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KLH Presents at North Texas Chapter Meeting of EPI

KLH Partner James Darnell recently spoke at the North Texas Chapter of the Exit Planning Institute’s monthly meeting.  The purpose of the event was to educate Exit Planning Advisors on how private equity groups can be a solution for business owners who are interested in selling their business or retiring.  You can view the slides from the event here: http://bit.ly/1u3Cor0.

Recent Article: What to Expect from the Due Diligence Process

In a recently published article, Partner James Darnell pull’s back the curtain for business owners on what to expect from the due diligence process when working with a private equity group.  Check it out the full article here: http://lnkd.in/dVeVrTZ.

Business Journal Private Equity Ranking

KLH was recently ranked by the Tampa Bay Business Journal as the 9th largest Private Equity Firm in the area in their recent issue.  Check out the rankings here or read the full issue their website.

KLH Associate Jason Hubbard mentioned in ACG Growth Magazine

Jason Hubbard’s recent promotion was picked up by ACG’s Growth Magazine and is featured in the December issue. Check it out here: http://lnkd.in/dVeVrTZ.

KLH Capital to Sponsor the M&A Source Conference in Austin, TX

KLH is pleased to announce that we will once again sponsor the fall M&A Source Conference and Cocktail Reception in Austin, Texas. “Our firm is pleased to continue supporting and sponsoring this organization. Over half of KLH Capital investments were referred to us by members of the M&A Source and we continue to find our relationships here invaluable. Join us on Monday evening for cocktails and networking in Austin,” said Kyle Madden, Vice President of KLH Capital and M&A Source Board Member. Read the full press release here.

KLH Axial Article – Value Drivers

Accessing the private capital markets can be tricky — especially for first time visitors. Whether you are considering a recapitalization, a management buy-in or buy-out, or a family transfer, there are key considerations that should be discussed and understood before any company is brought to market. To identify the best buyer and maximize purchase price, the business owner and the investment banker should both be able to articulate the value drivers for the company. Clearly articulating these points can help a potential investor see the value of your business. In this article on the Axial forum, we discuss the 5 key value drivers…

KLH Capital Investment Criteria: A Closer Look

In this article, you will get a closer look at our "real" criteria and the finer points that make a company an ideal fit for KLH Capital.

KLH Presents M&A Source Webinar

KLH was honored to present a recent webinar sponsored by the M&A Source, titled “Value Drivers & Business Models.” In the webinar, James Darnell, a Partner with KLH Capital, discusses: The importance of understanding the goals and objectives of all the stakeholders involved in the deal The key value drivers in most lower-middle market businesses that private equity groups are focused on The various investment merits and key diligence items for manufacturing, distribution and service based businesses Click the link above to view the webinar or feel free to reach out to our team to learn more about how KLH can help…

KLH Completes Management Buyout of Atchafalaya Measurement, Inc.

KLH Capital is pleased to announce that it has partnered with the management of Atchafalaya Measurement, Inc. (“AMI”) to complete a management buyout of the business. Atchafalaya Measurement, based in Scott, LA, is a multi-basin Oil & Gas Services company providing customized measurement systems to onshore and offshore drilling operations in many of the fastest growing drilling regions in the United States. AMI has exhibited substantial growth, as its management team has strategically targeted high-growth regions of drilling activity and developed a reputation as a premier service provider in its industry. The transaction provides the management team with a value-added…

KLH Capital Completes Recapitalization of Mid-State Machine and Fabricating

KLH Capital is pleased to announce that it has partnered with the management of Mid-State Machine and Fabricating Corporation (“Mid-State”) in a recapitalization transaction. Headquartered in Lakeland, FL, Mid-State is a leading provider of outsourced fabrication, maintenance, and field services to the mining, chemical, power, and general manufacturing industries. Since its founding in 1973, Mid-State has grown into a complete industrial services organization serving the mission-critical needs of its customers across the country, and has expanded its facility into one of the largest machine and fabricating shops in the southeastern U.S. “We were looking for an experienced partner that could…