Penn Capital Group is an investment banking firm providing professional merger and acquisition advisory services for closely held businesses with transaction values from $1 to $15 Million. Our focus is in the Middle Atlantic States with selected engagements nationwide. For 25 years the Group has provided merger and acquisition advisory services to a Pennsylvania-based regional bank.

Our Professional Approach

People - Our professional staff consists of ex-CEOs and CFOs with backgrounds in manufacturing, distribution, banking, and insurance. Confidentiality and a high ethical standard are maintained by the staff’s strict adherence to a written Code of Conduct.

Philosophy - Our commitment to the long-term success of each transaction mandates our attention to the individual needs of each client including their strategic, financial, and personal goals. Our professional approach relies upon:

  • Developing a detailed knowledge of the client’s needs, objectives, and expectations.
  • Committing dedicated executive resources necessary to resolve the unique needs of each transaction.
  • Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct.

Resources -

  • Our unique network supported by our alignment with financial institutions, investment banks, attorneys, accountants, and investment groups enables us to identify qualified buyers and sellers of businesses.
  • Our experienced professional staff creates solutions to challenging and complex problems which arise in each transaction.
  • We thoroughly qualify prospective buyers financially and strategically to better ensure compatibility between buyer and seller.
  • Where necessary, we provide consulting services for special situations involving preparation of the company for sale.

Results -

  • Our Group has 25 years experience completing sales transactions to qualified buyers in a most professional and confidential manner.
  • References from professionals and former clients can be furnished prior to an engagement.

The Transaction Process & Value of Penn Capital

  1. With client’s input, establish a realistic price range for the business after analysis of the company’s industry, status within that industry, historical financial performance, and potential for growth. Formal valuations can be coordinated where necessary.
  2. Identify potential buyers - - through client input, through communication with our referral network, and through specific industry sources.
  3. Qualify potential buyers financially and strategically.
  4. Produce a detailed booklet describing the business by assembling financial, operations, sales, and marketing information.
  5. Circulate the booklet to qualified buyers on a confidential basis.
  6. Throughout the sale process, coordinate the flow of information, conduct facility visits, and expedite the due diligence and negotiation process to assure the seller the highest value and best buyer for the business.
  7. Successfully close the sale transaction.