Investment Banking
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Robert Schipper
- Managing Director, Head of Investment Banking
- robert.schipper@53.com
Investment Banking Services
Fifth Third’s investment banking services help clients understand the evolving complexities of industry and capital market trends. We work with clients to drive growth and value through mergers & acquisitions advisory (M&A) and other capital solutions.
- Strong strategic advisory and M&A execution capabilities
- Focused alignment with middle-market and mid-cap companies
- In-depth industry expertise
Transaction Highlights
Our experienced Capital Markets team has completed a broad range of transactions across industries. See how our solutions have helped clients reach their goals.
Industry Focus
Your industry is unique, and your financial solutions should be, too. Learn more about how our bankers offer unique solutions and expertise to a range of industries.
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Advisory Expertise
Our Investment Banking group excels in both M&A strategy and execution and has uniquely aligned our services to the needs of middle market and mid-cap companies. We offer a range of M&A services including sell-side, buy-side, and capital raising.
Strategic Alternatives Advice
Navigating a business event such as a sale or recapitalization is highly complex and variable. Our team works diligently with business owners to evaluate their objectives and create a customized process to achieve their goals. Whether you are looking to expand your business or pursue an exit strategy, our expert investment bankers are ready to help create value.
Industry Specialization
Our team has deep industry knowledge complementing our proven execution experience. This knowledge is critical to understanding the fundamentals, trends, and competitive factors that will drive future value and create the best outcomes for you.
Recent Transactions
Maverick Fitness Holdings, LLC
Fifth Third Capital Markets Role: Exclusive Financial Advisor
Transaction Type: M&A Advisory
Industry: Consumer & Retail
JK&T Wings, Inc.
Fifth Third Capital Markets Role: Exclusive Financial Advisor
Transaction Type: M&A
Industry: Consumer & Retail
MBB Radiology
Coker Capital Securities, LLC Role: Exclusive Financial Advisor
Transaction Type: M&A Advisory
Industry: Healthcare
Beacon Orthopedics
Fifth Third Capital Markets Role: Exclusive Financial Advisor
Transaction Type: M&A
Industry: Healthcare
Empower Energies
Fifth Third Capital Markets Role: Financial Advisor
Transaction Type: M&A Advisory
Industry: Renewable Energy
Certified Oil Company, Inc.
Fifth Third Capital Markets Role: Exclusive Financial Advisor
Transaction Type: M&A
Industry: Downstream Petroleum
Magna Legal Services, LLC
Fifth Third Capital Markets Role: Exclusive Financial Advisor
Transaction Type: M&A Sellside
Industry: Business and Tech-Enabled Services
Auto-Vehicle Parts Co.
Fifth Third Capital Markets Role: Exclusive Financial Advisor
Transaction Type: M&A
Industry: Diversified Industrials
*Executed by Fifth Third Securities, Inc.
**Executed by H2C Securities Inc.
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