JDE Capital Advisor: Maxine Clark
JDE Capital is thrilled to include the incomparable Maxine Clark among our advisors. As the Chief Inspirator at The Delmar DivINe, Maxine lead a transformational real estate project that creates the first collaborative and innovative hub for not-for-profit organizations in the Midwest. She leverages decades of experience as a retail leader, board member and currently […]
Growth Strategies: Mergers & Acquisitions
There are so many strategies that can be used to grow a business, and M&A is a big one. That being said, we’ve noticed that SMB owners are often apprehensive to pursue this strategy – it feels too big, too scary, too risky. Which is understandable – and relatable! We have experience in this area. […]
Investment Criteria: Company attributes
We want to work with a US company with a strong, growth-oriented culture, a diverse, loyal customer base and recurring revenue streams (or logical opportunities to create them). The industries and sectors we’re the most excited about are specialty retail, specialty food, pet services, B2B services and software, but we’d love to speak with any […]
The JDE Capital Difference: The confidence to grow
How do you plan to grow your business? You may have reached a point where you’re just not sure what you want to do next. Or the operations of your company have pulled you away from what you love doing the most. We seek to build upon what you have already created and take your […]
Why would a business owner exit to a search fund?
Why would a business owner exit to a search fund like JDE Capital? This article from Entrepreneur Magazine does an excellent job of summarizing the benefits of selling to a searcher, including 1) No longer desiring to be the CEO. 2) An interest in preserving their vision. 3) Wanting the management team to remain intact. […]
Investment Criteria: What industries are we looking for?
We want to work with a specialty retail, specialty food, B2B services or software company to take the business to the next level. We’re looking for a company in a fragmented industry that is growing, experiences minimal cyclicality and sees multiple avenues to grow (organic sales, acquisitions, partnerships, etc).
JDE Capital Advisor: Opal M. Jones
Our advisors at JDE Capital have impressive backgrounds and extensive business knowledge. Each individual has CEO-level experience running a growing organization, and Opal M. Jones is no exception. As the President and CEO of DOORWAYS, Opal oversees this $16 million+ organization that includes five housing programs, a licensed 24-hour residential care facility, and assists more than […]
JDE Capital Advisor: Laurna Godwin
We’re not surprised that our advisor, Laurna Godwin, would be recognized by the prestigious The St. Louis American as Entrepreneur of the Year. She founded Vector Communications Corporation 25 years ago and has been an integral component of more critical community projects in the region than one person could count. She’s an inspiration to so many entrepreneurs and […]
The JDE Capital Difference: Transparency
In our conversations with business owners, one aspect of a partnership transaction seems to be more critical than the rest: transparency. And frankly, we agree. It is imperative that a relationship begins with trust and a mutually beneficial approach moving forward. When we consider investing in a company, we are forthcoming with our goals, thoughts […]
JDE Capital Advisor: Tracy Hart
Tracy Hart is another mentor and advisor at JDE Capital. As President of Tarlton Corporation for over 30 years, Tracy has exceptional experience running a multi-generational family business. When we invest in a company, we will be so fortunate to be able to lean on her for guidance regarding a smooth transition, maintaining an exceptional […]