How does Dubin Clark differ from other financial buyers?

Unlike typical financial buyers, Dubin Clark’s partners have operating experience to support management’s plans for growth. Instead of focusing solely on paying down debt following an acquisition, Dubin Clark invests additional capital to help build the business. Dubin Clark focuses on adding greater value in fewer situations, as opposed to taking a shotgun approach to acquisitions. Unlike strategic acquirers, Dubin Clark does not bury the company within a larger unit or division, seek to reduce management overhead, or dilute the culture or autonomy of the business. Dubin Clark provides management with significant equity and operating independence, not typically offered by corporations.

Do they have the financial resources?

Yes, in addition to managing equity capital, Dubin Clark has strong relationships with most of the major institutional financing sources around the country. Dubin Clark has never defaulted on a Letter of Intent due to inability to put together the necessary financing. In fact, Dubin Clark has never defaulted on a Letter of Intent, period.

Does Dubin Clark get involved in the day-to-day operations of their portfolio companies?

No, they rely on the company’s management to run their business. However, Dubin Clark thoroughly understands its companies businesses and can offer input as requested. Dubin Clark is active at the Board level and provides business expertise and capital when needed.

What is the typical investment time for holding on to acquisitions?

Dubin Clark has a longer time horizon than most financial buyers, because its focus is on long-term growth, both internally and through add-on acquisitions. Further, Dubin Clark's practice is to look to management to guide the appropriate exit time-frame.