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ABOUT FRG
Falls River Group, LLC is a global Mergers & Acquisition advisor based in Naples, Florida. We are experts in generating shareholder wealth, either through a full or partial exit. FRG’s reach into the strategic acquirer, family office and private equity communities is vast and our industry relationships are deep. Together, the FRG deal team has completed well over 500 middle-market M&A transactions (revenue from $20 – $500 million). Our thorough and disciplined process, combined with our unmatched sector expertise has resulted in a proven track record of delivering superior valuations, speed to closure and successful outcomes for our clients.
Our Success Comes From Being The Trusted Advisor Business Owners Seek
Trusted
FRG is an experienced partner to facilitate a generational transition. Our clients benefit from the creativity and experience of seasoned dealmakers to each engagement. FRG brings firsthand knowledge of the highs and lows of business succession, both in the deal and post transaction integration.
Proven
FRG’s methods are based on a proven track record, best practices and customized solutions. FRG clients benefit from a differentiated process that is quiet, targeted and confidential, creating value recognition by identifying and marketing the “hidden value” for which buyers are willing to pay a premium.
Global
FRG’s clients benefit from our partnership in IMAP, a global M&A business of 450+ advisors in more than 35 countries. In 2020, IMAP closed 218 transactions valued in aggregate at over $12.5 billion. IMAP offers an exceptional combination of local knowledge and expansive global reach.
The FRG Advantage
Expertise
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Our diverse backgrounds and broad sector expertise bring powerful insight to execute transactions across all industries
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Identifying the “right fit” for our clients is necessary for structuring deals that build long-term value and goodwill
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Solving complexities specifically associated with privately-owned companies while exceeding clients’ expectations
Process
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Proven "Sell-Side Eight" process is rigorously executed and designed to minimize the client's resources and time
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Focus on chemistry, purchase price, and deal structure prioritization
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Efficient timeline to leverage competitive tensions throughout the process designed to obtain the best valuation and terms
Experience
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With two and a half decades of excellence, FRG is well established as a middle market industry leader
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Our practical expertise and owner's perspective to investment banking is designed to deliver superior results for our clients
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Advise on transactions to a full spectrum of buyers: industry players, private equity, family offices, and international buyers
Team
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Dedicated senior-level M&A advisors with hands-on, day-to-day deal management and broad sector expertise
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M&A experts in working with family-owned and privately-held businesses in the middle market
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Fully aligned with our client's interests and committed to closing successful transactions
Why Falls River Group?
Extensive experience with complex multi-dimensional transactions
FRG understands the intricacies involved in the preparation to any sale, the issues and sensitivities of working with family-owned businesses, and how to structure a process, which will maximize value while minimizing execution risk for shareholders.
Detailed knowledge of the client and the marketplace
FRG invests significant time becoming subject matter experts of our client's companies and current sector dynamics, and will leverage this understanding to tailor our approach to different buyers
Integrated team with extensive cross-border transaction experience
FRG is made up of an integrated team of senior bankers who provide access to global sector insights, experience, and detailed knowledge of managing cross-border transactions.
Access to buyers and relationships with key decision makers
FRG has an in-depth understanding of how buyers, both domestic and international, will consider opportunities and how to best position the business to maximize value for you.
Highly motivated to deliver a successful transaction
FRG is committed to our clients and highly motivate to deliver a successful transaction, as our interests are directly aligned with both shareholders and the company.
Longstanding track record of maximizing value.
FRG has a strong track record of maximizing value while running an efficient process that intends to reduce execution risk at every stage of the transaction.