Services - Team BRS

ASSET PROTECTION

A hard look at and review of principal assets - real estate, inventories, receivables. Are these assets properly protected by insurance? How are they owned? TeamBRS™ leader separates out those core assets that must be preserved, and considers liquidation of the rest. Preservation of core resources is an important goal. (Back to top)

BANKRUPTCY COUNSELING & ADMINISTRATION

A turnaround sometimes needs the creditor protection and protection of assets afforded by one of the several bankruptcy alternatives. TeamBRS™ provides expert guidance on these options, assists with the packaging of the bankruptcy and negotiations with creditors, counsel, trustee and stockholders. (Back to top)

BOARD SERVICES

TeamBRS™ leaders may be required to fill open seats on an interim basis on a troubled company's Board. (Back to top)

BUSINESS PLAN ANALYSIS & PREPARATION

Effective turnarounds require planning. TeamBRS™ leaders work with management to develop the written plan of action including situational analysis, emergency steps and restructuring. (Back to top)

CHANGE MANAGEMENT

Employees are the key to a successful turnaround. TeamBRS™ reviews all critical aspects of the operation: financial issues, market position/structure, products, customer relationships/key accounts, sales/marketing process, IT, manufacturing (if applicable), services. This analysis becomes a key part of the Business Plan. (Back to top)

CRISIS MANAGEMENT/TRIAGE

Critical role. For clients already on the Slippery Slope, working with top management the TeamBRS™ leader steps in to stop the hemorrhaging of cash - whatever it takes. Employment agreements are also reviewed. (Back to top)

DEBT NEGOTIATION & RESTRUCTURING

Working with senior lender(s) and sub-debt holders, TeamBRS™ leader develops a set of alternative strategies including debt stretch-outs, forbearance, conversion of sub-debt to preferred equity, etc. Also examine issues like personal guarantees, providing additional collateral, etc. (Back to top)

DIP FINANCING
In a reorganization filing, interim or DIP financing is often required. TeamBRS™ leader assists in obtaining sources and negotiating for this funding. (Back to top)

EARLY WARNING CHECK UPS

TeamBRS™ provides a complete preventive audit & analysis called the at special pricing covering all aspect's of a clients business including Vision, Strategy, Products/Services, Competitive situation, Sale/Marketing, Technology, Operations & Finance. See description of by clicking on this Site. (Back to top)

EQUITY FINANCING

Analysis of capitalization. Packaging, negotiating and raising new equity or near equity. Dealing with shareholders. Locating new equity sources. Creating the "book" for the new equity raise. (Back to top)

FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESS ISSUES

There are special problems associated with family-owned businesses. TeamBRS™ leaders provide sensitive handling and timely, skilled communications in resolving these matters. (Back to top)

FINANCIAL RISK ANALYSIS & MANAGEMENT

A review of historical financial data and comparison with current and projected situation. Considers Cash Flow first including review of both aged AR and AP. Accounting procedures and safeguards are also reviewed. Calculations of break-even point and burn rate are key tasks. Meetings with senior lender (if applicable) as well as sub-debt holders. If there are high percentage equity holders, separate meetings are scheduled. New financing opportunities and liquidity improvement strategies are also examined. (Back to top)

LIQUIDATIONS

If a reorganization is not feasible, liquidation may be the best and only alternative. TeamBRS™ leaders provide sensitive handling and timely, skilled communications in resolving these matters. (Back to top)

LITIGATION SUPPORT

TeamBRS™ will seek out the most expedient and cost-effective path through the court system. We are experienced and knowledgeable in bankruptcy situations and understand the legal terminology and how to clearly explain complex issues. (Back to top)

MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS SERVICES

TeamBRS™ leader provides guidance (and negotiation) on M&A opportunities. Sale of a division or department may be the best strategy. Sale of the entire business is also a possibility. Acquisition of another business with possibility of new financing may also be an effective option. (Back to top)

MANAGEMENT CHANGES & INTERIM TOP MANAGEMENT

Selection of new top management team. TeamBRS™ leaders accept interim top management roles in the client company to insure that other managers and employees understand that Survival is the only issue, and that they are fully prepared to cooperate and comply with turnaround strategies.(Back to top)

OPERATIONS ANALYSIS & RECOMMENDATIONS

A key part of the planning process. TeamBRS™ reviews all critical aspects of the operation: financial issues, market position/structure, products, customer relationships/key accounts, sales/marketing process, IT, manufacturing (if applicable), services. This analysis becomes a key part of the Business Plan. (Back to top)

REAL ESTATE ADVISORY

Many businesses own real estate. TeamBRS™ leader works with management to develop alternatives regarding this asset. Sale of the real estate may be the best option. Sale and leaseback is another strategy to be considered. (Back to top)

TURNAROUND

In these times of climactic corporate change, we at TeamBRS™ offer a hands-on approach and effective problem solving. TeamBRS™ professionals are fully competent to handle the issues surrounding a compelling restructuring strategy. We work closely with our clients to provide real restructuring solutions that result in a healthy and successful company. (Back to top)

VALUATIONS

Key to any M&A transaction (and sometimes obtaining of new capital) is the valuation of the business. TeamBRS™ leader brings in objective valuation expert to provide independent valuation opinion. (Back to top)