Capital Markets & Investment Banking

​Mahlers IPO & Capital Markets Advisory Services focus on two distinct, but interrelated segments in the capital markets. The Private Company Segment is intended for those private companies looking to access the public capital markets. The Public Company segment is intended for those who are in a growth phase or for those public companies who need to reposition themselves either to continue as a public company or possibly, as a private company. Mahlers IPO & Capital Markets Advisory Services will help your company chose the best approach for you and your stakeholders. We are especially happy to review opportunities when there is an upside with an Emerging Markets exposure!

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IPO Advisory: Pre-IPO, Private Company

• Capital Raising Strategies
• Valuation - including stock options and ESOP's
• Optimal Financial Structuring
• Comprehensive capital structure advice tailored to the specific needs of issuers and their current market place status
• Investor and Public Relations – IPO counsel and ongoing support

Capital Markets Advisory: Growth Company and Undervalued Public Company

• M&A transactions
• Valuation
• Financial Restructuring and Corporate Turnaround - including stock buy-back and optimal capital structure strategies
• Investor and Public Relations – market place positioning and ongoing support

​Mergers and Acquisitions
Mahler Fund Management combines transaction expertise with extensive research capabilities and a investor database.
We implement a customized and comprehensive process intended to generate maximum value for shareholders with minimum distraction for operating managers. Our managing directors work closely with clients to define objectives, then design and implement a transaction strategy to achieve each goal.
Every sale engagement is unique and depends on the specific needs and objectives of the client's shareholders. The manner in which Mahler Fund Management conducts a sale process will, by design, vary based on the client's preference with regard to:

• The number and nature of the parties to initiate discussions
• The client's time frame and expectations
• The management and ongoing operations of the business
• Other strategic considerations and market factors
• Personal and other unique considerations

While every sale engagement is conducted differently, we recognize that creating value for our clients also requires that we conduct all sale engagements with:

• The highest level of confidentiality and discretion to best preserve and protect the client's relationship with customers, vendors and employees
• Extensive industry and buyer research, allowing us to understand the transaction and value proposition from all perspectives
• Active management from our senior professionals to ensure that the process remains on track, with all involved parties working together toward a successful conclusion
• Understanding the financial and key valuation considerations at the highest possible level to advise our client and communicate to potential buyers
• Understanding our client and their future potential, and communicating this understanding to the targeted audience to maximize value
• Minimizing the time requirements of management and potential distractions to the acquirers
• Creativity and negotiating savvy that allows us to structure a transaction that best meets the client's multiple objectives

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Acquisition Advisory
By taking a comprehensive, long-term view of our clients' acquisition initiatives, Mahler Fund Management focuses on generating the best return for the long term (which may include not doing a transaction). We believe this sets us apart from other advisors. Our senior professionals partner with clients to identify relevant acquisition criteria and establish a systematic process to identify, research and prioritize potential targets to complement their organic growth plans. From initial contact, due diligence and valuation, to negotiation and deal structuring.
Management Buyouts
Mahler Fund Management has extensive transaction experience in advising both management teams seeking to acquire an operating entity from its owners and owners seeking to sell an operation to its managers. In addition to structuring and negotiating transactions that meet the objectives of managers and owners, We can assist management teams in securing the appropriate external financing to consummate a transaction. We also provide assistance with structuring ongoing equity positions and key terms of employment contracts, as well as valuation services that provide owners with the assurance they are receiving a fair and competitive value for their business.