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Ziegler is pleased to announce the successful pricing of Beacon Hill at Eastgate’s $175,000,000 Series 2025 Bonds. Beacon Hill operates a CCRC in the Eastgate neighborhood of Grand Rapids, offering a multitude of residential and care options to its residents. Bond proceeds will primarily be used to fund a planned expansion project which includes construction of 101 independent living units and 48 replacement assisted living units; new common areas including a pedestrian bridge, coffee shop, dining room, café, bar venue, game room, lounge/living room areas, and a wellness center with fitness, yoga, spa services and an outdoor wellness terrace; and the renovation of the existing health center building including upgrades and redesigned layouts to convert 29 skilled nursing beds to 14 assisted living plus units and 15 memory support units. https://bit.ly/4a7b1u7

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As a year of uneven M&A activity concludes, Baird Global Investment Banking is monitoring signs of ongoing recovery in global M&A activity in 2026. Here is Baird's 2026 M&A Market Outlook: 8 Reasons for Optimism. #thegodfreymazurekgroup #financialplanning #wealthmanagement #investing #retirementplanning https://lnkd.in/gEWkdNzM

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Ziegler is pleased to announce the successful closing of Covenant Living Communities and Services (CLCS) $146,400,000 Series 2025A Tax-Exempt Bonds. Headquartered in Illinois, CLCS operates 20 communities in 11 states with over 5,900 total units, including communities outside the Obligated Group. Bond proceeds will fund new money projects as well as refund various series of outstanding debt. The bonds are rated “A-” (Stable) by Fitch. https://bit.ly/42G3yNa

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The $9.25 billion sale of Filtration Group to Parker-Hannifin has entered into a definitive agreement, valuing the innovator at more than $10 billion. Lincoln International was honored to serve as the exclusive sell-side advisor to Madison Industries, and this landmark transaction creates one of the largest global industrial filtration businesses positioned for continued growth.   Read more about this transaction: https://lnkd.in/e6mEM8zd #industrials #transaction #investmentbanking

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We recently advised Elgen Manufacturing Company, INC., a portfolio company of MFG Partners and Merit Capital Partners, on their sale to Worthington Enterprises. Elgen is a market-leading designer and manufacturer of HVAC parts and components, ductwork and structural framing. With over 75% of sales tied to in-house production, Elgen’s flexible manufacturing capabilities drive continuous innovation to meet diverse customer needs. Worthington’s acquisition of Elgen enhances the product portfolio and geographic reach within Worthington's building products segment, and they will be an excellent partner to Elgen as the company enters their next phase of growth. We look forward to following their continued success in this new chapter. https://lnkd.in/eBhWZxka #mergersandacquisitions

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Harris Williams recently advised Highwire, a portfolio company of Summit Partners, on their sale to Veriforce, a portfolio company of Apax Partners. Highwire is a leading provider of safety and financial prequalification and contractor risk management solutions for the U.S. construction and capital projects market. The acquisition of Highwire will enable Veriforce to enhance their supply chain risk management capabilities and deepen their network reach in high-growth global industries. We look forward to following their continued success. https://lnkd.in/ebgiBvxY #mergersandacquisitions

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Harris Williams recently advised Highwire, a portfolio company of Summit Partners, on their sale to Veriforce, a portfolio company of Apax Partners. Highwire is a leading provider of safety and financial prequalification and contractor risk management solutions for the U.S. construction and capital projects market. The acquisition of Highwire will enable Veriforce to enhance their supply chain risk management capabilities and deepen their network reach in high-growth global industries. We look forward to following their continued success. https://lnkd.in/gKfxSjnk #mergersandacquisitions

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Harris Williams recently advised Highwire, a portfolio company of Summit Partners, on their sale to Veriforce, a portfolio company of Apax Partners. Highwire is a leading provider of safety and financial prequalification and contractor risk management solutions for the U.S. construction and capital projects market. The acquisition of Highwire will enable Veriforce to enhance their supply chain risk management capabilities and deepen their network reach in high-growth global industries. We look forward to following their continued success. https://lnkd.in/e3tNCiqb #mergersandacquisitions

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Harris Williams recently advised Highwire, a portfolio company of Summit Partners, on their sale to Veriforce, a portfolio company of Apax Partners. Highwire is a leading provider of safety and financial prequalification and contractor risk management solutions for the U.S. construction and capital projects market. The acquisition of Highwire will enable Veriforce to enhance their supply chain risk management capabilities and deepen their network reach in high-growth global industries. We look forward to following their continued success. https://lnkd.in/eufAze75 #mergersandacquisitions

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