CFMA New England

CFMA New England Conference 2024: Construction Industry M&A Trends

Speaking Topic

Dustin Bass and Scott Duncan are presenting the Construction Industry Outlook and 2024 M&A Trends at this year’s CFMA New England Regional Conference on September 19, 2024.

About the Event

Designed for CFOs, controllers, and financial managers in the construction industry, CFMA New England is committed to delivering the 

Be sure to stop by and talk with Dustin about how our firm brings deep industry experience, relationships, and expertise to every engagement. See why our unique approach to transaction advisory provides clients with greater clarity, improved transaction optionality, and exceptional outcomes.

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Meet Our Team

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Dustin Bass | Partner

dbass@baserockpartners.com
(303) 681-1721

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Scott Duncan | Partner

sduncan@baserockpartners.com
(720) 273-2781

BaseRock Partners Advises Clinton Electric, Inc. on Its Sale to Mid-Am Building Solutions, LLC, a Portfolio Company of Craft Work Capital Investments, LLC

BaseRock Partners Advises Clinton Electric, Inc. On Its Sale To Mid-Am Building Solutions, LLC

Denver, CO (July 30, 2024) – BaseRock Partners is pleased to announce the sale of Clinton Electric, Inc. to Mid-Am Building Solutions, LLC, a portfolio company of Craft Work Capital Investments, LLC. BaseRock Partners (“BaseRock”) acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Clinton Electric, Inc. (“Clinton Electric “) in this transaction. 

Clinton Electric, headquartered in Ina, Illinois, has been a trusted partner in the field of industrial and commercial electrical contracting since 1981. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including new construction, renovations, repairs, general maintenance, plant shutdowns, and emergency response. Serving primarily the southern section of Illinois, Clinton Electric’s impressive portfolio includes clients such as Southeastern Illinois Electric Cooperative, Continental Tire, Conagra Brands, Walker’s Bluff Casino, and SSM Health.

“We couldn’t be more grateful for the BaseRock team during the sale of our company,” said Pam Allen, President of Clinton Electric. “BaseRock’s approach to managing both the buyer and us kept the process on track and their patience and willingness to educate me through every step were invaluable. We were fortunate to have had BaseRock guide our ownership team through the sale process. A special thanks to the team!”

“Clinton Electric is a truly impressive company with a reputation of superior workmanship. Their talented leadership team fosters a great culture that is fortified by dedicated, highly skilled union electricians. Clinton Electric is an important addition to the Mid-Am Building Solutions platform and we look forward to supporting the team in their growth plans,” said Rob Krueger, CEO of Mid-Am Building Solutions, in this press release.

Craft Work Capital Investments, LLC (“Craft Work”), a strategic investor exclusively focused on mechanical, electrical, and other related specialty contracting firms, completed a control investment in Clinton Electric, Inc., by Mid-Am Building Solutions, LLC, Craft Work’s Midwestern-focused platform.

Clinton Electric will remain under its current name and continue to be helmed by Pam Allen as President, who has been with the company for over 23 years.

About BaseRock Partners

BaseRock Partners is an investment bank built to serve the engineering and construction industry. BaseRock advises clients using a team-oriented approach that combines decades of industry expertise, deep industry relationships, and unique transaction capabilities specifically designed to meet the needs of engineering and construction companies.

BaseRock Partners Contact

John-Steinegger

John Steinegger
Managing Director
jsteinegger@baserockpartners.com
720.853.4235

Join Us at the 33rd Annual CICPAC Conference

We’re thrilled to be exhibiting at the 33rd Annual CICPAC Conference. Our team is looking forward to engaging with fellow members, CPAs, and industry professionals at the event, which is dedicated to advancing construction accounting education and sharing insights and expertise crucial to the construction sector.

Be sure to visit our team in the exhibitor space to learn more about how our firm brings deep industry experience, relationships, and expertise to every engagement.

See why our unique approach to transaction advisory provides clients with greater clarity, improved transaction optionality, and exceptional outcomes.

Learn more about the CICPAC Conference 

Meet Our Team at the Conference

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Dustin Bass | Partner

dbass@baserockpartners.com
(303) 681-1721

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Matthew Drake | Partner

mdrake@baserockpartners.com
(312) 882-7649

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John Steinegger | Director

jsteinegger@baserockpartners.com
(720) 853-4235

CFMA San Francisco: Introduction to Ownership Succession

Dustin Bass and Scott Duncan are speaking at the CFMA San Francisco chapter event, presenting an introductory session of the most common ownership succession paths in the construction industry today.

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Meet Our Team at the Conference

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Dustin Bass | Partner

dbass@baserockpartners.com
(303) 681-1721

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Scott Duncan | Partner

sduncan@baserockpartners.com
(720) 273-2781

Holmes Murphy: 2024 Economic and Construction Outlook

BaseRock Partners joins Holmes Murphy for an insightful session on the economic outlook for 2024 and its impacts on the construction industry on April 18 in St. Paul, MN.

Speakers Dustin Bass and Scott Duncan will explore the intersection of Value Drivers and Exit Optionality for construction businesses. Looking forward to networking and sharing key insights in the company of industry leaders.

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Meet Our Team at the Conference

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Dustin Bass | Partner

dbass@baserockpartners.com
(303) 681-1721

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Scott Duncan | Partner

sduncan@baserockpartners.com
(720) 273-2781

BaseRock Partners Advises Cabrera Services Inc. On Its Sale To EnergySolutions, Inc.

Denver, CO (March 20, 2024) – BaseRock Partners is pleased to announce the sale of Cabrera Services Inc. to EnergySolutions, Inc., a portfolio company of TriArtisan Capital Advisors. BaseRock Partners (“BaseRock”) acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Cabrera Services Inc. (“Cabrera”) in this transaction.

For nearly 30 years, Cabrera has established itself as a trusted partner for environmental and radiological remediation projects nationwide. Headquartered in East Hartford, Connecticut, Cabrera provides services to commercial and federal clients and has been a prominent contractor in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Formerly Utilized Sites Remedial Action Program markets. The company has a proven track record of safety and quality, with expertise spanning the entire environmental cleanup process. Cabrera management and employees will remain in place following the sale.

EnergySolutions, headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a global leader in the nuclear services industry, providing integrated solutions for nuclear decommissioning and waste management. With decades of experience, EnergySolutions serves government and commercial customers in the nuclear, environmental, and energy sectors. It was acquired by TriArtisan Capital Advisors in November 2021. Cabrera will be fully integrated into EnergySolutions’ federal program.

“This is a tremendous opportunity to take Cabrera to the next level,” said Rob Flowers, President and COO of Cabrera Services, Inc. “EnergySolutions shares our deep commitment to safety and top-notch environmental services, and together, we’ll have the resources and reach to make an even bigger impact. I’m particularly grateful to BaseRock Partners for their invaluable strategic guidance throughout this process. Their patience, resilience, and flexibility were instrumental in navigating the complexities of this transaction.”

About BaseRock Partners

BaseRock Partners is a full-service investment bank built to serve the engineering & construction industry. BaseRock advises clients using a team-oriented approach that combines decades of industry expertise, deep industry relationships, and unique transaction capabilities specifically designed to meet the needs of engineering & construction companies.

BaseRock Partners Contact

matt-drake

Matthew Drake
Partner
mdrake@baserockpartners.com
312.882.7649

Presenting the Midwest Economic Update at NECA Midwestern Region Conference 2024

Matthew Drake, John Steinegger, and Dustin Bass are presenting the Midwest Economic Update at this year’s NECA Midwestern Region Conference on March 14.

Organized by the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA), this conference brings together electrical contractors, industry leaders, manufacturers, suppliers, and other professionals involved in the electrical construction industry.

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Meet Our Team at the Conference

Picture of Dustin Bass | Partner

Dustin Bass | Partner

dbass@baserockpartners.com
(303) 681-1721

Picture of Matthew Drake | Partner

Matthew Drake | Partner

mdrake@baserockpartners.com
(312) 882-7649

Picture of John Steinegger | Managing Director

John Steinegger | Managing Director

jsteinegger@baserockpartners.com
(720) 853-4235

AGC Executive Leader Academy

AGC Executive Leadership Academy 2024

Dustin Bass presents strategies for the next generation of leaders in the construction industry at the AGC Executive Leadership Academy in Denver, CO on March 7th, 2024.

The AGC Board and the Construction Education Foundation are pleased to present the 11th annual Executive Leadership Academy.  This academy is designed to prepare your next key leader for the c-suite and leadership roles.  The academy is limited to 28 qualified registrants that are nominated by their company with a maximum of two candidates per firm.  

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Meet Our Team

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Dustin Bass | Partner

dbass@baserockpartners.com
(303) 681-1721

Marsh McLennan Agency Construction Summit

MarshMcLennan Agency Construction Summit 2024

Dustin Bass will be presenting at the Construction Summit, hosted by Marsh & McLennan Northwest on February 28 and 29 in Spokane, WA.

With the theme “Build a Better Business,” Baserock Partners will be the facilitators of this exclusive event that brings together 20 top construction firms across the West. Expect peer-to-peer exchanges and expert insights on strategic issues vital to contractors’ businesses.

Meet Our Team

Picture of Dustin Bass | Partner

Dustin Bass | Partner

dbass@baserockpartners.com
(303) 681-1721

CFMA Massachusetts 2024: Introduction to Ownership Succession

Dustin Bass and Scott Duncan will be speaking at the upcoming Massachusetts Chapter of CFMA event, sharing their expertise on a crucial topic for the construction sector: Ownership Succession.

Dustin and Scott will discuss pivotal factors impacting the value and marketability of construction businesses, the increasing significance of ESOPs in today’s market, outline the qualities of a robust ESOP candidate, and explore effective strategies for internal equity transfer.

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Meet Our Team

Picture of Dustin Bass | Partner

Dustin Bass | Partner

dbass@baserockpartners.com
(303) 681-1721

Picture of Scott Duncan | Partner

Scott Duncan | Partner

sduncan@baserockpartners.com
(720) 273-2781