Alma Johns
Managing Partner @Bench Capital Advisory
Signup · Get unlimited contacts
WORK HISTORY
Managing Partner @Bench Capital Advisory
CA
M&A ServicesAs an M&A Advisory firm, our team is relentlessly dedicated to helping Canadian business owners with their exit strategies. We carry out a tailored, highly confidential and global marketing process to maximize the value of your company at exit.How We Do ItWe prepare a compelling Confidential Information Memorandum that showcases the strength of your company. We conduct a rigorous process over a period of 7 to 12 months, spending on average 1,500 hours, to allow you to continue to run your business, and to optimize the probability of your success.We not only have access to hundreds of Buyers in North America and Internationally, we work extensively with industry colleagues who may represent a Potential Buyer. Corporate Finance & Debt Advisory ServicesWe expedite growth and transitions by providing access to bank and alternative financing, working with major financial institutions across Canada and the U.S. We source a suitable financial provider for your business based on company size, transaction type, location and industry, and most importantly, the potential for developing a great relationship with your Banker.Because of our experience, we know the specific criteria required by traditional financial lenders. This, coupled with our proven risk-assessment methodologies, increases the probability of approval.How We Do ItWe evaluate your business, industry, operations, strengths and weaknesses, funding needs, and credit risk profile to determine your \"bankability factor\".We structure the financing deal based on our intuitive understanding of a client\'s risk profile. We negotiate terms and conditions to get the optimal deal structure and ensure a successful close.We make the process as seamless and efficient as possible by acting as your advocate who helps you navigate the process, understand collateral security requirement and payment terms.
EDUCATION
Nakano School Of Business
Business Management
Schulich School of Business - York University
MBA, Strategic Studies
Bunka Institute of Language
Japanese Language
SKILLS
ABOUT ALMA JOHNS
I am President at Bench Capital Advisory, an advisory firm that provides M&A and financing services to small and mid-sized Canadian businesses. With over 25 years of experience in corporate and commercial banking, I have managed, evaluated, and funded hundreds of transactions and companies across various industry sectors in manufacturing, B2B and B2C businesses. I have successfully executed M&A transactions for business owners in the low to mid market space, maximizing their valuation at exit.My passion is helping ambitious entrepreneurs access capital to grow their businesses and finding the perfect buyer for their companies. I create value by introducing our extensive network of partners who specialize in various areas of business discipline, providing our clients with an integrative approach to entrepreneurial success. I also share my expertise in publications such as Canadian Business and Canadian Metalworking. My mission is to expand our service offering to include projects that have significant positive impacts to the environment and underserved communities.
This profile is compiled from publicly available professional sources. Unifers is not affiliated with or endorsed by LinkedIn. Request removal of this profile.