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"🔥 Navigating Through the Flames of Market Acquisition 🔥 In the world of fire sprinkler companies, we're witnessing a unique phenomenon. Some enterprises are exponentially expanding, not solely through innovative products or exceptional sales teams, as one might presume, but largely through aggressive acquisition strategies. By purchasing companies with established customer bases and years of cultivated relationships, they've successfully and rapidly scaled their market presence. While acquisitions can be a valid growth strategy, let’s also acknowledge and celebrate the tireless efforts of those businesses that build from the ground up, fostering genuine relationships and gradually elevating their portfolios. 💼🚒 #FireSafety #BusinessGrowth #MarketAcquisition #BusinessStrategy"

Sealing the deal is just the beginning. In M&A, the real challenge often starts post-closure. Aaron Whiting, Chief of Staff at Crownpeak, highlights a significant risk when companies proceed without a well-defined integration strategy. It's a common pitfall: the initial deal excitement gives way to post-deal complexities. From my perspective, thorough post-deal planning isn't just advisable; it's critical. Integrating cultures, systems, and operations requires meticulous planning and execution. Without it, you're not capitalizing on the deal's full potential and might even erode the value you sought to create. A strategic, well-executed integration is the linchpin of M&A success. Dive deeper into this topic with Aaron Whiting at the link in the comments below.👇 #MAScience #MergersAndAcquisitions #Integration #Success #IntegrationPlanning

Dear AEye Management, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the current state of affairs at AEye, particularly in light of recent developments outlined in the 8K filing. It is evident that the termination of the partnership with Continental has had a significant impact on the company's stock and internal culture. As a shareholder, I believe it is imperative that we address these issues promptly and decisively. Under CEO Matt Fisch's leadership, AEye has experienced a significant decline in its stock value, dropping 13-fold and 70% just 30 days after the ousting of the leadership team. This decline has brought the company's valuation below the seed level valuation, despite having more opportunities and cash than during the seed stage era. It is clear that drastic changes are needed to reverse this trend and ensure the company's future success. The recent events surrounding the termination of the partnership with Continental, shortly after CEO Matt Fisch stated that the relationship was the strongest it had ever been, are deeply concerning. This, coupled with the decision to oust the leadership team, has led to a loss of confidence among major shareholders, including myself, and has highlighted the need for new leadership at AEye. As a concerned shareholder, I believe that returning control of the company to its original leadership team is necessary to steer AEye back on the path to success. It is difficult to understand why Matt Fisch decided to remove the bulk of the leadership team, especially when there were viable active RFQ opportunities in the pipeline. The loss of the leadership team has had a direct impact on our ability to win and execute these RFQs, ultimately leading to the loss of Continental. It is clear that Matt's actions have taken the company in the wrong direction, and it is time for him to resign. In the event that Matt Fisch refuses to resign, I urge the board to join me in voting him out, or for the board members to resign immediately and allow shareholders to elect a new board that is more aligned with the company's interests. We need to take decisive action to get AEye back on track and chart a new path to success. The original founding team has the experience, network, and respect in the community to successfully navigate the challenges ahead. They have successfully raised capital many times in the past and have the ability to find a good acquisition partner if necessary. It is imperative that we return control of the company to them so they can inspire our demoralized employees and chart a new path to viability. While the loss of Continental is a setback, I believe that the market is still there for AEye to succeed. However, we need to act quickly and decisively to ensure that we are on the right path. I urge the board to consider these points carefully and take the necessary steps to secure AEye's future success.

Have you seen our recent BIG NEWS? We are excited to announce that Treston has acquired the business assets of IAC Industries expanding our presence in the North American markets 🌟 With this acquisition, our American customers will benefit from an expanded portfolio of products and services, enhanced local support, and the agility and efficiency that come with local manufacturing capabilities. Treston and IAC, though born on different continents, have many things in common. Both have a long heritage of over 50 years of manufacturing high-quality industrial and technical furniture and delivering superior support. We look forward to creating a future where our combined efforts drive exceptional success to our customers and are truly excited about what we can accomplish together. In the picture, from left to right: Treston CEO Esa Siljander, IAC Industries President Donald Murphy and Treston CFO Arto Utriainen.

Interesting to hear the history of Vanguard, and the most recent journey of the acquisition with Churchill Support Services. Exciting times ahead for all 👏. #Acquisition #CleaningSolutions #Business #JourneyToSuccess

Blue Point Capital Partners, along with our portfolio company Transtar Industries, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Arch Auto Parts, the largest independently owned parts distribution business in the greater New York City area. Arch was founded in 1979 with a single Queens location and has since grown to 21 stores and two warehouses with a focus on customer service, product delivery and extensive inventory offerings. Looking forward, Transtar Holding Company plans to pursue further acquisitions and drive the breadth of the portfolio’s capabilities, offerings and geographies served. Find our full announcement about this acquisition here: https://lnkd.in/eF-GQv_k #automotive #automotiveindustry #privateequity #acquisition Brian Castleberry Bobby Exler Note: Certain statements about Blue Point Capital Partners made by portfolio company executives herein are intended to illustrate Blue Point Capital Partners’ business relationship with such persons, including with respect to Blue Point Capital Partners’ facilities as a business partner, rather than Blue Point Capital Partners’ capabilities or expertise with respect to investment advisory services. Portfolio company executives were not compensated in connection with their participation, although they generally receive compensation and investment opportunities in connection with their portfolio company roles, and in certain cases are also owners of portfolio company securities and/or investors in Blue Point Capital Partners-sponsored vehicles.

Thursday, April 4th JCG's President and CEO, Jake Johnson, is doing an essential webinar you can't afford to miss!  Jake will discuss: 1. Getting your “house” in order in preparation for growth. 2. Determine what are the steps needed for acquisition. 3. Learn how to successfully onboard a new acquisition. Register now!

The deal thesis is not the go-to-market strategy. While the thesis is a great initial conversation driver, go-to-market strategy is a next level planning, says Aaron Whiting, Chief of Staff at Crownpeak. You need to come up with an actionable GTM strategy before you close the deal. #gotomarket #mascience #mergersandacquisitions #integration #postclose

Our unique M&A strategy has the MSP world talking. 🔥 It's allowed us to roll up almost two dozen MSPs over the past year – with many more acquisitions to come – as we consolidate our national footprint and deepen our presence in markets across the country. So what's our secret – the recipe for our M&A success and rapid national expansion? It's no secret! 😄 If you want the details behind The 20 MSP's trailblazing M&A strategy, check out this excellent article written by The ChannelPro Network's James E. Gaskin. 👉 https://bit.ly/45Wb6fd It's a must-read for anyone looking to do big things in the MSP space! #the20strong #mergersandacquisitions

The Making of Vanguard Cleaning Our consultant and former Director, James Crompton, recently explained the story behind the evolution of Vanguard from its inception in 2002, and the journey into the bright future with Churchill Support Services. In the video, James discusses in depth the rigours of the professional cleaning sector, along with how he made the leap from the retail industry into the facilities management industry, and why Churchill offered a perfect match for Vanguard's core ethos, virtues and ideologies. Watch the full video below to hear James’ complete thoughts on the acquisition, as well as what led him to choose Churchill👇 #VanguardCleaning #History #Acquisition #CleaningSolutions