The U.S. Battery Market: Growth, Consolidation and the Case for Selling Now
⏱ Reading Time: 8 minutesThe battery market is growing fast, and acquisition demand extends well beyond battery manufacturers.
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Finding the Right Fit – Comparing Family Offices, Private Equity, and Strategic Buyers in Lower Middle Market Manufacturing M&A
⏱ Reading Time: 10 minutesThe highest offer isn’t always the best outcome. This article explores how different buyer types can impact legacy, employees, growth, and long-term success.
The Best Manufacturing Acquisition May Not Be the “Perfect” Company
⏱ Reading Time: 6 minutesNot every great acquisition target looks perfect on paper. Learn why experienced buyers often find the most value in companies others overlook.
Aerospace & Defense Contract Manufacturer Acquisition Opportunity
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesThis is not a single-process manufacturer. It is a rare, multi-capability manufacturing platform with nearly eight decades of operating history and an unusually broad set of production capabilities under one roof.
Customer Concentration in Manufacturing M&A: How Buyers Evaluate Contracts, Repeat Revenue, and Customer Risk
⏱ Reading Time: 10 minutesCustomer concentration is only one part of manufacturing M&A diligence. Learn how buyers evaluate contracts, repeat revenue, pricing power, margins, switching costs, and customer transferability before assigning value.
Preserving Certifications Through an LLC Partnership Reorganization
⏱ Reading Time: 12 minutesHow LLC partnership reorganizations can help manufacturers preserve AS9100, Nadcap, ISO, ITAR, and customer approvals during an M&A transaction while still achieving many of the tax and continuity benefits buyers seek.
U.S. Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Market
⏱ Reading Time: 11 minutesThe U.S. Autonomous Underwater Vehicle market is rapidly emerging as a high-growth, strategically important sector and manufacturers serving this space may be entering a strong window to explore valuation and acquisition opportunities.
Why a Strong CPA Firm Matters in the M&A Process
⏱ Reading Time: 8 minutesA strong CPA firm can play a critical role in a successful manufacturing M&A transaction by helping sellers prepare for diligence, avoid costly surprises, and protect business value before going to market.
Mastering Emotional Intelligence in M&A: A Guide for Lower Middle Market Sellers and Buyers
⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesIn M&A, the human element often determines success. Learn how Emotional Intelligence helps buyers and sellers navigate complexity, protect legacy, and close deals.
U.S. Water & Wastewater Infrastructure Market Outlook Through 2036: Repair, Replacement, Growth Trends and M&A Valuation Drivers
⏱ Reading Time: 10 minutesAging infrastructure and rising investment are driving growth and increasing M&A opportunities in the water and wastewater sector, while attracting strong buyer interest and premium valuations.
Finding the Right Future for Your Manufacturing Company & Legacy
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesAfter decades spent building a respected manufacturing company, many owners find that preparing for a transition is about far more than numbers, it’s about legacy, employees, and community.
Why U.S. Semiconductor Manufacturers Are Becoming Prime Acquisition Targets in 2026 and Beyond
⏱ Reading Time: 14 minutesThe semiconductor supply chain is entering a major growth phase. Learn why manufacturers in this space are attracting strong acquisition interest.
Articles
Article
The U.S. Battery Market: Growth, Consolidation and the Case for Selling Now
⏱ Reading Time: 8 minutesThe battery market is growing fast, and acquisition demand extends well beyond battery manufacturers.
Article
Finding the Right Fit – Comparing Family Offices, Private Equity, and Strategic Buyers in Lower Middle Market Manufacturing M&A
⏱ Reading Time: 10 minutesThe highest offer isn’t always the best outcome. This article explores how different buyer types can impact legacy, employees, growth, and long-term success.
Article
The Best Manufacturing Acquisition May Not Be the “Perfect” Company
⏱ Reading Time: 6 minutesNot every great acquisition target looks perfect on paper. Learn why experienced buyers often find the most value in companies others overlook.
Article
Aerospace & Defense Contract Manufacturer Acquisition Opportunity
⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesThis is not a single-process manufacturer. It is a rare, multi-capability manufacturing platform with nearly eight decades of operating history and an unusually broad set of production capabilities under one roof.
Article
Customer Concentration in Manufacturing M&A: How Buyers Evaluate Contracts, Repeat Revenue, and Customer Risk
⏱ Reading Time: 10 minutesCustomer concentration is only one part of manufacturing M&A diligence. Learn how buyers evaluate contracts, repeat revenue, pricing power, margins, switching costs, and customer transferability before assigning value.
Article
Preserving Certifications Through an LLC Partnership Reorganization
⏱ Reading Time: 12 minutesHow LLC partnership reorganizations can help manufacturers preserve AS9100, Nadcap, ISO, ITAR, and customer approvals during an M&A transaction while still achieving many of the tax and continuity benefits buyers seek.
Article
U.S. Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Market
⏱ Reading Time: 11 minutesThe U.S. Autonomous Underwater Vehicle market is rapidly emerging as a high-growth, strategically important sector and manufacturers serving this space may be entering a strong window to explore valuation and acquisition opportunities.
Article
Why a Strong CPA Firm Matters in the M&A Process
⏱ Reading Time: 8 minutesA strong CPA firm can play a critical role in a successful manufacturing M&A transaction by helping sellers prepare for diligence, avoid costly surprises, and protect business value before going to market.
Article
U.S. Water & Wastewater Infrastructure Market Outlook Through 2036: Repair, Replacement, Growth Trends and M&A Valuation Drivers
⏱ Reading Time: 10 minutesAging infrastructure and rising investment are driving growth and increasing M&A opportunities in the water and wastewater sector, while attracting strong buyer interest and premium valuations.
Article
Finding the Right Future for Your Manufacturing Company & Legacy
⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesAfter decades spent building a respected manufacturing company, many owners find that preparing for a transition is about far more than numbers, it’s about legacy, employees, and community.
Article
Why U.S. Semiconductor Manufacturers Are Becoming Prime Acquisition Targets in 2026 and Beyond
⏱ Reading Time: 14 minutesThe semiconductor supply chain is entering a major growth phase. Learn why manufacturers in this space are attracting strong acquisition interest.
Article
Working Capital Calculations in M&A When Customer Deposits Were Improperly Recorded as Revenue
⏱ Reading Time: 10 minutesCustomer deposits recorded as revenue can quietly erode deal value. Learn how to correct, normalize, and negotiate these issues before they impact your purchase price.
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Guide
Mastering Emotional Intelligence in M&A: A Guide for Lower Middle Market Sellers and Buyers
⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesIn M&A, the human element often determines success. Learn how Emotional Intelligence helps buyers and sellers navigate complexity, protect legacy, and close deals.
Guide
Lower-Middle-Market Manufacturing M&A Due Diligence Guide
⏱ Reading Time: 20 minutesSelling a manufacturing business? This guide breaks down the must-have due diligence items buyers will ask for after LOI—so you can protect valuation, move faster, and close with confidence.
Guide
The 2026 Exit Guide: Preparing Your Manufacturing Business for a Premium Sale
⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesPreparing your manufacturing business for sale in 2026 demands strategic alignment across financials, operations, technology, risk management, and growth planning. Learn the 12 seller readiness pillars driving higher valuations.
Guide
Why Social Media Matters in Manufacturing – 101 Ways Manufacturing Companies Can Use Social Media
⏱ Reading Time: 11 minutesWhy social media matters in manufacturing: learn how manufacturers use LinkedIn, video, and digital platforms to attract buyers, build trust, and drive RFQs.
Guide
Selling Your Manufacturing Business to Private Equity: A Guide for the Legacy-Minded Owner
⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesUnderstanding how PE works, their exit strategies, and their track record is key to ensuring your life’s work continues to thrive long after the deal closes.
Guide
2025 definitive guide to preparing your manufacturing business for sale
⏱ Reading Time: 13 minutesLearn Why Now Is The Ideal Time To Sell Your Manufacturing Business. Explore Market Trends, Valuations, and Expert Tips To Maximize Your Sale.
WAM Podcast
Podcast
Passionate About Manufacturing, the Best Kept Secret, with Devon Winter
In today’s episode of Women and Manufacturing, Frances Brunelle speaks with Devon Winter the Chief Operations Officer of F. W. Winter Inc. & Co. a metal and alloy powder manufacturer for automotive, welding, and aerospace industries. Don’t miss out on today’s conversation as we hear all about Devon’s journey through the manufacturing industry, her thoughts on LEAN and ISO certifications, and why she is so deeply passionate about careers in manufacturing! Tune in today!
Podcast
How to Create an Exemplary Workplace with Robin Ritz
Today’s guest believes that if you love the workers and workplace before the work, everything else falls into place. Robin Ritz is the creative visionary and the owner of InCord, North America’s largest custom netting fabricator, providing the best in custom netting products to customers worldwide since 1995. Tuning in you’ll hear about her focus on company culture, how they implement Kaizen principles at InCord, how they marry process and culture in the company, and how they honor every voice. Robin explains why she believes that the person closest to the problem is also closest to the solution and how she uses this to improve processes at InCord.
Podcast
Why Social Media Matters for Manufacturers with Lauren LaDell a.k.a The Spindle Chick
In today’s episode of Women and Manufacturing, Fran Brunelle is joined by Lauren LaDell, a.k.a. The Spindle Chick, to talk about why social media matters for manufacturing companies. Lauren also shares her top tips and ideas for the types of content that manufacturers can post, so make sure not to miss this thought-provoking discussion with The Spindle Chick, Lauren LaDell!
Podcast
Lessons from Front End and Back End of the Manufacturing Business with Tammy Casteel
In today’s episode of Women and Manufacturing, Fran Brunelle is joined by Tammy Casteel, a plant manager for Iconex, the world’s leading provider of receipt and innovative label solutions.
Podcast
Project, Contract, and Supplier Management with Angela Thurman
In today’s episode of Women and Manufacturing, Fran Brunelle is joined by Angela Thurman, a project manager with 30 years of experience working within NASA, Aerospace, Defense and Telecommunications industries.
Podcast
Enabling Innovation through 3D CAD Model Software with Patricia Hume
In today’s episode of Women and Manufacturing, Fran Brunelle is joined by Patricia Hume, to celebrate women in manufacturing from the shop floor to the c-suite! Patricia Hume a leader whose career in software and high tech spans four decades, including 20 years at C-level, Patricia Hume is responsible for the creation and execution of the Canvas strategic vision.