by Brooks Crankshaw | Jul 14, 2026 | Articles, Industrials
By Brooks Crankshaw, Managing Director, Forbes Partners My last article talked about how buyers evaluate commercial HVAC companies differently than they used to, rewarding recurring revenue, strong systems, and management depth over sheer size. The...
by Brooks Crankshaw | May 28, 2026 | Articles
By Brooks Crankshaw, Managing Director, Forbes Partners For decades, the meetings and events industry has been built on relationships. Founders cultivated trust with corporate clients and delivered conferences, sales kickoffs, incentive trips, and product...
by Brooks Crankshaw | Apr 28, 2026 | Articles, Latest News & Announcements
By Brooks Crankshaw, Managing Director, Forbes Partners When a loading dock door fails at a cold storage facility, operations stop. When a pharmaceutical distribution center can’t secure its bay, product is at risk. Commercial overhead doors have always been essential...
by Cassie Dobos | Apr 27, 2026 | Articles, Industry & Market Data Reports
If you own a successful beauty or personal care business, today’s market environment likely raises important questions. This guide is designed to help founders and owners navigate the current environment. Download the Beauty M&A...
by Brooks Crankshaw | Feb 25, 2026 | Articles, Latest News & Announcements
By Brooks Crankshaw, Managing Director, Forbes Partners In 2025, commercial HVAC transaction activity remained steady, with 139 announced deals nationwide. ¹ At a glance, that suggested a stable market. But while deal volume didn’t surge, the way buyers evaluated...
by Brooks Crankshaw | Oct 22, 2025 | Articles, Latest News & Announcements
The HVAC industry continues to demonstrate strong fundamentals and attract investor attention. As previously noted, CapIQ reported 138 announced or completed deals in 2024. This compares to 60 announced or completed deals in the first half of 2025, reflecting steady...
