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Seeking an Executive Board Placement for National Facility Services Business

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Our client, Saw Mill Capital, knew that executive board placement for their PE firm was critical to advancing the growth goals for their portfolio company, Rasa Floors—a flooring replacement company…

Industry Insights and Validating Brand Reputation in Produce

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Our client was interested in acquiring an upscale fresh produce distributor. The client leveraged our team at Apex Leaders, an expert network that specializes in private equity, to gain insights…

Expert Insights on PPE Regulations Drive Key Deal

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A client sought Apex Leaders’ assistance on a proprietary deal for an investment in an apparel company that makes protective gloves. As part of their private equity due diligence, they…

Sector Thesis Case Study: Cloud IT Services

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Our client’s Business Services team reached out to Apex Leaders for help with their sector thesis around cloud-based IT services. Their interest in this industry was due to secular tailwinds…

Cybersecurity Executives Validate Dark Web Investment for Client

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Only 4 percent of the Internet is viewable from a Google search; the rest is part of the dark web where information like credit card numbers and bank statements are…

Forensic Engineering Sector Thesis Leads to Key Acquisition

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Our client made numerous acquisitions in the legal process outsourcing space, but had not yet explored the digital forensics angle. The client started an investment thesis project to explore the…

Ed-Tech: Online Proctoring Software

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Our client was, for the first time, evaluating a provider of online proctoring software for higher education and corporate clients. To feel comfortable moving the deal forward, they specifically needed…

Apex Supports Glassware Manufacturing Turnaround Deal

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Our private equity client invests in distressed asset opportunities and wanted to investigate the landscape of publicly-traded and privately-held glassware manufacturing companies. With a surge in the number of breweries,…

IT Due Diligence: Positioning PE Firm as Preferred Buyer

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CIVC Partners has a strong track record when it comes to investments in the IT Services space. Their portfolio includes companies that perform IT managed services, digital engineering, cybersecurity, and…

PE Due Diligence in the EOL Component Market

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Establishing strong and enduring partnerships with seasoned industry experts is essential for the success of platform investments, both during PE due diligence and post-close. This strategy was implemented when one…

Establishing long-term partnership for Aerospace MRO Private Equity Investment

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Building strong and lasting relationships with private equity advisors is crucial for successful platform investments, both prior to and after closing. This approach was put into action when one of…

Due Diligence Consulting: Insights for Investing in Dark Web Firms

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In today’s digital world, data is one of a company’s most valuable assets, making cyber attacks one of the most significant business threats. At Apex Leaders, we recognize that due…