Cassel Salpeter & Co. and its leadership team are routinely contacted by the news media to comment on investment banking, M&A and general trends affecting middle-market businesses.
The flow of private equity deals in Florida slowed down in Q2 2017 on a year- over year basis, according to a recent report by the investment banking firm Miami-based Cassel Salpeter & Co.
As Stephen R. Covey famously said, “Strength lies in differences, not in similarities.” While most middle-market business owners recognize the importance of having a diverse workforce, many are still struggling to find the right strategy for creating the right team.
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As unemployment continues to drop, how can you attract and retain the quality employees you need for continued operations and growth? Already, middle-market business owners are complaining of challenges finding skilled people — ranging from top brass to rank and file. Without them, growth slows.
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Last month, I wrote about the virtues of taking a gap year or a gap period. However, I recognize that not everybody might be able to do that right away or while still working. So, this month I am writing about the second-best option: taking a real vacation — i.e., time off.
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Although private-equity firms have money to spend, the well-performing public markets and desire to exercise price discipline may be keeping them from splurging on take-private technology deals.
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Avery Dennison Corp. has taken a step into new territory with its acquisition last month of Finesse Medical Ltd., an Ireland based manufacturer of wound and skincare products.
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So, you’ve sold your business. What should you do next? Take a gap year! While most people associate gap years (also known as “bridge years”) as a break between high school and college or between graduating college and entering the “real world,” gap years should not be reserved exclusively for young adults.
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Restaurant franchisor PizzaRev Inc. has been acquired by an investment firm headed by a former McDonald’s Corp. executive. The Westlake Village pizza chain on May 22 announced that Cleveland Avenue, led by one time McDonald’s chief executive Don Thompson, had purchased a majority stake in the company.
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No matter where you stand on political issues, it is important to recognize that the current administration’s actions and proposed deportation of millions of undocumented immigrants and reduction of available visas will have serious, unintended negative consequences for our economy and possibly your business.
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By James S. Cassel It can happen to any business owner at any time: something goes wrong. Very wrong. How do you survive and move on? The steps you take to address problems can create new dynamics that leave you in a better or worse position. Time is never your friend, so prompt, decisive action […]
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If the shocking defeat of Obamacare repeal and reform proved anything, it’s this: Sometimes, a Magic 8-Ball works better at predicting major outcomes in the nation’s capital than, say, a pragmatic pundit.
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There comes a time in almost every middle-market business owner’s life when attracting interest from a private equity firm or strategic buyer becomes important.
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Daryl Byrd knows that South Florida is one of the country’s most fickle markets. He knows that it is prone to wild swings — one year cranes are everywhere and the next it’s vacant condos as far as the eye can see.
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The number, which included gains in retail, construction and finance, beat economists’ estimates of 195,000 and compared with a revised increase of 157,000 in December.
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U.S. employers added 227,000 positions last month, the largest increase since June, the Labor Department reported Friday as recently inaugurated President Donald Trump met with top business executives to discuss his economic strategy.
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For more than five years, the South Florida Business Journal has compiled our Power Leaders list of the most influential executives from across the region’s private, public and civic sectors. These are the true movers and shakers of South Florida’s economic engine.
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Venture capital database CB Insights released Tuesday its 2017 IPO Pipeline list. Among the hundreds of companies predicted to be headed for an initial public offering next year is South Florida e-commerce platform Chewy.
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Florida’s private equity deal flow declines in Q2
/in In the News /by roaradminThe flow of private equity deals in Florida slowed down in Q2 2017 on a year- over year basis, according to a recent report by the investment banking firm Miami-based Cassel Salpeter & Co.
Diversity is critical for business success
/in In the News, News /by roaradminAs Stephen R. Covey famously said, “Strength lies in differences, not in similarities.” While most middle-market business owners recognize the importance of having a diverse workforce, many are still struggling to find the right strategy for creating the right team.
As unemployment drops, build a bench to keep your business on track
/in In the News, News /by adminAs unemployment continues to drop, how can you attract and retain the quality employees you need for continued operations and growth? Already, middle-market business owners are complaining of challenges finding skilled people — ranging from top brass to rank and file. Without them, growth slows.
Middle-market business owners should learn to take real vacations
/in In the News, News /by roaradminLast month, I wrote about the virtues of taking a gap year or a gap period. However, I recognize that not everybody might be able to do that right away or while still working. So, this month I am writing about the second-best option: taking a real vacation — i.e., time off.
Cooper’s Take: What Is Slowing the Pace of Tech Take-Private Deals?
/in In the News, News /by roaradminAlthough private-equity firms have money to spend, the well-performing public markets and desire to exercise price discipline may be keeping them from splurging on take-private technology deals.
Avery Moves Into Medicine ACQUISITION: Label maker buys wound and skincare company.
/in In the News, News /by roaradminAvery Dennison Corp. has taken a step into new territory with its acquisition last month of Finesse Medical Ltd., an Ireland based manufacturer of wound and skincare products.
Selling your business? Consider taking a gap year
/in In the News, News /by adminSo, you’ve sold your business. What should you do next? Take a gap year! While most people associate gap years (also known as “bridge years”) as a break between high school and college or between graduating college and entering the “real world,” gap years should not be reserved exclusively for young adults.
What Made PizzaRev a Prime Takeover Target?
/in In the News /by roaradminRestaurant franchisor PizzaRev Inc. has been acquired by an investment firm headed by a former McDonald’s Corp. executive. The Westlake Village pizza chain on May 22 announced that Cleveland Avenue, led by one time McDonald’s chief executive Don Thompson, had purchased a majority stake in the company.
Deportations, lack of visas will hurt our economy. Find ways to protect your business.
/in In the News /by roaradminNo matter where you stand on political issues, it is important to recognize that the current administration’s actions and proposed deportation of millions of undocumented immigrants and reduction of available visas will have serious, unintended negative consequences for our economy and possibly your business.
When things go wrong in your business, be ready to act fast
/in In the News /by roaradminBy James S. Cassel It can happen to any business owner at any time: something goes wrong. Very wrong. How do you survive and move on? The steps you take to address problems can create new dynamics that leave you in a better or worse position. Time is never your friend, so prompt, decisive action […]
Is Home Bancshares pressing luck in Florida with deal No. 13?
/in In the News /by roaradminHome Bancshares Chairman John W. Allison left no doubt he wanted Stonegate Bank … badly.
8 Winners and Losers in a Rising Interest Rate Environment
/in In the News /by roaradminIf the shocking defeat of Obamacare repeal and reform proved anything, it’s this: Sometimes, a Magic 8-Ball works better at predicting major outcomes in the nation’s capital than, say, a pragmatic pundit.
Insiders continue to take advantage of post-election surge in bank stocks
/in In the News /by roaradminExecutives and directors continue to capitalize on the post-election surge in bank stocks.
Position your business to attract interest from private equity firms
/in In the News /by roaradminThere comes a time in almost every middle-market business owner’s life when attracting interest from a private equity firm or strategic buyer becomes important.
Will C&I clients make South Florida worth the risk for Iberia?
/in In the News /by roaradminDaryl Byrd knows that South Florida is one of the country’s most fickle markets. He knows that it is prone to wild swings — one year cranes are everywhere and the next it’s vacant condos as far as the eye can see.
Strategic Planning is Critical for Business Success
/in In the News /by roaradminStrategic planning is one of the most popular but least frequently implemented New Year’s resolutions for middle-market business owners.
U.S. Adds 227,000 Jobs in January While Trump Pushes for Even More
/in In the News /by roaradminThe number, which included gains in retail, construction and finance, beat economists’ estimates of 195,000 and compared with a revised increase of 157,000 in December.
U.S. Adds 227,000 Jobs in January While Trump Pushes for Even More
/in In the News /by roaradminU.S. employers added 227,000 positions last month, the largest increase since June, the Labor Department reported Friday as recently inaugurated President Donald Trump met with top business executives to discuss his economic strategy.
2017 South Florida Power Leaders
/in In the News /by adminFor more than five years, the South Florida Business Journal has compiled our Power Leaders list of the most influential executives from across the region’s private, public and civic sectors. These are the true movers and shakers of South Florida’s economic engine.
Is this South Florida startup headed for an IPO?
/in In the News /by adminVenture capital database CB Insights released Tuesday its 2017 IPO Pipeline list. Among the hundreds of companies predicted to be headed for an initial public offering next year is South Florida e-commerce platform Chewy.