GP Ventures Advises Electronics Manufacturing Training Holding on Acquisition of Blackfox Training
GP Ventures is pleased to announce that its client, Electronics Manufacturing Training Holding, has acquired Blackfox Training Institute. Founded in 1996, Blackfox is a leading provider of IPC training and certification services. Electronics Manufacturing Training Holding is also the owner of EPTAC, an internationally recognized leader in IPC training and certification. Financial terms were not... Read More →
What Do Buyers Expect?
For sellers, the whole process is relatively simple: They may say it’s not just about the money, but in truth, it is. Sellers also want a quick process, most of their money upfront, and a reasonable expectation that any deferred compensation will actually be paid. They’re usually concerned that the buyer will take good care... Read More →
How to Choose the Right Buyer
Choosing the right buyer is more difficult than you might think. It would be easy to say that a seller should just choose the deal with the highest offer, but there are many other considerations. Usually, a seller initially signs one Letter of Intent (LOI) that includes an exclusivity period of 60 to 90 days.... Read More →
The Power of Projections
We are headed toward that time of year many of us dread—budgeting for the next year. This budgeting process becomes a huge tug-of-war because there is a lot at stake in terms of resources, bonuses, and pride. Unfortunately, many companies either give it little effort or they forgo the process entirely. However, budgets and projections... Read More →
2023 Mid-Year North American PCB and EMS M&A Update
The M&A market for North American PCB and EMS companies was quite active in the first half of 2023. In the PCB sector, our records show seven deals were completed in the first six months of 2023, compared to only five in all of 2022. In addition, two deals have been announced in July. In... Read More →
GP Ventures Represents Sunstone Circuits in their Sale to American Standard Circuits
July 2023 American Standard Circuits (ASC) and Sunstone Circuits are excited to announce their merger, creating a dynamic partnership that will revolutionize the printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing landscape. This strategic alliance brings numerous advantages to customers, establishing a new standard of excellence in PCB solutions. Financial terms were not disclosed. The combination of American... Read More →
How to Announce a Deal
Congrats! You’ve sold your company, and now it’s time to celebrate by making an announcement—from the beach, golf course, or the deck of a round-the-world cruise, right? In fact, it really is better if the announcement has some careful thought and planning, and this means spending a little more time in the office working on... Read More →
With M&A Deals, Timing is Everything
Business owners frequently ask whether the time is right to sell their business. Timing can make all the difference in getting a premium value for your business. If all signs are positive, more buyers will be interested, investors and lenders will feel that, and deals will go more smoothly. But getting the timing right is... Read More →
Seven Drivers of Market Success
Throughout my years in electronics M&A, I have seen some companies succeed and others fail. A variety of factors determine the success of a company, from great leadership to a strong corporate culture and luck. I define a successful company as one that is profitable and receives attractive offers in the market, whereas a failing... Read More →
Selling a Business vs. Selling a Product
Over the years, you became an expert at selling products, so much so that it became second nature. Now it is time to sell the business, and suddenly you feel uncomfortable. Many owners become educated by experiencing one or more busted deals. With a little preparation and research, you can help increase the odds of... Read More →