XLCS Partners will be attending the Western Access Systems Association (WASA) Tradeshow, taking place October 15–17 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event brings together industry leaders from across the western states to share insights, trends, and innovations in the door, gate, and access control systems industries.

XLCS has extensive experience advising companies in the building materials, construction, and home improvement sectors, including recently representing North Branch Capital on its investment in Rabine Doors & Docks. Rabine provides mission-critical commercial door, dock, and security solutions to industrial, commercial, and retail customers across the Midwest, earning a reputation for high-quality service, technical expertise, and tailored solutions for complex facility needs. Click here for more details.

We look forward to connecting with industry participants to discuss the latest M&A trends. To schedule a meeting at the show, please contact:

David Silva, Senior Associate | P: 615.379.7783 | drsilva@xlcspartners.com

About XLCS° Partners, Inc.
XLCS Partners is an investment banking firm providing M&A advisory services to select clients globally. To learn more about our firm, check out the short video at www.xlcspartners.com/video. More information is available at www.xlcspartners.com.

XLCS Partners’ Aviation, Aerospace & Defense team will be attending the NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) taking place in Las Vegas, Nevada on October 14-16, 2025. With more than 20,000 business aviation professionals expected to attend, NBAA-BACE is the premier event for the business aviation industry. The 2025 convention will once again bring together business leaders, aircraft owners, operators, government officials, manufacturers, and key stakeholders from around the world to connect, collaborate, and shape the future of aviation.

The global aerospace M&A market continues to expand and push boundaries. Click here to view our recently completed aviation related transactions.

We would love the opportunity to introduce our firm and answer any questions you may have regarding the current M&A market, valuations, how a business sale process works, recapitalizations, private equity, or raising capital. If you are attending the show and would like to schedule a time to meet, please contact Noah Shertzer.

About XLCS° Partners, Inc.
XLCS is an investment banking firm providing M&A advisory services to select clients globally and is recognized for its vast experience advising owners of Aviation, Aerospace & Defense businesses. More information can be found at www.xlcspartners.com.

Contact
Noah Shertzer, Senior Associate | P: 629.238.0120 | nshertzer@xlcspartners.com

XLCS Partners will be attending MRO Europe 2025, taking place October 15–16 at Excel London in the United Kingdom where global leaders in aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul will gather to share insights, innovations, and opportunities.

XLCS has recently advised on numerous transactions involving MRO shops, USM/parts distributors, OEM manufacturers, defense contractors, and aviation service providers worldwide.

Recent transactions include: 

• CIMA Aviation acquired by JetParts
• NSL Aerospace acquired by Bron Tapes
• RIM Enterprises merger with Alliance Air Parts
• Undisclosed MRO recapitalized by Ronin Equity
• Innodyne Systems acquisition by FCAH Aerospace

“We’re proud to continue our commitment to the aviation industry by participating in MRO Europe,” said Joe Contaldo, Partner and Head of XLCS Partners’ Global A&D Practice Group. “Our presence at this international event reflects our dedication to supporting clients across the United Kingdom and Europe through strategic M&A advisory on a global scale.”

Whether you’re considering a sale, growing with a private equity firm, or just beginning to put a plan in place, please contact XLCS to arrange a meeting at the conference or to schedule a private discussion.

About XLCS° Partners, Inc.
XLCS Partners is an investment banking firm providing M&A advisory services to select clients globally and is recognized for its vast experience advising owners of Aerospace & Defense businesses. More information can be found at www.xlcspartners.com.

About MRO Europe
MRO Europe is the region’s largest aviation aftermarket event, bringing together over 11,000 industry leaders and 500+ exhibitors across the airline supply chain. The conference and exhibition spotlight innovation, strategy, and opportunities shaping the future of aviation maintenance. mroeurope.aviationweek.com

Contact
Joe Contaldo, Partner | P: 629.263.7534 | jcontaldo@xlcspartners.com
Reed McMahon, Vice President | P: 629.205.0996 | rmcmahon@xlcspartners.com

XLCS Partners will be attending PACK EXPO Las Vegas, taking place September 29 to October 1 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event is North America’s largest packaging and processing show, bringing together more than 2,300 exhibitors and 35,000 attendees from 40+ vertical industries across packaging, processing, and supply chain.

XLCS is among the most active M&A advisors in the packaging sector, with deep experience across packaging products, equipment, and services. Recent transactions include:

• Brown Paper Goods → Inteplast Group (Packaging product manufacturing)
• NSL Aerospace → Bron Tapes (Packaging services)
• Cypress Multigraphics → Resource Label Group (Packaging product manufacturing)
• Nortech Packaging → Intertape Polymer Group (IPG) (Packaging equipment manufacturing)

Click here to view additional transactions.

Our team looks forward to connecting with industry leaders to share insights on current M&A market conditions and opportunities for companies considering a sale, private equity investment, or growth through acquisition.

To schedule a meeting at the show, please contact:
Noah Shertzer, Senior Associate | P: 629.238.0120 | nshertzer@xlcspartners.com

About XLCS° Partners, Inc.
XLCS Partners is an investment banking firm providing M&A advisory services to select clients globally. To learn more about our firm, check out the short video at www.xlcspartners.com/video. More information is available at www.xlcspartners.com.

About PACK EXPO Las Vegas
Produced by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, PACK EXPO Las Vegas is North America’s largest packaging and processing event, showcasing the latest innovations in packaging, processing, automation, and supply chain solutions. For more information and to register, visit www.packexpolasvegas.com.

XLCS Partners will be attending The Utility Expo 2025, North America’s largest utility-construction trade show, taking place October 7–9, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky.

XLCS has deep experience advising companies in the energy, equipment, and infrastructure sectors. Click here to view related transactions.

We look forward to connecting with industry participants to discuss the latest industry M&A trends. To schedule a meeting at the show, please contact:

• Jay Cremer, Vice President | P: 629.263.7557  | jcremer@xlcspartners.com
• John Picard, Associate | P: 629.265.0454 | jpicard@xlcspartners.com

About XLCS° Partners, Inc.
XLCS Partners is an investment banking firm providing M&A advisory services to select clients globally. To learn more about our firm, check out the short video at www.xlcspartners.com/video. More information is available at www.xlcspartners.com.

About The Utility Expo 
The Utility Expo is the largest event in North America for utility professionals and construction contractors, bringing together more than 21,000 attendees and 900 exhibitors across 1.5 million square feet of exhibits. The biennial trade show provides comprehensive insights into the latest industry technologies, innovations, and trends. For more information and to register, visit www.theutilityexpo.com.

XLCS Partners will be attending the International Door Association (IDA) Fall 2025 EduCon and Tradeshow, taking place September 11–13 in Phoenix, Arizona. The event will bring together industry leaders to share insights, trends, and innovations across the door and access control systems industry.

XLCS has deep experience advising companies in the building materials, construction, and home improvement sectors. Recent transactions include:

• Advising North Branch Capital on its investment in Rabine Doors & Docks
• Advising AFCO Industries on its sale to Fulton Asset Management
• Advising American Building Contractors on its sale to Diversified Roofing Group
• Advising Vertex Service Partners on its acquisition of Kairos Roofing

Click here to view additional transactions.

We look forward to connecting with industry participants to discuss the latest M&A trends in construction, building materials, and facility management. To schedule a meeting at the show, please contact:

David Silva, Senior Associate | P: 615.379.7783 | drsilva@xlcspartners.com

About XLCS° Partners, Inc.
XLCS Partners is an investment banking firm providing M&A advisory services to select clients globally. To learn more about our firm, check out the short video at www.xlcspartners.com/video. More information is available at www.xlcspartners.com.

About the International Door Association (IDA)
IDA is a leading trade association that serves professionals involved in the door and access systems industry, including residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial applications. The IDA provides educational resources, advocacy, and networking opportunities to support businesses in enhancing their operations and industry knowledge. https://doors.org/

XLCS Partners, Inc., a leading middle-market investment bank with deep expertise in the fastener sector, will be both speaking and exhibiting at the International Fastener Expo (IFE) in Las Vegas, September 15-17, 2025.

Partner Anthony Contaldo will present “Fasteners in Flux: The State of the Fastener M&A Market” on Monday, September 15, offering an inside look at the fastener M&A market. The session will cover current market conditions, what makes companies attractive to acquirers, and the market forces driving today’s deal activity. To preview the session, watch this short video.

XLCS recently advised Creative Assembly Systems on their sale to All State Fasteners, marking the firm’s 20th fastener and component distribution transaction. The Company has completed transactions with leading players in the space including AFC, MSC, Field Fastener, Wurth, GL Huyett, LindFast Solutions Group, and Stock’d Supply (now Blackhawk Industrial). View recent transactions here.

“We continue to see strong demand for high-quality fastener businesses from both strategic and financial buyers,” said Contaldo. “Our goal at IFE is to share market intelligence, meet with company owners, and explore opportunities that can help them maximize value when the time is right.”

Attendees can meet Contaldo and XLCS team members Reed McMahon and Noah Shertzer at Booth #2267 to discuss market trends, valuations, and strategic opportunities.

About XLCS° Partners, Inc.
XLCS Partners is an investment banking firm providing M&A advisory services to select clients globally. To learn more about our firm, check out the short video at www.xlcspartners.com/video. More information is available at www.xlcspartners.com.

About the International Fastener Expo (IFE)
The International Fastener Expo is North America’s largest business-to-business event for fasteners, machinery, tooling, and other industrial products. Held annually in Las Vegas, the show features a robust conference program and an expansive exhibit hall with hundreds of suppliers and manufacturers from around the world, serving every level of the supply chain. For more information and to register, visit https://fastenershows.com.

Our firm will be attending the 2025 Army Aviation Mission Solutions Summit, hosted by the Army Aviation Association of America (AAAA), taking place May 14–16 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee. This year’s summit, themed “Army Aviation: Ready to Meet Tomorrow’s Challenges, Today,” brings together the entire Army Aviation community—including active duty, National Guard, Army Reserve, government, and industry leaders—to focus on advancing aviation readiness and innovation.

As a leader in M&A advisory for the Aerospace & Defense sector, XLCS is excited to connect with companies supporting Army Aviation, including those focused on components, mission systems, MRO, and engineering services. Our deep industry expertise and transaction experience allow us to provide tailored solutions to business owners navigating mergers, acquisitions, recapitalizations, and capital-raising initiatives. Click here for recent transactions.

We welcome the opportunity to introduce our firm and discuss the current M&A market, valuations, how a business sale process works, recapitalizations, private equity, or raising capital. If you are attending the summit and would like to schedule a meeting, please contact Joe Contaldo jcontaldo@xlcspartners.com or Noah Shertzer nshertzer@xlcspartners.com.

About XLCS° Partners, Inc.
XLCS Partners is an investment banking firm providing M&A advisory services to select clients globally and is recognized for its vast experience advising owners of Aerospace & Defense businesses. More information can be found at www.xlcspartners.com.

About Army Aviation Association of America (AAAA)
The AAAA is the only not-for-profit organization dedicated to representing the broad interests of Army Aviation. With 82 Chapters worldwide and 20,000 members, its mission is to support the United States Army Aviation Soldier and Family. More information can be found at quad-a.org.

We are excited to announce that XLCS Partners is now a member of the International Door Association (IDA). This membership marks an exciting step as we continue to build valuable relationships and expand our presence within the door and access systems industry.

XLCS has extensive experience advising companies in the building materials, construction, and home improvement sectors, having successfully advised American Building Contractors on its sale to Diversified Roofing Group, Vertex Service Partners on its acquisition of Kairos Roofing, Burrow’s Post Frame Supply on its sale to Morton Buildings, Trident Building Systems on its sale to Behlen Building Systems, and others. Click here to view transactions.

Members of our team will be attending the Spring 2025 EDUCON in Atlanta, GA, April 10-12 where IDA industry leaders will gather to share insights, trends, and innovations. We look forward to connecting with fellow members to discuss the latest M&A trends in the construction, building materials, and facility management industries. If you are attending the show and would like to schedule a meeting, please contact:

David Silva, Senior Associate | P: 615.379.7783 | drsilva@xlcspartners.com
Ford Heston, Associate | P: 615.379.7783 | fheston@xlcspartners.com

About XLCS° Partners, Inc.
XLCS Partners is an investment banking firm providing M&A advisory services to select clients globally. To learn more about our firm, check out the short video at www.xlcspartners.com/video. More information is available at www.xlcspartners.com.

About the International Door Association (IDA)
IDA is a leading trade association that serves professionals involved in the door and access systems industry, including residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial applications. The IDA provides educational resources, advocacy, and networking opportunities to support businesses in enhancing their operations and industry knowledge. https://doors.org/