Flagship Healthcare Trust
Flagship Healthcare Trust, (Flagship REIT), a Charlotte-based outpatient healthcare real estate investment trust, expanded its syndicated senior revolving credit facility arranged by Fifth Third Bank. The $265 million senior secured credit facility has a $100 million revolver and a $165 million term loan. Flagship also increased its borrowing capacity by an additional $200 million through an accordion feature.
Capital One Announces Two Executive Hires for Municipal Lending
Capital One announced that Mark Killingsworth and Mark Brown have joined Capital One Public Funding as Senior Vice Presidents. In these roles, Killingsgworth and Brown will be responsible for originating municipal transactions for Capital One’s direct lending portfolio.
SR Alternative Credit Completes $10MM Senior Secured Financing for a Shipping Container Owner-Lessor
SR Alternative Credit, formerly Old Hill Partners, provided $10 million in the form of a senior secured one-year term loan to a company that acquires and leases standard 20- and 40-foot shipping containers, among other transportation equipment. This is the third transaction for SRAC with this borrower. The company’s lessees include shippers with trade routes primarily in Southeast Asia and other regional routes.
Asset Based Lending Industry News, Financial Articles, Blogs, Economic Data, Deal Tables, Company Directories for ABL Professionals
CIT, a division of First Citizens Bank, announced that its Maritime Finance business provided $80 million to refinance two Korean-built container ships operated by Seamax. "As the container ship market remains strong and our charter exposure solid...
Oxford Finance Provides $124.75MM Credit Facility for Acquisition of Four Autumn Lake Healthcare Skilled Nursing Facilities
Oxford Finance closed a $124.75 million senior credit facility for the acquisition of four Autumn Lake Healthcare Skilled Nursing Facilities located in Maryland containing 520 licensed beds. Autumn Lake Healthcare maintains a network of independently owned and operated nursing homes and rehabilitative care centers across Connecticut, New Jersey, Maryland, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.
nFusion Capital Releases Third Quarter Resuts
nFusion Capital provided 39 new factoring, inventory finance, and asset-based lending facilities during the third quarter of 2022 for an aggregate of $14 million, and $102 million in receivables purchased. With an average days to close of 17, the facilities ranged in size from $50,000 to $6 million and supported the working capital and growth capital needs of small- and middle-market businesses in the construction, transportation, staffing, manufacturing, and oil field services industries.
The Hoffman Group Joins EisnerAmper
EisnerAmper announced that the colleagues of Maryland-based firm The Hoffman Group, a Certified Public Accounting and advisory firm, have joined EisnerAmper. Founded in 2017, The Hoffman Group is a full-service accounting and business consulting firm that serves industries such as construction, manufacturing, wholesale distribution, government contracting, technology and real estate. "We’re thrilled to be teaming up with EisnerAmper," commented Donald N.
Flexport Capital Secures $200MM Credit Facility from KKR
Flexport Capital, the trade financing arm of Flexport, secured a credit facility of up to $200 million from separate insurance accounts managed by KKR, a leading global investment firm. The credit facility will allow Flexport Capital to continue to build an industry-leading financing product within the Flexport Platform, and to further invest in client growth and geographic expansion. Flexport Capital provides companies access to flexible working capital for inventory and logistics expenses.
Asset Based Lending Industry News, Financial Articles, Blogs, Economic Data, Deal Tables, Company Directories for ABL Professionals
Monroe Capital acted as sole lead arranger and administrative agent on the funding of a senior credit facility to support Superior Waste Industries, LLC’s, d/b/a Superior USA Waste (“Superior”) acquisitions of Central Disposal and Harley Hollan...
Monroe Capital Supports Superior Waste Industries, LLC’s Add-on Acquisitions
Monroe Capital acted as sole lead arranger and administrative agent on the funding of a senior credit facility to support Superior Waste Industries, LLC’s, d/b/a Superior USA Waste (“Superior”) acquisitions of Central Disposal and Harley Hollan Companies.
Hercules Capital Provides $125MM Debt Facility to Tricida
Tricida entered into a debt facility with Hercules Capital. The total amount of the debt facility is $125 million of which $100 million will be available for drawdown at Tricida’s option subject to the achievement of certain milestones. Under the terms of the debt facility, $25 million will be available for drawdown until December 31, 2022, subject to the announcement of positive data from the VALOR-CKD trial.
Victory Park Capital Provides $100MM Credit Facility for Consumer Payments Platform Nelo
Victory Park Capital (“VPC”) provided a $100 million credit facility to Nelo, a consumer payments platform for online purchases in Mexico. Nelo’s recently launched all-in-one app enables customers to pay in installments at any online merchant, through a partnership with Mastercard. Nelo’s app is the first of its kind in Mexico and allows users to finance everyday necessities like utility bills, cellular plans, and other e-commerce purchases.
SMBC Announces New Human Resources, Strategy & Transformation Appointments
SMBC, a member of SMBC Group, announced the appointment of Robin Milberg as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and Paul Sweeney as Head of Strategy & Transformation. Both report to the SMBC Group in the Americas Chief Operating Officer, Debbie Freer. “Our company is growing exponentially and having the best leadership is critical. Both Robin and Paul bring decades of experience to their new roles, having finely honed their skills within their respective areas of expertise,” COO Freer said.
SC&H Capital Advises Applied Educational Systems in Sale to iCEV Multimedia
SC&H Capital announced that its client, Applied Educational Systems (“AES”), has been acquired by iCEV Multimedia (“iCEV”), a portfolio company of The Riverside Company. “From the outset, SC&H Capital brought a clear understanding of our business as we see it and designed a process that best positioned our SaaS platform in the market,” said Jim Schultz, CEO of AES.
Asset Based Lending Industry News, Financial Articles, Blogs, Economic Data, Deal Tables, Company Directories for ABL Professionals
Monroe Capital LLC announced it acted as sole lead arranger and administrative agent on the funding of a senior credit facility to support the recapitalization of XanEdu by private equity sponsor Frontenac.Based in Ann Arbor, MI, XanEdu is a leading...
Sound Point Capital and LBC Credit Management Support Acquisition of Unirac
Sound Point Capital Management and LBC Credit Management provided a $180 million senior secured credit facility to Greenbelt Capital Partners to support the acquisition of Unirac, Inc. LBC served as Agent and Lead Arranger for the senior secured credit facility. Sound Point served as Co-Lead Arranger. Unirac is North America’s leading manufacturer of solar PV mounting systems, roof attachments, roof flashings, and accessories.
Siena Lending Group Closes $50MM Credit Facility for MD Helicopters
Siena Lending Group completed a $50 million asset-based revolving line of credit to MD Helicopters, LLC, a manufacturer of high-performance rotorcraft solutions that support operators flying military, commercial, law enforcement, utility, and VIP mission profiles. The proceeds from the facility will be leveraged to partially repay a debtor-in-possession credit facility and for future working capital needs.
Summit Investment Management Adds Vuksich as Director in Denver
Catie Vuksich joined Summit Investment Management as a Director based in Denver, CO. Her responsibilities include deal sourcing, underwriting, and asset management. Prior to Summit, Vuksich spent eleven years at Wells Fargo primarily as a member of the Credit Resolution Group focused on distressed credits. Vuksich holds a BA from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and MBA from The Fuqua School of Business of Duke University.
Eikenberg Named President, RBC Funds at RBC GAM-US
RBC Funds at RBC GAM-US announced that effective immediately Dave Eikenberg will assume the role of President, RBC Funds at RBC GAM-US while continuing in his role as Head of U.S. Intermediary and Subadvisory Sales at RBC GAM-US. He will continue to report to Mike Lee, Head of North American Institutional. In this expanded role, Eikenberg will develop the vision and strategy of U.S. fund vehicles for all of GAM Distribution.
ABL Deal: Hercules Capital Provides $125MM Debt Facility to Tricida
Description The total amount of the debt facility is $125 million of which $100 million will be available for drawdown at Tricida’s option subject to the achievement of certain milestones. Under the terms of the debt facility, $25 million will be available for drawdown until December 31, 2022, subject to the announcement of positive data from the VALOR-CKD trial.
ABL Deal: Victory Park Capital Provides $100MM Credit Facility to Nelo
Home / Deal Tables / Deal List / Deal Details The ABL Advisor Deal Tables SELECTED TRANSACTION DETAILS Victory Park Capital Provides $100MM Credit Facility to Nelo Thursday, October 20, 2022 Lenders/Participants Victory Park Capital [Lender] Structure Credit Facility Amount $100.000 Million Borrower(s) Nelo Description Transaction details not disclosed. Industry Specialty Industries Related Tags Victory Park Capital ABL Advisor Deal Tables 2022
Hilco Enterprise Valuation Services Adds Blumenstock as Managing Director
Hilco Enterprise Valuation Services announced the addition of Andy Blumenstock to its enterprise valuation team. Blumenstock will serve as Managing Director in New York City and further the rapid growth of the firm's business valuation practice. He will provide valuation services to corporate clients and Alternative Investments managers involving Tax and Financial Reporting services, Portfolio Valuation, Strategic Valuation projects, and Transaction Opinions.
Alvarez & Marsal Global Transaction Advisory Group Appoints Hassan Managing Director
Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) announced the appointment of Managing Director Aamer Hassan to its Global Transaction Advisory Group (TAG). Hassan, based in San Francisco and formerly with KPMG Deal Advisory, brings more than 16 years of public accounting experience, primarily advising software and technology industry clients on transaction-related concerns and value creation strategies.
Cadence Bank Launches New Brand Identity and Website
Cadence Bank announced the launch of its new brand identity and corporate website, underscoring its continued commitment to helping people, companies and communities prosper and delivering on its brand promise of creating ease for customers. The launch of the new brand identity and website comes on the heels of the successful integration of the legacy BancorpSouth Bank and legacy Cadence Bank systems and customer accounts over the weekend of October 7, 2022.
SG Credit Provides Growth Capital Facility to Extended Care Professional
Extended Care Professional (“ECP”) is a SaaS-based company that provides a suite of integrated EHR, eMAR, and other software tools to assisted living facilities and the pharmacies that serve them. ECP’s product suite automates med-passing workflows leading to better patient outcomes and enhanced oversight. ECP was seeking additional capital to bolster its sales and R&D teams to further support growth.
CIT Provides $39.25MM for Acquisition of Medical Office Buildings
CIT, a division of First Citizens Bank, announced that its Healthcare Finance business provided $39.25 million in financing for the acquisition of a portfolio of seven medical office buildings and dialysis centers in Texas, Georgia, Washington and Idaho. The properties were acquired by affiliates of Ridgeline Capital Partners, a Texas-based firm focused exclusively on acquiring and operating healthcare real estate.
FTI Consulting Names Wrobel Global Leader of ESG & Sustainability Offering
FTI Consulting announced the appointment of Miriam Wrobel as Global Leader of the firm’s growing ESG & Sustainability offering. Ms. Wrobel, a Senior Managing Director based in San Francisco, joined FTI Consulting in 2021 and advises clients on ESG and energy transition strategy, transaction structuring and due diligence. She will lead a diversified team of professionals across FTI Consulting’s global network who work on ESG and sustainability-related matters.
Angelo Gordon Expands Focus on Insurance Investment Management Solutions, Adds Heintz
Angelo Gordon announced that Matt Heintz, former Head of North America at J.P. Morgan Global Insurance Solutions, has joined the firm as Managing Director and Head of Insurance in the Client Partnership Group. In this new role, Matt will be leading the expansion of Angelo Gordon’s focus on investment management solutions for the insurance sector. Heintz reports to Angelo Gordon’s Global Head of Client Partnership Group, Alan Isenberg.
TD Bank Provides $18MM Tax-Exempt Loan to Support YMCA of Delaware
TD Bank provided an $18 million, tax-exempt loan to YMCA of Delaware for the construction of a new facility in Middletown. The loan was completed by Matthew Barnes, TD Bank Relationship Manager, and Lisa Kirkwood, Regional Vice President of Delaware, TD Bank. The loan supports the construction of a new, 55,000-square-foot facility located at 202 E.
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