For the lower-middle market business owner, revenue figures tell only half the story. In the language of high-stakes M&A, EBITDA is the true currency of exit value. This strategic brief explores how sophisticated buyers utilize this metric to normalize earnings and how proper recasting can significantly alter your enterprise valuation before you go to market.

The industrial landscape of 2026 is reshaping valuation metrics. This Chairman's View explores how strategic manufacturing forums like IMTS and AeroDef define the "premium" acquisition targets of tomorrow, offering a roadmap for owners to maximize EBITDA multiples through market intelligence.2026 Manufacturing M&A: Strategic Events for Exit Planning

The transition from operator to emeritus requires more than a transaction—it demands architectural precision. This strategic brief applies the "Chairman's Lens" to maximizing enterprise value, codifying financial integrity, and de-risking revenue streams for a premium middle-market exit.

The intersection of Private Equity and M&A is a calculated engine for wealth preservation. This strategic brief outlines the institutional playbook for transforming a standalone business into a high-value platform through multiple expansion, deal structure, and the "second bite of the apple."