4 Ways to Boost the Value of a Rubber Manufacturing Firm

4 Ways to Boost the Value of a Rubber Manufacturing Firm Make sure you take these 4 steps to increase the value of your firm prior to selling. As the manufacturing industry continues to pick up speed, the time to own a manufacturing business has never been better. American manufacturing is one of the largest (if not the largest) and …

M&A on the Rise in IT Sector as Viking Mergers Completes Sale of Corporate Armor

Viking Mergers & Acquisitions, a well-known M&A firm, has successfully closed on the sale of Corporate Armor, a B2B IT Security Reseller based out of Charlotte, NC. Corporate Armor was founded in 2011 by Thomas Schiffers and a partner, after selling his previous IT business through Viking Mergers. Thomas Schiffers has grown Corporate Armor significantly since its inception and is …

Passing the Torch: Comparing the Types of Business Successors

Passing the Torch: Comparing the Types of Business Successors Who is best suited to continue the legacy of your business? As a business owner, you understand the importance of planning ahead. Every business requires accurate forecasting, budgets, hiring schedules, and marketing campaigns to be successful but what most business owners do not have is an exit strategy. Nearly 90% of …

Planning Your Exit: Selling an Event Management Business

Planning Your Exit: Selling an Event Management Business The event management industry is poised for extreme growth, making the perfect time to sell. Most of us do not think too far into what goes on behind the scenes at the events we attend, but in reality, there is a trillion dollar industry working overtime to create an unforgettable experience for you. …

5 Things Every Millennial Needs to Know About Starting a Business

5 Things Every Millennial Needs to Know About Starting a Business Thinking of starting a business of your own? As a millennial, you cannot afford to miss these 5 tips. Twenty percent of 18-34 year olds have a business idea, but most of them never get up the courage or capital to explore it. Starting your own business is a scary thought …

Viking Mergers Completes Sale of P. Saylor Fencing After Only 60 Days

P. Saylor Fencing, a local fence building and installation company owned by Paul and Risa Saylor, was officially sold to new owners in March 2016. The deal was facilitated by Viking Mergers & Acquisitions and demonstrates an ongoing trend in positive M&A activity in the Southeast. P. Saylor Fencing was founded by Paul and Risa Saylor over 16 years ago …

Acquire or Be Acquired: How to Sell (or Expand) a Physical Therapy Practice

Acquire or Be Acquired: How to Sell (or Expand) a Physical Therapy Practice M&A activity is strong in the physical therapy field, giving business owners a unique advantage. This year is expected to be another banner year for the healthcare field, with many sectors within this mega-industry predicting high growth and exceptional profits. One of the largest sub-sectors of the …

10 Myths & Misconceptions of Franchising

10 Myths & Misconceptions of Franchising Franchising is a great way to test your entrepreneurial skills, but be aware of these misconceptions. Franchising is a fantastic way for entrepreneurs, especially first-timers, to test their skills and passion in the world of small business ownership. As more executives leave Corporate America to pursue a career in business ownership, franchising serves as a viable …

How to Value a Telecom Company

In a society that is constantly changing and evolving, technology plays a critical factor in our economy and small business sector. One of the greatest indicators of the state of economy and consumer spending is the telecommunications industry. Businesses in the telecommunication industry provide and maintain data, text, voice and video transmission services to consumers and businesses. The global telecommunications …

5 Major Business Tax Deductions Explained

5 Major Business Tax Deductions Explained Don’t leave money on the table at tax time! Use this guide to properly claim your deductions. It’s that time of year again – tax season – and for small business owners, this means a lot of research and number crunching with the hopes of reducing your tax liability.  Filing your small business taxes …