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The ACG Team
At ACG, our M&A specialists have guided clients through hundreds of successful, multifaceted M&A transactions, thanks to our Proven Process and team of experts. With diverse backgrounds ranging from business ownership, law, tax accounting, finance, entrepreneurship, real estate investment and marketing, our team is uniquely suited to close the most successful transaction possible. In addition, we have an extensive network of transactional attorneys, CPAs, due diligence specialists and wealth management advisors. Please contact us for additional resources.
Kathryn T. Scarmato, BS, AS, Managing Director
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 Kathryn Scarmato represents clients in the sale of closely held businesses. With over 20 years of progressive experience in the mergers, acquisitions, hospitality and telecommunications fields, Ms. Scarmato has successfully completed over 400 transactions since 1987.
Her responsibilities include valuations, mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, strategic planning, and coordinating the overall management of transactions. She is recognized for her high level of integrity with all company transactions. Ms. Scarmato received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business (with an emphasis in entrepreneurship and venture management) from the University of Southern California. She also graduated summa cum laude with an A.S. degree in Viticulture (with an emphasis on wine marketing and sales) from Napa Valley College. [More...]
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Amy S. Cole, MBA, CBB, Managing Director
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 Amy Cole is a highly accomplished Business Advisor, bringing her clients over 20 years of progressive experience in both the corporate and entrepreneurial arenas. Ms. Cole assists business owners of privately held companies, with a variety of services including exit strategy planning, valuations, business sales, mergers and acquisitions. Her background includes M&A advisory services, business brokerage, the ownership of her own business consulting firm, as well as senior management positions with several leading Bay Area technology companies. With a broad range of direct industry experience including technology, manufacturing, business services, retail and advertising, Ms. Cole offers diverse sector knowledge coupled with “packaging to closing” proficiency. [More...]
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William T. Barron, Broker
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 Mr. Barron brings over 35 years of Real Estate and Business Sales experience to ACG. A licensed Broker and land developer since 1975, Bill has overseen over 2000 transactions and provides clients with depth of experience not many can match. He is also a retired Naval Aviator and Korean War veteran and former Airline Captain. He has been featured in books and magazines as to his combat experiences. He has additional interests in fire safety and environmental businesses as A Barron Co. In his spare time he plays tennis.
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Darren Mize, ASA, Accredited Sr. Appraiser
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 Mr. Mize has more than 10 years of business valuation experience, specializing in valuations for small to mid-market merger & acquisition candidates. He currently serves as a Partner and Manager at GCF Valuation, a full service business valuation firm located in Tampa, Florida. Gulf Coast has been an affiliate of ACG and works exclusively with business intermediary clients involved with buy/sell transactions of privately-held businesses. Mr. Mize holds a BA degree in Performance Management from The Florida State University. Darren also holds the ASA (Accredited Senior Appraiser) Designation in Business Valuation from the American Society of Appraisers.
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W. Stephen Wilson, JD, Attorney at Law
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 With over 36 years of progressive legal representation, Mr. Wilson is a practicing attorney who specializes in corporate and business law, mergers and acquisitions, finance, and real estate securities. Mr. Wilson earned his JD from University of California at Berkeley's Boalt Hall School of Law in 1973 and did undergraduate work at Stanford University. Ascend identifies Mr. Wilson as a “team member” and highly recommends clients consider his services. Mr. Wilson has produced uniformly excellent results in deal structuring, negotiations and closings, and functions as a “deal-maker”, not a “deal-breaker.” Mr. Wilson’s services for clients are subject to a customary attorney-client agreement.
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Chris Crawford, Business Advisor
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 Mr. Crawford is a diversified executive with over 27 years of senior financial, business/operations and acquisition/divestiture expertise. Chris is CEO of ClearPath Business Advisors, a Bay Area consulting firm specializing in strategic financial services. As a key partner to ACG, their team assists clients in maximizing strategic value for corporate growth and exit strategy options. Mr. Crawford’s experience includes roles as CFO, General Manager and In-House Legal Counsel for both large public and private companies. In his business career, Chris has a proven track record of success with a focus on maximizing shareholder value and improvement of business processes and infrastructure.
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Robin J. Erdmann, MAI, ASA, MRICS, Real Estate Appraiser & Consultant
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 With over 25 years of experience, Mr. Erdmann offers appraisal services with a concentration on commercial, industrial and agricultural properties. During any business transaction, it is critical that an owner understand how the business property affects the business value and a deal structure. Robin can assist with any needs ranging from simple appraisals to complex issues involving multiple properties. Mr. Erdmann is currently the Chapter President of the American Society of Appraisers and has served on the board of the Appraisal Institute for many years in addition to other national affiliations.
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Linda McDaniels, Certified Sr. Escrow Officer
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 Ms. McDaniels has been handling business transactions for over 25 years throughout Northern California. With experience at top companies including current North American Title and Napa Land Title Company, she has personally handled over 10,000 deals. Linda plays a critical role in overseeing the escrow process to ensure all contractual obligations are met. She handles transactions in a professional, streamlined manner, treating each client as if it’s the only one she has.
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Wayne LeBlanc, Technical Consultant and Implementation Expert
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 Mr. LeBlanc Jr. works with small to medium sized businesses to provide reliable and up-to-date solutions by streamlining company workflows. He has served numerous financial institutions in the Bay Area, as well as law offices, realtor agencies, and enterprise software and consulting firms. With over 10 years of expertise, he is versed in computer networking systems, visual design and development.
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