CornerStone® Process Testimonials

"We initially contacted Jim Naleid to seek input on our exit strategy and business planning discussions here at NRC. Jim's experience and attentive response to our particular needs, as he walked NRC through the M&A process for the first time, proved invaluable. The process proved very educational for the partners at NRC due in large part to the experience and guidance of Jim. I wouldn't hesitate to call on Jim and Chesnut & Cape Capital Partners again, whenever the opportunity calls for it."

--Scott Storlid; CEO, Natural Resources Consulting, Inc.

"It is great working with Jim. He is a very results oriented person and yet very personable. I would recommend Jim to anyone considering selling a business. Jim's firm (Chesnut & Cape Capital Partners) follows a very well thought out process of selling a business from start to finish."

--Scott Luedke; Principal, Capital Valuation Services, Inc

"Having worked with Jim in varying capacities over the last 10 years, I have yet to find someone with his depth of experience. His integrity, business acumen and network are second to none. Jim's proven track record of both building businesses and bringing out the best in company's he works with speaks for itself. Anyone looking to buy/sell/merge a business in today's market environment would be doing themselves a significant disservice in doing so without first speaking to Chesnut & Cape Capital Partners."

--Jared S. Arn; Edward Jones

"Jim and his partners will bring a wealth of knowledge, compassion and understanding to your business transaction. Working with the Chesnut & Cape team will prove to be one of the most strategic and personally satisfying choices you will make when you are looking to acquire or sell a business. This team addresses every aspect of a business transaction - operations, financial, strategic planning, and is unique in helping you with the unknown emotional impact your acquisition or sale will bring to your life. When you are making this type of a life-changing decision having their expertise to guide you will offer you the peace of mind you are seeking - to know your decision is the right one!"

--Pat Mundsack; Owner, pMk Photography/The Idea Center

"The CornerStone Process took a relatively naïve business owner to a new level of understanding of how to properly appraise, market and successfully negotiate a deal that is truly right for the seller as well as the buyer."

--Marcus Montencourt; Transolutions, Inc.

"We listed the business for sale in December 2005 and by February 15th, 2006 we were at the attorney's office closing the deal. I believe if it weren't for you, I would still be out there trying to sell my business."

--Scott Ozark; Appleton Steele Container

"I want to thank you and your staff for all of the effort that was invested to complete the purchase of Bob's Homes. It is evident that everyone did a superior job because both the buyer and seller are extremely happy with the entire process."

--Dennis Shoemaker