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Florida Bank’s Effort to Make Itself ‘Pristine’ Pays Off
John Tranter knew he had a rare gem. But no one was shopping for gems during the financial crisis, so he decided his time was best spent really polishing it up.
Scott Salpeter, President at Cassel Salpeter & Co., LLC
IBISWorld caught up with Scott Salpeter, President at Cassel Salpeter & Co., LLC , to find out firsthand what’s going on with the investment banking industry.
Banking on U.S Growth
To view original article click here. By: Rochelle Broder-Singer August 2013
James Cassel: The middle-market is important, under appreciated
The middle market is the principal driver of our labor market and economy, but it’s also the most misunderstood and least appreciated.
Jim Cassel: Remember your priorities when selling your business
Thinking about selling your business? Think first about your employees, customers or clients, and lenders.
For City National, it’s Chile in Miami
Bankia’s City National Bank of Florida franchise drew a great deal of buyer interest, months of speculation and ultimately a Chilean buyer eager to expand in the Miami market.
James Cassel: Seeking VC funds? Get creative
Think about it: Florida is the third-largest state in the country, and South Florida is the fifth-largest Designated Market Area (DMA), but we don’t have the third-largest or even the fifth-largest number of VC’s or VC-funded companies.
Brazilian bank set to samba with City National?
The rumor mill keeps churning about the looming sale of City National Bank of Florida. Recent reports suggest that Banco do Brasil SA is closing in on a purchase of Valencia, Spain-based Bankia’s Florida franchise.
James Cassel: Plan now to get the most value from selling your business
When selling your business, advance planning and strategic action can make a big difference toward helping you obtain the maximum value for your firm.
People on the move
Cassel Salpeter & Co. Named Winner of 7TH Annual M&A Advisor Turnaround Award for the Firm’s Work on Airline Restructuring Deal.
Financial salaries on rise as sector bounces back amid a slow recovery
Miami’s financial sector is bouncing back amid a slowly recovering South Florida Economy, experts say, although for the most part, hiring for jobs at the top is remaining relatively steady.
Thinking of selling your business? Better get started
To sell or not to sell? That is the question on the minds of business owners who didn’t sell their businesses in 2012 and are concerned about the possible impacts of rising taxes and other economic issues this year.
Family businesses require special handling to succeed
One of the greatest challenges of running family businesses is that they contain, well, family. Based on my experience working with and being a part of family businesses, I’ve learned that success requires everyone to work together harmoniously and as if they are not related.
Whatever you do, don’t be like Congress
For an example of how not to run a business, look no further than our U.S. Congress. Simply put, you don’t want to run your company like Congress runs the country.
Don’t let economic uncertainty prevent business decisions for 2013
Despite concerns, things are actually looking pretty good for the middle-market, but there are issues to keep in mind.
Financial planners struggle to meet clients’ fiscal cliff goals
South Florida financial planners are doing their best to deal with client demands for protection from so-called “fiscal cliff” issues, but some say options are very limited.
Factors to Consider when Shopping for a Business
It’s not enough to land any company. You need to search for one that’s right for you, at the right size and price.
Florida Trend: Deal Making
James Cassel and Scott Salpeter are two of South Florida’s best-known investment bankers. Their Miami-based Cassel Salpeter & Co. specializes in mid-market firms.
Business owners need to move beyond state of uncertainty
Companies have been known to postpone making major decisions as they wait to see what happens with elections and the economy.
Growing Your Business through Acquisition
Now is an interesting time to consider acquisitions. Baby boomers are beginning to retire, and their children may not have interest in the family business.