by Alma Johns | Oct 9, 2021 | Insights
Selling your shop is an emotional moment, so be prepared. It all starts with a phone call. “Good afternoon. I represent an organization that is buying North American manufacturing businesses, and I’d like to speak with you about acquiring your company.” If you are a... 
by Alma Johns | Jun 7, 2021 | Insights
Find a guide to help navigate one of your most challenging, yet important, decisions Many business owners share a common approach to thinking about when and how to sell their companies: they don’t. Sadly, such lack of planning erodes value that these owners have... 
by Alma Johns | Feb 9, 2021 | Insights
Understanding mergers and acquisitions in the manufacturing sector during the pandemic When I started Bench Capital’s mergers and acquisitions (M&A) practice three years ago, the rationale for servicing the manufacturing sector was obvious. As a former banker at... 
by Alma Johns | May 29, 2020 | Insights
When the critical time comes to sell a business, ownership sometimes doesn’t know which potential buyers to entertain and may end up consuming a considerable amount of time with the wrong buyer. The myriad options available to them when contemplating their exit... 
by Alma Johns | Mar 23, 2020 | Insights
A new set of economic measures to help stabilize the economy during this challenging period and we can help, including with the BCAP. The Government of Canada is taking immediate and significant action to help Canadians facing hardships as a result of the COVID-19... 
by Alma Johns | Jan 13, 2020 | Insights
How to Improve the Value of your Business Prior to a Sale A merger or acquisition (M&A) often is the key component of a successful business exit strategy or liquidity event, allowing a business owner to either reap the benefits of decades of hard work or simply...