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Yahoo
3 days ago
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Ziegler Cat hosts Cat Operator Challenge in Sioux City
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — Ziegler Cat in Sioux City held one of three local operator challenge events in the search for the best equipment operator. Competitors were given three events to challenge their skills of balancing, adjusting, and driving. A spokesperson from Ziegler said this a great way to let local operator show off their talents. 'It's great. It's fun. It's fun to see local people come out and show showcase their talents, and it's something that people drive past every day but don't necessarily appreciate. So the fact that we can put this on for them is great, and today is an opportunity to celebrate them and their skill sets in operating,' said Digital Marketing Manager Bryant Johnson. One of those operators participating in the event is Kait Burds, who competed at regionals a couple years ago. While she will be competing to beat her previous performances and competitors, she says that it's just a great way to show off their skills. 'You're going to see some experienced people make mistakes. They're going to see some laughs. They'll probably see some things that look super easy, and they don't understand the level of difficulty that comes through it, but they're going to see us in our element. And a lot of times, when we're tucked away on the job, not a lot of people get to see us, and we don't really get to show off, so this is kind of a really good opportunity for that,' explained Competitor Kait Burds. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place and each participant also will receive a Ziegler merchandise gift card. An overall winner will be selected after the two other local events are held in June and July. That winner will be nominated to participate in the Caterpillar Regional Operator Challenge to compete for an opportunity to participate in the Caterpillar Global Operator Challenge finals at Conexpo in 2026 in Las Vegas. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
4 days ago
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Ziegler Closes $39,240,000 Tax-Exempt Bonds for Bethesda Senior Living Communities
CHICAGO, May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ziegler is pleased to announce the successful closing of Bethesda Senior Living Communities (BSLC) $39,240,000 Series 2025 Tax-Exempt Bonds for the Senior Living Finance Practice. The Bonds were issued through the Colorado Health Facilities Authority. Ziegler is pleased to announce the successful closing of Bethesda Senior Living Communities (BSLC) $39,240,000 Series 2025 Tax-Exempt Bonds for the Senior Living Finance Practice. The Bonds were issued through the Colorado Health Facilities Authority. Bethesda Senior Living Communities ("BSLC") and its parent, Bethesda Foundation, own, operate and manage 20 senior living communities located in the states of Arizona, Colorado, Missouri, Nebraska and Texas. BSLC is ranked #29 on the 2024 LeadingAge Ziegler 200 listing of America's largest senior living providers. As of December 31, 2024, BSLC owned or managed 593 ILUs, 1,359 ALUs, and 282 Memory Care units, for a total of 2,234. Bethesda Foundation is a faith-based 501(c)(3) corporation based in Colorado Springs, CO. Its roots in senior living and charitable giving date back to 1959. BSLC and the Bethesda Foundation specialize in middle income rental housing and services for assisted living and memory care residents. BSLC and the Bethesda Foundation also serve independent living residents, primarily through the communities they manage (but do not own) in Arizona. The proceeds of the bonds will be used to finance expansions at three locations, which will add 91 memory care units and convert certain units from memory care to assisted living. The Series 2025 Bonds are rated "BBB" (Stable Outlook) by Standard & Poor's. This rating level was a two-notch upgrade to the prior rating of BB+. BSLC's Series 2018A Bonds, which are senior to the Series 2025 Bonds, were also upgraded two notches to "BBB+". Investor reception to the issue was strong, despite market uncertainty and volatility at the time of pricing. In connection with the financing, BSLC elected to add its Phoenix campus to the BSLC Obligated Group, which contributed to the rating upgrade and investor interest in the offering. Ziegler's Will Carney, Managing Director and Senior Investment Banker to BSLC said "Bethesda and Ziegler have had a strong relationship and mutual commitment to nonprofit senior living since the 1990s. It is a great honor to continue to serve an organization that is so focused on its mission and excellence in the care of seniors. Ziegler was very pleased to facilitate BSLC's new project financing using fixed rate bonds. We welcomed the opportunity to help investors refamiliarize themselves with the great work of BSLC given the seven years that have passed since their last financing in 2018". Nathan Merrill, Chief Financial Officer of BSLC, commented, "Bethesda Senior Living has long respected and valued Ziegler's expertise supporting the non-profit senior living sector. We are thrilled that this financing enables us to serve more residents with memory care services, in more of our markets, than ever before. We appreciate the Ziegler team advising us on all aspects of the financing process and guiding us to a successful offering." Ziegler is the nation's leading underwriter of financing for not-for-profit senior living providers. Ziegler offers creative, tailored solutions to its senior living clientele, including investment banking, financial risk management, merger and acquisition services, seed capital, FHA/HUD, capital and strategic planning as well as senior living research, education, and communication. For more information about Ziegler, please visit us at About Ziegler: Ziegler is a privately held, national boutique investment bank, capital markets and proprietary investments firm. It has a unique focus on healthcare, senior living and education sectors, as well as general municipal and structured finance. Headquartered in Chicago with regional and branch offices throughout the U.S., Ziegler provides its clients with capital raising, strategic advisory services, fixed income sales, underwriting and trading as well as Ziegler Credit, Surveillance and Analytics. To learn more, visit Certain comments in this news release represent forward-looking statements made pursuant to the provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. This client's experience may not be representative of the experience of other clients, nor is it indicative of future performance or success. The forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, in particular, the overall financial health of the securities industry, the strength of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy and the municipal securities marketplace, the ability of the Company to underwrite and distribute securities, the market value of mutual fund portfolios and separate account portfolios advised by the Company, the volume of sales by its retail brokers, the outcome of pending litigation, and the ability to attract and retain qualified employees. Media Contact Christine McCarty, Ziegler, 3125961617, cmccarty@ View original content: SOURCE Ziegler Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
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5 days ago
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Ziegler Advises Integrated Medical Services On Partnership with Privia Health Group
Ziegler, a specialty investment bank, is pleased to announce its role as exclusive financial advisor to Integrated Medical Services (IMS) on a partnership with Privia Health Group. CHICAGO, May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ziegler, a specialty investment bank, is pleased to announce its role as exclusive financial advisor to Integrated Medical Services (IMS) on a partnership with Privia Health Group. IMS is one of the largest, independent multi-specialty practices in Arizona, with approximately 70 physicians and advanced practice providers caring for patients in 21 locations across the Phoenix market. The group manages over 28,000 attributed lives in a variety of value-based care arrangements across Commercial, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid. IMS is partnering with Privia Health to execute on a shared vision to build a scaled private practice provider network in Arizona. With this transaction, IMS will serve as the anchor practice for Privia Medical Group—Arizona and will continue to be physician-owned and operate with significant clinical autonomy. Privia Health is one of the largest physician enablement companies in the United States with a presence in 15 states and the District of Columbia and is now providing a compelling new alternative for independent providers across the state of Arizona to care for all patients regardless of the reimbursement model. "Ziegler was a trusted partner and advisor during the entire process. Their experience and market knowledge were invaluable and allowed us to have an in-depth understanding of the transaction process, and most importantly, to achieve our desired results. The Ziegler team's guidance and thoughtful approach delivered a highly successful outcome and best positioned our group for continued growth. We were able to identify an exceptional partner in Privia, an organization that shares our group's values and mission to transform healthcare delivery," stated Riyaz Sumar, MD, President of IMS. "IMS has established itself as a high-performing physician group that is differentiated by its collaborative delivery of multi-specialty care. This partnership with Privia Health will expand access to best-in-class resources and expertise to further enhance IMS' success in advanced care models, as well as continue to demonstrate the benefits of physician leadership and clinical autonomy to drive independent practice growth," added Drew Braucht, Director in Ziegler's Healthcare Investment Banking practice. Ziegler's Healthcare Investment Banking team is focused on delivering best-in-class advisory and financing solutions for companies and organizations across the healthcare industry. In our core practice areas of healthcare services, information technology, hospitals, and senior living, Ziegler is one of the most active M&A firms offering differentiated sell-side, buy-side, recapitalization/restructuring, equity private placement, and strategic partnering services. For more information about Ziegler, please visit us at About Ziegler: Ziegler is a privately held investment bank, capital markets, and proprietary investments firm. Specializing in the healthcare, senior living and education sectors, as well as general municipal and structured finance, enables Ziegler to generate a positive impact on the clients and communities it serves. Headquartered in Chicago with regional and branch offices throughout the United States, Ziegler provides its clients with capital raising, strategic advisory services, equity and fixed income sales & trading and research. To learn more, visit Certain comments in this news release represent forward-looking statements made pursuant to the provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. This client's experience may not be representative of the experience of other clients, nor is it indicative of future performance or success. The forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, in particular, the overall financial health of the securities industry, the strength of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy and the municipal securities marketplace, the ability of the Company to underwrite and distribute securities, the market value of mutual fund portfolios and separate account portfolios advised by the Company, the volume of sales by its retail brokers, the outcome of pending litigation, and the ability to attract and retain qualified employees. Media Contact Christine McCarty, Ziegler, 3125961617, cmccarty@ View original content: SOURCE Ziegler
Yahoo
6 days ago
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Ziegler Advises on Sale of St. Paul's Plaza Senior Living Community in the San Diego MSA
CHICAGO, May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ziegler, a specialty investment bank, is pleased to announce its role as the exclusive financial advisor in the successful sale of St. Paul's Plaza, a 155-unit senior living community located in Chula Vista, California. The transaction occurred on May 1, 2025, with the property being acquired by IRA Capital, a Southern California based private equity company. The seller was St. Paul's Senior Services, a nonprofit organization. Integral Senior Living assumed management of St. Paul's Plaza on behalf of IRA Capital at closing, marking a new chapter for the community and its residents. IRA will be investing significant capital into the community to enhance the residents' quality of life through common area renovations, increased activities and programming, and improving the dining experience. Ziegler leveraged its deep sector expertise to facilitate negotiations, conduct due diligence, and ensure a smooth closing that met the needs of both seller and buyer. "I am very impressed by the commitment and professionalism shown by the IRA Capital team during this transaction. They understood the unique desires of the not-for-profit seller and demonstrated the ability to carry forward St. Paul's contribution of fostering a compassionate and life-enriching environment for its residents," stated Humair Sabir, Managing Director at Ziegler, who also led the advisory team. St. Paul's Plaza, a well-established senior living community, presents an exciting opportunity for IRA Capital. "It was a pleasure to work with the St. Paul's organization and Ziegler on a smooth transition. It was clear there was full alignment from all sides on prioritizing resident needs and we look forward to continuing honoring St. Paul's legacy," added Azhar Jameeli, Managing Director at IRA Capital. The sale was a part of St. Paul's strategic focus on expansion and innovation in PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) as well as more affordable senior housing and healthcare solutions. "In addition to the services we provide today, St. Paul's is committed to addressing the growing needs of the 'hidden middle' — seniors who would do not qualify for subsidized care, but don't have enough to afford traditional senior housing and healthcare," stated Sophia Lukas, Chief Operating Officer at St. Paul's Senior Services. Lukas continued, "The sale allows us to refocus on St. Paul's original mission and vision of providing affordable and accessible solutions for seniors with modest financial circumstances." Ziegler's Senior Housing & Care Finance Practice is dedicated to delivering best-in-class advisory and financing solutions for companies and organizations across the healthcare industry. In our core practice areas — healthcare services, information technology, hospitals, and senior living. Ziegler is one of the most active M&A firms, offering innovative sell-side, buy-side, recapitalization / restructuring, equity private placement, and strategic partnering services. For more information about Ziegler, please visit us at About Ziegler: Ziegler is a privately held, national boutique investment bank, capital markets and proprietary investments firm. It has a unique focus on healthcare, senior living and education sectors, as well as general municipal and structured finance. Headquartered in Chicago with regional and branch offices throughout the U.S., Ziegler provides its clients with capital raising, strategic advisory services, fixed income sales, underwriting and trading as well as Ziegler Credit, Surveillance and Analytics. To learn more, visit Certain comments in this news release represent forward-looking statements made pursuant to the provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. This client's experience may not be representative of the experience of other clients, nor is it indicative of future performance or success. The forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, in particular, the overall financial health of the securities industry, the strength of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy and the municipal securities marketplace, the ability of the Company to underwrite and distribute securities, the market value of mutual fund portfolios and separate account portfolios advised by the Company, the volume of sales by its retail brokers, the outcome of pending litigation, and the ability to attract and retain qualified employees. Media Contact Christine McCarty, Ziegler, 3125961617, cmccarty@ View original content: SOURCE Ziegler Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Los Angeles Times
23-05-2025
- Health
- Los Angeles Times
Apodaca: Remembering those who didn't make it home
Vietnam, 1969. Wallace 'Wally' Ziegler was on his first patrol as an Army medic when his platoon was ambushed. Two soldiers were grievously wounded. Ziegler didn't hesitate. As he worked to stabilize a soldier with a sucking chest wound from a bullet to the lungs, and a jaw that was broken in half, he recalled his extensive medical training. The cricothyrotomy procedure he had practiced on goats restored the soldier's breathing, and he stanched the profuse bleeding from the jaw with bandages. The injured soldier was picked up by a helicopter and Ziegler never saw him again or learned his fate. The young man was the first of many with gruesome injuries that Ziegler treated during the year he spent 'in country.' Many lives were spared due to his cool expertise. A few he could not save. Yet, even as he lugged 80 pounds of medical gear through the jungle on daily patrols, or was awakened by emergency calls from night patrols, he never complained. And in spite of knowing that his platoon could come under fire at any moment and booby traps set by the Viet Cong were everywhere, he never wavered. One more thing he never did: carry a weapon. Ziegler was a conscientious objector. He knew he didn't have it in him to harm another human being, no matter the reason. But he wanted to do his part. While many COs, as they were known, served in far less dangerous assignments, he had no second thoughts about his deployment to a combat zone with a high casualty rate. His fellow soldiers were supportive of his choice. They were all in it together, he said. 'We were all dedicated soldiers. They took great care of me because I took great care of them.' This Memorial Day, as we fire up our grills and enjoy a day of peace and comfort, we should also recognize the holiday's true purpose, to honor and mourn the U.S. military personnel who died in service. Ziegler is one of those who survived to tell us their stories — the ones who can truly understand and appreciate the sacrifices made. 'I think back on the ones we lost,' he said, 'the ones we should honor and remember their loss, which also affected thousands of family members of the fallen.' The chaotic guerrilla warfare in Vietnam was a brutal coming of age for Ziegler after what he describes an almost idyllic childhood in Altadena, with a close-knit family and ice cream trucks rolling down the streets. He loved math and science, and would often help out at his father's veterinary office along with his younger brother. When he was grounded his punishment included cleaning cages. But this picture of suburban contentment changed when he was a sophomore in high school and his mother died. The loss compelled him to assume the role of 'the stoic heart of the family.' A few years later, Ziegler headed to college at Washington State University. But his life took another turn in his second semester when he received his draft notice. During an interview that was part of the CO application process, Ziegler made it clear that he wasn't asking to be kept out of the war. 'I said, 'I will go. I want to go.'' He applied for the U.S. Army Special Forces medical training, which was far more comprehensive than the medical education available in other branches. For the next year-and-a-half he crisscrossed the country to complete all the necessary courses, then he received his orders. He was deployed to Vietnam and assigned to the 173rd Airborne Unit. Ziegler has a multitude of stories from his service there. The time in a rice paddy when a Viet Cong jumped up and started firing down the line of his patrol. The Playboy magazines that someone handed him to use as a makeshift splint for a broken leg. Blown-off limbs. The aftermath of an exploded grenade. A bullet whizzing by his head as he chatted with a guard on night duty. Although he became adept at keeping panic at bay, one unfortunate remnant of his wartime service remains. To this day, he can't sleep more than five or six hours a night. After he left the army, Ziegler traveled for awhile, got married — although the marriage didn't last — and attended medical school in Guadalajara, Mexico, where he stayed for several years. But Southern California beckoned, and eventually he returned and settled in Laguna Beach. He left medicine behind and rekindled his lifelong love of theater. Today, at 77, Ziegler's peaceful life is far removed from his wartime service. As the Artistic and Audience Services Manager at the Laguna Playhouse, where he has held various positions for the past 35 years, his work allows him to split his time between Laguna and his other home in Lake Arrowhead. Playhouse visitors will find him tending bar and greeting guests with a smile; his open, friendly demeanor a fixture at the popular theater. But make no mistake, the tenacious medic who once fought to save lives under the most horrific conditions is still there, still remembering those who didn't make it home. May we all join him in remembrance.
