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News Release J.H. CHAPMAN EXPANDS INTO SOUTH AMERICA CREATING NEW OPPORTUNITIES IN THE FOOD INDUSTRY J.H. Chapman Group, L.L.C., a Chicago based investment banking firm specializing in the food industry, has signed a global collaboration agreement with ONETTO Abogados, an investment-banking group based in Argentina. This collaboration will provide each firm’s clients with direct access to acquisition opportunities in each other’s major markets. From now on, J.H. Chapman Group’s targeted search clients will have direct access to the South American food companies emerging market, and will be able to benefit from local and on-site assistance and advice. The teaming of the two firms creates a strategic partnership that expands their global reach, adds a competitive advantage and increases their scope of services. J.H. Chapman Group’s U.S. and European selling clients will be exposed to a larger international network of potential acquirers, which will increase their exposure and will offer them more attractive opportunities. “Conditions in South America are set to start a growth cycle centered in the increase of exports and investments,” says Marco Galante, a principal with the Chicago based J.H. Chapman Group. “We will now provide our clients in the U.S. and in Europe with enhanced access to companies and strategic information contacts in South America. This competitive advantage will help our clients reach sound business decisions and take advantage of growth opportunities in these markets.” J.H. Chapman Group has a remarkable track record in food industry merger and acquisitions. The Group has completed more food M & A advisory transactions then any other investment banking firm. Clients include many of the largest U.S. and European food companies. This strategic collaboration creates a strong platform for companies in the food industry seeking to explore opportunities and expand in South America, while dealing with a familiar and trusted local contact. This makes J.H. Chapman’s in-house expertise available on a global scale, while extending their professional advisory services and reputation across borders. J.H. Chapman Group, with offices in the U.S. and in Paris, France, will provide coordination and counsel to clients acquiring food companies in South America. ONETTO Abogados, with a strong presence and networks in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Peru and Spain, will provide access, expertise and contacts in the Latin American growing economic environment. “We see a strong trend in M & A transactions that will require logistics, connections and business support in South America and North America”, says Marco Andre Alencar of ONETTO.
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