Mergers & Acquisitions

BCC ADVISERS is engaged by either a seller or a buyer of a business for the purpose of assisting in the ownership transfer of all or a portion of the business operation. Typically, we are engaged to conduct some preliminary work in preparation for the actual merger or acquisition assignment. Such preliminary activities include:

• Establishment of Acquisition or Divestiture Goals and Criteria.
• Identification of Prospective Seller or Buyer Candidates.
• Strategic Review of Complementary Business Opportunities.
• Qualification Requirements of Potential Buyers.
• Profile Likely Sale Structure.

For this work and to secure the engagement of our firm, there is normally a modest engagement fee. Out-of-pocket expenses are also passed on directly to the client.

A major advantage of working with BCC ADVISERS on a merger or acquisition project is that our compensation is based primarily on our ability to deliver the desired results to you, our client. Except for the initial engagement fee, our compensation is based solely on a percentage of the value of the transaction that is accomplished. It is based on total assets transferred, and is negotiated prior to the start of the engagement. The client reserves the right to accept or reject any transaction that BCC ADVISERS has negotiated. Our transaction fee is not earned unless you, our client, are satisfied with the results.

Services provided by BCC ADVISERS to a "seller" include:

• Development of the Selling Memorandum.
• Valuation Analysis of the Business.
• Search and Identification of Strategic Buyers.
• Assistance in Structuring the Transaction.
• Advice on Issues through Transaction Closing Date.

Services provided by BCC ADVISERS to a "buyer" include:

• Identification of Acquisition Opportunities.
• Assistance in Valuation of Acquisition Candidates.
• Assistance in Arranging and Evaluating Funding Alternatives.
• Assistance in Structuring the Transaction.
• Advice on Issues through Transaction Closing Date.

In addition to our own experienced staff, BCC ADVISERS (through its membership in the International Network of M&A Partners, IMAP) has a network of affiliated offices throughout North America, Europe, and Asia that allows for a wider range of prospecting and deal-making activity. Last year, IMAP members completed hundreds of transactions with an aggregate deal value of over $4 billion.

To learn how BCC ADVISERS can assist you with your business transfer needs, contact a BCC representative today.