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May 24, 2013
Western Paper Distributors Acquires the Assets of High Country Chemical Supplies
SDR Ventures announced that Western Paper Distributors, Inc. has acquired the assets of High Country Chemical Supplies, Inc. SDR Ventures served as buy-side advisor to Western Paper throughout the transaction process.
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March 12, 2013
SDR Ventures Hires New Group of Interns
SDR Ventures is excited to see fresh faces in its office with a new crop of interns.
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November 16, 2012
SDR Ventures named Finalist for 5 M&A Advisor Awards
SDR Ventures, Inc. is pleased to announce the firm has been named a Finalist in the 11th Annual M&A Advisor Awards.
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September 25, 2012
SDR Ventures recently announced the purchase of Mountain Tech Manufacturing Inc. (“Mountain Tech”) by Cohio Ventures, LLC.
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September 6, 2012
SDR Ventures Provides Financing to Joyce Homes, Inc.
SDR Ventures, Inc., a Denver-based investment banking firm, is pleased to announce debt financing provided to Joyce Homes, Inc. ("Joyce Homes").
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August 16, 2012
SDR Ventures acts as Sell-Side advisor to AtLast Holdings, Inc.
SDR Ventures, recently announced the sale of AtLast Holdings, Inc. d/b/a AtLast Fulfillment to Newgistics, Inc. (“Newgistics”)
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April 30, 2012
SDR Ventures Provides Equity Financing to SecurCare Oklahoma A+ Portfolio, LLC
SDR Ventures, Inc., a Denver-based investment banking firm, is pleased to announce the financing of SecurCare Oklahoma A+ Portfolio, LLC ("SecurCare").
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March 31, 2012
SDR Ventures Raises $5 Million Credit Facility
SDR Ventures, a Colorado-based investment-banking firm, recently raised a $5 Million Credit facility for Denney Transport.
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February 28, 2012
SDR Ventures Facilitates Pet Industry Transaction
SDR Ventures, a Colorado-based investment-banking firm, recently announced the sale of Felines, Inc. dba Sticky Paws.
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January 12, 2012
SDR Ventures acts as Sell-Side Advisor to HealthTran LLC in an acquisition by SXC Health Solutions
Colorado investment banking firm, SDR Ventures, recently announced the sale of HealthTran LLC (“HealthTrans”), to Illinois-based SXC Health Solutions Corp (“SXC”) for $250 million.
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December 20, 2011
SDR Ventures acts as Financial Advisor to Pet Professionals Choice in a Merger with Pet Food Limited
SDR Ventures is pleased to announce the merger of Pet Professinals Choice with Pet Food Limited. SDR’s pet industry expert, Carol Frank, served as sell-side advisor for Pet Professionals Choice through the transaction process.
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December 12, 2011
SDR Ventures acts as Financial Advisor to Deep Rock Water Co. in Sale to DS Waters of America
SDR Ventures is pleased to announce the sale of Deep Rock Water Co. SDR served as financial advisor to Deep Rock Water Co., in the sale of substantially all of the Colorado assets of Deep Rock to DS Waters of America.
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August 22, 2011
SDR Ventures Provides Equity Financing to International Telematics Holdings, Ltd.
SDR Ventures is pleased to announce the financing of International Telematics Holdings, Ltd.
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June 17, 2011
SDR Ventures Provides Expansion Capital to Arcstone Partners
SDR Ventures is pleased to announce the financing of Arcstone Partners, LLC.
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February 21, 2011
SDR Ventures is pleased to announce the sale of Mountain Steel and Supply Co. of Denver (“Mountain Steel”) to Drake-Williams Steel of Omaha (“Drake-Williams”).
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October 5, 2010
SDR Ventures Provides $7.5 Million in Debt Financing for Sweetwater Canyon Club
SDR Ventures, Inc. is pleased to announce a $7.5 million debt financing investment for Sweetwater Canyon Club.
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March 30, 2010
SDR Ventures Combines Equity Financing and Performance Exchange for Digital Printers Alliance
SDR Ventures, Inc. is pleased to announce an equity financing of Digital Printers Alliance, LLC. SDR Ventures served as exclusive advisor to Digital Printers Alliance in arranging the financing.
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January 29, 2010
HealthTrans, a Pharmacy Benefit Manager, Completes Private Financing
SDR Ventures, Inc. is pleased to announce a minority recapitalization of HealthTran, LLC d/b/a HealthTrans with equity capital provided by ABRY Partners. SDR Ventures served as the exclusive financial advisor to HealthTrans in arranging the financing.
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December 31, 2009
The High Prairie International Polo Club is a real estate development for horse and riding enthusiasts located right outside of Denver, Colorado. The community is complete with 60 luxury, custom-designed homes ranging from 2.5 to 10 acres, and neighbors the Colorado Horse Park. SDR Ventures served as exclusive advisor to High Prairie and principal investor of subordinated debt aimed to support the Club's growing working capital needs.
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October 13, 2009
10th Annual Colorado CEO Forum Webcast
With nearly 500 CEOs in attendance, this year's CEO Forum was a great success. Economist Brian Beaulieu offered insight into today's economic trends and provided actionable guidance to business owners and managers.
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October 05, 2009
Newest Addition to the SDR Team: Carol Frank
SDR Ventures is pleased to announce the addition of Carol Frank as Managing Director. Carol brings deep business acumen and pet industry experience to SDR and will be leading the team in moderating Performance Exchanges, Transactions, Capital Formation and Strategic Advisory services.
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September 30, 2009
SDR Ventures Provides $250,000 Equity Investment to Alta Vera
The Alta Vera Condominiums are a residential housing project that broke ground in January of 2009 on 12,440 square feet of land owned by MoonStar at the southeast corner of 13th Avenue and Downing Street in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Denver, Colorado. SDR Ventures served as the exclusive advisor to MoonStar and assisted in several aspects of the transaction, including assisting in development of a capital solution, business plan development, financial modeling, shareholder strategy, sourcing of equity investors, and assisting in closing of funds.
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June 06, 2009
SDR Ventures Provides $225,000 in Bridge Financing to High Prairie International Polo Club
The High Prairie International Polo Club is a real estate development for horse and riding enthusiasts located right outside of Denver, Colorado. The community is complete with 60 luxury, custom-designed homes ranging from 2.5 to 10 acres, and neighbors the Colorado Horse Park. SDR Ventures served as exclusive advisor to High Prairie and principal investor of subordinated debt aimed to support the Club's growing working capital needs .
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May 23, 2013
A recent article by Joyce Rosenberg points to the surge in small business sales that is being driven by retiring baby boomers and an improving economy.
May 20, 2013
The iPhone In Your Pocket, “Didn’t Just Happen.”
A quote from Kevin Williamson on the unpredictable nature of technological advancement, such as the iPhone, sheds light on a need for social and political change.
May 17, 2013
U.S. Economy Remains Clear Global Leader
The U.S. Economy is still the global leader despite concerns over the nation's economic condition. The U.S. percentage of global GDP increased from 2011 to 2012.
May 13, 2013
5 Steps for Managing an Unsolicited Offer
Your hard work has paid off and you just received an unsolicited offer, this article details the 5 Steps that will help you manage what to do next.
May 7, 2013
Preparation – the Way to a Successful Sale
Follow the story of a company that successfully managed an unsolicited offer by preparing early for the future.
April 24, 2013
America’s Top Five Declining Sectors
American has 5 declining sectors due to increasing imports, new competition and new technologies, according to analysts at IBISWorld.
April 18, 2013
The Emotional Side of A Business Sale
When preparing to sell a business, the emotional aspect of the transaction may not be the first thing on a business owner’s mind. However, as highlighted by a recent divestopedia article by Erick Hamdan, this is an important factor to consider.
April 8, 2013
Regulatory Compliance Poll Results – Q1 2013
Q1 2013 Theme – “Sky-Rocketing Costs of Compliance” Based on survey results, SDR notes most of our clients and contacts are feeling the financial effects of regulatory compliance.
April 2, 2013
Colorado’s Overlooked Economic Giant
When you think of Colorado, you might imagine scenes of Rocky Mountains, ski runs or hiking trails. But what might not immediately come to mind is the economic impact of those outdoor activities.
March 28, 2013
Colorado’s M&A Market Remains Strong, Despite Regulations
At last week’s Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference, hosted by the Association for Corporate Growth, Experts discussed the good and the bad of Colorado’s M&A market.
March 11, 2013
US Leading Indicator Remains Consistant
How valuable are social networks like Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter to your business? It is a question on a lot of minds, including SDR and the Denver Business Journal.
February 19, 2013
How valuable are social networks like Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter to your business? It is a question on a lot of minds, including SDR and the Denver Business Journal.
February 6, 2013
Women Inspiring Leadership Development
On Friday February 1, SDR Ventures was a proud sponsor of the first annual Women Inspiring Leadership Development (WILD) Summit.