Selling a Manufacturing Business in 2025

Selling a Manufacturing Business in 2025: Navigating Market Dynamics for a Successful Exit

The beginning of 2025 has brought its share of market turbulence for some businesses, with fluctuations in tariffs and the stock market creating a range of emotions for manufacturing business owners and operators. For those contemplating the sale of their companies, the landscape for selling a manufacturing business presents a mix of challenges and opportunities. […]

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Takeaways from the Smart Business Atlanta Dealmakers Conference 2025

Takeaways from the Smart Business Atlanta Dealmakers Conference 2025

For many family and founder-owned businesses, the decision to sell signals a significant life transition. As you contemplate this pivotal moment, understanding the current M&A landscape becomes crucial. The Smart Business Atlanta Dealmakers Conference 2025 recently convened savvy M&A professionals, business owners, and financial advisors, offering valuable insights into the evolving world of mergers and […]

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Accountant’s Role in Mergers & Acquisitions

The Accountant’s Role in Mergers & Acquisitions

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) involve a complex web of financial, legal, and operational considerations. While the M&A advisor’s role in managing the transaction is essential, accountants also play a crucial role in ensuring financial clarity and accuracy within the process. Understanding the Accountant’s Responsibilities Caleb Lloyd, an Accounting Advisory Services Partner at Smith & Howard, […]

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Smart Business Atlanta Dealmakers Conference 2025

Smart Business Atlanta Dealmakers Conference 2025: Industry Expertise and Networking

The Smart Business Atlanta Dealmakers Conference 2025 is fast approaching, and anticipation is building for this premier event. Designed to unite dealmakers, advisors, and business owners, the conference offers a unique platform for learning, networking, and fostering valuable connections. Walden M&A is proud to sponsor this event, demonstrating its commitment to supporting growth and excellence […]

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M&A Deal Team

The Importance of a Strong M&A Deal Team

In the complex world of mergers and acquisitions, the significance of a robust deal team cannot be overstated. A high-performing M&A deal team is essential for navigating the intricacies of these transactions, ensuring a smooth process, and ultimately achieving a successful outcome. Key Players in an M&A Deal Team Dean McDonald, Principal at Walden M&A […]

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M&A South Takeaways

M&A South Takeaways From Walden

This year’s M&A South 2025 conference in Alpharetta, Georgia, proved to be a valuable experience for Walden M&A, offering insights into current market trends and fostering connections with private equity groups.  Many of our Principals attended the event, including Dean McDonald. He shares his key takeaways, which included an optimistic atmosphere and numerous opportunities for […]

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M&A South 2025: Tips for Building Connections

For industry professionals, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) represent a dynamic ecosystem in which relationships are crucial to success. According to Walden M&A President John Phillips, events like M&A South 2025 provide opportunities to build and strengthen meaningful connections, leading to tangible results. “M&A South 2025 is an opportunity for buyers and sellers’ representatives to meet […]

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Exciting News and a New Chapter for Walden Businesses!

Dear Valued Clients, Partners, and Friends, I hope this message finds you well. Today, I am both thrilled and a bit nostalgic to share some significant news regarding Walden, a company that has been my pride and joy for over 30 years. Walden’s Legacy of Excellence Walden has thrived on the principles of integrity, excellence, […]

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John S. Phillips

Walden Businesses Welcomes John S Phillips

Walden Businesses is pleased to announce the addition of John S. Phillips as a mergers and acquisition professional with the Walden team. John is a decorated US Army Retired Colonel and accomplished business executive who brings a strong legacy of excellence to Walden Businesses. He has leveraged his broad experience to build, turnaround, stabilize, and […]

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WALDEN BUSINESSES, FOUNDING M&A MEMBER OF CORNERSTONE INTERNATIONAL ALLIANCE

Walden Businesses is a founding member of CIA. As a global partnership of mergers & acquisition firms focused on the lower middle market, access is to an elite network, world-wide reach, in-depth industry expertise, and proven results. Let Walden work for you! CLICK TO READ THE NEWSLETTER

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