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Mergers & Acquisitions

Croft & Bender rolled up their sleeves and provided invaluable expertise through every step of the process to ensure that we found the right home for the business. We're excited about the partnership with Colonial, which we believe will launch Aqua Smart into its next stage of growth.


- Harold Stieffel, CEO Aqua Smart

Mergers & Acquistions

Croft & Bender has been a highly valued and trusted advisor throughout the transaction process. Their expertise and diligent efforts effectively prepared and positioned the Company at each stage and were critical in achieving a highly successful outcome for our employees and customers, as I move on to my next technology venture


- Massoud Alibakhsh, CEO Nue MD

We're Experts on Selling

Sell-Side Advisory

Croft & Bender works closely with clients to review strategic alternatives and advise on a range of marketing strategies to develop a customized approach that optimizes the clients' goals and expected outcomes.

Croft & Bender provides a comprehensive, turnkey process from initial market preparation through the closing of a transaction. Allow us to leverage our expertise in sell-side advisory to strategically position your business for a successful sale. With our guidance, you can rest assured that we will navigate the complexities of the market to deliver optimal results for you as a business owner.

Advising on expected valuation range and market terms for the business

Developing the appropriate marketing strategy

Identifying and prioritizing potential buyers

Preparing marketing materials and a detailed financial model

Managing buyer communications

Facilitating due diligence

Evaluating offers

Negotiating the final price and terms of the transaction

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Buy-Side Advisory

Croft & Bender represents purchasers, including public companies, private companies, private equity groups and individuals, in acquiring a targeted business.

Croft & Bender may initiate the transaction by bringing the potential acquisition idea to the client or the client may ask our assistance in completing a transaction with a target that has already been identified or contacted.

Depending on the circumstances, Croft & Bender assists clients with a range of buy-side advisory services.

Identifying a target or targets

Valuing the target business

Analyzing the financial impact of the acquisition

Performing due diligence

Developing the purchase proposal and negotiation strategy

Negotiating the final price and terms of the purchase

Arranging financing as required

Client Feedback

Croft & Bender has been a valued and trusted partner to 4th Source throughout the transaction process. They effectively positioned the Company to generate strong interest and provided expert guidance through various complexities to closing. This transaction represents a tremendous outcome for our shareholders, employees and customers.

Chris Desautelle
CEO, 4th Source, Inc.

Croft & Bender's extensive experience was vital to positioning the Company to maximize interest from potential investors. They employed a hands-on approach and effectively managed a sophisticated process to ensure a successful outcome. We are extremely excited about partnering with HCI and continuing to grow our business in the future.

Ty King
President, AmerCare

The Croft & Bender team were very helpful in preparing Mudlick Mail for a transaction. They then ran a highly effective process that maximized competition. Their expertise and guidance at key points in the process were instrumental in enabling a great outcome for the Company and its shareholders.

Greg Sands
CEO, Mudlick Mail

Croft & Bender has been a highly valued and trusted advisor throughout the transaction preparation and process. Their expertise and guidance effectively prepared and positioned the Company at each stage and were critical in achieving a phenomenal outcome for our shareholders, team members and customers" commented Drive President Rissy Sutherland. "We are delighted to partner with Silver Oak, which brings extensive experience in scaling multi-site platforms, as we look to expand our footprint."

Rissy Sutherland
President, Drive Automotive Services

C&B directed us every step of the way and their diligent efforts enabled us to provide the right information at the right times to all parties involved, resulting in a successful outcome for our team.

Lamar Frady
Executive Vice President, Mountain Express Oil

Croft & Bender has been a highly valued and trusted advisor throughout the transaction process. Their expertise and diligent efforts effectively prepared and positioned the Company at each stage and were critical in achieving a highly successful outcome for our employees, customers and shareholders.

Matt Crandell
CEO, Automation Control Products

Croft & Bender was pivotal in helping us position the business to maximize interest from potential buyers and effectively managing the process to a successful outcome.

Michael Lustig
CEO, Movero, Inc.