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Steve Jacobs

President

Steve, President and Co-Founder of BCC Advisers, Steve specializes in merger and acquisition services, assisting shareholders and managers in identifying and accomplishing ownership transfer, business acquisition, corporate finance, and business planning objectives. With more than 50 years of experience in the financial services industry, Steve has extensive experience structuring and negotiating transactions and advising companies on financial matters. He works with business owners in a variety of industries and markets worldwide. Steve serves as a board member of Employers Mutual Casualty Insurance Company, president and board member of the Iowa Scottish Rite Masonic Foundation, and board member of the UCC Endowment. He is an active member of Plymouth Congregational Church, co-founder of the Transition-Into-Ministry program, and member of multiple nonprofit and service organizations. Steve earned his B.S. and M.B.A. from Drake University and is a licensed real estate broker in Iowa and Missouri.

Based: United States of America, Americas
Member since: September 2012
Phone: +1 515 480-8451
Email: steve@bccadvisers.com
Website: bccadvisers.com

Steve Jacobs’s Deals

Sell-side advisory

RMH Systems partnered with Rotunda Capital Partners.

Adviser: BCC Advisers
Where: United States of America
Year: 2025

Rotunda Capital Partners has invested in RMH Systems, a premier provider of material handling, packaging, and automation solutions. The partnership—formed in collaboration with the Howard family and existing leadership—positions RMH for accelerated growth and expanded market reach. Founded in 1936 and headquartered in Waukee, Iowa, RMH Systems is a third-generation, family-owned business offering end-to-end solutions in material handling, packaging equipment and consumables, robotics, and related MRO services. Operating from eight strategic locations across the Midwest, RMH has a strong reputation for delivering innovative, customer-centric solutions across a broad range of industries.

Buy-side advisory

MH Equipment acquired Armor Equipment.

Adviser: BCC Advisers
Where: United States of America
Year: 2023

Buy-side advisory

BMJ15 Holdings/Greg Jacobs acquired SpeedPro - Des Moines.

Adviser: BCC Advisers
Where: United States of America
Year: 2023

Buy-side advisory

MH Equipment acquired Mid-Iowa Solid Waste Equipment Co., Inc.

Adviser: BCC Advisers
Where: United States of America
Year: 2023

Sell-side advisory

Great Escape was acquired by Bowlero.

Adviser: BCC Advisers
Where: United States of America
Year: 2022

Buy-side advisory

Commonwealth Electric Company of the Midwest acquired Rydalch Electric.

Adviser: BCC Advisers
Where: United States of America
Year: 2022

Established in 1987, Commonwealth Electric Company of the Midwest (CECM) is a union provider of large and small-scale commercial and industrial electrical work, service, design-build assist, and pre-fabrication services. It became an employee-owned company (ESOP) in 2017 and has now grown to include 12 locations across Iowa, Nebraska, Arizona, and Utah. CECM acquired Rydalch Electric in Salt Lake City to expand its geographic reach in a fast-growing metro area in which it had existing client relationships.

Sell-side advisory

Jensen Builders Ltd. was sold to Jensen ESOP.

Adviser: BCC Advisers
Where: United States of America
Year: 2022

BCC Advisers leveraged its extensive ESOP (employee stock ownership plan) experience to facilitate the sale of Jensen Builders Ltd. by its management to a newly constructed ESOP. The owners provided 100% seller financing after evaluating 3rd party debt options. BCC assisted management in the preparation of financial forecasts, and negotiated the valuation, structure, and other transaction terms with the ESOP trustee on behalf of the owners. Jensen Builders is a full-service Design-Build general contractor specializing in masonry, concrete, wood, and steel buildings in the state of Iowa. Jensen serves a wide variety of commercial & agricultural construction clients including senior and assisted living facilities, healthcare facilities, office buildings, retail centers, restaurants, fast food facilities, school buildings, and grain handling and storage projects.

Buy-side advisory

Murphy Tower Service acquired East River Tower.

Adviser: BCC Advisers
Where: United States of America
Year: 2021

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Kyle Larson RoleVice President FirmBCC Advisers Kyle joined BCC Advisers’ investment banking team in 2014 and is a shareholder of the firm. View profile

Tom Cavanagh RoleVice President FirmBCC Advisers Tom specializes in assisting business owners and managers in identifying and accomplishing their business transfer goals. View profile

Lisa Chavez RoleMarketing Administrator FirmBCC Advisers Lisa is primarily responsible for coordinating and executing marketing activities for BCC Advisers, as well as affiliate Iowa Appraisal. View profile

Laura Reynolds RoleAccountant & Technology Coordinator FirmBCC Advisers Laura is responsible for the day-to-day accounting activities for BCC Advisers and affiliate, Iowa Appraisal, in addition to coordinating the information technology needs for both firms. View profile

Sam Irwin RoleAssociate FirmBCC Advisers Sam joined BCC’s M&A team in 2023 and is responsible for gathering and analyzing data pertinent to supporting the development of merger and acquisition intelligence. View profile

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