by Brian Berglund | Oct 7, 2025 | News & Insights
Strategic divestitures are often misunderstood. For many owners, the idea of selling a business line raises concerns about disruption, customer reactions, and value loss. In practice, a well-planned divestiture can sharpen focus, improve capital allocation, and...
by Brian Berglund | Sep 30, 2025 | News & Insights
“Business value is never a single figure – it’s a spectrum shaped by risk, growth, and market context.” If you’re preparing to sell, your goal is simple: get the highest price on the best terms. Yet early valuation quotes often come back far apart. That isn’t a...
by Brian Berglund | Sep 18, 2025 | News & Insights
“In middle-market M&A, failure isn’t random. It’s the result of identifiable – and avoidable – pitfalls.” Not every company that enters a sale process reaches the finish line. Some fail to attract serious offers, while others collapse during due...
by Brian Berglund | Jul 10, 2025 | News & Insights
Origins of the Main Street Lending Program (MSLP) In April 2020, amid COVID-19 lockdowns and a freezing of credit markets, the U.S. Federal Reserve and Treasury launched the Main Street Lending Program (MSLP) under the CARES Act. This emergency facility was created...
by Brian Berglund | Jan 31, 2025 | Blog, News & Insights
Reducing Risk Before Selling a Business: Key Strategies for Small and Middle-Market Companies As business consultants and investment bankers with extensive experience advising small and middle-market businesses, we understand that selling a business is a...
