Gordon Brothers
Gordon Brothers offers comprehensive services in valuation, appraisal, disposition, financing, and investment across various industries globally, with a track record of appraising over $1 trillion in assets and deploying $2.5 billion in capital.
Services
Gordon Brothers provides a diverse range of professional services including valuation and appraisal, disposition and assets for sale, financing and investment, and brand and intellectual property. The company's offerings also cover commercial and industrial real estate, and retail. They offer customized solutions to help companies maximize assets, minimize liabilities, and extend asset life cycles with guaranteed outcomes. Additionally, Gordon Brothers uses a proprietary asset-recovery database for its valuation and appraisal services, and provides insights and predictions on industry trends.
Industries Served
Gordon Brothers serves an extensive range of industries, including aerospace and defense, agriculture, automotive, chemicals, construction, electronics and technology, energy, food and beverage, forestry products, healthcare and pharmaceuticals, machinery and equipment, metals, mining, oil and gas, plastics, printing, textiles and apparel, transportation, and waste management. Their ability to engage with such a broad array of sectors is supported by their global presence and expertise in asset management and valuation.
Global Operations
Gordon Brothers operates in over 50 countries, supported by a workforce of over 700 experienced professionals. The company has 30 offices globally and has appraised over $1 trillion in assets while selling over $150 billion in assets. Their extensive international footprint allows them to support complex, multi-national projects with tailored solutions. These operations include providing working capital, asset recovery, and customized financings that help businesses thrive.
Financing and Investment Examples
Among its notable financing and investment activities, Gordon Brothers provided a $13 million term loan to support Moda Operandi, and a $32.5 million financing secured by unencumbered intellectual property to meet Brooks Brothers' liquidity needs. They have also extended a $30 million term loan to Schuff International, secured by real estate holdings, machinery, and equipment. Additionally, they have invested in the conversion of a building for life sciences uses during an 18-month holding period.
Notable Projects and Engagements
Gordon Brothers has completed numerous significant projects, such as supporting the store closure program of Robinsons, a Singaporean retailer, and acquiring the brand and intellectual property of Laura Ashley to support its relaunch. They have also provided equipment valuation for Sphere Healthcare, assisted with a pan-European store rationalization for Bonita, and monetized A$9 million in inventory while protecting the brand for Jeanswest. Furthermore, the company has significant involvement in sectors like metals, grocery, mining, and energy, with thousands of valuation and engagement projects completed.