Project Design
CLIENT MANDATE
Our client, CAD MicroSolutions Inc. ("CMS" or “the Company”), is a leading Canadian provider of 3D engineering and design technology, specializing in software, hardware, training, and support services for companies across the manufacturing, product design, architecture, and engineering sectors. Over its decades-long history, CMS established itself as a trusted partner for innovation and digital transformation in Canada’s engineering and manufacturing industries.
OUR M&A MANDATE
Our client had successfully captured a large portion of the Canadian market and was looking for a larger partner with the ability to help CMS continue its growth and scale. The ideal buyer would bring not only strategic alignment and operational synergies, but also the infrastructure and vision necessary to support CMS’s long-term expansion goals.
WELCH CAPITAL PARTNERS’ APPROACH
Our collaboration with CMS and in-depth market research helped us design a highly focused and competitive sale process to unlock the most value for our client. We understood that there were a limited number of large, capable buyers in the CAD reseller space. Based on this insight, we ran a tightly controlled process targeting five carefully selected strategic buyers.
By doing so, we were able to secure offers from all participants, each with unique strengths in terms of valuation and structure. This empowered CMS to select the offer that not only maximized immediate value but also provided a structure that allowed the team to benefit from future upside as the business continues to grow.
WELCH CAPITAL PARTNERS’ ADVANTAGE
Through disciplined execution and industry insight, we helped CMS attract strong interest from top-tier acquirers. Ultimately, the Company chose GoEngineer, a Court Square Capital Partners portfolio company and a North American leader in engineering solutions. This transaction positioned CMS for accelerated expansion, enhanced service capabilities, and integration into a broader technology ecosystem.
Welch Capital Partners delivered an exceptional outcome by aligning CMS with the right strategic partner and managing a seamless, value-maximizing transaction from start to finish.
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL
"Working with Welch Capital Partners as our sell-side advisor was an exceptional experience. Stephan and Muaz demonstrated unparalleled professionalism, deep M&A expertise, and a genuine commitment to our success throughout the entire process. Their strategic guidance and meticulous attention to detail ensured a seamless transaction and an outstanding outcome for GoEngineer's acquisition of CAD Micro. We couldn’t have asked for a more capable and dedicated team to represent us."
Darren Gornall, President of CAD MicroSolutions Inc., now GoEngineer
