Alliance Provides Opportunities in South America

Onetto Abogados, an investment banking group based in Buenos Aires, and the J.H. Chapman Group, L.L.C. have a global collaboration agreement which provides each firm's clients with direct access to acquisition opportunities in each other's major markets. Chapman's targeted search clients have direct access to the South American food companies emerging market, and are able to benefit from local and on-site assistance and advice.  This strategic cooperation expands the global reach of both firms, adds a competitive advantage, increases their scope of services and creates a larger international network of potential acquirers which increases their exposure and offers more attractive opportunities.  The collaboration builds a strong platform for companies in the food industry seeking to explore opportunities and to expand in South America, while dealing with a familiar and trusted local contact, making expertise available on a global scale, by extending professional advisory services and reputation across borders. Chapman provides coordination and counsel to clients acquiring food companies in South America.  Onetto, with a strong presence and networks in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Peru and Spain, provides access, expertise and contacts in the Latin American growing economic environment. Please review their website at www.ONETTOAbogados.com.

Expanded Market Participation in Health Foods and Ingredient Sectors

J.H. Chapman Group, L.L.C. has entered into a collaboration agreement with Health Business Partners, LLC, an investment banking group focused on the organic, functional food and supplement sectors.

This affiliation provides J.H. Chapman Group’s clients direct access to greater opportunities in more market segments and with increased support services, particularly in market research. 

The affiliation with Health Business Partners creates a strategic relationship that reflects an important developing trend of the "fusion" of the food, functional food, and supplement market sectors. It also expands the market reach and the scope of services of the J.H. Chapman Group in North and South America and Western Europe. Please review their website at www.healthbusiness.com.

Marco V. Galante, Principal, J.H. Chapman Group, would be pleased to respond to questions concerning this announcement (773-693-4800; mgalante@jhchapman.com).