Pittsburgh Deal Activity: Founder-owned companies propel optimism in 2024 M&A market
In 2023, various factors posed challenges to the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market. Rising inflationary pressures increased borrowing costs and complicated valuation, influencing strategic decision-making and regulatory scrutiny. Additionally, escalating interest rates and overall macroeconomic uncertainty prompted many dealmakers to abstain from engaging in transactions, especially when compared to record years following the COVID-19 pandemic. […]
Nic Barlage drives Rock Entertainment Group’s ambitious plans for itself and the city
Much like a basketball net itself, REG, under Dan Gilbert’s vision as founder and chairman and Barlage’s leadership as CEO, is made up of elements woven together.
How findings during tax seasons can help shape strategic planning
The story that taxes can tell a business and how to translate that story into better strategic planning.
Businesses, developers may find significant opportunity west of Cleveland
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How the conditions in today’s market should prompt investors to recalibrate their approach.
How community banks stand out from their larger competitors
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Fractional social pro role and how it can help companies reach their marketing goals.
How to handle the rise in requests for work accommodations
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Now is the time to address groundskeeping issues
Changing groundskeeping trends and what corporate property owners should be ready to do now.
Columbus Deal Activity: Leveraging earnouts and seller notes
As we look towards 2024, the judicious application of earnouts and seller notes will continue to play a pivotal role in shaping the financial landscape of M&A transactions