In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Michael, Mills and Bill discuss an acquisition opportunity known as "Project Castle." The company being divested, is a manufacturing division with $29.6 million in revenue and $3.5 million in EBITDA. They specialize in contract manufacturing for various industries. The parent company is relocating its operations. The division has experienced leadership and a diverse customer base. However, there are challenges with replacing certain functions like HR and IT. The hosts explore potential buyer profiles, including private equity firms, strategic buyers, or even executives from within the division. They also discuss the complexities of carve-out deals and the importance of understanding hidden costs and dependencies. Despite these considerations, the hosts find the opportunity promising due to Castle's stable revenue and growth potential.Thanks to this week's sponsor:CloudBookkeeping offers adaptable solutions to businesses that want to focus on growth with a “client service first” approach. They offer a full suite of accounting services, including sophisticated reporting, QuickBooks software solutions, and full-service payroll options. Do you love Acquanon and want to see our smiling faces? Subscribe to our Youtube channel. Do you enjoy our content? Rate our show! Follow us on Twitter @acquanon Learnings about small business acquisitions and operations.