Charter Capital’s M&A advisory team has joined with KSM to become KSM Corporate Finance.

Charter Growth Capital continues to operate independently.
Expert M&A guidance for the Manufacturing industry.

Charter understands every facet of the manufacturing and industrial business — skilled labor, material prices, accounting intricacies, capacity calculations, growth paths and everything in between. We have extensive experience across many areas of the market and maintain deep relationships with many of the leading players in the space throughout the Midwest.

Led by Partner and Managing Director Mike Brown and Director Zach Wiersma, our manufacturing and industrial M&A team has guided countless clients through successful transitions, and we tailor our approach to meet your specific goals.

Industrial Manufacturing Update - Q3 2025

December 10, 2025

KSM Launches Investment Banking Practice With Addition of Charter Capital Partners’ Investment Banking Team

January 20, 2026
Manufacturing Industry Sector Focus
  • Auto
  • Capital equipment
  • Components
  • Consumer goods
  • Distribution
  • Electronics
  • Furniture
  • Metals
  • Plastics
  • Stamping
  • Subassemblies
  • Tool and die

Recent Transactions

Sell-Side
Manufacturing
has established a strategic partnership with
has been acquired by
Vance Street Capital
a portfolio company of
Sell-Side
Manufacturing
has been acquired by
MGI Acquisitions
a portfolio company of
Sell-Side
Manufacturing
has been acquired by
Private Investor
a portfolio company of