ACG Grand Rapids

West Michigan M&A Guide

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Give. Get. Grow. These principles drive ACG Western Michigan’s goal of fostering middle-market growth by connecting deal makers through valuable programming and content. Founded in 1999, ACG Western Michigan provides M&A professionals opportunities to exchange ideas, develop talent, cultivate relationships and foster consequential investment in the business community. The organization is the local chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth, which has 59 chapters worldwide. Produced by Crain's Grand Rapids Business in partnership with ACG of Western Michigan, the the inaugural 2024 ACG West Michigan M&A Guide represents one of the organization’s latest initiatives, giving decision-makers timely and relevant information on the latest trends and topics in M&A – knowledge essential to furthering the important work of regional middle-market growth.

ACG is a global organization focused on driving middle-market growth. Its 15,000-plus members include professionals from private equity firms, corporations and lenders that invest in middle-market companies, as well as experts from law, accounting, investment banking and other firms that provide advisory services.

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Buying & Selling

Strategies to ensure a successful deal outcome for your business.

A guide to the sell-side M&A process

Growth or sale — you have options

Setting the stage: the letter of intent

Is this the right time to sell my business?

Tips and tools to navigate the anticipated and the unexpected.

Strategic planning

You can set the price if I set the terms and more M&A wisdom

The pursuit of growth: Which path is right for you?