Osprey Capital Attends Successful Globalscope Conference In Milan Italy
/in News & Updates /by John MottolaGLOBALSCOPE HOSTS SUCCESSFUL INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE IN MILAN, ITALY, AND WELCOMES TWO NEW MEMBERS
12 Apr 2017 | Globalscope Partners Ltd., an international M&A network, is pleased to share the news of the successful expansion of its international partner base to 53 members in 43 countries.
At the 21st semi-annual conference, hosted by Benedetti & Associates and Palladio Corporate Finance, more than 85 delegates met in Milan to discuss deal opportunities, hear from local industry and M&A experts, meet local investors and develop the network. The programme opened with an M&A cocktail party at Palazzo Visconti where Globalscope members met with Milan’s top Private Equity representatives, and heard from Erik F. Nielsen, Global Chief Economist at Unicredit. The 2½ day conference programme incorporated best practice presentations on marketing, integration and collaboration within the network, and working with PE firms. In addition, the Globalscope group also undertook briefings on the Italian economy, and M&A in Italy from law firm CBA Studio Legale e Tributario. The whole event was set in historic surroundings, the gala dinner being held at Palazzo Cusani, which was preceded by a tour of Terrazza Duomo 21, the halls of which include Mussolini’s private office in Milan. Globalscope sector experts met with their teams and updated the network on the current trends and completed transactions, whilst all participants utilized the one-to-one deal meetings with Globalscope peers on behalf of their clients.
Giuseppe Benedetti, Founder of Benedetti & Associates, stated: “One of the themes of this Globalscope conference was how to increase our activity with private equity firms. We met the Milan private equity community and received valuable insight on the new, future needs of investment funds.”
Lorenzo Valentino, CEO of Palladio Corporate Finance, stated: “We were pleased to host top executives from Italian companies from the fashion, automotive and furniture sectors, as well as share the inbound and outbound M&A opportunities in Italy.”
The following two observer firms attended the conference and were voted in and welcomed as new members:
- First Southeast Investment Partners, from Romania
- IFBC, from Switzerland
Sotiris Chatzidakis, Executive Vice President of First Southeast Investment Partners, said, “Joining Globalscope has been a strategic target for First Southeast Capital Partners, as it is a strong network of solid M&A Advisors across the globe which can provide amazing opportunities of learning and doing business. We are looking forward to knowing more our fellow Members both in business and in excellent meetings such as the one in Milan.”
Dr Thomas Vettiger, Managing Partner of IFBC, stated, “We are very proud to join Globalscope, one of the leading and fastest growing M&A networks worldwide. The focus on cross-border M&A, the professional attitude of the member companies and the outstanding reputation of the network were key reasons for selecting Globalscope. The cooperation with other members will allow us to strengthen our M&A services and will enable us to present handpicked international deal opportunities to our clients. We are looking forward to successful collaborations with our worldwide colleagues.”
Russell D’Alba, Globalscope President, stated, “I was honoured to preside over the most well-attended Globalscope conference to date, as the network yet again hit key priorities: developing deeper member collaboration, sharing more techniques learned through best practices and generating the means to increase the volume of partnership deals, thereby providing more tangible benefits for our member firms.”
For transaction performance in the last six months, Globalscope awarded the following member firms:
- MOST ACTIVE MEMBER: CatCap – 10 deals
- LARGEST DEAL: CatCap – for the A&O Hotels and Hostels, Germany, M&A transaction with TPG Real Estate, based in United States.
- GLOBALSCOPE FLAGSHIP DEAL: (involving Globalscope members on both sides of the transaction): Kaede Financial Advisory & CatCap.
The next Globalscope conference will be held in Perth, Australia in October 2017.
Place-Crete Systems Completes Transaction With Regina Based Associated Asbestos Abatement
/in News & Updates /by John MottolaOsprey Capital Partners Inc. is pleased to announce that Place-Crete Systems LP (“Place-Crete”), a 75% subsidiary of Mosaic Capital Corp., has successfully completed the acquisition of the business being carried on by Associated Asbestos Abatement Ltd. (“Associated Asbestos”). Based in Saskatchewan, Associated Asbestos is involved in the remediation of asbestos, mold and other related substances in Regina and surrounding areas. Associated Asbestos will provide Place-Crete with additional exposure to the growing Saskatchewan market.
The Client:
Place-Crete Systems is a full service specialty contracting firm that focuses on concrete restoration work, traffic deck membranes, gypsum floor underlayments, hydrodemolition services, plaza and bridge deck waterproofing, polymer floor and wall systems and various other specialty contracting services.
Place-Crete has been in the business of supplying construction services throughout Western Canada since 1984 and currently maintains offices with experienced staff in Edmonton, Calgary and Abbotsford, British Columbia.
The Ask:
Osprey Capital was engaged to assist Place-Crete in identifying acquisitions that would enable it to further capitalize on the growing demand for its services in central Canada.
The Result:
“The team at Osprey Capital delivered on our ask to source opportunities that would allow us to expand the service and operations of Place-Crete.” stated Troy Pearce, Chief Operating Officer of Mosaic. “We are excited about Associated Asbestos Abatement’s solid market niche and value of integrating their marketing team with Place Crete’s strong business model.”
“The outcome this successful acquisition mandate created for Place-Crete and Associated Asbestos is important and we look forward to their continued growth in the marketplace.” said John Mottola, Managing Partner of Osprey Capital.
Peace Point Entertainment Group Completes Transaction With Boat Rocker Media
/in News & Updates /by John MottolaOsprey Capital Partners Inc. is pleased to announce that it has facilitated a transaction and partnership between television producer Peace Point Entertainment Group Inc., and Boat Rocker Media, producer of “Orphan Black”.
The transaction was a divestiture of the factual and lifestyle catalogue of Peace Point’s distribution division, Peace Point Rights, to Boat Rocker Media’s distribution division, Boat Rocker Rights. The catalogue included a combination of Peace Point-produced content, and third-party acquired content consisting of factual and lifestyle series and specials for broadcast television.
The agreement also included a multi-year, first look deal on new Peace Point output going forward.
The Client:
Peace Point Entertainment Group is a developer and producer of global content seen in 190 countries, and is led by its award-winning Founder, President and Executive Producer, Les Tomlin.
Peace Point has been a prolific producer of factual, lifestyle, reality and documentary television since 2002. Peace Point has produced over 600 hours of content for multiple broadcasters, including Scripps Networks and Corus Entertainment, and for numerous countries, including the United States, United Kingdom and South Africa.
The Ask:
Peace Point engaged Osprey Capital to secure a strategic partner to both monetize its extensive distribution library, and maximize the value of Peace Point’s future content output.
The Result:
Osprey Capital Partners advised Peace Point in sourcing a new partner, Boat Rocker Media, and assisted in the negotiations and closing of the transaction, working closely with Peace Point’s legal advisors, Lewis Birnberg Hanet LLP.
“We’re thrilled to be partnering with Jon Rutherford and the Boat Rocker team on furthering the reach of our global media brands,” said Les Tomlin, President of Peace Point. “We’re looking forward to working with Boat Rocker as our distribution partner, and to expand our growing slate of productions.”
“We’re excited to align Boat Rocker Rights with Peace Point’s accomplished distribution operation,” said Rutherford. “Les Tomlin and his team have been consistently producing successful, globally accessible content for 16 years.”
Combat Networks Completes Transaction With Ardenton Capital Corporation
/in News & Updates /by John MottolaOsprey Capital Partners Inc. is pleased to announce that it has facilitated the successful transaction and partnership between Combat Networks Inc. and Ardenton Capital Corporation in which Ardenton Capital acquired a significant equity interest in Combat Networks.
The Client:
Combat Networks is a Canadian owned and operated network solutions integrator offering unified communications for enterprise, institutional, government and defense infrastructures.
The Company provides data and voice communication network design, installation, product sales, support and maintenance services to customers who operate mission critical communication networks where security, performance and reliability are key.
Founded in 2001 and operating from its locations in Ontario, Quebec and Alberta, the Company currently serves over 200 active customers in Canada and has an established stable of sub-contractor relationships to augment its national service platform.
The Ask:
Combat Networks engaged Osprey Capital to find a partner that could bring additional resources, experience and expertise to enable them to further establish Combat’s leadership position and realize the Company’s growth trajectory. In seeking the right partner, Combat wanted to ensure stability and dedication to its employees and customers, while enabling it to capitalize on unique opportunities within the marketplace.
The Result:
Osprey Capital Partners assisted and advised Combat Networks in sourcing their new partner, Ardenton Capital. Osprey Capital Partners assisted Combat in the negotiations and closing of the transaction and worked closely with Combat’s legal advisors, Norton Rose LLP.
Vladimir Lizunov Addition Strengthens Osprey Capital Calgary Office
/in News & Updates /by John MottolaJanuary 5, 2017. Osprey Capital Partners Inc., one of Canada’s leading mid-market investment banks, is pleased to announce the addition of Vladimir Lizunov to its Calgary Alberta office and the Osprey Team.
“As a seasoned professional with close to 20 years of mid-market M&A, capital advisory and valuation experience, Vlad combines a strong Big 4 financial background with a passion for helping small and medium size businesses succeed.” said John Mottola, Partner Osprey Capital, “Vladimir’s addition to the firm is important to our continued commitment to servicing Western Canadian businesses.”
Vlad has advised companies in manufacturing, technology, construction, business services, energy and natural resources industries. Before starting his own consulting practice, he was the Senior Managing Director with Deloitte Corporate Finance in Calgary, AB and the Head of Corporate Finance Practice of KPMG in Ukraine. He started his career at the Ansley Capital Group, a US based boutique, raising money for early stage technology companies. Over the years, he has successfully executed over 100 M&A, capital advisory and valuation projects with a combined value in excess of US $7 billion.
“Osprey Capital is well-respected in the Canadian middle market and I appreciate the opportunity to become a part of the team. Our backgrounds and skillsets are highly complementary,” said Mr. Lizunov, Partner Osprey Capital. “I look forward to working with Osprey to build upon its Western Canadian presence and I am very excited about the opportunities we see ahead.”
About Osprey Capital Partners Inc.
Founded in 1998, Osprey Capital has established itself as one of Canada’s leading independent mid-market investment banking and financial advisory firms. Osprey offers a range of advisory services focused on the execution of merger, acquisition, business sale, and finance transactions. Osprey Capital’s core business focus is on the size and scope of transactions that require a professional level of service but are often underserviced by larger firms.
New Additions To Osprey Capital Toronto Office
/in News & Updates /by John MottolaToronto – November 2016. Osprey Capital Partners Inc., one of Canada’s leading mid-market investment banks, is pleased to welcome two new members to our Toronto office; Alan Crossley as Partner and Milton Chan as Associate.
“These new additions clearly compliment our national platform and firm objectives. Alan Crossley brings over twenty-five years of chemical, petroleum, renewable fuels and logistics industry experience to Osprey Capital, while Milton Chan deepens our execution and industry research initiatives and capabilities. Their collective experience and skillsets are strong additions to the firm.” stated Stephen Jakob, Founder and Partner of Osprey Capital.
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Alan Crossley joins Osprey Capital from his previous role as Senior Vice President of Parkland Fuels, Canada’s largest and fastest growing independent petroleum products marketing company. Mr. Crossley’s experience includes senior financial and operating positions, in both private and public companies, and involvement in management buyouts and IPO’s. Alan’s principle focus is that of business development and marketing initiatives and is a compliment to Osprey Capital’s ongoing coverage of a broad range of industries and sectors.
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Prior to joining Osprey Capital, Milton Chan had positions as an associate at Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management in Toronto and equity research summer analyst at Van Berkom and Associates in Montreal. Mr. Chan holds an Honours Business Administration degree from the Richard Ivey School of Business and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Western Ontario. Milton is focused principally on transaction execution initiatives and industry research for specific client mandates.
About Osprey Capital Partners Inc.
Founded in 1998, Osprey Capital has established itself as one of Canada’s leading independent mid-market investment banking and financial advisory firms. Osprey offers a range of advisory services focused on the execution of merger, acquisition, business sale, and finance transactions. Osprey Capital’s core business focus is on the size and scope of transactions that require a professional level of service but are often underserviced by larger firms.
Globalscope 2016 H2 M&A Activity Update
/in News & Updates /by John MottolaWe are delighted to announce the latest edition of the Globalscope Newsletter, providing global market intelligence on:
- Global business valuation trends
- Sector specific commentary on Consumer, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Industrials, Services and TMT
Globalscope is an international M&A advisor network comprising 51 firms around the world that provide Osprey Capital Partners with access to international buyers, sellers and finance providers, access that can often be crucial to the success of financial transactions.
Scott Fraser Joins Osprey Capital Saskatoon Office
/in News & Updates /by John MottolaOctober 24, 2016. Osprey Capital Partners Inc., one of Canada’s leading mid-market investment banks, is pleased to announce the addition of Scott Fraser to the Osprey Team and the opening of our office in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
“Scott is a seasoned professional that brings with him extensive consulting and investment banking experience,” said John Mottola, Partner Osprey Capital, “His addition to the firm and the opening of the office in Saskatchewan is important to our continued commitment to servicing Western Canadian businesses.”
Scott has broad experience in mergers, acquisitions and divestitures from both a strategic and succession planning perspective. Scott has over 25 years experience in the senior levels of both private and public companies serving as VP Finance, CFO and CEO of large Canadian Companies. Prior to joining Osprey Capital Scott was CEO of a private equity fund based in central Canada.
“Joining the talented and experienced team at Osprey Capital is a great opportunity for me. Our backgrounds and experiences are extremely complementary.” said Mr. Fraser, Partner Osprey Capital. “I look forward to working with Osprey to build upon its Western Canadian presence and am very excited about the opportunities we see ahead.”
About Osprey Capital Partners Inc.
Founded in 1998, Osprey Capital has established itself as one of Canada’s leading independent mid-market investment banking and financial advisory firms. Osprey offers a range of advisory services focused on the execution of merger, acquisition, business sale, and finance transactions. Osprey Capital’s core business focus is on the size and scope of transactions that require a professional level of service but are often underserviced by larger firms.