FOCUS
S&P Capital has a very unique niche in the world of mergers and acquisitions. We focus specifically on businesses requiring the sophistication of an investment bank that do not meet the typical size requirements of a Wall Street firm. By specializing in the middle market and working with clients primarily in the Southeast, we can offer our expertise through hands-on services. We do not work with all companies and make sure that there is a good fit between our organizations before taking on engagements. We want to make sure that we are all working toward the same goals to dedicate our time and energy to better fulfill your needs. After meeting us, you will see that we are not just another investment banking boutique. Our backgrounds and experience allow us the insight to see things from your perspective.
VALUATION SERVICES
We evaluate your business for you with no obligation so that you know what to expect. Our system draws upon national databases of businesses sold, recasts your financials to determine a true "business cash flow", researches industry standards to determine the current market climate within your industry, and recommends a price and structure for sale based upon these models. Valuation of businesses is in many ways more of an art than a science, yet our method has refined the art to take the guess work out of pricing businesses.
CONFIDENTIALITY
S&P Capital considers confidentiality to be of the utmost importance in all aspects of our transactions. We appreciate the value of your employees, customer base, track record and goodwill and understand the critical need for confidentiality related to the sale of a business.
INTEGRITY
We pride ourselves on the long-term relationships we build with our clients. We are not just focused on transactions. We are advisors to our clients and believe very strongly in keeping their best interests in mind at all times. Trust and honesty are very important to us.
PROVEN SYSTEM
Our system works. Through our experience, we have created and follow a structured process designed to efficiently identify key qualified buyers to maximize value to the shareholders.MARKETING/EXPOSURE
S&P Capital develops a custom marketing strategy specifically designed for your company. We use a combination of vehicles to confidentially market your business only to qualified buyers. S&P Capital has the tools, the skill, and the experience to protect the confidential nature of these transactions, while providing an environment for a successful negotiation.
ESTABLISHED NETWORK
S&P Capital works with an ever-growing network of accountants, attorneys, lenders, private equity and venture capital groups that help ensure a positive experience from start to finish.
STRUCTURED NEGOTIATIONS
When you deal directly with a buyer, it can weaken your negotiating position. Having S&P Capital represent you will assist you in achieving top dollar for your business. We help negotiate an agreeable price for your business, map out the best possible plan for the transaction, help a buyer get any financing that is needed, deal with all of their advisors' questions, compile a package of information for the lending institution, and monitor the transaction to completion. This allows you to maintain a positive relationship with the buyer and focus on running your business.
BOTTOM LINE
S&P Capital delivers results for your effective sale. We have the necessary experience to structure win-win transactions.
Our firm has a very thorough buyer qualification process, interviewing each buyer before ever discussing specific business opportunities in detail. Each qualified buyer is required to sign a non-disclosure and confidentiality agreement. Private investors are also required to provide a financial statement disclosing their wherewithal and allocation of funds. In addition, we educate every buyer about our policies and the process of buying a business through us. It is only after this extensive qualification that a buyer is introduced to a business. By screening prospective buyers, we do not waste a seller's time meeting with the wrong candidates. To help ensure a positive experience, S&P Capital mediates every meeting and interaction. We then guide the process to completion.