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In this episode of the Collision Vision driven by @autobodynews, Cole Strandberg chats with Jay Goninen. During this discussion, they zoom out for a high-level look at the current state of the industry: technician shortages, economic slowdowns, generational shifts, and how…
In this episode of the Collision Vision driven by @autobodynews, Cole Strandberg sits down with Greg Peters, the CEO of Car ADAS Solutions, a company at the forefront of licensing and supporting dedicated ADAS calibration facilities across the country. Greg and his team are…
Sell your company without walking away.
Private equity loves minority rollovers and many times requires it.
Sell 100%, then reinvest 30% back to ride the next growth wave.
The Second exit can multiply your first win. Although you’ll have less control, you’ll have leveraged…
Owner dependence is one of the most common (and costly) killers of valuation.
I see it all the time. The founder is the rainmaker, the decision-maker, the glue holding everything together.
Impressive?
Absolutely.
But to a buyer, that’s a big risk.
If your business can’t…
In this episode of the Collision Vision driven by @autobodynews, we’re continuing our Technology Takeover: The Impact of ADAS & Calibration series with another deep dive into the evolving world of ADAS calibration. Cole Strandberg chats with Sam Poradish, Director of…
Flexibility in Deal Structures: Modern agreements require adaptable terms to balance risk and reward, with creative earn-outs and phased payments gaining traction.
Valuation Alignment: Clear communication on valuation methods ensures both parties align on fair pricing, avoiding…
Getting a clear understanding of your value shouldn’t be complicated. Spend less than 10 minutes answering questions, and we’ll send you a confidential valuation estimate.
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In this episode of the Collision Vision Podcast, we’re focusing on the scale option for shops in their path forward to talk about how shop owners can grow their operations strategically to compete in today’s collision repair landscape. To help us navigate this topic, Cole…
The first offer can feel flattering.
It can also hide a trap.
Deal tactics and adjustments to purchase price start there. Unrepresented sellers can feel the pressure, cave early or get deal fatigue early on.
The initial value evaporates instantly.
→ Widen the buyer pool.…
We’re pleased to share that FOCUS advised Opinion Dynamics, a premier provider of research, evaluation, and advisory services for utilities, on its sale to E Source, a portfolio company of Align Capital Partners.
This partnership combines E Source’s 35+ years of utility…
M&A in Building & Infrastructure Services stays strong in Q2 2025.
Despite operational challenges—from labor shortages to rising input costs—deal activity remained robust across engineering & construction, environmental services, and specialty contracting.
Key trends this…
One of the most common questions we get from founders and owners is simple.
❓What’s my company worth?❓
It’s the question that never goes away, no matter what’s happening in the world.
Tariffs, economic shifts, interest rates. These come and go in conversations, but valuation…
Coming Soon on The Collision Vision: Who Should I Speak With on DRPs??
In a couple of months, we’re diving headfirst into one of the most talked-about—and sometimes misunderstood—topics in the collision repair industry: Direct Repair Programs (DRPs).
There’s no shortage of…
FOCUS is proud to announce that we served as exclusive M&A advisor to Verigent, a leading national staffing firm in Telecom and IT network infrastructure, in its acquisition by Allied Resources Group (“ARG).
This partnership strengthens ARG’s national presence in data center…
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