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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.
Greater Iowa Credit Union (GICU) is a member-owned financial cooperative established in June 1932 by a group of Iowa State University employees. It has grown to serve over 36,000 members across a 33-county area in Central and Western Iowa, managing assets between $624 million and $667 million. GICU is federally insured and state-chartered, emphasizing its commitment to the financial well-being of its members and the communities it serves. GICU offers a range of financial services typical of credit unions, including banking services like checking and savings accounts, loans for personal, auto, and business needs, and possibly investment services. The credit union operates nine branch locations in cities such as Ames, Ankeny, and Des Moines, providing localized service. GICU is also dedicated to community engagement, having received recognition as the Best Credit Union in Crawford County and Story County multiple times.
The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a professional sports league in North America, established in 1946. Headquartered in New York City, the NBA is one of the four major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada. It is known for its competitive basketball games, iconic players, and extensive global reach. The NBA organizes regular season games, playoffs, and the NBA Finals, attracting millions of viewers worldwide. It also oversees the NBA G League, which serves as a developmental platform for players and staff, and runs Jr. NBA programs to promote basketball among youth. The league is committed to community outreach through NBA Cares, focusing on building facilities and supporting education and health initiatives. With a strong presence in over 200 countries, the NBA utilizes advanced technology and media platforms to engage fans and enhance their experience.
A-MAX Auto Insurance is a Texas-based insurance provider founded in 2002, with its headquarters in Dallas. The company specializes in affordable insurance solutions and has rapidly expanded to operate over 200 offices across Texas. In 2022, A-MAX entered the California market by acquiring Sameday Insurance, adding 10 locations in Southern California. A-MAX offers a wide range of insurance products, including auto insurance for cars, motorcycles, boats, RVs, and commercial vehicles. They also provide property insurance for homeowners, renters, and mobile homes, along with specialized services such as SR-22 certificates, Mexico tourist insurance, surety bonds, and notary services. Additionally, A-MAX has commercial solutions, including general liability and commercial auto insurance. The company operates two subsidiaries in Texas: ALPA Auto Insurance and Preferred Coverage Insurance Agency, catering to both non-standard and commercial/personal insurance needs. A-MAX focuses on delivering flexible, customer-centric service to individual consumers and businesses.