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## Blog

- [How Do Private Equity Funds Decide When To Sell Portfolio Companies?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2023/03/how-do-private-equity-funds-decide-when-to-sell-portfolio-companies/) - A PE fund's decision on when to sell a portfolio company hinges on weighing the company's near term growth opportunities against potential business risks.
- [Is The Fed's Stance On Interest Rates Hindering The M&A Market?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2024/07/is-the-feds-stance-on-interest-rates-hindering-the-ma-market/) - Six months into 2024, we’re still waiting for the Fed’s first rate reduction. How is that impacting the lower middle market M&A environment?
- [MCM Capital Partners Acquires AIM Processing](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2024/01/mcm-capital-partners-acquires-aim-processing/) - MCM Capital Partners is pleased to announce its acquisition of AIM Processing Inc, a technical injection molder of small tight tolerance components.
- [MCM Capital Partners Completes Sale Of Zinkan Enterprises](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2025/02/mcm-capital-partners-completes-sale-of-zinkan-enterprises/)
- [AIM Processing Acquires Technical Molded Products](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2024/09/aim-processing-acquires-technical-molded-products/) - AIM Processing, a precision injection molder of thermoplastic components, has completed the strategic acquisition of Technical Molded Products.
- [MCM Capital Exits Portfolio Company RMB Products](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2024/09/mcm-capital-exits-portfolio-company-rmb-products/)
- [Consumer Continues To Carry The Load](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2016/05/consumer-continues-to-carry-the-load/) - Let's get the bad news out of the way first. Q1 2016 GDP % growth rate was a dismal .8% and is reflective of an economy losing steam. However, the consumer...
- [MCM Capital Acquires Tech NH](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2023/08/mcm-capital-acquires-tech-nh/) - MCM Capital has partnered with Tech NH, a technical injection molder in Merrimack, New Hampshire serving the medical, industrial and green energy markets.
- [4 Questions To Ask A Potential Private Equity Buyer](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2023/03/4-questions-to-ask-a-potential-private-equity-buyer/) - Partnering with private equity is sure to have a transformative effect on any business. Here are some key questions to ask any potential private equity partner.
- [MCM Capital Exits Investment In Performance Plastics](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2022/09/mcm-capital-exits-investment-in-performance-plastics/) - PPL's highly differentiated capabilities and historic underinvestment in sales and marketing made the injection molder a prototypical MCM investment.
- [How to Quickly Estimate the Value of a Private Company](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2018/12/how-to-estimate-the-value-of-a-private-company/) - “What is the value of my business?” This is a common question asked by business owners for estate planning or retirement purposes since, in many cases, most of their wealth is tied up in their business.
- [MCM Capital Partners Completes Sale of Portfolio Company Torsion Group Corp.](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2022/03/mcm-capital-partners-completes-sale-of-portfolio-company-torsion-group-corp/)
- [Seven Factors Impacting Business Valuation](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2020/04/seven-factors-impacting-business-valuation-2/) - Determining the value of a privately held business is a factor driven analysis that goes far beyond a company's financial statements.
- [MCM Capital Partners Completes the sale of First Impression Ironworks to Digital Fuel Capital](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2021/04/mcm-capital-partners-completes-the-sale-of-first-impression-ironworks-to-digital-fuel-capital/)
- [Firing on all Cylinders](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2018/06/firing-on-all-cylinders-2/) - Generally speaking, the economy is firing on all cylinders as evidenced by S&P 500 25% earnings growth and 8% revenue growth in Q1 2018.
- ["Oh You Don’t Know The Shape I’m In" - US Economy](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2017/11/oh-you-dont-know-the-shape-im-in-us-economy/) - The health and outlook of the consumer is inextricably tied to labor market conditions. The October unemployment rate sat at 4.1%, essentially full employment...
- [Are There Monsters Under My Bed?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2017/08/are-there-monsters-under-my-bed/) - Warren Buffett once said of investing, "Be fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful." This contrarian perspective fairly describes my growing unease with the U.S. economy, much like a toddler hearing noises under their bed despite reassurances from their parents
- [Steady As She Goes](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2016/12/steady-as-she-goes/) - We are 27 quarters into the current economic expansion, albeit the weakest on record with a historically low 2.1% average annual GDP growth rate.
- [Healthier Consumer = Slowing Economy?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2016/01/healthierconsumerslowingeconomy/) - Various measures of employment and personal income, while arguably uninspiring for a recovery, point to improving economic health for the U.S. consumer...
- [A Fork In The Road](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2014/03/a-fork-in-the-road-2/) - s one contemplates the strength of current and prospective macroeconomic conditions it is important to discount the feeling of goodwill on Wall St...
- [Not Impressed](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2013/03/not-impressed/) - The million dollar question is whether the Q4 contraction is a harbinger of more bad news and possibly recessionary conditions in 2013
- [Thoughts on Housing](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2012/06/thoughts-on-housing/) - Although housing remains a drag on the economy, most other major markets such as automotive have experienced substantial recoveries from recent nadir's begging the question: When will the housing industry recover?
- [It Is Too A Recovery….I Think](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2013/05/it-is-too-a-recovery-i-think/) - Impactful industries, housing and automotive, have rebounded and general manufacturing activity has picked up, Then why don't I feel like we are in recovery?
- [Micro Size It](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2012/01/micro-size-it-3/) - Whether his insights prove prescient or not, it prompted me to consider the favorable dynamics of smaller companies making up the Microcap LBO market, MCM's target market for the last 20 years.
- [A Glimmer of Sunshine](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/12/a-glimmer-of-sunshine/) - I have become a bit fatigued with the stream of bad economic news (European debt crisis, fiscal deficits, blah, blah, blah) seemingly taking permanent residence in the Wall Street Journal. Consequently, I am choosing to start this macro-economic perspective with a little bit of sunshine
- [Partly Sunny With A Chance Of Thundershowers](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/06/partly-sunny-with-a-chance-of-thundershowers/) - Let me preface this blog with the fact I am neither an economist nor a meteorologist, but based on certain macroeconomic indicators and discussions with our portfolio CEO'S, sense economic storm clouds looming on the horizon.
- [Now Playing:  A Greek Economic Tragedy](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2015/02/now-playing-a-greek-economic-tragedy/) - The Greek economy is suffering through a deep recession exacerbated by the austerity measures put in place in 2010...
- [The Fiscal Cliff & The Economy](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2012/12/the-fiscal-cliff-the-economy-2/) - I am not the Grinch but America may be looking more like Whoville without any presents under the tree should our deficit continue to grow.
- [Keeping Deals On Track](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/08/keeping-deals-on-track-2/) - AM&AA held its Summer Conference which included over 400 M&A professionals discussing various topics ranging from valuation and leverage trends to the overall state of the middle market. I was asked to lead the panel discussion: Keeping Deals On Track
- [Happy Halloween From the MCM MC's](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/10/happy-halloween-from-the-mcm-mcs/)
- [MCM Acquires Zinkan Enterprises Inc.](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/11/mcm-acquires-zinkan-enterprises-inc/) - MCM Capital Partners ("MCM"), announces its investment fund the recapitalization of Zinkan Enterprises Inc., a manufacturer and value added distributor of specialty chemicals serving mining, industrial and commercial customers.
- [For A Random Walk Down Main Street](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/07/for-a-random-walk-down-main-street/) - Most finance majors at MBA programs during the 1980's, were introduced to Modern Portfolio Theory. We were taught about efficient markets and introduced to...
- [The Definition of a Dysfunctional Team....Can You Say "The Miami Heat"?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/06/the-definition-of-a-dysfunctional-team-can-you-say-the-miami-heat/) - An example of what happens when individual members do not work together to accomplish the overriding goal of the team. A recent example is how the highly talented individuals on the Miami Heat did not achieve their goal of winning the 2011 NBA Finals.
- [Growth Is Good…Except When It’s Bad](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/05/growth-is-good-except-when-its-bad/) - CEO's are constantly under pressure to drive profitability by growing sales. Sales growth initiatives typically involve introducing new products or services...
- [Parked On Level 5](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/04/parked-on-level-5/) - Identified certain key attributes of those businesses possessing enduring greatness, the foundation of which they discovered and coined was level 5 leadership.
- [Have A Blessed Easter Or Passover From MCM Capital Partners](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/04/have-a-blessed-easter-or-passover-from-mcm-capital-partners/) - MCM Capital Partners is a Cleveland, Ohio based private equity firm focused on acquiring niche manufacturers, value added distributors and service companies.
- [MCM Hosts 6th Annual Executive Summit](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/04/mcm-hosts-6th-annual-executive-summit/) - The topics discussed included current macroeconomic conditions, e-marketing trends, continuous sales improvement, and building an effective sales force.
- [Adding Value Critical As "Cigar Butts" Turn To Ash](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/03/adding-value-critical-as-cigar-butts-turn-to-ash/) - I have been reading the fascinating and informative Warren Buffett biography, “Snowball”, which does a wonderful job of profiling his career and investment approach.
- [The Social Media Revolution](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/03/the-social-media-revolution/) - Over the past few years, much has been written on the impact of the internet and social networking web sites as a medium for business development and their...
- [Take a Page from Southwest Airlines: Listen to Customers](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/08/take-a-page-from-southwest-airlines-listen-to-customers/) - Learn how MCM improved all areas of a portfolio company via its on-line customer service surveys.
- [Why Plastics?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/11/one-word-plastics/) - At MCM Capital we have been seeking to invest in value-added manufacturers of engineered thermoplastic and/or fiber reinforced thermoset components.
- [Financial Regulation, Babies and Bathwater](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/08/financial-regulation-babies-and-bathwater/) - The hotly debated Dodd-Frank financial regulatory reform bill ("Fin Reg") finally became law on July 21st representing a complete paradigm shift
- [The New Age of Deal Origination](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/10/the-social-network-and-the-future-of-business/) - Social media is transforming the architecture of all businesses and the ways in which we communicate. What's your plan?
- [Show Me The Money](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/11/show-me-the-money/) - Several variables, both internal and external, effect the multiple and thus the fair value of a private company. Find out what your business is worth today.
- [Deal Origination And Hollywood Misconceptions](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/12/deal-origination-and-hollywood-misconceptions/) - The question posed to me most often from people whose exposure to private equity has been limited to watching Pretty Woman is: How does MCM identify companies?
- [The Internet: Bridging The Gap Of Global Commerce](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/10/the-internet-bridging-the-gap-of-global-commerce/) - I had a remarkable experience communicating with Erin, my daughter, who is studying this fall at the University of Dublin. I called her, at no cost, via Skype
- [Pocket Full Of Chips And Still Playing](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2018/09/pocket-full-of-chips-and-still-playing/) - For most business owners who have spent their entire lives building and growing their companies, seeking liquidity is a lot like sitting at the final table.
- [MCM Makes First Investment In Targeted Thermoplastics Industry](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/01/mcm-makes-first-investment-in-targeted-thermoplastics-industry/) - Cleveland, OH - As a result of a dedicated search effort, MCM Capital Partners has teamed with the incumbent management team to recapitalize RMB Products
- [Happy Holidays from the MCM Capital Dancing Elves](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/12/happy-holidays-from-the-mcm-capital-dancing-elves/)
- [The Investment Herd](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/10/separate-from-the-herd/) - Everywhere I turned I saw blue blazers with white name tags acting as a matching handkerchiefs sitting in their respective front pockets. It was as if...
- [The Jeet Kune Do Of Continuous Improvement](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/10/the-jeet-kun-do-of-continuous-improvement/) - Famed martial artist, Bruce Lee pioneered a martial arts philosophy coined “Jeet Kune Do”. Like JKD, in business, the notion of continuous improvement is...
- [Is Your Website Adding Value To Your Business?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/09/is-your-website-adding-value-to-your-business/) - If you live in a third world country or it was 1987 your answer may be the Yellow Pages. However, since the commercialization of the internet in 1995
- [Legislation And The Law Of Unintended Consequences](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/09/legislation-and-the-law-of-unintended-consequences/) - As I struggled with insomnia a few weeks ago, sweating out where the economy was headed, the new carried interest tax proposals...
- [It's A Small World After All](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/09/its-a-small-world-after-all/) - Leveraging the internet’s ability to provide access to information and affordable and robust communications, coupled with inexpensive labor from low cost...
- [When Sharing Trades Secrets Is A Good Thing...](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/09/when-sharing-trades-secrets-is-a-good-thing/) - CEO's of MCM's portfolio companies are constantly faced with the extraordinary challenges of growing revenues and building shareholder value.
- [Adding Stuffed Olives To The LBO Martini](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/08/adding-stuffed-olives-to-the-lbo-martini/) - The classic middle market LBO was akin to a martini, with equity being the vermouth. The typical deal structure was 10% to 20% of the purchase price in equity, with a seller note filling the void left after senior debt.
- [Jockeying Private Equity at The Belmont Stakes](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/08/jockeying-private-equity-at-the-belmont-stakes/) - For a former professional baseball player with a degree in finance from Fordham University, the term private equity sounded like
- [What the Economy Can Learn from Monty Python](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/07/double-dip-recession-private-equity/) - This recession has been longer and deeper than any since the Great Depression, testing the mettle of private equity portfolio CEOs.
- [The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Deal Makers](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/02/the-seven-habits-of-highly-effective-deal-makers/) - The sale or leveraged recapitalization of your business will likely represent the single most important financial decision & business decision of your lifetime.
- [The 24-Month Window Of Opportunity](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/03/the-24-month-window-of-opportunity/) - The unexpected two-year extension of the Bush era tax cuts combined with the signing of the Tax Relief Act of 2010 has provided business owners with a renewed..
- [Wellness Programs And Increased Earnings](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/02/wellness-programs-and-increased-earnings/) - With health care costs soaring and business looking to be more profitable, every CEO is desirous of lowering health care costs, pharmaceutical claims and short and long-term disability claims to main.
- [Torsion Group Corp Expands Manufacturing Capabilities](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2020/06/torsion-group-corp-expands-manufacturing-capabilities/) - As part of our continued vertical integration strategy, Torsion Group Corp has added new processing capabilities.
- [Creative Deal Structures For Extraordinary Times](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2020/04/creative-deal-structures-for-extraordinary-times-2/) - Fortunately, a multitude of deal structures exist for bridging valuation gaps for sellers of businesses during an ill-timed economic downturn.
- [In Memoriam | Mal Mixon](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2020/12/mal-mixon-in-memoriam/) - It is with a heavy heart, we announce the passing of Mal Mixon, long-time mentor, friend and one of MCM’s founders. 
- [China: Where Has The Enthusiasm Gone?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/03/china-where-has-the-enthusiasm-gone/)
- [Welcome To China](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/08/welcome-to-china/) - Investing in companies with subsidiaries in China creates challenges and obstacles not prevalent in the United States. Local customs, culture, labor law...
- [Customer (Dis)Service](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/07/customer-disservice/) - This experience caused me to consider the impact customer service, or lack thereof, has on the value of goodwill, particularly when information can be broadly and easily disseminated on the internet
- [Re-thinking Referral Marketing](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/10/re-thinking-referral-marketing/) - Referral marketing is sometimes considered one of the simplest and least glamorous types of marketing. However, when utilized correctly it can result in remarkably high close rates with an extraordinarily high return on investments.
- [A Partner In Good Times And In Bad](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/09/a-partner-in-good-times-and-in-bad/) - The Deacon's oratory caused me to reflect on the commitments we make at MCM to our various "significant others" inclusive of our board, limited partners, financing sources and portfolio CEOs.
- [MCM Launches Well Capitalized Interview Series](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2020/02/mcm-launches-well-capitalized-interview-series/) - An interview series with business owners and financial, tax, legal, and PE professionals designed to demystify the M&A process
- [Small Company Leadership…It’s All About The Team](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2014/04/small-company-leadershipits-all-about-the-team/) - Clearly, effective leadership of small companies is as critical to the national economy as it is to the owners and management of the companies themselves.
- [Contacts Or Relationships, What’s In Your Database?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2018/08/leveraging-your-contact-database/) - My job is to “establish relationships” in the conversations I have at these events and/or within online groups, and that – in and of itself – counts close to nothing.
- [MCM Capital Acquires EB Industries](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2020/02/mcm-capital-acquires-eb-industries/) - MCM Capital has partnered with EB Industries, a highly specialized electron beam and laser welding services provider in Farmingdale, New York.
- [M&A’s Impact on Digital Marketing – Keeping the SEO Momentum](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2012/09/mas-impact-on-digital-marketing-keeping-the-seo-momentum/) - Having a post-acquisition strategy in place before the deal is done is critical for both the buyer and the acquired entity. If a company has spent time...
- [Dexmet Speeding Up The Development Cycle](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/12/dexmet-speeding-up-the-development-cycle/) - Dexmet has brought the capability of Wire EDM technology in-house to quicken the development process and provide better turnaround time to its customers. 
- [MCM Recapitalizes Three Portfolio Companies](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2012/12/mcm-recapitalizes-three-portfolio-companies/) - Dexmet Corp, STACI Corp and StyleCraft have generated outstanding financial results providing opportunities to repatriate capital to our shareholders.
- [Performance Plastics Launches Proprietary Aircraft Maintenance Tools](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2016/07/performance-plastics-launches-proprietary-aircraft-maintenance-tools/) - The MCM portfolio company created its patented Endurosharp patented thermoplastic aircraft maintenance tools to solve a decades-old aviation industry problem.
- [MCM Capital Acquires Andover Corporation](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2018/12/mcm-capital-acquires-andover-corporation/) - Andover Corporation manufactures highly engineered thin film optical coatings and filters for the aerospace, defense, space, medical, and other industries.
- [Performance Plastics Completes Facility Expansion](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2018/02/performance-plastics-completes-facility-expansion/) - Fueled by growth resulting from new programs, the facility expansion enables the installation of additional work cells and more efficient manufacturing flow.
- [RMB Products Enters Life Sciences Market](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2018/04/rmb-products-enters-life-sciences-market/) - RMB announced the launch of CryoVault™, a proprietary single use container for high value pharmaceuticals, developed in partnership with Merck.
- [Has the Keg Run Dry?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2019/08/has-the-keg-run-dry-2/) - To hedge against a potential recession, we will be focusing our efforts on industries somewhat sheltered from the impact of weakening consumer spending
- [MCM Welcomes New Business Development Officer](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2020/02/mcm-welcomes-new-business-development-officer/) - Chris Hren joined MCM Capital in 2019.
- [Torsion Group Corp Moves Into Two New Facilities](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2018/03/torsion-group-corp-moves-into-two-new-facilities/) - MCM portfolio company Torsion Group Corp has achieved tremendous growth in recent years, leading the vertically integrated garage door parts and accessories company to move into two larger distribution facilities.
- [MCM Acquires OMCO Corporation](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2000/12/mcm-acquires-omco-corporation/)
- [MCM Capital and Management Realize Top-Tier Return on Sale Of Stylecraft](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2004/08/mcm-capital-and-management-realize-top-tier-return-on-sale-of-stylecraft/)
- [MCM Capital Sells OMCO Corporation](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2003/06/mcm-capital-sells-omco-corporation/)
- [MCM Capital Partners II Acquires Dexmet](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2006/09/mcm-capital-partners-ii-acquires-dexmet/)
- [MCM Capital Partners Completes Sale of AMREP, INC. TO ZEP, INC. (NYSE: ZEP)](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/01/mcm-capital-partners-completes-sale-of-amrep-inc-to-zep-inc-nyse-zep/)
- [MCM Capital Partners Acquires Stylecraft Home Collection](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2009/07/mcm-capital-partners-acquires-stylecraft-home-collection/)
- [MCM Capital Partners Acquires Cole Information Services and Plans Aggressive, Top-Line Growth](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2008/03/mcm-capital-partners-acquires-cole-information-services-and-plans-aggressive-top-line-growth/)
- [MCM Capital Acquires ESSCO](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2005/09/mcm-capital-acquires-essco/)
- [MCM Capital leads the management buy-out of Stylecraft Lamps, Inc.](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2001/10/mcm-capital-leads-the-management-buy-out-of-stylecraft-lamps-inc/)
- [MCM Capital Acquires MicroGroup](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2002/05/mcm-capital-acquires-microgroup/)
- [MCM Capital Closes Second Fund](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2004/10/mcm-capital-closes-second-fund/)
- [MCM Capital and Management Reap Exceptional Returns on Sale of MicroGroup](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2005/08/mcm-capital-and-management-reap-exceptional-returns-on-sale-of-microgroup/)
- [MCM Capital Acquires STACI](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2006/03/mcm-capital-acquires-staci/)
- [Investment Interest in Sensors](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2015/01/investment-perspectives-sensors/) - At MCM Capital, we are exploring investment opportunities in the sensor industry focusing on application specific sensors operating in smaller niche markets.
- [MCM Seeks To Invest In The Medical Device Market](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/02/mcm-seeks-to-invest-in-the-medical-device-market/)
- [Inservco brings acquisition’s operations to LaGrange](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/01/inservco-brings-acquisitions-operations-to-lagrange/)
- [ESSCO Completes Acquisition of Star Equipment and Supplies](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2009/09/essco-completes-acquisition-of-star-equipment-and-supplies/)
- [STACI Corporation EMS Facility in China Certified to Automotive Quality Standards](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2009/05/staci-corporation-ems-facility-in-china-certified-to-automotive-quality-standards/)
- [STACI Corporation receives Supplier of the Year Award](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/11/staci-corporation-receives-supplier-of-the-year-award/)
- [Performance Plastics Adds Industrial CT Scanner](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2019/05/performance-plastics-adds-industrial-ct-scanner/) - Investing in the new industrial CT scanner, the injection molder will greatly improve the company's inspection and measurement capabilities for its injection molded parts.
- [RMB Products Adds Additional 3D Printing Workstations](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2019/08/rmb-products-adds-additional-3d-printing-workstations/) - Investing in the new workstations will allow RMB to better serve the aerospace and defense market
- [Torsion Group Corp Acquires Leading Independent Retailer of Garage Door Parts & Accessories](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2019/08/torsion-group-corp-acquires-leading-independent-retailer-of-garage-door-parts-accessories/) - MCM portfolio company Torsion Group Corp's acquisition of North Shore Commercial Door will allow the garage door parts and accessories manufacturer and distributor to better serve the DIY market.
- [Cleveland Crain’s Article: MCM Capital Partners Sells Dexmet](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2017/03/cleveland-crains-article-mcm-capital-partners-sells-dexmet/) - The transaction comes after a 7 year hold period that saw the company reach new heights in revenues and achieve a leading position in the aerospace market.
- [MCM Capital Acquires Manufacturer and Distributor of Garage Door Parts and Accessories](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2017/02/mcm-capital-acquires-manufacturer-and-distributor-of-garage-door-parts-and-accessories/) - Torsion Group is a vertically integrated manufacturer and distributor of garage door parts and accessories.
- [MCM Capital Acquires Ornamental Iron Manufacturer](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2017/08/mcm-capital-acquires-ornamental-iron-manufacturer/) - MCM partnered with incumbent management to purchase the Gilbert, AZ based designer, manufacturer, and installer of custom wrought iron security doors, gates, and other building products.
- [The Swiss Army Knife of Marketing](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2013/07/the-swiss-army-knife-of-marketing/) - Microcap companies are constrained by small marketing budgets and finite sales resources. Case studies are a cost effective way to help your business illustrate how it delivers value.
- [Is Your Website Working?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2015/08/is-your-website-working/) - how do companies know if their e-marketing dollars are generating a return on their investment (ROI)? The answer is simple...
- [Variable Compensation-What Works and Why - Part I](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/01/variable-compensation-what-works-and-why-part-i/) - Bonuses result from the achievement of a long term goal, and are usually paid annually. Incentives are meant to encourage specific behavior and are usually...
- [Variable Compensation-What Works and Why - Part II](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/01/variable-compensation-what-works-and-why-part-ii/) - The right incentive program can motivate a workforce while reducing turnover, boosting morale and loyalty, improving employee wellness, and increasing retention
- [Jimmy Webster](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/01/jimmy-webster/)
- [Creating Value In A Maturing Private Equity Market](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2013/11/creating-value-in-a-maturing-private-equity-market/) - As the private equity industry has matured, MCM has responded by strengthening its operating expertise and applying that expertise to the Microcap market place.
- [Thanksgiving, Pilgrims, And The State Of Our Economy](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2010/11/thanksgiving-pilgrims-and-the-state-of-our-economy-2/) - Harken back to November, 2007 and the DJIA began its precipitous 50% decline and by November 2008, the world economy was on the brink of collapse
- [Gas Prices Rise, Will Consumer Spending Fall?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/03/gas-prices-rise-will-consumer-spending-fall/) - The unrest which started in Egypt has spread to Libya and is causing well founded fears over possible disruption in oil supplies.
- [Globalization Shapes U.S. Manufacturing and MCM Investment Strategy](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/04/globalization-shapes-u-s-manufacturing-and-mcm-investment-strategy/) - Globalization, inclusive of the rise of low cost country ("LCC") sourcing, is reshaping US manufacturing and impacting our Fund's investment strategy.
- [Running Lean In The Midst Of A Black Swan](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/05/running-lean-in-the-midst-of-a-black-swan/) - While I believe the second part of the sentence is true, I would not blame lean manufacturing for the lack of inventory relative to demand. During the recession
- [Here’s A Story About A Shale Named Marcellus](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/06/heres-a-story-about-a-shale-named-marcellus/) - The huge oil pool in the swamp he owned was the beginning of his rags-to-riches journey to Beverly Hills. A similar story is brewing in the Appalachian Basin
- [Rising After You Fall](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/06/rising-after-you-fall/) - As a microcap LBO fund with a twenty year investment history we have had our fair share of great deals, average deals, and then those where selective amnesia comes in handy.
- [Business Analytics – What Are You Missing By Not Measuring?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2012/03/business-analytics-what-are-you-missing-by-not-measuring/) - Business analytics focuses on developing new insights and understanding of business performance based on data and statistical methods.
- [Social Capital](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2012/04/social-capital/) - companies must take advantage of the strength of their business relationships which leads us back to the most fundamental aspect of business, something our country was built on: Capital…Social Capital that is
- [Defending the Castle](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2012/10/defending-the-castle/) - At MCM, our initial thin slice on any investment opportunity centers on understanding its moat or competitive advantages. The competitve advantages may include
- [GOING BACK TO SCHOOL](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2012/11/going-back-to-school/) - This practice is known as "dividend recapitalizations," whereby private equity owned companies raise cash by issuing high yielding debt with the proceeds...
- [Flaps Down...](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2013/09/flaps-down/) - I sincerely hope I am wrong, but I believe our flaps are down and we are losing speed. There does not appear to be a catalyst to jump start employment...
- [Ed Pentacost](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/01/ed-pentacost/)
- [Mike McHugh](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/01/mike-mchugh/)
- [Dennis Docherty](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/01/dennis-docherty/)
- [Mark Martinez](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/01/mark-martinez/)
- [Bob Merckle](https://www.mcmcapital.com/2011/01/bob-merckle/)

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.mcmcapital.com/) - MCM Capital is a Cleveland, Ohio based private equity firm focused on partnering with talented management teams to support and accelerate growth at niche manufacturers and value-added distributors.
- [Board of Advisors](https://www.mcmcapital.com/team/board-of-advisors/) - Complementing the knowledge and experience of our investment professionals is an exceptionally strong advisory board comprised of seasoned CEO’s with relevant industry experience.
- [Approach](https://www.mcmcapital.com/approach/) - For three decades, MCM has successfully partnered with lower middle market businesses to support and accelerate growth creating opportunities for business owners and their employees.
- [Focus Sectors](https://www.mcmcapital.com/focus-sectors/) - MCM Capital Partners focus sectors for private equity investment include niche companies that generate less than $75 million in annual revenues.
- [Team](https://www.mcmcapital.com/team/) - Established in 1992 with a dedicated lower middle market focus, MCM’s investment professionals collectively possess over 70 years of experience in private equity, corporate development and general industrial management; and who have led or overseen more than 30 buyout transactions.
- [Business Valuation Calculator (2021 old version)](https://www.mcmcapital.com/business-valuation-calculator-2021/) - Use the MCM Capital business valuation calculator to quickly and easily find out how much your business is worth
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- [ESG Policy](https://www.mcmcapital.com/about/esg-policy/) - We understand environmental, social and governance (ESG), ethical and reputational concerns can influence investment risk and return. Consequently, we incorporate ESG risk considerations into both our deal review and portfolio company management processes as it directly impacts our ability to maximize value for our shareholders
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- [Blog](https://www.mcmcapital.com/blog/) - MCM provides a weekly blog on various topics including private equity news, business best practices, general economic conditions, investment perspectives
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- [Videos](https://www.mcmcapital.com/private-equity-resource-guide-and-information/videos/) - Learn about the process of valuing and selling your business to a private equity firm with our informative video series
- [Case Studies](https://www.mcmcapital.com/private-equity-resource-guide-and-information/case-studies/) - We aim to provide our portfolio companies more than just capital. Our case studies illustrate how we have created value and supported growth over three decades.
- [Contact](https://www.mcmcapital.com/contact/) - MCM Capital Partners is a Cleveland, OH based small cap private equity fund focused on acquiring niche manufacturers, value added distributors and specialty service businesses
- [Education](https://www.mcmcapital.com/private-equity-resource-guide-and-information/) - Learn about the process of valuing and selling your business to a private equity firm through the comprehensive and informative resources at MCM Capital
- [About](https://www.mcmcapital.com/about/) - MCM Capital aims at achieving outstanding returns by partnering with management of niche, lower middle market companies where shareholder value is created through fostering organic growth
- [Portfolio](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/) - MCM Capital Partners invests in niche manufacturers, value added distributors, and specialty service companies generating up to $75 million in annual revenues

## Professionals

- [Arthur F. Anton](https://www.mcmcapital.com/professionals/arthur-f-anton/) - Mr. Anton served as President and CEO of Swagelok Company for over 25 years overseeing all areas of the specialty fluid system component company.
- [Christopher A. Hren](https://www.mcmcapital.com/professionals/christopher-a-hren/) - Mr. Hren joined MCM Capital in 2019 and is primarily responsible for managing the firm’s deal sourcing, origination, and marketing initiatives.
- [Robert King, Jr.](https://www.mcmcapital.com/professionals/robert-king-jr/)
- [Robert R. Kingsbury](https://www.mcmcapital.com/professionals/robert-r-kingsbury/) - Mr. Kingsbury joined the firm in 2008 and his responsibilities include the execution of investment transactions and management of portfolio companies.
- [Mark E. Mansour](https://www.mcmcapital.com/professionals/mark-e-mansour/) - Mr. Mansour founded MCM Capital Partners in 1992 and is primarily responsible execution of investment transactions and management of portfolio companies.
- [Marc Calcaterra](https://www.mcmcapital.com/professionals/marc-calcaterra/)
- [Megan Kern](https://www.mcmcapital.com/professionals/megan-kern/)
- [Gregory P. Ott](https://www.mcmcapital.com/professionals/gregory-ott/) - Mr. Ott brings over 20 years of management experience at engineering centric manufacturing and distribution organizations.
- [Kevin F. Hayes](https://www.mcmcapital.com/professionals/kevin-f-hayes/) - Kevin works with portfolio company finance departments with their financial reporting and accounting matters, investor relations, internal accounting & banking.
- [Harry B. Shimp](https://www.mcmcapital.com/professionals/harry-b-shimp/) - Mr. Shimp has over 30 years of management experience in high technology companies ranging from single specialty product lines to half billion dollar operations.
- [David A. Camiener](https://www.mcmcapital.com/professionals/david-a-camiener/) - Mr. Camiener founded Pragmatic Materials Inc., a supplier of regulated materials and high purity biochemicals to the Pharmaceutical and Life Science industries.
- [Joe Williams](https://www.mcmcapital.com/professionals/joe-williams/) - Joe serves as the President and CEO of EMX Industries, LLC, a manufacturer of electronic sensors for automatic gates and overhead doors.

## Companies

- [Zinkan Enterprises, Inc.](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/zinkan-inc/) - Zinkan is a custom formulator and value-added distributor of water treatment chemicals.
- [RMB Products](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/rmb-products/) - RMB Products is a highly specialized manufacturer of rotationally molded and laser sintered thermoplastic components.
- [AIM Processing](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/aim-processing/) - AIM is an injection molder of small highly engineered thermoplastic components for medical, industrial, water treatment, government and laboratory applications.
- [Tech NH, Inc.](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/tech-nh/) - Tech NH is an injection molder of highly engineered, tight tolerance thermoplastic components.
- [StyleCraft Home Collections](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/stylecraft-home-collections/) - StyleCraft is a designer and distributor of portable lighting, wall décor, occasional furniture, and tabletop accessories.
- [Performance Plastics](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/performance-plastics-ltd/) - Performance Plastics is an injection molder of highly engineered, tight tolerance thermoplastic components.
- [Torsion Group Corp](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/torsion-group-corp/) - Torsion Group Corp is a vertically integrated manufacturer and distributor of garage door parts and accessories.
- [First Impression Ironworks](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/first-impression-ironworks/) - First Impression Ironworks is a designer, manufacturer and installer of custom wrought iron security doors, gates and other building products.
- [EB Industries](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/eb-industries/) - EB Industries is a specialized precision electron beam and laser welding provider serving aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductor and energy industries
- [MicroGroup](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/microgroup-inc/) - MicroGroup is a manufacturer of stainless steel tubing, valves, fittings, and other components serving the medical device manufacturing industry.
- [Dexmet Corporation](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/dexmet/) - Dexmet is a manufacturer of highly engineered expanded thin metals, foils and thermoplastic films.
- [Andover Corporation](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/andover-corporation/) - Andover Corporation is a leading manufacturer of thin film optical coatings, filters, lenses and other components.
- [Aspex International, L.L.C.](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/aspex-international-l-l-c/) - Aspex is a manufacturer of proprietary electron microscopy tools and analytical instruments.
- [CV Materials, L.L.C](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/cv-materials-l-l-c/) - CV Materials is a manufacturer of proprietary porcelain enamel coatings and mold release compounds.
- [Amrep, Inc.](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/amrep-inc/) - Amrep is a formulator, manufacturer, and marketer of a broad range of specialty chemical products.
- [Inservco Corporation](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/inservco-inc/) - Inservco is an electronics manufacturer specializing in high complexity printed circuit board assemblies and systems integration.
- [OMCO, Inc.](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/omco-corporation/) - OMCO is a manufacturer of roll-formed structural carbon and stainless steel products.
- [StyleCraft Lamps](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/stylecraft-home-collection-inc/) - StyleCraft Lamps is a designer and distributor of occasional furniture, portable lighting and tabletop accessories.
- [Primary Packaging Inc.](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/primary-packaging-inc/) - Primary Packaging is a manufacturer of heavy duty films and printed packaging.
- [ESSCO, Inc.](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/essco-net/) - ESSCO is a value added distributor of vacuum cleaner parts, consumables, and floor care equipment.
- [STACI Corporation](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/staci/) - STACI Corporation is a global supplier of custom electromechanical components and electronic manufacturing services.
- [Cole Information Services](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/cole-information-services/) - Cole Information Services is a provider of direct marketing, reference, and lead generation solutions for small businesses.
- [AccuSpray, Inc.](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/accuspray-inc/) - AccuSpray is a manufacturer of proprietary industrial finishing equipment.
- [CenCor, Inc.](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/cencor-inc/)
- [Advanced Ceramics Corporation](https://www.mcmcapital.com/portfolio/advanced-ceramics-corp/) - Advanced Ceramics is a manufacturer of various proprietary industrial boron nitrate powders and other ceramic products.

## Case Studies

- [Seven Factors Affecting Private Business Value](https://www.mcmcapital.com/case-study/seven-factors-affecting-private-business-value/) - Recognizing and assessing critical business valuation factors while addressing the areas needing improvement will increase your company's value prior to a sale.
- [How to Quickly Estimate the Value of a Private Company](https://www.mcmcapital.com/case-study/how-to-quickly-estimate-the-value-of-a-private-company/) - Short of soliciting market clearing bids for your business, this is a relatively simple way of approximating the value of your company.
- [Anatomy of a Leveraged Recapitalization](https://www.mcmcapital.com/case-study/anatomy-of-a-leveraged-recapitalization/) - a “have your cake and eat it too” transaction, providing substantial liquidity, operational control and a significant ongoing ownership position in the company.
- [Add On Acquisition Strategy: 1+1=3](https://www.mcmcapital.com/case-study/add-on-acquisition-strategy-113/) - When evaluating a strategic add-on acquisition our math is simple: 1+1=3. The combined business must create more value than the companies can individually.
- [Finding Growth Opportunities With A Shrinking Business Development Budget](https://www.mcmcapital.com/case-study/finding-growth-opportunities-with-a-shrinking-business-development-budget/) - How can small companies generate new business with a limited business development budget? We’ve learned existing customers can represent the easiest...
- [Summary of Common Non-Economic Purchase Agreement Terms](https://www.mcmcapital.com/case-study/summary-of-common-non-economic-purchase-agreement-terms/) - Most sellers focus on the purchase price of an offer but should also be cognizant of several critical non-economic terms that can affect the overall value.
- [Finding The Right Place In The Value Chain](https://www.mcmcapital.com/case-study/finding-the-right-place-in-the-value-chain/) - How to drive wider adoption of your products in your target markets by realigning your sales & marketing strategy from an OEM focus to the broader supply chain
- [Negotiating a Long Term Supply Agreement with a Fortune 100 Customer](https://www.mcmcapital.com/case-study/negotiating-a-long-term-supply-agreement-with-a-fortune-100-customer/) - A win/win solution to get a Fortune 100 company to sign a sole source LTA as a lower middle market business
- [MCM Capital Partners Helps MicroGroup Build Toward The Future](https://www.mcmcapital.com/case-study/mcm-capital-partners-helps-microgroup-build-toward-the-future/) - Achieve your goals for personal liquidity and wealth diversification while maintaining continued ownership and adequately capitalizing the company for growth.
- [MCM Capital Partners Helps Primary Packaging Weather the Storm](https://www.mcmcapital.com/case-study/mcm-capital-partners-helps-primary-packaging-weather-the-storm/) - Business owner reached an inflection point between his desire to continue growing the business and financial risk necessary to support its growth initiatives.
- [MCM Capital Partners Helps StyleCraft Lamps Build a Foundation for Success](https://www.mcmcapital.com/case-study/mcm-capital-partners-helps-stylecraft-lamps-build-a-foundation-for-success/) - To retain control of the Company’s destiny, Management realized it had to reacquire the business by finding a strategic and capable private equity firm

## Videos

- [How Do Private Equity Funds Think About Culture?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/video/how-do-private-equity-funds-think-about-culture/)
- [How Does Economic Uncertainty Impact Private Equity Investors?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/video/how-does-economic-uncertainty-impact-private-equity-investors/)
- [Who Do Private Equity Funds Sell Their Portfolio Companies To?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/video/who-do-private-equity-funds-sell-their-portfolio-companies-to/)
- [What Happens To Key Employees After An Ownership Transition?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/video/what-happens-to-key-employees-after-an-ownership-transition/)
- [Selling To A Private Equity Backed Strategic](https://www.mcmcapital.com/video/selling-to-a-private-equity-backed-strategic/) - Interviewed Matt O'Donnell on juggling day-to-day operations during the transaction process and the emotions he dealt with while selling his business.
- [How Do Private Equity Firms Value Companies?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/video/how-do-private-equity-firms-value-companies/) - We interviewed Mark Mansour, Managing Partner at MCM Capital Partners, to help demystify private equity and how PE firms evaluate investment opportunities.
- [Things to Consider When Selling a Company - Management's Perspective](https://www.mcmcapital.com/video/things-to-consider-when-selling-a-company-managements-perspective/) - Discussion of the transaction process with Mike from Andover Corpincluding challenges that arose during the process and advice for owners considering an exit.
- [M&A Financial & Tax Due Diligence Interview](https://www.mcmcapital.com/video/ma-financial-tax-due-diligence-interview/) - What should business owners expect from financial and tax due diligence when selling their company? We interviewed Cohen & Company's Justin Thomas to find out.
- [What Is Working Capital and Why Is It So Important?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/video/what-is-working-capital-and-why-is-it-so-important/) - How does working capital impact the sale of a business? This interview takes a deep dive on how to calculate working capital and the most common adjustments.
- [What to Expect from Legal Due Diligence When Selling Your Business](https://www.mcmcapital.com/video/what-to-expect-from-legal-due-diligence-when-selling-your-business/) - We interviewed M&A attorney Brent Pietrafese to discuss best practices for preparing for legal due diligence and issues that commonly arise during diligence
- [What are the Most Commonly Negotiated Legal Terms when Selling a Business?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/video/what-are-the-most-commonly-negotiated-legal-terms-when-selling-a-business/) - We took a deep dive into legal due diligence to cover some of the most commonly negotiated terms in M&A transactions with deal attorney Brent Pietrafese.
- [What is a Senior Operating Partner's Role at A Private Equity Firm?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/video/what-is-a-senior-operating-partners-role-at-a-private-equity-firm/) - PE firms assign operating partners to portfolio companies to support management teams. We interviewed Harry Shimp to learn about the sr. operating partner role.
- [What Is Life Like Under Private Equity Ownership?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/video/what-is-is-life-like-under-private-equity-ownership-full-interview/) - MCM acquired family ownedTorsion Group Corp, a manufacturer and distributor of garage door parts in 2016. We interviewed their CEO to discuss what's changed.
- [What should business owners expect from Bank Due Diligence?](https://www.mcmcapital.com/video/what-should-business-owners-expect-from-bank-due-diligence/) - What should business owners expect from M&A banking due diligence? We interviewed Kelly Lamirand from KeyBank to discuss senior lender due diligence.

## Focus Sectors

- [Aerospace & Defense](https://www.mcmcapital.com/focus/aerospace-and-defense/) - A private equity firm partnering with business owners leading niche manufacturers of mission critical components serving the aerospace and defense industry.
- [Diversified Industrial](https://www.mcmcapital.com/focus/diversified-industrial/) - A private equity firm focused on partnering with business owners leading companies with defensible competitive advantages serving a diverse array of industries.
- [Engineered Materials](https://www.mcmcapital.com/focus/engineered-materials/) - We invest in manufacturers employing highly engineered materials to produce custom components to solve their customers’ most challenging problems.
- [Medical Device & Life Science](https://www.mcmcapital.com/focus/medical-device-and-life-science/) - Private equity firm focused on partnering with leaders of niche manufacturers and value added distributors serving the medical device and life science industry

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