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CERTIFIED, INC. $20 Million Fundraising Acquisition
CERTIFIED, INC. has announced an agreement with Switzerland based Galileo Asset Management SA (galileoam.com) to assist in the acquisition of $20 million of equity funding. Such funding will expedite CERTIFIED’s international distribution and usage of their breakthrough disruptive smartphone... - November 21, 2016 - CERTIFIED INC.
110 Consulting to Merge with Launch Consulting
Bellevue Firms Combine to Grow Scale and Services Further, Faster - November 21, 2016 - Launch Consulting Group
Zarvic Brothers Facilitates the Sale of a $6.2 Million Apartment Complex
Zarvic Brothers has successfully facilitated the sale of a 111 unit suburban apartment complex in western New York State. The complex features spacious garden style apartments, located in a park like setting. The luxury units are larger than your average apartment size. The acquisition closed in... - November 18, 2016 - ZarVic Brothers LLC
ISSA, ARCSI Members Approve Merger
The memberships of ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, and the Association of Residential Cleaning Services International (ARCSI) voted overwhelmingly to approve the resolution to merge. As approved by the memberships, the merger becomes effective January 1, 2017, and ARCSI will be... - November 15, 2016 - ARCSI
Raleigh-Based VisionQuest Acquires Charleston Advisory Firm
Just after a year of buying advisory firms totaling $150M in assets under management, VisionQuest Wealth Management announced its most recent acquisition of Alcus Financial Group in Charleston, South Carolina. Alcus, which will undergo a name change to VisionQuest Wealth Management, was founded by... - November 12, 2016 - VisionQuest Wealth Management
GVA Real Estate Investment Professionals Acquire Additional Austin Properties
GVA Real Estate Investments acquires 355 units in fast-growing Austin submarket. - November 04, 2016 - GVA LLC
The Creation of EDA Funding
Created, Scaled to Profitability, and Sold for a Large ROI in Just 21 Months. - November 04, 2016 - In Focus Brands
AccuStream Research Report Shows Digital Video and Mobile AdTech M & A Soars Past $17.5 Billion in 2005 – 2016 Deals; Reveals Billions More in Potential Exit Value
A comprehensive M & A analysis conducted by digital media consultancy AccuStream Research shows online video and mobile adtech markets continue to consolidate, with $17.5 billion in acquisitions generated to date across all vendor-related categories since 2005, with 2014 and 2015 documenting peaks exit dollars, with more to come. - November 03, 2016 - AccuStream Research
BDA Advises Wolseley Private Equity on Sale of Facade Access Holdings to Alimak Group
Wolseley Private Equity divested Facade Access Holdings to Alimak Group - November 03, 2016 - BDA Partners Ltd
BDA Advises CITIC Capital Partners on the Sale of King Koil China to Advent International
BDA Partners is pleased to announce that its client, CITIC Capital Partners, has completed the sale of its controlling stake in King Koil Shanghai Sleep System Co Ltd (“King Koil China”) to Advent International (“Advent”), one of the largest and most experienced global... - November 02, 2016 - BDA Partners Ltd
Kaprica Security’s Tachyon Software Acquired by Samsung Electronics
202 Partners, a boutique enterprise software sales consultancy for startups and mature IT companies, today announced that Samsung Electronics has acquired the Tachyon enterprise mobile device configuration software developed by its client Kaprica Security. Tachyon will be integrated into Samsung’s successful defense-grade KNOX™ mobile security platform. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. - October 27, 2016 - 202 Partners LLC
Molecular Glasses, Inc. Files Patents on Isomeric and Asymmetric Molecular Glass Mixtures for OLED and Other Organic Electronics and Photonics Applications
The filing converts prior provisional applications into a full PCT patent filing. The new patent filing covers a new method of preparing ISOmeric™ molecular glass mixture compositions. These novel molecular glass mixtures are also asymmetric. The components of isomeric molecular glass mixtures have similar vapor pressure and can be coated by the traditional thermal evaporation process without material fractionation. - October 25, 2016 - Molecular Glasses
SportGroup Acquires ProGrass from Rockwell
SportGroup Holding Consolidates Position in Artificial Turf Market with Pittsburgh's ProGrass - October 18, 2016 - APT
Announcing Acquisition of Continental Products Company
KEENE Building Products and Dependable would like to announce the addition to the portfolio of companies owned by KEENE Family Holdings. The Continental Products Company, a manufacturing firm with branded products in the Greenhouse and Log Cabin industry and a strong presence in specialty... - October 17, 2016 - Keene Building Products
Prima Music, a Leading On-line Retailer for Music Teachers, Acquires One of the Nation’s Largest Music Gift and Novelty Businesses
Prima Music, an Atlanta, Georgia, based company, announced today that it has acquired Music Treasures® Company of Mechanicsville, Virginia, one of the foremost music gift and novelty companies serving the music and dance educator, retailer, musician, and student throughout North America and the... - October 12, 2016 - Prima Music
David H. Deming Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
David H. Deming, of New York, New York, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Financial Management. - October 11, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who
Avionté Announces New Background Screening Partnership with Liberty Screening
The addition of Liberty Screening to Avionté’s technology partnerships and integrations provides yet another seamless option for providing background screening with ease. - October 10, 2016 - Avionte Staffing Software
PrimePay Acquires North Carolina-Based Cobra Direct
Clients retain hometown service enhanced by PrimePay’s suite of benefits products. - October 09, 2016 - PrimePay, LLC
Visionary Business Transitions, LLC Announce Launch of a New Sell-Side Representation M&A Firm
Visionary Business Transitions was founded by two professionals who have spent their entire careers working with and helping closely held business owners. Drawing their legal and accounting backgrounds combined with years of experience helping business owners sell their business has resulted in a firm whose depth, experience and execution is unmatched by others. - October 07, 2016 - Visionary Business Transitions, LLC
Grand Opening of Park Lane Jewellery Niagara Falls Canada
Local Ontario business woman becomes Park Lane Jewellery Franchise Owner - October 06, 2016 - Park Lane Jewellery LTD
Advanced Patient Advocacy Announces Acquisition of ParrishShaw
Advanced Patient Advocacy, LLC (APA) announced the acquisition of ParrishShaw, an industry leader in insurance recovery, denial management, and other revenue cycle support solutions. The acquisition further enhances Advanced Patient Advocacy’s ability to offer a premium revenue cycle service... - October 05, 2016 - Advanced Patient Advocacy, LLC
Fayetteville’s Highest Rated Tattoo Shop Acquires One of Fayetteville’s Oldest
The largest & highest rated tattoo shop in Fayetteville, American Tattoo Society located on Yadkin Rd is excited to announce that they have acquired Cross Creek Tattoo Shop also located on Yadkin Rd. - October 05, 2016 - American Tattoo Society
JZZ Technologies, Inc. (OTC Symbol: "JZZI"), Announces a Formal Name Change to AxiHub, Inc.
JZZ Technologies, Inc. (OTC Symbol:"JZZI"), announces a formal name change to AxiHub, Inc. following the completion of a corporate merger. Acceptance from the state of Nevada was issued, and plans for a trading symbol change are expected. More information and updated financials are... - September 30, 2016 - AxiHub Inc.
ISSA, ARCSI Members to Vote on Merger
ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, and the Association of Residential Cleaning Services International (ARCSI) are pleased to announce that the ARCSI Board of Directors has unanimously approved a resolution to merge with ISSA, subject to membership approval. The members of ARCSI and... - September 30, 2016 - ARCSI
The Mershimer Group Steps Up and Offers Gig Work Across the U.S.
Over 7.5 million Americans are unemployed, 2 million of which have been out of work for over 27 weeks. If you are or have ever been unemployed, you know the hardships that come with that status. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, there are approximately 575,000 discouraged workers. To help fill unemployment voids and resume gaps, The Mershimer Group, a division of HS Brands International is seeking to employ Independent Contractors all across the U.S. - September 22, 2016 - HS Brands International
Swanson Industries Acquires Australia's Waratah Engineering
Swanson Industries (www.swansonindustries.com), a global leader in engineered hydraulics, announced the acquisition of Waratah Engineering (formally known as Kopex Australia) located in Newcastle, New South Wales (NSW). The transaction was officially concluded on Sept. 5, 2016. Swanson Industries... - September 21, 2016 - Swanson Industries
Vindicia, a Subscription Billing Company, is Acquired by Amdocs
Amdocs, the leading provider of customer experience solutions, announced it has closed the acquisition of three privately owned companies including Vindicia, the leader in enterprise-class subscription billing. - September 18, 2016 - Vindicia
JZZ Technologies, Inc. Completes Reverse Merger with AxiHub, Inc.
JZZ Technologies, Inc. (OTC PINK:JZZI) finalized a reverse merger with AxiHub, Inc. on August 25, 2016. AxiHub, Inc. is an integrated mobile social media and content marketing technology hub. The Company is currently developing soon to be released mobile applications which integrate various social... - September 16, 2016 - AxiHub Inc.
After Serving More Than 1 Million Guests, Family Owned Triangle Barbecue Restaurants Change Hands
GMW Carolina, Triangle owner of three Dickey’s Barbecue Pit locations, has sold all locations to another local company. The husband and wife leadership team comment on family, giving back to the community, reflect on the past and the future of the company. - September 13, 2016 - GMW Carolina, Inc
Dallas-Based Consulting Firm Covalus Acquires Balfour Resource Group
Headquartered in Dallas, Covalus is a professional services firm offering building solutions to public and private clients coast-to-coast from its offices in Dallas, Nashville, Houston, and Denver. Established in 2015, Covalus is 100% veteran-owned. For more information, go to www.covalus.com. - September 01, 2016 - Covalus
Northeast Oxymagic Announces Acquisition of Oxymagic
Northeast Oxymagic Development Corp. announced that it has acquired Oxymagic, a franchisor in the carpet cleaning industry. - August 30, 2016 - Oxymagic
Madison Street Capital Announced as Finalist for the 15th Annual M&A Advisor Awards
The M&A Advisor has announced Chicago based international investment banking firm, Madison Street Capital, as a finalist for the 15th Annual M&A Advisor Awards. The awards, widely respected as a pinnacle of achievement in the financial industry, recognize excellence in deal making,... - August 29, 2016 - Madison Street Capital
RDH Global Announce Acquisitions Are Key to Expansion Plans for 2017
RDH Global have recently announced that acquisitions may now be considered as key to their expansion plans for 2017. - August 24, 2016 - RDH Global
Dowco Acquires Acuña & Asociados S.A. Madison Street Capital Acted as Advisor to The Dowco Group of Companies
Madison Street Capital, (MSC), an international investment banking firm, served as exclusive advisor to The Dowco Group of Companies ('Dowco'), in the acquisition of Acuña & Asociados S.A. ('Acuña'). Acuña is a leading Steel Detailing and Structural Engineering firm located in Santiago, Chile which serves companies across the world. - August 22, 2016 - Madison Street Capital
BDA Advises EQT on Sale of TitanX to Tata AutoComp
BDA Partners is pleased to announce that EQT Opportunity (“EQT”), a European Private Equity group, and Fouriertransform (“Fourier”), a state-owned Swedish Venture Capital company, have entered into an agreement to sell TitanX Engine Cooling (“TitanX”) to Tata... - August 17, 2016 - BDA Partners Ltd
Announcing Name Change – Redstone Technology Research is Now Summit Redstone Partners
Redstone Technology Research, a fundamental equity research firm founded in 2015 and based out of Berkeley Heights, NJ, and focused on technology companies is effectively operating as Summit Redstone Partners starting July 1, 2016. Srini Nandury, Senior Managing Director and Jonathan Kees Managing Director from Summit Research previously have joined Summit Redstone Partners to cover hardware and software companies. - August 09, 2016 - Summit Redstone Partners
Stan's - LPS Midwest Acquires Stateline Copy Products
Prosperity Plus Management Consulting, Inc. announced that it advised Tony and Mark Steadman of Stan's - LPS Midwest in the acquisition/merger with Stateline Copy Products. Founded in 1960 by Stanley J. Steadman, Stan's - LPS Midwest has grown to become a market leader in Northern Illinois and... - August 07, 2016 - Prosperity Plus Management Consulting
BDA Advises Kolon on Sale of Kolon Water & Energy to Standard Chartered Private Equity
BDA Partners is pleased to announce that its client, Kolon Corporation (“Kolon”), has completed the divestment of its 62.6% stake in Kolon Water & Energy (“KWE”), the largest private wastewater treatment operations and maintenance service provider in Korea, for US$81m... - August 06, 2016 - BDA Partners Ltd
An Intellectual Property Bidding War May Happen in Texas for Technology Patents and Trademarks of Technology Mining Co, Resilient Integrated Systems and Nitrofiber, LLC
Technology Mining Company LLC of Plano TX announced the sale of its patent asset portfolio July 29th, 2016. Technology Mining Co. has technologies applicable to border security, airport security, nuclear plant infrastructure and life safety for high rise commercial construction. Technology Mining Co is a privately held company with valuations previously ranging from $42 million to $272 million. - August 05, 2016 - Technology Mining Co
BDA Advises Nissha, Japan, on Its Acquisition of Graphic Controls, USA
BDA Partners is pleased to announce that its client, Nissha Printing Co Ltd (“Nissha”), pursuant to a resolution of its Board of Directors at a meeting held August 5, 2016, will acquire shares in Graphic Controls Holdings (“Graphic Controls”) from WestView Capital Partners... - August 05, 2016 - BDA Partners Ltd
AMTS Expands Life Science Footprint with Acquisition of Validation Specialists
AM Technical Solutions announces the acquisition of Boston-based, Validation Specialists and develops a more focused approach within the Life Sciences Industry. - August 04, 2016 - AM Technical Solutions
Cuddle Clones Completes Acquisition of Cartoonize My Pet
Cuddle Clones, an online retailer of custom plush pets, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Cartoonize My Pet. - August 04, 2016 - Cuddle Clones
PMsquare and Cornerstone Performance Management Announce the Merger of Their Australian and Asian Consulting Businesses
PMsquare is pleased to announce that on July 11th 2016, the merger was completed between PMsquare’s Australian and Asian businesses and Cornerstone Performance Management. Both organisations are IBM Premier Business Partners with a focus on the Business Analytics solution set. However, the... - July 27, 2016 - PMsquare
The Action Environmental Group, Inc. Announces Acquisition of Pequannock Disposal Company, Inc.
The Action Environmental Group, provider of non-hazardous waste management and recycling services for New York City, Northern New Jersey, Rockland and Orange County, New York; today announced the completion of its acquisition of Pequannock Disposal Company, a Morris County, New Jersey based waste management company. - July 27, 2016 - The Action Environmental Group
Platinum Pari-Mutuel Holdings Acquires Rugged Outdoor Computing Systems
Platinum Pari-Mutuel Holdings makes a strategic move in restructuring the company for growth and value. - July 14, 2016 - Platinum Pari-Mutuel Holdings
Ad Exchange Mediastinct Acquires Content Marketplace dotWriter.com
Global ad network Mediastinct's latest acquisition is a Romanian-based premium content marketplace dotWriter.com. - July 08, 2016 - Mediastinct Ltd
Forty-Nine Percent of NewAge(R) Industries is Now Owned by Its Employees; Recent Ownership Transfer Increases Employee Ownership by Nine Percent
The employee-owners of plastic tubing manufacturer NewAge Industries now own even more of the company. Ken Baker, CEO and majority shareholder, recently sold another nine percent of NewAge to its ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), bringing the plan’s total ownership to forty-nine percent. The ESOP is a retirement plan designed to reward employees for their hard work and dedication. It helps avoid a competitive buyout and ensure the succession of NewAge. - July 08, 2016 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Disruptive Advertising Acquires Only Sky’s Digital Marketing Business
Only Sky’s digital marketing business will transition toward operating as Disruptive Advertising over the coming months. The acquisition marks the coming together of two award-winning digital agencies, both powerhouses in paid search and social performance marketing. - July 08, 2016 - Only Sky
Esteemed Roundtable Member, David H. Deming Has Recently Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2016
David H. Deming of New York, NY, has attained recognition in America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2016 for his accomplishments in Financial Management. - July 01, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
BDA Advises Terex on Sale of Its German Compact Construction Equipment Business to Yanmar
BDA Partners is pleased to announce that its client, Terex Corporation ("Terex"), has agreed to sell its compact construction equipment ("CCE") business in Germany for approximately US$60m to Yanmar Holdings, a Japanese manufacturer of diesel engines, machinery, and equipment. - June 30, 2016 - BDA Partners Ltd