August 2026
Traditional Lending – Stability, Structure, Long-Term Relationships
Types of Traditional Lending Traditional lending provides borrowers with loans from banks, credit unions, and other financial institutions. These loans are typically best suited for established companies with a strong credit history that require larger [...]
Owning the Narrative: Why Sellers Should Complete a Quality of Earnings Before Going to Market
In today's competitive mergers and acquisitions environment, preparation often determines whether a transaction closes smoothly or stalls under scrutiny. One of the most effective ways a seller can prepare and retain control of the transaction [...]
July 2026
How to Interview Your Bank
A banking relationship is more than the sum of its transactions; it's a trust that directly impacts how you achieve your business goals. The right banker plays a huge role in your day-to-day operations and [...]
How PE Firms Can Increase Portfolio Value as the Exit Window Reopens
After several years of muted deal activity, signs of life are returning to the private equity exit market in early 2026. With the current supply of quality assets in the market and increased competition among [...]
Beyond the Deal: Private Equity’s Outlook for Accelerating Portfolio Growth
Over the past 13 years, Protiviti and NC State University's ERM Initiative have issued annual research reports on the top risks faced by global leaders. The latest report contains insights from these leaders. Private equity [...]
Experience Matters
Dedicated, ExperiencedFinancial and M&A Tax Advisors Impact Deal Economics and Exposures Why It Matters When it comes to a contemplated transaction, having a strong, deeply experienced financial (principally, "Quality of Earnings" or "QoE") and tax [...]