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A Boutique Investment Banking Firm Specializing
in Merger and Acquisition (M&A) Services

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Sell-Side Advisory

Take advantage of our 30 years of experience and proprietary process to help maximize the value of your business.

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Buy-Side
Advisory

Let us use our unique approach to identity and negotiate the best fit for your organization.

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Additional Services

Take advantage of our consultative approach to presale positioning.

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Our Team

Quazar has a 30-year history of advising, financing, and negotiating to get our clients great results.

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

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    “Quazar was instrumental in guiding us through the entire process. They brought a wide variety of buyers to the table and came up with creative solutions whenever we ran into potential hurdles. We would not have found Boundless or been able to negotiate the transaction terms without Quazar’s involvement, and we are truly grateful for Quazar’s efforts in getting the deal done.”

    Phil Osheim, President of PromoAdvantage Marketing Group, LLC

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  • QuestCDN new

    “The match between Quest and Byggfakta became apparent to me after just a few minutes of meeting with their team. The opportunity to leverage our expertise in the US and capitalize on their international presence felt like a perfect match. I am grateful to the team at Quazar for introducing us, as well as helping me through the overall process of selling my business. Quazar’s deep expertise has been evident every step of the way.”

    Bob Morgan, Founder and Chairman of QuestCDN

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    “On behalf of myself, my brothers, Dan, Dave and Chris, and all Richlind employees, we’re looking forward to augmenting our core success factors with additional resources and support in partnership with Cadrex and CORE. We want to thank Quazar for their help and guidance throughout the whole transaction process.”

    Mike Lind, Owner at Richlind Metal Fabricators, Inc.

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    “I am extremely thankful to have worked with Quazar throughout the transaction, as they provided the support and expertise needed throughout every step of the process. Their industry experience working with companies operating in the flooring industry was invaluable.”

    Steve Cheney, sole owner of Cheney and Vrooman

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    “The culture at ArcaSearch is one that the senior management team and I have worked hard to craft, as we have taken the good and left out the bad from many of our previous roles working at different companies and managing teams. Quazar understood this from the jump and worked extremely hard, and were ultimately successful, at finding the right buyer to carry on the business’s legacy...”

    Chuck Miotke, President and Shareholder of ArcaSearch Corporation

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  • PHS West new

    “I am grateful for Quazar’s efforts in helping negotiate and close the transaction. The entire Quazar team was invaluable throughout the process, and I do not believe this transaction would have come together without Quazar’s leadership. As for the future, I am thrilled to have partnered with Amplex in order to continue to grow the business. I have confidence Amplex will continue to serve our customers well and create new opportunities for our employees. This acquisition is a truly great fit for everyone involved.”  

    Dan Cummings, President of PHS West

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  • Larson Cable Trailers new

    “We did not expect to get two acquisitions completed so quickly, and we are thankful for Quazar’s help in making both deals happen. When potential roadblocks arose, Quazar was quick to offer up creative solutions. Quazar’s experience in buy-side advisory was invaluable throughout both acquisitions...”  

    Brenda Jennissen, CEO of Felling Trailers

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  • Reclamation Technology new

    "Quazar delivered on everything they said they would do and more. They reached a wide range of buyers and generated international and domestic interest for the business, effectively negotiated on our behalf, and were laser-focused on representing us well and managing the entire sales process. The entire Quazar team was enjoyable to work with and helped us stay level-headed throughout an emotional process..."

    Kevin Schatz, President of Reclamation Technologies

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  • Salo new

    “I could not be more pleased with the outcome of the sale. Quazar was able to reach a wide range of buyers, provide us with multiple options for selling the business, and was instrumental in negotiating a great deal and leading the transaction to a successful closing...” 

    Terry Petersen, President of Salo Manufacturing

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  • Quali-Mac new

    “Working with Quazar on this acquisition was a truly fantastic experience, and I am grateful for all their help in getting to a successful closing. This acquisition would not have happened without Quazar’s help. I am excited to now be able to offer more services to our customers and for the new opportunities the combined companies will create for our employees.”

    Dave Groeneweg, President of LimPro, a Bonnett Partners portfolio company

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  • Nassau Foods new

    “Quazar made an emotional and time-consuming process much simpler. I am grateful to have had the entire Quazar team navigating the sales process, and I am extremely pleased at the interest level Quazar generated in our business. It was great having numerous options, and we could not be happier with our new partner.”

    Teresa Dempsey, Vice President and Shareholder of Nassau Foods

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WHY QUAZAR?

INTEGRITY

In our industry, we believe having the highest level of integrity is a must to be in business for 30 years. We have worked tirelessly over 30 years to ensure the Quazar name is synonymous with honesty. 

DEAL EXPERTISE & EXPERIENCE

Our specialty for the last 30 years has been working hand in hand with privately owned, often family-run, businesses to find the right solution for each ownership group.

ACCOUNTABLE

We constantly communicate with our clients using a proprietary process so our clients stay informed throughout the transaction. Our senior bankers also quarterback the entire deal in order to close transactions as expeditiously as possible.

LONG-TERM RELATIONSHIPS

We have long-term relationships with many professionals (accountants, lawyers, bankers) in the business community who can be utilized as additional resources. Our clients become lifelong friends.

TENACITY

We continuously evaluate the marketplace and make adjustments during the process to best meet the needs of our clients. We leave no stone unturned as we contact potential buyers and sellers.

RESULTS

We strive hard to obtain outcomes that creates additional wealth for our clients. Don’t just take our word for it, read our testimonials to hear what our clients have to say. We also encourage you to view our past transactions, as we are proud of the results obtained for our clients over the past 30 years.

WHAT ARE YOUR GOALS?

   

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Maximize Value

Efficient Transition Plan

Confidential Process

Experienced Transaction Team

Numerous Qualified Buyers

Successfully Sell Your Business

about quazar

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When it comes time to sell or buy a business, experience counts. We’ve been helping companies in various industries for 30 years. We have successfully helped our clients through many unique circumstances during the transition of their business. Let us put that experience to work for you.

Community Involvement

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Quazar believes in giving back to our community. Over the past 10 years, Quazar has donated more than $225,000 to nonprofits locally and nationally.

ARTICLES

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In this article, we delve into the nuances of five common M&A transaction structures: cash at close, seller financing, earnout, holdback or escrow, and equity rollover, highlighting their unique characteristics and implications for both buyers and sellers.
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Quazar is pleased to announce its client, Rapid Packaging, a Minnesota-based distributor of secondary packaging supplies, packaging automation equipment, and industrial bags, has acquired Lawgix International, Inc. ("Lawgix"), a distributor of bulk bags primarily to the food and agriculture markets.
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When considering the sale of your business, the thought of navigating the complex landscape of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) on your own might seem appealing, especially when contemplating the cost of hiring professionals. In some scenarios it may make sense for business owners not to engage an investment bank; however, investment banks often prove their value through offering a blend of strategic advice, robust marketing, and skilled negotiation.
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