Calabrese Consulting LLC

We are proud to congratulate our client, Western Acquisition Ventures Corp. (WAVS) on completing its #merger with Cycurion, Inc., a leader in cybersecurity solutions. The transaction, valued at $95.7 million, officially closed on February 14, 2025, resulting in the formation of the newly merged entity, Cycurion, Inc., which will continue to lead in the cybersecurity space. ? This reverse merger transaction represents an exciting opportunity for Western Acquisition Ventures Corp. and its shareholders as Cycurion, a leader in cybersecurity solutions, steps into the public market. The combined company will be poised for further growth, continuing to innovate and lead in the cybersecurity space. ? A special acknowledgment to Emmit McHenry, CEO of Cycurion, and Kevin Kelly, CEO of WAVS, for their visionary leadership in bringing this deal to fruition. ? We also extend our gratitude to the legal teams: Randolf W. Katz of Clark Hill Law LLP, serving as legal advisor to Cycurion, and Joseph Galda of J.P. Galda & Co., serving as legal advisor to WAVS, for their expert counsel in navigating this important transaction. ? https://lnkd.in/eePwKvrg ? #calabrese #calabreseconsulting Calabrese Consulting LLC

Congratulations to Calabrese Consulting LLC client, PowerUp Acquisition Corp. (PWUP) on the successful approval of its merger with Aspire Biopharma ? We are excited to celebrate PowerUp Acquisition Corp.'s approval of its merger with Aspire Biopharma Inc., a leader in the pharmaceutical industry. The business combination officially closed on February 14, 2025, creating the new entity Aspire Biopharma Holdings, Inc. The combined company will now be trading on Nasdaq under the ticker symbols "ASBP" for common stock and "ASBPW" for public warrants. ? A special acknowledgment to Surendra Ajjarapu, CEO of PowerUp Acquisition Corp., for his leadership in driving this transformative deal forward. ? We also extend our gratitude to the legal teams: Dykema Gossett, PLLC, serving as legal counsel to PowerUp Acquisition Corp., and Sichenzia Ross Ference Carmel LLP, serving as legal counsel to Aspire Biopharma, for their expert counsel in navigating this important transaction. ? We look forward to the continued growth and success of the new company.? ? https://lnkd.in/e4tnNjUy ? #MergersAndAcquisitions #Pharma #SPAC #PowerUpAcquisition

Congratulations to Calabrese Consulting LLC client, ShoulderUp Technology Acquisition Corp. (SUAC), on the successful approval of its business combination with SEE ID! ? The shareholders of SUAC voted in favor of the acquisition of SEE ID, a leading asset intelligence technology firm, at the meeting on February 6, 2025. ? We extend our special acknowledgment to Phyllis Newhouse, CEO of ShoulderUp Technology Acquisition Corp., for her visionary leadership in bringing this deal to fruition. ? https://lnkd.in/ehfHaphx ? #calabrese

We are proud to congratulate our client, FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. (FLDD) on completing its merger with Fold, Inc., a pioneering bitcoin financial services company. The transaction, valued at $380 million, officially closed on February 14, 2025. ? This reverse merger transaction represents an exciting opportunity for FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. and its shareholders as Fold steps into the public market. The combined company will be poised for further growth, continuing to innovate and lead in the bitcoin financial services space. ? A special acknowledgment to Will Reeves, CEO of Fold, and Brace Young, CEO of FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp., for their visionary leadership in bringing this deal to fruition. ? We also extend our gratitude to the legal teams: Latham & Watkins LLP, serving as legal advisor to Fold, and Stevens & Lee PC, serving as legal advisor to FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp., for their expert counsel in navigating this important transaction. ? https://lnkd.in/eSiA8b5j. ? #calabrese Calabrese Consulting LLC

Congratulations to our client, Archimedes Tech SPAC Partners II Co. (ATII), on the successful closing of its $230 million initial public offering. ? Special thanks to Long Long, CEO of Archimedes Tech SPAC Partners II Co., and to the team at BTIG, LLC, serving as the sole book-running manager for the offering. ? We look forward to the next steps as Archimedes Tech SPAC Partners II Co. continues its search for technology-focused business opportunities in the artificial intelligence, cloud services, and automotive technology sectors. ? https://lnkd.in/gH4UEqDH ? #calabrese #calabreseconsulting #IPO Calabrese Consulting LLC

Congratulations?to?our?client,?Artius?II?Acquisition?Inc.,?on?the?successful pricing?of?its?$200?million?initial?public?offering ? Congratulations?to?Boon?Sim,?Managing?Partner?of?Artius?Capital?Partners?LLC,?for?leading?this?exciting?milestone.?We?also?acknowledge?Santander?US?Capital Markets?LLC,?serving?as?sole?book-running?manager?for?this?successful?offering. ? We?look?forward?to?the?future?growth?and?exciting?opportunities?that?lie?aheadfor?Artius?II?Acquisition?Inc.?as?it?seeks?to?identify?and?merge?with?innovativetechnology-enabled?businesses. ? https://lnkd.in/eBe_m_yK ? #calabrese?#calabreseconsulting?#IPO Calabrese Consulting LLC

Congratulations to our client, Harvard Ave Acquisition (HAVAU), on filing for a $250 million IPO ? Harvard Ave Acquisition, led by CEO Sung Hyuk Lee and CFO Hoon Ji Choi, has filed to raise up to $250 million by offering 25 million units at $10 each. The units will trade on Nasdaq under the symbol HAVAU. ? Additionally, thanks to D. Boral Capital, serving as the sole bookrunner, for their expertise and support in this IPO. ? https://lnkd.in/ezD23YJX ? #SPAC #IPO #HarvardAveAcquisition #PlutusPartners #Nasdaq #BusinessGrowth Calabrese Consulting LLC

Nabors Energy Transition Corp. II Merges with e2Companies ? Calabrese Consulting LLC congratulates our client Nabors Energy Transition Corp. II (NETD) on their definitive business combination with e2Companies, a leader in integrated power solutions and the creator of the energy industry’s first Virtual Utility?. ? We extend our congratulations to James Richmond, CEO of e2Companies, and Anthony Petrello, Chairman and CEO of Nabors Industries, for their leadership and vision in advancing energy solutions and accelerating e2’s growth in the public markets. ? Special thanks to Vinson & Elkins LLP, acting as legal advisor to NETD, Haynes and Boone, LLP, acting as legal advisor to e2, and Milbank LLP, acting as legal advisor to Nabors. ? We look forward to the continued success of this strategic merger and its transformative impact on the energy industry. ? https://lnkd.in/eqbVU47j ? #NaborsEnergyTransition #e2Companies #VUTL #SPAC #EnergyInnovation #SustainableEnergy #CalabreseConsulting

Congratulations?to Global Star Acquisition Inc. (#NASDAQ: #GLST)?on securing $4.5 million in PIPE financing?as it moves forward with its business combination with K Enter Holdings Inc..? ? This strategic investment provides additional capital to support the transaction, further strengthening Global Star’s position as it transitions into K Wave Media Ltd. ? Led by CEO Anthony Wang, this SPAC is focused on acquiring high-growth businesses.?? ? We look forward to supporting Global Star as they navigate their next steps in the public markets. ? https://lnkd.in/eKvxpmmp ? #CalabreseConsulting #GlobalStarAcquisition #SPAC #PIPEFinancing #NASDAQ #CapitalMarkets #MergersAndAcquisitions

Congratulations to our client Rithm Acquisition, a SPAC formed by Rithm Capital, on filing for its $200 million Initial Public Offering! ? Led by CEO and Chairman Michael Nierenberg?and CFO Varun Wadhawan, Rithm Acquisition is focused on identifying high-growth opportunities in the financial services and real estate sectors, with a potential emphasis on digital infrastructure and technology convergence. ? We recognize Citi, BTIG, and UBS Investment Bank?for serving as joint bookrunners on the offering and we?look forward to supporting Rithm Acquisition?as it progresses in the public markets. ? https://lnkd.in/eibNDSFg ? #CalabreseConsulting #RithmAcquisition #SPAC #IPO #CapitalMarkets #NYSE #RealEstate #FinancialServices #InvestmentOpportunities