Magnet Communications

Magnet Communications
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  • Client:Magnet Communications
  • Info:provided advisory services and a fairness opinion regarding the sale of the company to Digital Insight (NASDAQ: DGIN)
  • The Board interviewed a number of investment banks, but we were most comfortable with Brookwood's extensive experience with fairness opinions. Brookwood helped us understand the value of the transaction we were considering -- and met the very demanding time schedule.
    Kenneth Kehrer, PhD - Chairman, Special Committee, Magnet Communications

A leading provider of web-based cash management and business banking solutions for financial institutions, venture capital firms and major banks own the company.

Engagement Goals

A Special Committee of the Board of Directors of Magnet Communications was charged with evaluating a prospective sale.

Engagement Process and Outcomes

The Assignment – Brookwood was hired by the Special Committee of the Board of Directors to advise the Committee regarding a potential acquisition.

Brookwood’s Role – In this transaction, Brookwood advised the Special Committee regarding the decision to sell at that time, plus the process for finding a buyer. Brookwood issued a fairness opinion that was included in the proxy materials.

The Result – Magnet entered into a cash and stock merger agreement with a publicly-traded financial technology firm.