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The Preeminent Resource for Corporate Dealmakers ACG ATLANTA ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT FEBRUARY 2012 WE ARE GEORGIA FAST 40 THE ASSOCIATION FOR CORPORATE GROWTH ACG CAPITAL CONNECTION® THE PREEMINENT RESOURCE FOR CORPORATE DEALMAKERS CONNECTING M&A COMPANY LEADERS THROUGH ENGAGING PROGRAMS, NETWORKING EVENTS, AND A GLOBAL BANK OF INVALUABLE INFORMATION EXPLORE EXCLUSIVE MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS 2 FEBRUARY 2012 ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT ACG ATLANTA ATLANTA CAPITAL CONNECTION® CHAIRMAN’S WELCOME s the Chair franchise, brandFEBRUARY management, environ- mentators and actors, and8, his take2012 on vided Capital Connection attendees with of the 10th mental services COBBand marketing GALLERIA services. theCENTRE “State of the· ATLANTA, Economy.” Stein GEORGIA was unique perspectives from our knowledge- AAnnual At- Mr. Aronson, who was also a featured catapulted into the mainstream spotlight able, thought-provoking and entertaining lanta ACG Capital speaker at the first Atlanta ACG Capital in 1986 with his portrayal of the boring panelists. Connection, and Connection in 2003, will be discussing teacher in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. Many on behalf of the “The Evolution ofThe Private EquitySoutheast’s – Strate- people don’t Premier realize though M&Athat Stein hasEvent We especially thank the sponsors of the Atlanta Chapter gies for Success.” a very diverse background aside from 2012 Atlanta ACG Capital Connection, of the Associa- acting, including being an attorney, a many of whom have supported this event tion for Corpo- After breakfast, the Private Equity Mar- university professor, a speech writer for for many years. Each of these sponsors rate Growth, I ketplace, featuring 91 of the top middle Presidents Nixon and Ford, the author of is dedicated to supporting the successful invite you to join market private equity groups in the Unit- 30 books, and a regular commentator on growth of middle market companies. us at this year’s conference on February ed States with billions of dollars of avail- CBS Sunday Morning and Fox News. 8, 2012. Since its inception in 2003, the able capital, will offer opportunities for I encourage all participants to take ad- Atlanta ACG Capital Connection has be- After lunch, from 2:00 vantage of the networking opportunities come the Southeast’s premier networking “...private equity attendees have to 4:45 p.m., the Re- available at this year’s Atlanta ACG Capi- and educational event for participants in consistently ranked the Reverse verse Capital Connec- tal Connection. On behalf of the Capital all facets of corporate growth, dealmak- Capital Connection as the tion will highlight over Connection Executive Committee, I hope ing, and mergers and acquisitions. With highlight of the entire event.” 50 leading middle mar- you have a very productive and success- many factors pointing to a robust M&A ket investment banking ful day on February 8. I look forward to market in 2012, we are especially excited groups from across the meeting with many of you. about this year’s event. intermediaries, CFOs, accountants, at- United States. In recent years, private torneys and other individuals involved in equity attendees have consistently ranked Regards, The conference will begin with our break- mergers and acquisitions to network with the Reverse Capital Connection as the fast speaker, Neal Aronson, Founder and principals from top middle market pri- highlight of the entire event. Robert Owen Managing Partner of the Atlanta-based vate equity groups and strategic buyers. Partner private equity firm Roark Capital. Roark Throughout the day, there will be four in- Tucker, Midis & Owen, LLC specializes in business and consumer ser- Attendees won’t want to miss our lunch formative breakout panel discussions ad- Chair vice companies with attractive growth speaker, Ben Stein, one of America’s most dressing a variety of timely issues related 2012 Atlanta ACG Capital Connection prospects. Specific areas of focus include entertaining economists, authors, com- to the M&A world which have always pro- A WORD FROM THE PRESIDENT... n behalf of the Board of Direc- middle market companies in 56 chapters equity groups, lenders and capital sources Connection Committee for their great ef- tors, and as President of ACG At- across the globe. Members include lead- from around the country. Our wealth of forts, thoughtfulness and consideration Olanta, welcome and thank you for ers in corporations and capital markets networking opportunities at ACG Atlanta this year. If you have not yet joined ACG attending the 10th Annual Atlanta ACG who recognize the benefits of exchanging does not end there. Atlanta, I invite you to do so. And if you Capital Connection! ideas about corporate growth and value- are already a member, I look forward to building strategies within an influential Our Community Service Committee orga- seeing you at an upcoming networking What began modestly 10 years ago at the community of executives growing public nizes annual community service awards event. Let me know how you would like suggestion of then ACG Atlanta President and private com- for non-profit orga- to be involved in ACG Atlanta and to- Richard Lawry has now become a must panies worldwide. “Capital Connection... nizations, maintains gether we will work to make your mem- attend event for the national M&A com- Our Atlanta Chapter our strong relation- ber experience the best it can be. In the munity. Robert Owen (Tucker, Midis & boasts approximate- is just one of the ship with Junior meantime, please do not hesitate to reach Owen), Chair of this year’s Atlanta ACG ly 500 members and many opportunities Achievement, and me at gcinnamon@kilpatricktownsend. Capital Connection, and his committee continues to receive our members have conducts the ACG com or 404.815.6162 with any questions have put together another terrific event recognition as a top to network with the Cup competition you might have about ACG or any other for you. ACG chapter. In ad- ‘Who’s Who’ of the among Georgia-based matter. dition to our Capital Atlanta business and business schools. The outstanding Capital Connection we Connection, we hold Each of these efforts have planned is just one of the many monthly dinner and deal community and provides our mem- Very truly yours, opportunities our members have to net- breakfast network- beyond.” bers with additional work with the “Who’s Who” of the At- ing events where lo- networking opportu- lanta business and deal community and cal CEOs and deal-making experts share nities and ways to give back to the Atlanta Greg Cinnamon beyond. ACG (www.acg.org) is the pre- their experiences on growing businesses community. I trust that you will enjoy Partner, Kilpatrick Townsend & mier global association for profession- both organically and by acquisition. Each this year’s Capital Connection and that Stockton LLP als committed to business development June, we honor Georgia’s 40 Fastest you will find meaningful business oppor- President, ACG Atlanta and entrepreneurship, with over 14,000 Growing companies, and each September tunities during your time here. Again, members representing Fortune 1000 and we host an annual wine tasting for private many thanks to Robert and the Capital ACG ATLANTA ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT FEBRUARY 2012 3 ATLANTA CAPITAL CONNECTION® 2012 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7 FEBRUARY9:45–10:45 AM 8, 2012 11:00 AM–Noon COBB GALLERIA CENTRE · ATLANTA, GEORGIA 5:00–7:00 PM BREAKOUT SESSIONS 1 & 2 Exhibitor Reception @ Whiskey Blue (By Invitation) Noon–2:00 PM The Southeast’sLuncheon &Premier Keynote Speaker, M&A Ben Event Stein: WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8 “The State of the Economy” 7:00–7:30 AM 2:00–4:45 PM Registration for Conference Attendees REVERSE CAPITAL CONNECTION Investment Bankers become the exhibitors. 7:30–8:45 AM Private Equity Groups, CFOs, accountants, Continental Breakfast & Keynote Speaker, lawyers, and other dealmakers can visit with Neal Aronson: “The Evolution of Private Equity- investment bankers representing firms from across Strategies for Success” the United States. 9:00 AM–Noon 2:30–3:30 PM PRIVATE EQUITY MARKETPLACE 3:45–4:45 PM Opportunitites for intermediaries, CFOs, BREAKOUT SESSIONS 3 & 4 accountants, lawyers and other dealmakers to network with top equity principals who are staffing 5:00–7:00 PM the exhibit tables. Cocktail Reception SCHEDULE OF EVENTS BREAKOUT SESSIONS SESSION 1 SESSION 2 SESSION 3 SESSION 4 M&A MARKET UPDATE PRIVATE EQUITY NAVIGATING 2012 - CREDIT ALIGNING TO CREATE 9:45–10:45 AM FUND-RAISING - THE ROAD MARKET UPDATE VALUE - MANAGEMENT AHEAD 2:30–3:30 PM & PRIVATE EQUITY AS Bob Pearlman, Partner 11:00 AM–Noon PARTNERS BDO Seidman Rick Blumen, Partner 3:45–4:45 PM Moderator Bishop Leatherbury Alston + Bird LLP Managing Partner Moderator Tom Beaty, President & Chief Tatum LLC Executive Officer PANELISTS Moderator Insight Sourcing Group Andy Mason, Partner PANELISTS Moderator VRA Partners Michael Bloomenfeld PANELISTS Senior Vice President & Regional Jeff Maxwell, Managing Director - Beth Burruss Marketing Manager PANELISTS Mergers & Acquisitions Director of Investor Relations PNC Business Credit Ulrich Brechbühl Raymond James & Associates Navigation Capital Partners Chief Financial Officer Don Smith, Managing Director & Chamberlin Edmonds Todd Wade, Partner Mark Christopher Southern Group President Bryan Cave, LLP Managing Director - Investor Regions Business Capital Taylor Cole, Managing Director Relations Charterhouse Group Michael Levy, Director - The Carlyle Group Brad Marcus, Regional Vice President Merger & Acquisition Services Wells Fargo Martin Gilmore, Partner Habif, Arogeti
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