• Capitala Private Advisors management discussed deal structuring for independent sponsors in a “Capitala Conversations” interview.
• CEO Joe Alala III outlined steps after an LOI, including partner selection, capital raising, and building the capital stack.
• Discussion focused on balancing debt and equity, seller rollover alignment, and timing for engaging a capital advisor.
• Management addressed current market terms, investor screening factors, and near-term expectations for the lower middle market.

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