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July 2011
Acumen works with Boyd Group in connection with acquisition of Cars Collision Center, adding 28 new locations in three states |
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November 22, 2010
Acumen works with Boyd Group Income Fund in connection with U.S. Acquisition
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December 14, 2010
New Resources Added to the Resource Centre |
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October 5, 2010
Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP Supports the Global Business-to-Business Forum Centrallia
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May 27, 2009
Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP (TDS) Announces the launch of Acumen Corporate Development Inc. Read More >> |
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Acumen works closely with your management team to develop a growth strategy that fits your business. Whether your business is looking to expand, acquire other businesses or you are looking for an exit strategy, Acumen can customize a solution that is appropriate for you. The Acumen Advantage comes from our systematic approach to providing corporate services. Acumen’s seven modules include:
- Strategic Planning
- Acquisition Support
- Due Diligence
- Data Management
- Integration
- Corporate Governance
- Strategic Execution
Clients requiring Acumen’s services can either focus on specific modules or retain Acumen to provide all corporate development services.
Strategic Planning
Acumen assists with acquiring businesses, engaging key employees and acquiring third party licenses. Acumen has particular expertise in analyzing sports and entertainment licenses across North America. Acumen will, work together with your management team, to define corporate growth objectives, conduct a SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weakness, Opportunities and Threats), determine priorities and build a comprehensive execution plan with timelines, responsibilities and costs associated with your growth strategy.
Acquisition Support
Acumen provides creativity, insight and expertise in negotiations, financing structure and project management. Acumen leads management with introductions to potential targets, negotiations and closing of a transaction.
Due Diligence
Acumen will supervise all legal, financial and business due diligence to properly assess an acquisition and to use as a foundation for successful integration of the new business. Acumen will examine key employees, suppliers and customers as well as business operations.
Data Management
Acumen utilizes proprietary software to provide clients with a comprehensive due diligence database indexed and diarized for key dates and terms.
Integration Services
Acumen creates an integration plan with a detailed timeline and requirements based on due diligence intelligence and support the execution of the plan. Integration includes human resources, information technology, commitments and resources.
Corporate Governance
Acumen guides management in establishing a professional board and reporting structure to position the company for future integration and growth. This covers reporting, management and communication with newly acquired subsidiary staff.
Strategic Execution
Acumen ensures that the strategic growth or exit plan has an appropriate timeline, defined objectives and detailed results. Acumen ensures comprehensive input from, and reporting to, management.
Fees
Acumen is compensated through fixed fees, success fees, a percentage of equity, hourly rates or a combination. Each fee arrangement is customized for the specific client. |
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