Strategic Investment Banking for the Modern Enterprise
Driving growth, value, and strategic outcomes for corporations in the Pacific Northwest.
Our Core Investment Banking Capabilities
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Advisory
Columbia Glacier Finance offers comprehensive M&A advisory services, guiding clients through every stage of complex transactions. Our expertise spans sell-side and buy-side representation, leveraged buyouts, and strategic mergers, ensuring optimal value creation and seamless execution. We meticulously analyze market conditions, identify synergistic opportunities, and manage rigorous due diligence to achieve your strategic objectives.
Our dedicated team provides tailored support, from initial target identification and valuation to negotiation and post-merger integration considerations, always with an eye toward maximizing shareholder value and ensuring a successful outcome.
Capital Raising
Accessing the right capital is crucial for growth. We specialize in effective capital raising strategies, including private placements of debt and equity, venture capital, and growth equity financing. Our extensive network of institutional investors, private equity firms, and lenders enables us to connect our clients with optimal funding solutions tailored to their specific needs and growth trajectory.
Whether you are seeking seed funding, expansion capital, or recapitalization, Columbia Glacier Finance develops and executes a robust capital raising plan designed to secure the most favorable terms and valuation for your enterprise.
Corporate Finance Advisory
Our corporate finance advisory services provide critical insights for strategic decision-making. We conduct rigorous business valuations, perform extensive financial modeling, and offer strategic alternatives analysis to help companies understand their intrinsic value and explore various paths for growth or restructuring. Our expertise also includes balance sheet optimization and capital structure advisory.
We work closely with executive teams to develop robust financial strategies that enhance corporate value, support long-term objectives, and ensure financial resilience in dynamic markets.
Industry Expertise
Columbia Glacier Finance leverages deep industry expertise to provide specialized investment banking services across key sectors vital to the Pacific Northwest economy and beyond. Our team possesses profound knowledge and established relationships in:
- Technology: Software, SaaS, Hardware, Fintech
- Healthcare: Biotech, Medical Devices, Healthcare IT
- Aerospace & Defense: Manufacturing, Supply Chain
- Consumer Products & Retail: E-commerce, Brands, Food & Beverage
Representative Transactions
Acquisition Advisory
Columbia Glacier Finance acted as exclusive financial advisor to:
Cascadia Robotics Inc.
Successfully advised on the acquisition by Global Automation Co., positioning Cascadia Robotics for significant market expansion. Transaction value undisclosed.
Industry: Technology RoboticsGrowth Capital Placement
Advised on a significant debt and equity raise for:
Pacific Biosystems Corp.
Arranged a $75,000,000 Senior Credit Facility and growth equity investment to accelerate product development and market penetration.
Industry: BiotechnologyStrategic Sale Advisory
Served as exclusive financial advisor to the shareholders of:
Rainier Aerospace Components LLC
Facilitated the strategic sale to a private equity consortium, delivering premium valuation and liquidity for founders. Details confidential.
Industry: Aerospace ManufacturingLed by Seasoned Dealmakers
"Our philosophy at Columbia Glacier Finance is rooted in deep relationships and unwavering commitment to client success. We empower businesses to realize their full potential by providing advice that is both strategic and actionable, backed by rigorous analysis and extensive market insight."
Ms. Reed brings over two decades of investment banking experience, specializing in M&A advisory, capital markets, and corporate restructuring across tech, healthcare, and industrial sectors. Prior to joining Columbia Glacier Finance, Evelyn held senior positions at prominent global investment banks, successfully closing over $10 billion in transaction value. She holds an MBA from the Wharton School and a B.S. in Finance from the University of California, Berkeley.
Notable Past Transactions:
- Advised a leading SaaS provider on its $300M Series D funding round.
- Orchestrated the multi-national sale of a medical device company to a strategic buyer.
- Led the structuring and placement of a $150M bond issuance for a regional transportation authority.
Our Transaction Process
Strategic Assessment
Deep dive into your business, market position, and strategic objectives. This phase involves initial consultations, data gathering, and alignment on overarching goals.
Valuation & Preparation
Rigorous financial modeling, valuation analysis, and preparation of essential marketing materials (e.g., Confidential Information Memorandum) to showcase investment appeal.
Market Outreach
Confidential and targeted outreach to potential buyers, investors, or lenders from our extensive global network, cultivating competitive interest.
Negotiation & Due Diligence
Expert negotiation of key deal terms, detailed management of due diligence processes, and resolution of transactional complexities to safeguard client interests.
Closing
Finalization of transaction documents, execution, and post-closing support to ensure a smooth transition and successful completion of the deal.