Forum can deliver a range of benefits to our potential merger partner, including:
A flexible funding source through a unique structure that can be tailored to the company’s specific needs
Cash consideration to existing owners at the time of merger
Retained ownership for current shareholders; with the ability to retain significant equity upside and the ability to retain control of the public company post merger
Access to new sources of capital and public currency (listed stock) to fund expansion, make acquisitions or pay down debt
Public valuation without the restrictive, time consuming, costly and uncertain IPO process
Exposure to public investor community via a NASDAQ listing
Operational guidance and support to enhance growth and value creation
Strategic planning and governance as a public company
Access to Forum’s Management Team and Board of Directors’ breadth of expertise
Our team offers:
A team of experienced public market participants who can assist in the transition from private company to public company status
Experience across multiple industries, including Consumer Products, Retail, Distribution, Energy, Financial Services, Industrial, Telecom, Media and Technology
Success building successful companies
Experience sourcing and closing acquisitions
Capital markets execution capabilities
Access to a deep and varied network of senior business leaders and influencers
We intend to focus on companies which have the following characteristics:
$500 million to $2 billion or more in enterprise value
North American based company
Robust outlook for long-term growth
Recurring revenues
What’s important to us:
Strong, driven, experienced management team
A clear understanding of their market and growth strategy
Industries that have strong barriers to entry
Scalable, capital efficient business model
Opportunities for growth, both organically and through acquisition
Sustainable competitive advantage in an attractive industry