Tonka Bay Equity Partners

??? New Podcast Episode! Host Leah Berend, CPA welcomes Craig Bunker of Tonka Bay Equity Partners to The Future of Private Equity Podcast! Craig, a former pro lacrosse player turned private equity leader with 7+ years of experience, dives into: ??How competitive sports shaped his drive and work ethic. ??Why Tonka Bay takes a more active role in portfolio companies—and the impact on growth. ??Balancing guidance with company autonomy for lasting success. ??Key trends shaping private equity’s future and how to measure value beyond financial metrics. ??What entrepreneurs should look for when partnering with private equity. This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, investors, and private equity enthusiasts! ?? Listen now with the link in the comments! #PrivateEquity #Podcast #Leadership #Entrepreneurship

This morning’s first general session at Winter Conference 2025 tackled a critical topic in the M&A process—Pre-LOI Due Diligence Essentials. Our expert panelists— Lindsey M. Wendler, Joe Basilico, Jeffrey Michelson, Robert Schroeder, and Craig Bunker—delivered invaluable insights into the strategies, challenges, and best practices for conducting due diligence before formal commitments are made. The session provided attendees with a deeper understanding of this vital step in the deal process and actionable takeaways to ensure success. A huge thank you to our panelists for sharing their expertise and to our audience for engaging in this essential conversation! #WinterConference #Mergers #Acquisitions #AMAA

Join FEI Twin Cities and PDA Minnesota Chapter for this popular professional development session to stay current on capital markets and M&A. Topics will include challenges and opportunities in the M&A market, how and where deals are sourced, financing options and what sellers and buyers are looking for in a deal and the latest update on key deal doc. 3 Sessions, 4 CPE Credits available. Moderator: Joe Housman Panelists: Jared Brown, Sima Griffith, Justin Jovle, Kam Kielhorn, Kevin O’Neill, Shane Slominski, Jay Trumbower, MBA, CPA, Nate Pearson Register here: https://lnkd.in/gYVVXiCW #CFO #Finance #FinancialLeaders #FEI #FEITwinCities #CapitalMarkets #M&A

ACG Minnesota proudly announces the launch of its newest program, Rising Stars, designed to cultivate the next generation of leaders in corporate growth, corporate development, and mergers & acquisitions. In partnership with Dorsey & Whitney LLP, Eide Bailly LLP, Fredrikson & Byron, P.A., Northborne Partners, and Growth Operators, this program represents a significant step in ACG Minnesota’s commitment to nurturing early-career professionals. ? The inaugural 2025 class of Rising Stars is composed of 21 outstanding individuals selected from a competitive pool of nominees. These professionals, representing a diverse array of disciplines within the M&A ecosystem, will participate in a robust series of professional development sessions aimed at enhancing their skills, expanding their networks, and driving future growth. ? ACG Minnesota 2025 Rising Stars Class: Bailey DeMets – Norwest Equity Partners (NEP) Ben Ikeda – Brass Ring Capital, Inc. Chris Klotsche – Northbourne Partners Jack Cottrell, CPA – RSM US LLP James Inman – Wipfli Corporate Finance Advisors, LLC Jessica Swanson – Ballard Spahr LLP Joe Morris – Medallion Capital John Jorgenson – Dorsey & Whitney, LLP JT Paine, CFA – AlTi Tiedemann Global Kate Woodcock – BDO Lynn Astrup – Vermilion Group Nathan Gajewski – True North M&A Quinn Schoenfelder – Pioneer Management Consulting Robert Vaupel – Eide Bailly LLP Roxanne Thorelli – Fredrikson Seth Vogelsang, MBA – Bridgewater Bank Taylor Hansen – RSM US LLP Thomas Cravens – PNC Tom Hansen, CFA – Quazar Capital William Borwege – Norwest Equity Partners Zach Huston – Tonka Bay Equity Partners ? “The Rising Stars program is another great example of ACG Minnesota’s mission to foster leadership and growth within the M&A community,” said Cameron Wood, Board Member and Chair of Young Professionals at ACG Minnesota. “We are thrilled to recognize this exceptional group of professionals and look forward to seeing how they shape the future of our industry.” ? For more information on the Rising Stars program, visit https://lnkd.in/gcxntwx2.