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Bigelow is the M + A Advisor exclusively for owners of high-performing private companies — Entrepreneur Owner-Managers with their skin in the game. Our scrappy boutique firm behaves as one collaborative team. Leveraging our independence and exclusive EOM focus, we have helped hundreds of clients build and capture Enterprise Value while respecting their values, their legacy and the intersection of their professional and personal goals. Frequently our work with clients goes on for years in advance of a wealth-building transaction. Unlike virtually all of the firms with which we compete, we are independently owned. We have only one source of revenue — our Entrepreneur Owner-Manager clients. No referral fees. No investing, trading, lending, or underwriting. No buy-side advisory. No products to sell. No conflicts. We aspire to be completely aligned with achieving our clients potential, striving endlessly to be masters of our craft.
Hal Smith Restaurants is a restaurant management company based in Norman, Oklahoma, founded in 1992 by Hal Smith. The company operates over 80 locations across seven states, featuring a diverse range of dining options from casual to upscale. Annual sales approach $250 million, and the company emphasizes strong customer service and employee training. The company develops, manages, and franchises various restaurant concepts. Its portfolio includes full-service dining options like Charleston’s Restaurant, Red Rock Canyon Grill, and Mahogany Prime Steakhouse. It also features casual and themed concepts such as Ted’s Café Escondido, Louie’s Bar & Grill, The Garage, and Pub W. Hal Smith Restaurants has a history of franchising, having previously managed Outback Steakhouse and On The Border Mexican Cafe franchises. With a focus on community-centric locations, Hal Smith Restaurants continues to expand, including new openings like Neighborhood JA.M. in Oklahoma City planned for Spring 2025. The company is dedicated to culinary excellence and creating memorable dining experiences for a wide range of customers.
Price Forbes is an independent insurance broker established in 1893 and headquartered in London. As part of Ardonagh Specialty, it is recognized as a leading broker in the London market. The company has a global presence, with offices worldwide, and specializes in wholesale insurance broking, focusing on complex risk management solutions for large multinational companies. The services offered by Price Forbes include specialist insurance broking, risk management, and reinsurance solutions through its division, Price Forbes Re. This division provides tailored reinsurance broking, capital solutions, and strategic advisory services, utilizing analytics to meet client needs. Price Forbes also has a strong presence in Africa, with operations in South Africa and partnerships across sub-Saharan Africa. In addition to its business activities, Price Forbes is committed to community involvement through the Ardonagh Community Trust, supporting charitable initiatives and contributing over £1.5 million to various causes.
RESRG Automotive is a global automotive supplier formed from the merger of Rehau Automotive and SRG Global Automotive, officially launched in April 2025. Headquartered in Troy, Michigan, with a European base in Rehau, Germany, the company operates 22 production sites across multiple countries, including Germany, France, and India. With a workforce of around 10,000 employees, RESRG projects pro-forma sales of €1.7 billion. The company specializes in polymer-based exterior and functional systems, offering products such as bumpers, grilles, lamp bezels, and roof panels. RESRG employs advanced manufacturing processes like injection molding and galvanizing, focusing on combining aesthetic appeal with functional performance. The company aims to partner with leading automakers to provide innovative solutions in automotive design and technology.