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December 2023

Industry: Landscape Services / Landscaping

Location: Overland Park, KS

Seller: K.C. Arborist

Buyer: Internal Management

Company Website: www.kcarborist.com

The DVS Group’s Role: Sell-side Advisory

The Deal:
Headquartered in Overland Park, KS, K.C. Arborist is a certified, safety-focused tree care provider offering comprehensive services, including routine trimming, disease management, storm cleanup, and land clearing, throughout the Kansas City region. Backed by strong local reviews and a preventative care philosophy, the company is committed to long-term tree health and exceptional client service. The DVS Group was proud to serve as the exclusive sell-side advisor to K.C. Arborist in its successful transition to a member of the internal management team.M

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.

November 2020

Industry: Media & Information Services (B2B)

Location: Overland Park, KS

Seller: CTI Solutions

Buyer: Velocity, A Managed Services Company (“Velocity”)

Company Website: www.velocitymsc.com

The DVS Group’s Role: Sell-side Advisory

The Deal:
Headquartered in Overland Park, KS, CTI Solutions is a technology services company offering a comprehensive suite of end-to-end digital solutions, including software, hardware, network infrastructure, and hosting services. The company specializes in digital signage and media content management. This acquisition enhances Velocity’s in-house SaaS development capabilities, enabling high-end digital media, content management, and interactive touchless solutions that elevate the guest experience in hospitality and healthcare environments. The DVS Group proudly served as the exclusive sell-side advisor to CTI Solutions in the successful completion of this strategic transaction.

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.

August 2021

Industry: Legal Services

Location: Overland Park, KS

Seller: Litigation Insights

Buyer: IMS Consulting & Expert Services (“IMS”)

Company Website: www.imslegal.com

The DVS Group’s Role: Sell-side Advisory

The Deal:
Headquartered in Overland Park, KS, Litigation Insights is a nationally recognized, full-service leader in trial consulting and visual communications. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, including mock trials, witness preparation, jury selection, trial graphics, and courtroom technology. With this acquisition by IMS, clients now have expanded access to top-tier talent and industry-leading support throughout every phase of litigation. This includes integrated trial strategy, expert witness selection and preparation, jury consulting, and both remote and in-person trial presentation services. The combined scale and expertise of Litigation Insights and IMS strengthens their leadership in jury consulting, visual storytelling, and courtroom presentation. The DVS Group is proud to have represented Litigation Insights in the successful completion of this strategic transaction.

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.

January 2018

Industry: Industrial Air Handling and Environmental Services Industry

Location: Grandview, MO

Seller: Paper & Dust Pros, Inc. (“Paper & Dust Pros”)

Buyer: Private Investors

Company Website: www.paperanddustpros.com

The DVS Group’s Role: Sell-side Advisory

The Deal:
Headquartered in Grandview, MO, Paper and Dust Pros, Inc. specializes in designing, engineering, and installing custom air-conveyed systems for dust, scrap, and trim removal in manufacturing environments. Serving industries such as packaging, printing, woodworking, and metal fabrication, the company provides turnkey solutions that enhance air quality, operational efficiency, and workplace cleanliness. Paper & Dust Pros was sold as part of the founder’s retirement and succession planning strategy, ensuring continued growth and success under new ownership. The DVS Group was proud to represent Paper & Dust Pros in this successful transition.

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.

January 2024

Industry: Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing

Location: Reno, NV

Seller: Tachikara USA, Inc. (“Tachikara USA”)

Buyer: RIP-IT

Company Website: www.tachikara.com

The DVS Group’s Role: Sell-side Advisory

The Deal:
Tachikara is a distinguished sports equipment brand with a legacy dating back to 1915. Renowned for its excellence in the design and distribution of volleyballs and related athletic accessories, Tachikara products are used in sports venues around the world and were featured in the 1964, 1968, 1972, 1976, and 1980 Olympic Games, among other elite competitions. Tachikara USA, headquartered in Reno, NV, holds the exclusive rights to the brand, including distribution, trademark, and all associated privileges throughout North America and in ten additional countries.

The company was recently acquired by RIP-IT Sports, an organization dedicated to enhancing the experience of female athletes. This strategic acquisition combines Tachikara’s longstanding reputation for quality and innovation with RIP-IT’s athlete-focused design philosophy, with the goal of elevating the volleyball experience across all levels of play. The DVS Group is proud to have served as the exclusive advisor to Tachikara USA in the successful completion of this transaction.

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.