2017

Industry: Manufacturing – Adhesives

Location: Norton Shores, MI

Buyer: Lighthouse for the Blind (LHB)

The DVS Group’s Role: Buy-Side Advisory to Strategic Corporate Buyer

The Deal:
Following The DVS Group’s proprietary deal sourcing and target vetting process, Lighthouse for the Blind (LHB) identified RapidFix as the ideal acquisition to support its strategic growth objectives. The RapidFix product line complemented LHB’s existing operations while also expanding its reach into new commercial retail markets alongside its established government and military sales channels. As part of its broader acquisition strategy, LHB continued to leverage for-profit investments to drive mission impact, including job creation for visually impaired individuals and increased funding for community programs. The DVS Group facilitated the transaction, supporting LHB in executing its third acquisition of a privately held business and advancing its innovative approach to combining social impact with investment strategy.

About The DVS Group:
The DVS Group is a professional lower middle market M&A services firm based in Kansas City. We represent both buy-side and sell-side clients domestically and internationally, focusing primarily on businesses with $10M-$250M in revenue. As industry generalists, we specialize in a highly customized approach to owners exiting their business, and proprietary (off-market) deal-flow for our buyers. With over two decades refining our process, the DVS Group is your key to achieving unparalleled growth through acquisition, or a smooth transition through the sale of your business.