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Ron Reed Named ACG Investment Banker of the Year
March 20, 2026 A Career Built on Real-World Experience Ron Reed brings more than 30 years of...
Turning Demographic Disruption into Opportunity
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Cascade Partners Announces Leadership Transition as Part of Long-Term Growth and Succession Strategy
Eric Green Named Chief Executive Officer; Two Senior Leaders Admitted to PartnershipDetroit, MI –...
Behavioral Healthcare Market Update
Oncology at an Inflection Point: How Clinical Innovation is Fueling a New Wave of M&A
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2025 Metals Market Reset
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Forces Powering Clinical Neurology’s $50B Growth Trajectory
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Cascade Partners Recognized for First Care Medical Acquisition
An M&A Advisor Awards Healthcare Deal Finalist Cascade Partners is proud to announce that the...
2025 U.S. Consumer Economy
by Eric Green Managing DirectorConsumer & Sports Construction Practice LeadCascade...
Clinical Neurology Industry Market Update
Industry Overview Clinical neurology practices are evolving into one of the most attractive...
Selling Your Business with Confidence, Clarity, and Value
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Oregon SB 951 – A Threat to Physicians and Patients
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Electrical Contracting M&A Market Update
The U.S. electrical contracting market, valued at $255 billion in 2024, is expected to grow to...
Cascade Wins Cross Border Deal of The Year
Cascade Partners named among the winners for the 16th Annual M&A Advisor International M&A Awards in the Cross Border Deal of The Year.
Emerson Fisher Named 2025 Emerging Leader by M&A Advisor
The M&A Advisor Emerging Leader Award has gone to Emerson Fisher, Director at Cascade...
Healthcare M&A Market Update
Our Healthcare M&A Market Update dives deep into what's driving merger and acquisition...
Consumer M&A Market Update
Our Consumer M&A Market Update covers what's driving mergers and acquisitions in the North...
North American M&A Market Update – May 2025
Our North American M&A Market Update zeros in on North American consumers and how overall...
Forging the Future: Growth, Innovation, and Strategy in the Metal Fabricating Industry
The metal fabricating, machining, and stamping industry is undergoing significant transformation,...
Coordinated Care for Personal Injury (PI) Healthcare: Strategies for Providers, Attorneys, and Investors
by Ron Reed Managing Director & Personal Injury Practice LeadCascade PartnersThe integrated...
Industrial Coatings Industry Market Update
Industrial Coatings Industry Overview Overall, the Industrial Coatings market is expected to see...
Running the Race: A financial performance evaluation metaphor
by Eric Green Managing DirectorCascade Partners Recently, I had the opportunity to...
Sports Construction Industry Market Update
Sports Construction Industry Overview The sports construction industry includes businesses...
Metal Fabricating, Machining and Stamping Industry Market Update
Key Metal Processing Industry Statisticsincrease in metalworking technology orders in NOV 2024...
Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) Industry Update
The Architectural, Engineering and Construction industry is positioned for continued growth
Navigating Economic Uncertainty: The Importance of Turnaround and Restructuring
In today’s unpredictable economy, turnaround and restructuring consultants are essential. They help businesses tackle financial and operational challenges, significantly impacting them during tough times.
Valuations and Relationships – A Parallel of Consistency and Predictability
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Labor Considerations in Mergers and Acquisitions
Labor issues are a key factor in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), especially when...
2025 M&A Market Outlook
As we step into 2025, the M&A market is poised for a robust year. It is driven by a favorable...
Tax Planning in M&A Transactions
Taxes are inevitable, but strategic tax planning during mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is essential for middle-market business owners and entrepreneurs. Early attention to tax considerations can help preserve wealth and achieve long-term objectives.
Automotive Components Industry Market Update
Recent advancements in automotive components feature lightweight materials like aluminum and carbon fiber to reduce vehicle weight, enhancing fuel efficiency and performance. The development of fuel-efficient engines focuses on reducing emissions and operating costs. Additionally, advanced safety features such as airbags, anti-lock braking systems, and traction control systems are being integrated.
Business Services Industry Market Update – October 2024
Key Business Services Industry StatisticsThe amount of damage the U.S. reported due to cybercrime...
Arjun Murthy Crain’s Detroit 40 Under 40 Honoree
Cascade Partners is proud to announce that Managing Director Arjun Murthy has been recognized as a...
Cardiology Healthcare Industry Market Update – September 2024
Key Cardiology Health Industry StatisticsAmericans experience a heart attack each year*annual...
Shareef Simaika CTP Joins Cascade’s Restructuring Practice
SOUTHFIELD, MI, AUGUST 14, 2024 — Cascade Partners is pleased to announce that Shareef Simaika has...
Tax Strategies and the Power of Early M&A Tax Planning
Related topics: Taxes and Transactions, The Letter of Intent – Unlocking the M&A Superpower In...
Women’s Healthcare Industry Market Update – July 2024
Key Women's Healthcare Industry Statisticsof women’s healthcare providers report they lack...
Electrical T&D Industry Market Update – July 2024
Key Electrical T&D Industry StatisticsThe average age of large power transformers which handle...
e-Commerce Industry Market Update
Key e-Commerce Industry InitiativesBoost e-commerce promotion plans to keep customers...
Vision Care Industry Market Update
Market Overview Ophthalmology practices are navigating a pivotal shift: patient volumes are...
Cascade Team Promotions
DETROIT, MICHIGAN, JULY 1, 2024—Cascade Partners (Cascade), a leading middle-market investment...
Environmental Consulting in M&A Transactions
Many businesses involved in mergers and acquisitions, even those that do not appear to have obvious environmental concerns, could greatly benefit from environmental consulting services. The following are some reasons why investment bankers may add environmental consulting as an integral part of the M&A transaction team for a wide range of businesses.
Recognizing when Restructuring is Necessary
The right team can make the difference between distress and success! Determining the right time to...
Representations and Warranty Insurance
What it is and why you need it! In mergers and acquisitions (M&A), navigating the intricate...
Eric Green – A Beacon of Leadership at Cascade Partners
Eric Green stands out as a seasoned professional and a beacon of empathy-driven success. As the...
Understanding Reps & Warranties in M&A Transactions
Knowledge of representations and warranties (reps and warranties) is paramount for buyers and...
Why Private Equity
Physician's Guide to PE Learn what private equity is, as well as the benefits and drawbacks of a...
The Impact of Quality of Earnings Analysis in Due Diligence
Quality of Earnings Analysis Drives Deal Confidence Last year, the landscape of due diligence in...
Insider’s Guide to Private Equity
Considerations in making the right decision for your business. Owners of businesses of every size...
Business Restructuring & Performance Improvement: Signs your business may need them
This episode of Cascade Conversations podcast features Cascade Managing Directors, Ron Miller and...
Cascade Partners Wins Consulting Firm of The Year
Cascade Partners Announced as Consulting Firm of The Year in the M&A Advisor 18th Annual...
Eric Green Appointed as Cascade Partners Managing Director
DETROIT, MICHIGAN, JANUARY 9, 2023: Cascade Partners is excited to announce the appointment of...
Arjun Murthy Promoted to Managing Director
DETROIT, MICHIGAN, JANUARY 3, 2023: Cascade Partners is pleased to announce the promotion of Arjun...
The Future of Agriculture M&A: Trends and Strategies
Join Cascade Partners Managing Director, Jon Doehr, and Tom Walker, Senior Partner –...
M&A Middle Market Update Q3 – 2023
The Power of a Letter of Intent
A non-binding Letter of Intent does not mean unnecessary! Cascade Managing Director Rajesh Kothari...
Healthcare M&A Transaction Compliance Considerations
Join Cascade Partners Managing Director Raj Kothari and McDonald Hopkins Health Care Practice...
The Letter of Intent – Unlocking the M&A Superpower
Nonbinding does not mean unnecessary. On the surface, a Letter of Intent (LOI) may seem an...
Is it time to Restructure?: Cascade’s Restructuring Practice
Cascade's restructuring services apply our extensive experiences as owners, operators, and board...
Cascade Colleague – Emerson Fisher
Cascade Partners is proud of our talented and diverse team and honored they chose to build their...
A Great Defense is a Strong Offense! Surprises can kill a deal
Join Rajesh Kothari, Managing Director – Cascade Partners and Peter Roth, Partner – Varnum...
Labor Considerations in M&A Transactions
This episode of Cascade Conversations discusses how labor regulations and labor union agreements...
Winner Materials Deal of the Year – 14th Annual International M&A Awards
Cascade Partners Announced Winner of Materials Deal of the Year — 14th Annual International...
Unlocking the Potential of IIoT
By integrating IoT sensors and devices into industrial processes, IIoT enables businesses to gather and analyze data in real-time which improves operational efficiency, reduces downtime, enhances productivity, and increases corporate value. IIoT has become increasingly critical in M&A transactions as acquirors look to jumpstart their Industry 4.0 processes.
Arjun Murthy is an M&A Advisor Emerging Leader Award Winner!
NEWS RELEASE - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ARJUN MURTHY – DIRECTOR, CASCADE PARTNERS, ANNOUNCED AS A...
Investment Bankers and M&A Attorneys: The Deal Dream Team
Why you need them both. Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions are as complex as they are...
Cascade Colleague – Ron Miller
Distress, disruption, and economic swings sound frightening to business owners and shareholders....
Healthcare M&A Deal Dynamics & Compliance
This month's podcast has a healthcare theme. Rajesh U. Kothari, Managing Director - Cascade...
Securing the Industrial Internet of Things
While IIoT has brought significant benefits, such as improved efficiency and cost savings, it has also opened new security risks for manufacturers and risks for companies considering a merger, acquisition or financing transaction.
Cascade Colleague – David Thomas
Meet David Thomas, a Managing Director of Cascade Partners with over 30 years of investment...
IT Security Preparation for Mergers & Acquisitions
With cyber-attacks at an all-time high, the last thing needed before, during or after an M&A...
Cascade Partners, LLC has acquired Grand Rapids, MI-based BlueWater Partners, LLC
Check out Crain's Detroit article here SOUTHFIELD, MI, MARCH 6, 2023 – Cascade Partners has...
Arjun Murthy Wins MiBiz M&A Young Dealmaker of the Year!
Grand Rapids, MI, February 27, 2023 – Cascade Partners is proud to congratulate Arjun Murthy on...
Environmental Regulations and M&A Transactions
Listen in as Ron Reed, Cascade CEO and Managing Director, and Michael Kulka, Founder and CEO, PM...
M&A Jargon 101
Raj Kothari and Justin Klimko (Butzel) transform complex M&A jargon into comprehensible definitions, giving everyone a leg up on understanding their options in the business world.
Cascade Partners Named Winners for the 21st Annual M&A Advisor Awards
New York, NY, November 17, 2022 – Cascade Partners is thrilled and honored to announce they’re...
Go on the offense, sometimes using your defense – by Rajesh U. Kothari
Reprinted from GD GGi "FYI M&A News" As part of the process of preparing for the sale of a...
Cascade Partners Finalist in 2022 M&A Advisor Awards
Southfield, Michigan, September 13, 2022 – The M&A Advisor announced the finalists of the 21st...
Britton Vision Associates, P.C. Partners with Vision Integrated Partners
Britton Vision Associates, P.C. (BVA), a leading provider of ophthalmologic care with locations...
Jon Doehr to Lead Cascade Partners’ Ohio Growth
Cleveland, Ohio: Cascade Partners is pleased to announce that Jon Doehr will be leading its growth...
Cascade Partners Named Finalist for 18TH Annual M&A Advisor Award for Remington’s Sale to Gridiron Capital
We are pleased to announce that The M&A Advisor has announced that the sale of Remington...
NSF International Expands Health Sciences Group with Acquisition of Majority Interest in Amarex (CRO)
NSF's acquisition of Amarex creates a single access point for medical device and pharma/biotech...
Midwest Vision Partners Announces Partnership with Michigan Eye Institute
Midwest Vision Partners (MVP) is pleased to announce its partnership with Michigan Eye Institute...
Take Steps to Keep Things Moving in Your Dealmaking Activity
There’s a saying in the deal world that time kills all deals. That may be a slight overstatement...
Leading Tech Company Positioned to Accelerate Its Growth Through Capital Investment
Surgere, the global industry leader in software bringing visibility and control for supply chains...
I’ve Decided to Sell My Business, Now What?
This is the second installment of our partner Q&A with Brouse McDowell on Where to Start When...
Ron Reed Recognized as Electronic Frontier Foundation Sponsor
At Cascade Partners we encourage our team to engage in causes important to them and the community....
Where to Start When Selling Your Business
This is the first part of a mini series on Selling Your Business with Brouse McDowell. To read...
Cascade Partners to Receive Two Awards at ACG Detroit Awards Ceremony
Cascade Partners is delighted to share that our firm, along with team member Matt Feldman, will...
Two Leading National Online Retailers Acquired
Two Leading Online Retailers, Sportsman’s Guide & The Golf Warehouse, Join the BHG Ventures...
Riding the eCommerce M&A Wave Featured on Axial’s Middle Market Review
Riding the eCommerce M&A Wave was featured on Axial’s Middle Market Review on August 12, 2021....
Evaluating Options For Liquidity
Evaluating Options for Liquidity When considering your options for liquidity, abundance of...
Raj Kothari Featured on “Across the Table, A Healthcare Private Equity Podcast”
Featured Experts Name: Rajesh Kothari What he does: As the Founder and Managing Director of...
Cascade Conversations: Teasers and CIMS
In this episode of Cascade Conversations, Rajesh Kothari gives a quick snapshot of what a teaser...
Transaction Options: Variety Is The Spice of Dealmaking
Transcript: Host, Dustin Klein | Smart Business: Welcome to Transaction Options: Variety is the...
Beaumont and Spectrum Health Sign LOI For Merger
Spectrum Health, based in Grand Rapids, and Beaumont Health, based in Southfield, are exploring...
Rajesh Kothari Honored as Crain’s Detroit Business’ 2021 Administrator/Executive Health Care Hero
“The line we use in Civil Air Patrol is ‘Semper Gumby,’ which means always flexible. That’s what...
Rajesh Kothari Joins Northstar Bank Board of Directors
Northstar Bank announced today that Rajesh Kothari has joined their Board of Directors. “I am...
Civil Air Patrol
Managing Director and Founder of Cascade Partners, Rajesh U. Kothari, has been involved in Civil...
Soldier’s Angels
Soldiers’ Angels has programs to support military families, deployed service members, wounded...
Hear from Remington Products
The Cascade Partners Difference: Hear from Rhonda Newman of Remington Products from Cascade...
Hear from Northwest Eye Clinic
The Cascade Partners Difference: Hear From Our Client Joen Condon from Cascade Partners on Vimeo.
Hear from Kevan Lawlor of NSF International
The Cascade Partners Difference: Hear From Our Client Kevan Lawlor from Cascade Partners on Vimeo.
Hear from Seth Davis of Equipment Maintenance Solutions
Hear from our client Seth Davis from Cascade Partners on Vimeo. Learn more about the Cascade...
Hear from Keith Polster of Mason Structural Steel
The Cascade Partners Difference: Hear From Our Client Keith Polster from Cascade Partners on Vimeo.
Hear from Laith Yaldoo a private investor and entrepreneur
The Cascade Partners Difference: Hear From Our Client Laith Yaldoo from Cascade Partners on Vimeo.
Hear from William Wappler of Surgere
The Cascade Partners Difference: Hear From Our Client William Wappler from Cascade Partners on...
Hear from Robert Wolford of Grand Rapids Ophthalmology
The Cascade Partners Difference: Hear From Our Client Bob Wolford from Cascade Partners on Vimeo.
Preparing for Life After Entering a Private Equity Partnership
In this session from the 2021 Healthcare MSO Conference, Managing Director Rajesh Kothari...
Greater Cleveland Foodbank’s Harvest for Hunger
Harvest for Hunger is a joint effort of four area food banks to raise money and food to fight...
Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries
The team at Cascade Partners starts every year with a report on the lives we have impacted. It...
Leader Dogs for the Blind
People who are blind or visually impaired endure hardships we can barely imagine. Things that were...
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit organization that helps families build and improve places to...
Main Street Announces New Portfolio Investment
HOUSTON, April 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) (a.k.a. Main...
Raj Kothari Shares His Journey Into Private Equity on The Becker Group Business Leadership® Podcast
Grace Lynn Keller | Host of Becker Group Business Leadership Podcast This is Grace Lynn Keller...
Michigan Gastroenterology Institute and Capitol Colorectal Surgery Partners Join H.I.G. Growth Partners Portfolio Company
BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–H.I.G. Growth Partners (H.I.G.), the dedicated growth capital investment...
MiBiz Roundtable: M&A experts forecast strong deal flow in post-pandemic rebound
According to a recent MiBiz roundtable discussion, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) should...
The Rapid Emergence of Risk Mitigation and Operational Resilience as Critical Factors in Automation
Are risk mitigation and business continuity challenges top of mind for you? Are you considering...
THINK Business Podcast: Jon Dwoskin Talks with Rajesh Kothari
Jon Dwoskin recently spoke with Cascade Partners managing director, Raj Kothari about business...
Disruption: The Theme for Distributors Throughout COVID-19
Disruption. That is the theme for many distributors throughout COVID-19. According to a recent...
Important Trends in Operational Improvements for Distributors
Invest or Exit! With the onset of Industrial 4.0, smart manufacturing and other technological...
The Cascade Partners Difference
Watch the video on Vimeo. Learn more about the Cascade Partners Difference here.
Growing through Uncertainty with PRA Global
Industries – Business Services Industries – Industrials Financings & Recapitalizations Growing...
Cascade Webinar: The Current State of the Financing Market and Capital Availability
This Cascade webinar covers today's financing market and how alternatives accommodate short- and...
6 Steps to a Productive Acquisition Strategy
Industries – Business Services Industries – Industrials 6 Steps to a Productive Acquisition...
You Can Create Opportunity in this COVID-19 Crisis
During times of uncertainty, there is still opportunity. As you look to usher your business...
Capital is Available that Provides Liquidity and Flexibility
The availability of capital from private credit lenders, structured equity funds and family...
What Do I Do Now Coronavirus has Disrupted But Not Extinguished M&A Options?
The coronavirus pandemic has hit all businesses in a sudden and dramatic way, interrupting plans...
2019 Year In Review
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Cascade Partners Announced as Finalist in Multiple Categories for the 17th Annual M&A Awards
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CASCADE PARTNERS ANNOUNCED AS FINALIST IN MULTIPLE CATEGORIES FOR THE 17th...
There’s A Lot of Value in Using Professional Expertise to Sell Your Business
The following article by Ken Marblestone originally appeared in Smart Business Cleveland. You’ve...
Cascade Partners Wins Award for Private Equity Deal
The M&A Advisor Awarded Cascade Partners Private Equity Deal of the Year Cascade Partners LLC...
Midwest Vision Partners Announces Partnership with Michigan Eye Institutes
Midwest Vision Partners (“MVP”) is pleased to announce its partnership with Michigan Eye Institute...
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire LSG Insurance Partners
ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill., Sept. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. today announced...
Rajesh U. Kothari, CFA Named Next Commander of Civil Air Patrol’s Michigan Wing
Cincinnati, OH – Col Matthew Creed, Commander of Great Lakes Region, Civil Air Patrol, today...
Cascade Becomes First Michigan Member of The Geneva Capital Group
Cascade Partners has executed transactions in 5 of 7 continents, earning us the honor of becoming...
Raj Kothari Named 2018 Advisor of the Year by MiBiz
MiBiz (now Crain's Grand Rapids Business) has named Raj Kothari the 2018 Advisor of the Year....