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# Cedar Croft Consulting

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## Posts

- [Blog](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/blog/) - News and Insights about business turnaround management, restructing, mergers, and acquisitions by Patrick Walsh, managing director, and founder.
- [Patrick Walsh Honored as "Leaders & Legends Icon" by ABF Journal](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/2025/10/20/patrick-walsh-honored-in-abf-journals-2025-leaders-legends-issue/) - Cedar Croft Consulting is proud to announce that Managing Director, Patrick Walsh, is recognized by the ABF Journal as a 2025 Legends and Leaders Industry Icon.
- [The Role of Turnaround Management in Red Lobster’s Bankruptcy](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/2024/05/31/role-of-turnaround-management-in-red-lobsters-bankruptcy/) - Red Lobster's voluntary Chapter 11 bankruptcy emphasizes the urgent need for strong turnaround management to revitalize the brand and secure its future.
- [The Cedar Croft Consulting 5-Minute Mile News Issue 1 2025](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/2025/02/12/the-cedar-croft-consulting-5-minute-mile-news-issue-1-2025/) - The lending landscape is facing significant challenges as we move into 2025. Be sure to catch up with Cedar Croft Consulting via the 5-Minute Mile News!
- [The Cedar Croft Consulting 5-Minute Mile News Issue 3 2024](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/2024/11/15/the-cedar-croft-consulting-5-minute-mile-news-issue-3-2024/) - The Cedar Croft Consulting 5-Minute Mile News is issued quarterly. Please contact us if you'd like to be added to our newsletter email list.
- [Cedar Croft Consulting Advises Ted's Hot Dogs on Senior Debt Refinancing](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/2024/11/11/cedar-croft-consulting-advises-teds-hot-dogs-on-senior-debt-refinancing/) - Cedar Croft Consulting Inc. served as the financial advisor for Ted's Hot Dogs during its recent senior debt refinancing.
- [The Cedar Croft Consulting 5-Minute Mile News Issue 2 2024](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/2024/05/16/5-minute-mile-news-issue-2-2024/) - Cedar Croft Consulting publishes (and distributes) the 5-Minute Mile News quarterly. We share and comment on the latest turnaround management industry news.
- [The Cedar Croft Consulting 5-Minute Mile News - Issue 1 2024](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/2024/02/05/the-cedar-croft-consulting-5-minute-mile-news-issue-1-2024/) - Cedar Croft Consulting publishes (and distributes) the 5-Minute Mile News quarterly. We share and comment on the latest turnaround management industry news.
- [The Cedar Croft Consulting 5-Minute Mile News - Issue 3](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/2023/10/24/the-cedar-croft-consulting-5-minute-mile-news-issue-3/) - The Cedar Croft Consulting Quarterly Newsletter - The 5-Minute Mile. Get news, tips and insights in and around the turnaround management industry.
- [News: Cedar Croft Consulting Expands to Florida](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/2023/09/26/cedar-croft-consulting-announces-expansion-with-new-tampa-office-and-welcomes-jason-liu-to-the-team/) - Cedar Croft Consulting Announces Expansion with New Tampa Office FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York, New York; Tampa, Florida — Cedar Croft Consulting, a premier turnaround management consulting firm serving mid-market organizations in North America, has announced its new office in Tampa, Florida. This strategic expansion signifies Cedar Croft's commitment to extending its reach and furthering
- [Reviving Mid-Market Business Viability: About Rite Aid's Chapter 11 Approach](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/2023/10/18/reviving-mid-market-business-viability-rite-aids-chapter-11-approach/) - Rite Aid's Chapter 11 filing provides insights into a broader business landscape and the strategic role Chapter 11 can play in resurrecting business viability.
- [What Should Business Owners Actually Do If Lenders Suggest They Need Help?](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/2023/07/10/what-should-business-owners-actually-do-if-lenders-suggest-they-need-help/) - This can be uncomfortable, but an owner’s initial reactions to a lender’s message are important in securing the lender’s support through a turnaround effort.
- [Turnaround expert to meet Springer Aerospace workers](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/2022/12/03/turnaround-expert-to-meet-springer-aerospace-workers/) - Turnaround expert, Patrick Walsh, Cedar Croft Consulting, to meet 100 employees of Echo Bay Ontario (Canada) ’s largest employer, Tuesday, December 6th, 2022.
- [A More Detailed Turnaround Example - the Auto Parts Industry](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/2022/04/15/detailed-turnaround-case-study-auto-parts-industry/) - A restructuring can seem overwhelming at the onset, especially in the wake of a potential bankruptcy or sale. How a turnaround can be accomplished step by step
- [Communication is  Important for Business Turnaround Success](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/2022/03/14/communication-is-important-for-business-turnaround-success/) - Upon the start of a business turnaround, and when a turnaround management consultant is engaged, stakeholders are interested in hearing about their findings.
- [Communication Protocol:  Important Component of a Business Turnaround](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/2022/03/11/communication-protocol-a-key-component-of-every-business-turnaround/) - Cedar Croft Consulting addresses communication concerns during a business turnaround process by implementing a formal communication protocol in all engagements.
- [Chapter 22 is Not Necessarily a Bad Thing](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/2022/02/09/chapter-22-is-not-necessarily-a-bad-thing/) - Chapter 22 filing is indicative of failure. However, many stakeholders have benefited from the businesses attempting to execute Plans of Reorganization.

## Pages

- [Welcome](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/) - Cedar Croft Consulting Turnaround management consulting assisting mid-market companies in the manufacturing, distribution, retail and service provider industry sectors throughout North America. ABOUT US Turnaround Management Management Consulting Restructuring Services Mergers & Acquisitions Industry Experience LEARN MORE Meet our Team Cedar Croft Consulting professionals are experienced at providing collective professional assistance to operations situated throughout North America, Europe, and
- [Cookie Policy](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/cookie-policy/) - This page provides comprehensive information about how we use cookies on our website to enhance your browsing experience, improve website performance, and deliver personalized content. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our site. They help us understand how visitors interact with our website, allowing us to offer
- [Case Studies](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/case-studies/) - Case studies about some of Cedar Croft Consulting Projects
- [Case Study - Quick Service Restaurant Chain](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/case-study-quick-service-restaurant-chain/) - Turnaround Management Case Study: Quick Service Restaurant Chain | Interim CEO: Food & Beverage Industry.
- [Abilities](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/abilities/) - As a proven business turnaround management, Cedar Croft Consulting has the ability to create and enhance value for a wide range of middle-market organizations.
- [About Us](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/about/) - About Us Cedar Croft Consulting is a turnaround management consulting firm established to asssist mid-market clients in the manufacturing, distribution, retail, and service provider industry sectors in North America. In 2020, we launched Cedar Croft Capital M&A Services. Our value-added services include due diligence, performance enhancement, strategic planning, financial restructuring, and all aspects of corporate renewal, including reorganization
- [Meet the Team](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/meet-the-team/) - Meet Our Team Patrick Walsh ABOUT PAT Jack Eaves ABOUT JACK Philip Albert ABOUT PHILIP MichelLasalle ABOUT MICHEL TonyCanapini ABOUT TONY Michael Appel ABOUT MICHAEL Let’s work together. Our value-added services include due diligence, performance enhancement, strategic planning, financial restructuring, and all aspects of corporate renewal including turnaround, reorganization, and interim management, as well as mergers
- [Michael Appel](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/michael-appel/) - Michael Appel, at Cedar Croft Consulting since 2004, offers extensive experience in retail operations including international sourcing, operating experience.
- [](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/watch/) - Patrick Walsh, CEO of Cedar Croft Consulting, presents 4 steps successful CEOs can take to pull their business out of a tail spin to even greater success.
- [Contact](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/contact/) - Get in touch First Name * Last Name * Your Title * Company Name * Website Street Address City * State/Province * ZIP / Postal Code CountryAfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua & BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAscension IslandAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBritish Virgin IslandsBruneiBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCaribbean NetherlandsCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongo, Democratic Republic of theCongo, Republic of theCook IslandsCosta
- [Mergers & Acquisitions Services](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mergers-and-acquisitions-services/) - Cedar Croft Consulting manages mergers and acquisitions to evaluate short or long-term objectives, identify optimal acquisition or divestiture strategies.
- [Opt-out preferences](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/opt-out-preferences/) - This page was last changed on May 9, 2026, last checked on May 9, 2026 and applies to citizens and legal permanent residents of the United States. 1. Introduction Our website, https://cedarcroftconsulting.online (hereinafter: "the website") uses cookies and other related technologies (for convenience all technologies are referred to as "cookies"). Cookies are also placed by
- [Conferences & Events](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/my-calendar/) - Cedar Croft Consulting sponsors annual turnaround management industry conferences. We believe in networking and contributing regularly to the industry.
- [Case Study - Apparel Company Divestiture](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/case-study-apparel-company-divestiture/) - The Cedar Croft Consulting restructure team developed and executed a transition strategy, that was very different from the approach intended by management.
- [Michel Lasalle](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/michel-lasalle/) - Michel Lasalle Ing, d.s.a. offers years of expertise in strategic planning, marketing, business development, product positioning, and market analysis.
- [Tony Canapini](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/tony-canapini/) - Tony Canapini, CPA, CA possesses over 20 years of senior management experience in high-tech blue-chip companies in telecom, financial services, and marketing.
- [Jack Eaves](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/jack-eaves/) - Jack Eaves heads up Cedar Croft Consulting's operations management. He's experienced in all aspects of the corporate renewal process in the US and Canada.
- [Patrick Walsh](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/patrick-walsh/) - Patrick Wals, over 20 years of turnaround management experience: crisis management, financial advisory, cash flow management, and profit improvement services.
- [Philip Albert](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/philip-albert/) - Phil Albert has over twenty-six years of relevant corporate experience in business development including sales force management, and re-structuring programs.
- [Industry Experience](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/industry-experience/) - Cedar Croft Consulting offers management consulting, turnaround, and restructuring services to the following industry sectors. Aerospace Agriculture Armored Car Transportation Automotive Tier II Suppliers and Parts Distributors Call Centers Customer Service Chemicals Construction and Engineering Services Consumer Products Sporting Goods, Seasonal Goods Facilities Management Food Manufacturing and Processing Dairy/Cheese, Meats, Chocolate Fulfillment Services Furniture and
- [Case Study- Auto Parts Manufacturer](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/case-study-auto-parts-manufacturer/) - Cedar Croft Consulting, as Chief Restructuring Officer, implemented cash conservation and revised a pricing strategy with key customers to reach profitability.
- [Case Study - Chief Restructuring Officer Military Uniform Apparel Manufacturer](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/case-study-chief-restructuring-officer-military-uniform-apparel-manufacturer/) - As Chief Restructuring Officer, Cedar Croft Consulting optimized manufacturing operations and facilitated an acquisition ensuring continuing employment of 250.
- [Case Study - Chapter 11 Restructure of a Food Processing Company](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/case-study-chapter-11-restructure-of-a-food-processing-company/) - Cedar Croft Consulting guided a $225M company through Chapter 11 restructure to realign a burdensome debt structure, enabling it to compete more effectively.
- [Case Study - Apparel (Shirt) Manufacturer and Distributor](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/case-study-apparel-shirt-manufacturer-and-distributor/) - Cedar Croft Consulting was referred to a private company as a restructuring consultant by a senior lender upon a significant over-advance on inventory appraisal.
- [Case Study - Food Processing Manufacturer](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/case-study-food-processing-manufacturer/) - Cedar Croft Consulting was engaged to validate a new product strategy for a processor of pork, ground beef, cold storage services, and a trading operation.
- [Case Study - Office Supply Distributor](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/case-study-office-supply-distributor/) - A private equity owner appointed Cedar Croft Consulting as Restructuring Officer to recover the owner’s investment through a going-concern sale of the business.
- [Case Study - Dairy and Cheese Manufacturer](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/case-study-dairy-and-cheese-manufacturer/) - Cedar Croft Consulting, as Turnaround Advisor, assessed the finances and operations and developed a recovery plan that improved operating performance by $13m.
- [Case Study - Tile and Marble Distributor](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/case-study-tile-and-marble-distributor/) - Cedar Croft Consulting, in its capacity as a financial advisor, structured and secured a $17MM revolving credit facility for a family-owned company, in Los Angeles, California,
- [Case Study - Publications Printer](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/case-study-publications-printer/) - Restructure Case Study Publications Printer This publications printer provided electronic prepress, web offset printing and binding, and postal distribution services out of a 240,000 sq. ft. facility located in a small community in the Northeastern area of the United States. The second-generation owners of the company had established a Board of Directors consisting of themselves and
- [Case Study - Pita and Bread Manufacturer](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/case-study-restructure-pita-and-bread-manufacturer/) - Restructure Case Study Pita and Bread Manufacturer This private company initially experienced financial difficulty after moving its manufacturing operations from a leased facility to a company-owned building. The building was also renovated to accommodate new and refurbished production equipment. During the transition, the company experienced significant cost overruns, delays in receiving necessary government and health certifications, and
- [Privacy Policy](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/privacy-policy/) - Who we are Suggested text: Our website address is: https://cedarcroftconsulting.com. Comments Suggested text: When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection. An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a
- [The Cedar Croft Name](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/the-cedar-croft-name/) - Cedar Croft Consulting is named after the Walsh family dairy farm. Cedar Croft Farms was established in the mid-1800s by John Walsh, who emigrated from Kilkenny, Ireland shortly after the potato famine. Operation and ownership of the farm have been passed down over the years to family members and are currently in the hands of

## Events

- [TMA 2024 SE Regional Conference (Savannah, GA)](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-events/tma-2024-se-regional-conference-savannah-ga/) - 2024 TMA Southeast Regional Rescheduled, due to hurricane, from Wednesday, August 07, 2024 - Friday, August 09, 2024, to October 30 - November 1, 2024.
- [2024 TMA Southeast Regional](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-events/2024-tma-southeast-regional/)
- [NYIC 104rd Annual Banquet Awards](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-events/nyic-104rd-annual-banquet-awards/) - The 16th Annual Conrad B. Duberstein Memorial Award is given for Excellence and Compassion in the Bankruptcy Judiciary and will be presented to: Honorable Lisa G. Beckerman, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of New York This award will be presented by Honorable Cecelia G. Morris, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge, Southern District of New York The 48th
- [New York Institute of Credit Women Achievement Awards](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-events/new-york-institute-of-credit-women-achievement-awards/) - The New York Institute of Credit Women's Division Committee Congratulates the Honorees of the 17th Annual Women in Achievement Awards Honorable Jil Mazer-Marino, United States Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of New York, will be presented with the Seventeenth Annual Honorable Cecelia H. Goetz Award. The Honorable Cecelia H. Goetz Award The Honorable Cecelia H. Goetz, United States
- [The 2023 TMA Annual](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-events/the-2023-tma-annual/) - TMA is heading to San Francisco! Join TMA and save the dates for The 2023 TMA Annual taking place October 3-6, at the Fairmont San Francisco in San Francisco, California. Networking opportunities will take advantage of all that energetic San Francisco has to offer. Stay tuned and learn more at annual.turnaround.org.
- [Secured Finance Network 79th Annual Conference](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-events/secured-finance-network-79th-annual-conference/) - Secure Financial Network (SFN) announces its 79th Annual Convention, which will be held November 15-17, 2023 at the JW Marriott Grande Lakes in Orlando, Florida. Theme: "Built for the Moment. Agility. Patience. Opportunity." #SFNet79Annual
- [18th Annual TMA Northeast Regional Conference](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-events/18th-annual-tma-northeast-regional-conference/) - HOSTED BY the CONNECTICUT, LONG ISLAND, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK CITY, NORTHEAST and UPSTATE NEW YORK CHAPTERS Welcome to the TMA Northeast Regional Conference! The event will take place August 30-31, 2023 at the Saratoga Casino Hotel in Saratoga Springs, NY. The 4-diamond luxury hotel reflects the timeless elegance of Saratoga, with a commitment to customer service and
- [TMA 2023 SE Regional Conference (Nashville, TN)](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-events/tma-2023-se-regional-conference-nashville-tn/) - August 9, 2023 8:00AM-Golf at Gaylord Springs (click HERE for more information) 11:00AM-Studio Experience (click HERE for more information) 4:00PM-Educational Session, The Westin, Special Asset Panel 5:00PM-Opening Reception, The Westin. L27 (The Rooftop Bar) August 10, 2023 8:00AM-Breakfast and Networking, The Westin 9:00AM-Healthcare Panel, "It’s The Same Old Song." Senior Living is Under Pressure and implores the Trustee and
- [NYIC 103rd Annual Banquet Awards](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-events/nyic-103rd-annual-banquet-awards/) - The presentation of the Conrad B. Duberstein Memorial Award, and the Leadership in Credit Education Awards. We look forward to seeing you for cocktails, networking and a presentation you won't want to miss! The presentation will begin promptly at 7:00 PM. The 15th Annual Conrad B. Duberstein Memorial Award is given for Excellence and Compassion
- [VIP Day, US Open at the Los Angeles Country Club](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-events/vip-day-us-open-at-the-los-angeles-country-club/) - In 2023, The Los Angeles Country Club will host the U.S. Open Championship for the first time ever. June 15-18, 2023. The 123rd U.S. Open Championship returns to Southern California after a 75 year hiatus. The Los Angeles Country Club Premium Hospitality will provide the ultimate experience for all guests at one of the most exclusive venues
- [TMA Florida 2023 Annual Conference](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-events/tma-florida-2023-annual-conference/) - Monday, April 3 12:00 PM - Registration Opens & Sponsor / Networking Area Opens 1:00 PM - Putt Putt FUN 2:00 PM - Session 1: “State of Distressed Capital Markets” 4:00 PM - Session 2: “Industry Update” 5:00 PM - Opening Cocktail Reception (open to ALL) Tuesday, April 4 8:00 AM - Breakfast Speaker: Lieutenant General (Ret.)
- [Philadelphia Credit and Restructuring Summit](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-events/philadelphia-credit-and-restructuring-summit/) - Cedar Croft Consulting - Turnaround Panel Sponsor Agenda & Schedule Registration : 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Buffet Luncheon: 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Luncheon Session: 12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. Education Sessions: 1:15 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Cocktail Reception: 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. LUNCHEON SESSION Leading Change in the Profession & the Community:
- [Demo: Florence Price: Symphony No. 3 in c minor](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-events/demo-florence-price-symphony-no-3-in-c-minor/) - Florence Price's Symphony No. 3 was commissioned by the Works Progress Administration's Federal Music Project during the height of the Great Depression. It was first performed at the Detroit Institute of Arts on November 6, 1940, by the Detroit Civic Orchestra under the conductor Valter Poole. The composition is Price's third symphony, following her Symphony

## Locations

- [JW Marriott Plant Riverside, Savannah, GA](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-locations/jw-marriott-plant-riverside-savannah-ga/)
- [Savannah](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-locations/savannah/)
- [Orlando, Florida](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-locations/orlando-florida/)
- [San Francisco, CA](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-locations/san-francisco-ca/)
- [Saratoga Springs, NY](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-locations/saratoga-springs-ny/)
- [The Westin Nashville](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-locations/the-westin-nashville/)
- [New York City, New York](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-locations/new-york-city-new-york/)
- [Los Angeles Country Club](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-locations/los-angeles-country-club/)
- [Daytona International Speedway](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-locations/daytona-international-speedway/)
- [Union League of Philadelphia](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-locations/union-league-of-philadelphia/)
- [Demo: Minnesota Orchestra](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/mc-locations/demo-minnesota-orchestra/)

## Categories

- [Bankruptcy](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/category/bankruptcy/)
- [Chapter 22](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/category/chapter22/)
- [Turnaround Management](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/category/turnaround-management/)
- [Restructuring](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/category/restructuring/)
- [Insolvency](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/category/insolvency/)
- [News](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/category/news/)
- [NEWSLETTER](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/category/news/newsletter/)

## Tags

- [red lobster bankruptcy](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/tag/red-lobster-bankruptcy/)
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- [senior debt refinancing](https://cedarcroftconsulting.online/tag/senior-debt-refinancing/)
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## Event Categories

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