ACG Western Michigan upcoming events

ACG University: Spring Masterclass (05/13/2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

ACG University: Spring Masterclass

Join ACG University for a focused discussion on how companies are being valued and structured in today’s M&A environment.

Beyond interest rates, buyers are pricing risk differently, financing structures are evolving, and the gap between “good” and “great” companies is widening. In this session, attendees will hear moderated fireside chats featuring experienced valuation and transaction professionals sharing practical insights and a West Michigan reality check on current market dynamics.

Speakers

Alexa Pontus, Vision ESOP

Chuck King, Adamy Valuation

Matt Fegan, EHTC

Patrick Scheffers, Flagstar Bank

Brian May, LaGrey

Derrick McIver, Sleeping Giant Capital

Sarah Harper, Warner Norcross + Judd, moderator

Key takeaways

What has materially changed in valuation and financing over the past 18–24 months
Which risks buyers are pricing more aggressively, and what is driving the increased use of multi-tranche debt structures
How deal structures are bridging valuation expectations, and how lenders are underwriting deals differently today
What advisors and owners should be doing now to protect value, and how financing constraints are influencing price negotiations
How buyers are adjusting transaction payment structures to bridge valuation expectations and what they are doing to increase certainty of close when financing is less predictable

11:00 AM–1:00 PM

Lunch included

May Signature Program (05/20/2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Join ACG Western Michigan for a dynamic breakfast program featuring a fireside chat with Ben Borisch (DWH) and Phil Smith (Dickinson Wright) as they take attendees inside the Safari–LaCroix transaction.

This conversation will provide a deeper look at the strategy, structure, and complexities behind the deal, offering firsthand insight into how the transaction came together and the key decisions that shaped its outcome. Ben and Phil will also share perspectives on how they are developing a case study around the deal, highlighting lessons learned, challenges navigated, and takeaways for investors, operators, and advisors.

June Women's Cocktails & Conversation (06/03/2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Women’s Cocktails & Conversations is ACG Western Michigan’s curated networking event for women in the deal community. Join us for cocktails and meaningful conversation while building relationships with fellow M&A, finance, legal, and advisory professionals in a welcoming & intimate setting.

NextGen Presents: A Company Tour at BAMF Health (06/10/2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Join ACG Western Michigan’s NextGen Committee for an exclusive spring company tour at BAMF Health, one of the region’s most innovative and rapidly scaling healthcare platforms.

BAMF Health is transforming the delivery of precision medicine through cutting-edge theranostics, and combining diagnostics and targeted therapy to treat complex conditions including cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, and cardiovascular disorders. This tour offers a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes of a high-growth organization that is redefining what’s possible in modern healthcare.

Attendees will hear directly from BAMF Health’s leadership team as they share their journey: from early-stage vision to scaling operations, navigating capital investment, and building a nationally recognized center for advanced molecular imaging and treatment. The discussion will highlight key growth inflection points, operational challenges, and strategic considerations relevant to investors, operators, and advisors in the M&A ecosystem.

Join fellow professionals for an inside look at how BAMF Health is building a Bold Advanced Medical Future, right here in West Michigan and beyond.

While hosted by ACG Western Michigan’s NextGen Committee, this event is open to professionals of all experience levels across the M&A community.

AGENDA
4:00 - 4:15 pm: Check in/registration and networking (7th floor)
4:15 - 5:00 pm: Growth story with Chad Bassett, COO, and Eric Boonstra, CFO
5:00 - 5:30 pm: Tour of facility on the way out of the building

ACGWM Summer Networking Mixer (06/23/2026)

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Kick off the summer season with ACG Western Michigan at our Summer Networking Mixer. Enjoy light bites, refreshing beverages, and connect with fellow professionals while taking in stunning downtown views from Warner’s rooftop deck.