Posts by Emily Kuznik
Manufacturing the Future of Sustainability
Chemicals Industry Rebounds with M&A Momentum and Sustainability Focus The global chemicals industry entered 2025 with renewed optimism, following a volatile 2023 and a recovery-driven 2024. According to Carleton McKenna’s 1Q25 Chemicals Report, global chemical production is projected to grow 3.5% this year, led by the Asia-Pacific region. The U.S. market remains competitive, fueled by…
Read MoreThe Wholesale Renaissance
The wholesale distribution industry is evolving rapidly, fueled by technology adoption, shifting customer expectations, and supply chain innovation. In Carleton McKenna & Co.’s 4Q24 Wholesale Distribution Market Report, key trends point to a sector in renaissance. With the global wholesale market projected to exceed $12 trillion by 2028, distributors are embracing digital transformation, AI, and…
Read MoreA Fresh Take on Food & Beverage Preferences
The Food & Beverage (F&B) sector experienced a dynamic start to 2025, with M&A activity gaining momentum despite economic headwinds. In 1Q25, Carleton McKenna observed a notable increase in deal flow, fueled by strategic divestitures, premium product demand, and favorable financing conditions. The F&B industry continues to consolidate, with large corporations shedding non-core brands and…
Read MoreSelling Your Business is Easy—NOT! 10 Common Misconceptions about Selling Your Company | Part Two
Theodore Roosevelt said it best: “Nothing worth having comes easy.” Selling your company is, obviously, a worthwhile endeavor, but it is never an easy one. The sale of a business can be accompanied by tumultuous negotiations, stormy setbacks, and other potential pitfalls. And most owners, especially those who have never sold a company before, underestimate…
Read MoreSelling Your Business Is Easy – NOT! – 10 Common Misconceptions about Selling Your Company | Part One
Selling your company is easy, right? Wrong! Selling a business is a complex process with a lot of moving parts. If the owner has never sold a business before, they often have misconceptions about the level of time, effort, and attention it takes to sell their company and what they actually need to do to…
Read More8 Tell-Tale Signs an Owner Waited Too Long to Sell
In an ideal world, an owner would sell their company when the timing was “just right.” All the stars would align perfectly — it is a seller’s market; the value would be higher than the owner could ever imagine; the non-financial terms would favor the seller; the buyer would have the knowledge, motivation, and resources…
Read MoreLeveraged Finance 4Q24 Review
Trends and Insights for 2024 Leveraged Finance plays a crucial role in driving capital markets, particularly in M&A, private credit and refinancing activities. As businesses navigate changing economic conditions, the demand for high-yield loans continues to shape financing trends globally. In 2024, leverage loan activity saw significant fluctuations, with lending volumes reaching over $200 billion…
Read More6 New Year’s Resolutions for the Enterprising Business Owner
With the New Year upon us, everyone is making personal resolutions: to exercise more, to eat healthier, or perhaps to improve personal finances. While you are at it, why not consider making some New Year’s resolutions for running your company? Here are six ideas to help kick start your goal-setting for the year ahead: Resolution…
Read MoreTop 10 Mistakes Business Owners Make When Selling Their Company | Part Two
In this two-part series, we will highlight five more mistakes and how owners can avoid them. As mentioned last time, owners typically make these mistakes because selling their business involves different responsibilities than running their company. With some knowledge and expert guidance, however, owners can avoid making these mistakes and complete a successful transaction (with…
Read MoreThe PEO Revolution
Industry Growth and Opportunities The PEO industry is evolving rapidly, with revenues projected to increase steadily by 8-12% annually, driven by a mix of technological innovation and market demand. By 2028, total industry revenues are expected to exceed $338 billion, fueled by small businesses seeking cost-effective HR solutions, a tight labor market boosting retention needs,…
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