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How to Manage Working Capital in an M&A Transaction

Giorgio Andonian - June 5th, 2023

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) can be a great way for businesses to expand their operations, enter new markets, and increase profitability.

What you need to know before selling business

Giorgio Andonian - May 22nd, 2023

Making the decision to sell your business is usually a very difficult one.

Automotive Aftermarket 1Q 2023 Report

Michael J. McGregor, Giorgio Andonian, Cole Strandberg and Nancy Rolland - May 5th, 2023

The Q1 Automotive Aftermarket report provides commentary by sector within the industry, a case study to illustrate the ROI provided a tire specialist and repair center, relevant industry articles, podcast, blogs, past transactions and current deals in the market.

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What’s With All These C-Corps?

Michael J. McGregor - May 1st, 2023

There really is no good reason for most small, privately held tire dealers to be organized as C-corporations (C-corps) anymore.

EVs: Opportunities Outweigh Challenges for Collision Repair Shops

Cole Strandberg - April 24th, 2023

As the automotive industry continues to shift towards electric vehicles (EVs), collision repair businesses have a significant opportunity to stand out by investing in the training and equipment necessary to repair EVs properly.

How to Operate a Successful Family Business

Nancy Rolland - April 3rd, 2023

Running a family business can be a unique and fulfilling experience – if you are reading this as a family business owner you are already know that! Successfully navigating the intricacies of working with family members while also ensuring the business is profitable and sustainable can be challenging but also rewarding. Family businesses often have …

The internal combustion engine still has lots left in the tank

Giorgio Andonian - March 27th, 2023

Internal combustion engines (ICEs) have been around for more than 100 years, and despite a surge of competition from electric vehicles (EVs), they are still highly relevant and will likely remain so for a long time to come.

Search Funds and the ‘Silver Tsunami’ in Collision Repair

Cole Strandberg - February 27th, 2023

It’s no secret that the collision repair business—much like most other trade industries—is aging.

FOCUS Managing Director Michael McGregor Releases a New Edition of his Book, Buy, Build, Fix, Sell

February 13th, 2023

Washington, DC, (February 13, 2023) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a leading national middle market investment banking firm providing M&A services, is pleased to announce that Michael McGregor, Managing Director, has released the second edition of his book, Buy, Build, Fix, Sell. The new edition, written to help tire & service dealers build better businesses, …

How private equity is consolidating the tire & service market

Giorgio Andonian - February 13th, 2023

Private equity has been an important source of capital for businesses of all kinds seeking growth.

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