Boxwood Partners

💡 Think M&A is all about billion-dollar megadeals? Think again. The lower middle market, where transactions range from $10 million to $500 million, is one of the most dynamic and high-growth opportunities in private equity and investment banking today. While massive corporate mergers grab headlines, some of the most strategic, value-driven deals are happening in this space. In a recent Forbes article, J. Patrick Galleher, Managing Partner at Boxwood Partners, shares his firsthand insights on why the middle-market segment is primed for growth in 2025 and beyond. 🔹 Agility: These businesses pivot quickly, making them ideal for investors seeking scalable, high-growth opportunities. 🔹 Niche Market Strength: Many dominate specialized industries, offering unique competitive advantages and strong customer loyalty. 🔹 Buy-And-Build Potential: Lower middle market companies often serve as powerful platforms for expansionthrough strategic add-ons. At Boxwood Partners, we’ve seen how the right middle-market deal unlocks significant value for buyers and sellers alike. In M&A, success isn’t about size, it’s about strategy. 🔗 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eVd5Ynyk #PrivateEquity #InvestmentBanking #MiddleMarket #Franchising #IFA #MergersAndAcquisitions #Deal #Transaction

At Boxwood Partners, we take pride in helping our clients find the right strategic partners to drive growth and success. We're thrilled to share a testimonial from Stretch Zone, a leader in practitioner-assisted stretching: “Boxwood’s deep expertise within franchising, and more specifically within health and wellness, played an instrumental role in finding the best strategic partners.” said Tony Zaccario, President & CEO, Stretch Zone. Founded in Miami in 2004 by Jorden Gold, one of the world’s foremost experts in practitioner-assisted stretching, Stretch Zone has revolutionized the fitness industry by redefining the concept of “the stretch.” Their innovative approach enhances overall health, recovery, and daily performance, making professional stretching an essential part of wellness routines. A special thank you to Jorden Gold and Tony Zaccario for their kind words and for trusting Boxwood Partners in their growth journey. With over 50 years of M&A advisory experience, Boxwood Partners combines the knowledge and leverage of a leading investment bank with the high-touch service of a boutique firm. We specialize in helping business owners and private equity groups in the middle market achieve their goals with expert guidance and a results-driven approach. 📽️ Watch the video on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gtvtGSiK 🔗 Visit Boxwood Partners for more information: https://lnkd.in/gxiAeZk5 #Client #Testimonial #Investmentbank #transaction #mergers #Growth #results #IFA

Success in franchising has always hinged on two pillars: strong unit-level economics and satisfied franchisees. But in 2025, these foundational elements will play an even bigger role, as key drivers of mergers and acquisitions (M&A). In a recent Forbes article by J. Patrick Galleher, Managing Partner of Boxwood Partners, Patrick breaks down why sectors like #QSR, health & wellness, and home services are primed for growth, fueled by strong consumer demand, scalable models, and investor interest. With easing interest rates, abundant capital, and the rise of AI-driven efficiencies, #franchisors that focus on operational excellence and franchisee satisfaction are perfectly positioned to thrive in this dynamic M&A landscape. 💡 Curious about what’s next for the franchising industry? Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gFN9HVgf #MergersAndAcquisitions #Franchising #PrivateEquity #BusinessGrowth #QSR #HealthAndWellness #HomeServices #FranchiseDevelopment #BoxwoodPartners

Boxwood Partners is pleased to share a client #testimonial from Franchise FastLane. “Having gone through a transaction previously, I know how much time, energy and effort goes into the intensive process. Boxwood went above and beyond, and their knowledge of service businesses and the franchise landscape was invaluable as we navigated this transaction," said Ryan Zink, CFE 🛡️🦸♂️, Co-Founder of Franchise FastLane. Founded in 2017, Franchise Fastlane is an outsourced franchise sales organization (FSO) headquartered in Omaha, NE. The Company works with emerging franchisors, managing the entire franchisee sales lifecycle from initial lead generation to prospect qualification, all the way through deal closure. The Company leverages a rigorous diligence and onboarding process, industry-leading technology platform and exceptional sales executives to drive successful franchise development for its franchisor partners. Special thank you to Franchise FastLane, Carey Gille, CEO and Co-Founder, and Ryan Zink, CFE 🛡️🦸♂️, Co-Founder for your testimonial about Boxwood Partners and to the Boxwood Partners team who participated in this video! 📽️ Watch the video on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gSRvHfmY 🔗 Visit Boxwood Partners for more information: https://lnkd.in/gxiAeZk5 #Client #Video #Franchising #IFA #Franchisor #Franchisee #Investmentbank

Boxwood Partners is pleased to announce the sale of FranDevCo, a premier #franchise development organization driving growth and value for leading and emerging franchise brands, to Full Spectrum Franchise Consulting, a portfolio company of L2 Capital and the parent company of iFranchise Group LLC and TopFire Media Inc.. Boxwood Partners served as the exclusive sell-side advisor to FranDevCo in this transaction. The deal was led by J. Patrick Galleher (Managing Partner), Madison Day (Director), Manuel Dwyer(Associate), and Drew Asadorian (Analyst). The terms of the deal were not disclosed. Boxwood Partners continues to build its #reputation as a trusted advisor in the franchise industry, leveraging its expertise to support the success of entrepreneurs and privately-held or family-owned businesses. This engagement represents another successful transaction in Boxwood Partners' leading franchise sector coverage. Boxwood Partners completed 10 franchise transactions in 2024. Since 2020, Boxwood Partners has represented over 40 businesses on successful transactions in the franchise industry, including established and #emerging franchisors, leading franchisees, and value-add service providers. "FranDevCo has established itself as a trusted partner for emerging franchise brands, and this transaction represents a significant opportunity to scale its impact across the franchise industry," said J. Patrick Galleher, Managing Partner at Boxwood Partners. "Boxwood Partners was instrumental in guiding us through this process," said Sung Ohm, President and CEO of FranDevCo. "Their industry expertise and strategic insights were invaluable in facilitating our acquisition by Full Spectrum. With this partnership, we are well-positioned to scale our services and accelerate growth for the brands we represent." "Madison and Patrick from Boxwood Partners delivered an exceptional outcome, surpassing our expectations," said Jeff Dudan, Advisory Partner at FranDevCo. "I am incredibly grateful for their unwavering dedication and professionalism throughout this transaction, and thankful to have now closed my second transaction with Boxwood Partners." Boxwood Partners continues to solidify its position as a trusted #advisor to both franchisors and franchisees, having successfully facilitated numerous buy-side and sell-side #transactions within the franchise industry. 🔗 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g_NfvRPb #Franchising #IFA #Mergersandacquisitions #investmentbank #sale #deal #growth

Boxwood Partners is pleased to announce that it acted as the exclusive buy-side advisor to Wonder Franchises ("Wonder"), a subsidiary of Tucker's Farm Corporation, on its acquisition of Pizza Factory, #franchisor of pizza restaurants based on the west coast of the United States. Their franchise network spans 110 locations and generates more than $90 million in system sales annually. "Pizza Factory has been an iconic family-friendly pizza restaurant on the west coast since 1979 and will continue to serve its customers well throughout its new partnership with Wonder Franchises, standing by its high-quality ingredients and consistent service," said Brian Alas, Managing Director at Boxwood Partners. "This marks our second acquisition in the past three months, adding to our portfolio of best-in-class franchisors," said Adam Lewin, CEO of Wonder Franchises. "We are excited to partner with MJ and her entire team at Pizza Factory, and we look forward to continuing the success they established in the restaurant industry." "Boxwood has consistently proven to be a trusted advisor and invaluable partner as we continue to build out of the Wonder platform. Their understanding of the franchise space is unmatched, and we appreciate the partnership as we identify more opportunities within the industry," said Kyle Tucker, Founder of Tucker's Farm Corporation, the parent company of Wonder. This marks Boxwood's first restaurant and #QSR transaction since the sale of sweetFrog in 2018. For more information, click here: https://lnkd.in/gm3MbNjx #Transaction #Announcement #Deal #Mergersandacquisitions #Franchising #Franchise #Sale

We’re pleased to share that J. Patrick Galleher, Managing Partner of Boxwood Partners, was recently featured on the Middle Market Musings podcast, hosted by Charles K Gifford, Jr. and Andy Greenberg. In this episode, Patrick reflects on his expansive career journey and gives invaluable insights into the middle-market investment banking space. Since co-founding Boxwood Partners in 2008, Patrick has led more than 75 engagements....including over 35 franchisor sell-side transactions. Plus, in this episode, he is offered a hypothetical involving Tiger Woods, prison time, and millions of dollars! 🤔 There's a wealth of knowledge to gain from this episode. Be sure to tune in: 🎙️ Listen on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gK5Fnvrd 🎙️ Listen on Tune-In: https://lnkd.in/gHekz2H5 🎙️ Listen on New Heritage Capital: https://lnkd.in/eXB28mZ #middlemarket #podcast #podcastepisode #finance #franchising #franchiseindustry #thoughtleader #newepisode

Boxwood Partners is pleased to announce that it acted as the exclusive buy-side advisor to Wonder Franchises, a subsidiary of Tucker's Farm Corporation, on its acquisition of Christmas Decor, the nation's premier franchisor of exterior Christmas and holiday decorating services. With a franchise network spanning nearly 200 franchisees and 240 territories, Christmas Decor generates approximately $75 million in system sales annually. "Christmas Decor has established itself as a leader in the holiday decorating services industry, and its new partnership with Wonder is poised to drive significant growth for franchisees as homeowners continue to seek their services," said Brian Alas, Managing Director at Boxwood Partners. "This acquisition marks a key step in the long-term growth strategy for Wonder Franchises," said Adam Lewin, CEO of Wonder Franchises. "We are excited to partner with Blake, Brandon, and the entire Christmas Decor team, and we look forward to building upon the strong foundation they have established. Our priority is to foster franchisee health and expand the system, while continuing to deliver high-quality holiday decorating services to homeowners across the country." "We continue to appreciate the partnership with Boxwood, helping us identify and validate strong sectors for growth within franchising," said Kyle T., Founder of Tucker's Farm Corporation. Boxwood Partners continues to solidify its position as a trusted advisor to both #franchisors and #franchisees, having successfully facilitated numerous buy-side and sell-side transactions within the franchise industry. 🔗 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gwsXc2Pe #IFA #Franchising #Transaction #Deal #Inthenews

Boxwood Partners is pleased to announce that Sam The Concrete Man, a leading concrete services #franchisor, has received an equity investment from Eagle Merchant Partners, a leading private equity firm that invests in consumer and commercial services businesses. Boxwood Partners acted as the exclusive sell-side advisor to Sam The Concrete Man on the transaction. The transaction was led by J. Patrick Galleher (Managing Partner), Robbie Nickle (Director), Colby Carter (Vice President), Nicholas Logue (Analyst), and Jeffrey Nugent (Analyst). The terms of the deal were not disclosed. Boxwood is enhancing its reputation as a premier advisor in the residential and commercial services sectors. "The acquisition of Sam The Concrete Man by Eagle Merchant Partners will significantly bolster their growth initiatives across the country," said J. Patrick Galleher, Managing Partner at Boxwood Partners. "This partnership will not only ensure the continued delivery of high-quality concrete services to residents and businesses but also propel them closer to their goal of becoming an industry leader." "We are incredibly grateful for the support provided by the Boxwood team throughout the acquisition process," said Todd Stewart, President and Co-Chairman of Sam The Concrete Man. "Their expertise in the home services industry has been invaluable, helping us find a partner that truly aligns with our brand in Eagle Merchant Partners." 🔗 Read more about this transaction: https://lnkd.in/gqJEukJx #InvestmentBank #Deal #Advisor #InTheNews #Transaction #Growth

🔷 The Game-Changing Advantage In Investment Banking 🔷 J. Patrick Galleher, Managing Partner of Boxwood Partners, published a new article for Forbes. In this article, Patrick discusses the parallels between investment banking and student-athletes. From the field to the boardroom, student-athletes bring discipline, resilience, receptivity to coaching and a unique ability to thrive under pressure. At Boxwood Partners, we've seen how these qualities translate into the high-stakes world of investment banking, where success demands precision, teamwork, and perseverance. The drive and dedication that fuel athletic achievement mirror what it takes to deliver outstanding results in our industry, and Patrick couldn't have said it better in this most recent article. What are some additional parallels between athletes and investment bankers that you can think of? 🤔 🔗 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eFjsFaKK #InvestmentBanking #Leadership #Athletes #Resilience #Teamwork #BoxwoodPartners #Forbes #ForbesCouncil #Article #ThoughtLeader #ypo