Death, taxes – even divorce – are some of the more sobering circumstances that underscore the need for an independent valuation. Even when the motivation is more upbeat – such as a qualified buyer with a serious offer – the existence of an independent appraisal can provide the parties with a sense of reliability.

Business owners thinking about transitioning out of their companies must consider factors that help identify and target buyers of choice.  Certainly, active acquirers that consistently demonstrate an ability to pay handsome prices, close deals rapidly and continuously create shareholder value via acquisitions is a winning combination.

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PCE is pleased to announce that Will Stewart was named an Emerging Leader in the Dealmaker category by the M&A Advisor.

New York, NY – Hisco, an employee-owned, specialty distribution company serving aerospace, electronic assembly, medical device and other industrial markets, recently announced the acquisition of Absolute Industrial Fabricators (AIF). PCE Investment Bankers sourced the acquisition and served as exclusive financial advisor to Hisco. This is the fifth acquisition PCE has helped Hisco close since 2012.

PCE Investment Bankers is pleased to announce the shareholders of Hendry Marine Industries, Inc., a Tampa, Florida, based full-service shipyard and maritime service company, have sold a partial interest of the company to the Hendry Marine Industries ESOPTrust.  PCE Investment Bankers served as the financial advisor to Hendry Marine Industries.

The M&A Advisor announced the winners of the 14th Annual M&A Advisor Awards on Tuesday, November 17th at the 2015 M&A Advisor Awards Gala to a jubilant, sold-out crowd at the New York Athletic Club New York, NY. PCE Investment Bankers was named the winner for the Industrial Manufacturing and Distribution Deal of the Year ($10MM to $100MM). PCE advised Zak Incorporated in its sale to LAI International, an RLJ Equity portfolio company.

M&A Advisor recently announced PCE Investment Bankers has been named a finalist in two transaction categories for this year’s Annual M&A Advisor Awards.  LAI International’s acquisition of Zak Incorporated was nominated in the categories of Industrial Manufacturing and Distribution Deal of the Year (from $10MM to $100MM) and Corporate and Strategic Acquisition of the Year (from $10MM to $25MM). PCE served as the exclusive financial advisor to Zak Incorporated.

PCE Advisors, Will Stewart, David Jasmund and Eric Zaleski will attend this year’s ESOP Association Conference in Las Vegas.  This is one of the largest ESOP conferences in the world with over 60 sessions and more than 150 speakers.

Attendance at this year’s WINDPOWER conference was down, but the mood did not match. Below are some takeaways from the conference.