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closed 3/20/2009 via Company Press Release

Smiths News, Plc, acquired The Bertram Group

See 137 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: The Board of Directors of Smiths News announces that it has acquired the business and assets of the Bertram group of companies. Bertram is a leading book wholesaler to independent, online and multiple retailers.
buyer: Smiths News, Plc
Smiths News is the UK’s leading wholesaler of newspapers and magazines. The Group was formed on 1 September 2006 following the demerger of WH Smith PLC. Smiths News distributes newspapers and magazines on behalf of all the major national publishers as well as a large number of regional publishers.
target: The Bertram Group
Bertram is a leading book wholesaler to independent, online and multiple retailers. It is also a leading distributor of books and audiovisual products to libraries and acts as a primary distributor for small book publishers.
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closed 7/2/2012 via BNC Analysis

Redwood Acquisitions, LLC, acquired CSP Information Group, Inc.

See 99 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Redwood Acquisitions, LLC announced that it has closed on its purchase of CSP Information Group, Inc., the leading business-to-business media and information company serving the convenience retailing, restaurant and on-the-go food industries.
buyer: Redwood Acquisitions, LLC
Established in 2005, Redwood Investments is a private investment firm based in Washington, DC that provides growth capital for acquisitions, roll ups, and management-led buyouts. The firm concentrates on media, real estate, and alternative energy.
target: CSP Information Group, Inc.
CSP Information Group's portfolio includes CSP and FARE Magazines in retail, Restaurant Business and FoodService Director Magazines in the foodservice segment, and affiliated websites, newsletters, and mobile platforms.
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closed 1/23/2012 via Market Wire

Topspin Partners LBO, acquired Stagnito, Inc.

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synopsis: Topspin LBO announced that it has completed the acquisition of Stagnito Media, a rapidly growing business-to-business media company serving the grocery and convenience store industries. Based in Deerfield, Illinois, Stagnito operates several industry-leading trade publications including Convenience Store News and Progressive Grocer.
buyer: Topspin Partners LBO
Topspin LBO is a Long Island, NY-based private equity fund that makes control investments in profitable and established lower middle-market businesses. The firm often invests in sectors such as consumer products, business services, food/beverage, retail, media, niche manufacturing and security.
target parent: Cardinal Growth LLC
target: Stagnito, Inc.
Stagnito Media is a rapidly growing business-to-business media company serving the grocery and convenience store industries. Based in Deerfield, Illinois, Stagnito operates several industry-leading trade publications such as Convenience Store News and Progressive Grocer.
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closed 3/19/2007 via BNC Analysis

Editis, acquired Group De Boeck

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synopsis: Editis expanded its activities in literature and in distribution, Editis is developing its third line of business, education. It has strengthened its presence in Belgium with the acquisition of De Boeck, thereby beefing up its international presence.
buyer parent:Grupo Planeta
buyer: Editis
Editis holds leading positions in three segments of the French publishing business, in particular Literature (trade and mass market formats), Education (scholarly, scholastic aids, middle school, high school, university, legal and medical), and Reference (dictionaries and encyclopedias).
target: Group De Boeck
The De Boeck group is Belgium’s leading publisher and has roots going back to 1760. It has grown steadily and now specializes in 3 sectors in French and Dutch: academic texts (61% in Dutch), university texts (87% in French) and legal texts (74% in French).
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closed 12/7/2012 via BNC Analysis

John Wiley & Sons, Inc., acquired Stevenson, Inc.

See 125 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. announced the acquisition of assets from Stevenson, Inc., a leading resource for newsletters and online events in fundraising, nonprofit management, and communications. These assets include six well-respected newsletters and a variety of online events and special reports.
buyer: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.(JW.A:$1,782.74)
John Wiley & Sons is a global publisher. Wiley and its acquired companies have published the works of more than 450 Nobel laureates in all categories: Literature, Economics, Physiology/Medicine, Physics, Chemistry and Peace.
target: Stevenson, Inc.
Established in 1993, Stevenson, Inc. helps all types of nonprofits and associations achieve greater success: colleges/universities, hospitals and other health-related organizations, schools, museums, Chambers of Commerce, libraries, United Way agencies, youth organizations and more.
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closed 3/31/2006 via Company Press Release

Ten Alps plc, acquired McMillan-Scott Plc

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synopsis: Ten Alps has bought specialist media/contract publishing company McMillan-Scott for up to £12.25m in cash, to enhance its development of public sector internet and digital TV. McMillan-Scott has 250 staff and £26m turnover.
buyer: Ten Alps plc(GB:TAL:$66.53)
Ten Alps provides content and advertising across all the media outlets simultaneously, including TV and radio programmes, websites, online TV, live events and over 600 specialist publications.
target: McMillan-Scott Plc
McMillan-Scott produces titles for many government departments and local authorities in England and Wales. It is a leading UK publisher for the not-for-profit sector contract publishing market.
price ($mm)
$25
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$54
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0.5x
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closed 10/10/2007 via BusinessWire

AuthorHouse, acquired IUniverse.com

See 108 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Author Solutions, Inc. today announced it closed the previously announced acquisition of iUniverse, a leading self-publishing company. iUniverse will join AuthorHouse as one of the brands of Author Solutions, the world’s leading self-publishing company. Author Solutions is a Bertram Capital-owned holding company.
buyer parent:Bertram Capital Management LLC.
buyer: AuthorHouse
Author Solutions, Inc. (ASI), is the world leader in the fastest-growing segment of publishing. Through its self-publishing brands, AuthorHouse, iUniverse, Xlibris, Inkubook, and Wordclay, ASI enables more authors to self publish, promote, and sell their books than any other company in the world.
target: IUniverse.com
iUniverse makes it possible for writers to achieve the dream of becoming a published author. iUniverse offers a unique mix of self-publishing products and services and the skills of a professional team dedicated to enabling authors to see their books in print.
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closed 7/27/2012 via BNC Analysis

Our Sunday Visitor Inc., acquired Zartarian Publishing Inc

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synopsis: Two companies dedicated to serving the Catholic Church are coming together to offer solutions for parishes. Our Sunday Visitor, Inc. has acquired the assets of Zartarian Publishing, Inc. Zartarian Publishing has been one of the largest providers of offertory envelopes to parishes in the northeast, particularly in the Archdiocese of Boston.
buyer: Our Sunday Visitor Inc.
Our Sunday Visitor, Inc. was founded in 1912 by priest John F. Nol as the publishing company for a Catholic newsweekly serving the needs of the Church. Nearly 100 years later, the not-for-profit organization stands as the nation’s largest Catholic publisher.
target: Zartarian Publishing Inc
Zartarian Publishing has been one of the largest providers of offertory envelopes to parishes in the northeast, particularly in the Archdiocese of Boston.
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closed 5/14/2007 via PR Newswire

PennWell Publishing Company, acquired LEDs Magazine

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synopsis: PennWell Corporation, a diversified global media and information company, has acquired LEDs Magazine, a business-to-business digital magazine and web site covering the technology and applications of Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs). Financial terms of the sale were not disclosed.
buyer: PennWell Publishing Company
PennWell Corporation is a diversified business-to-business media and information company that provides quality content and integrated marketing solutions. PennWell publishes over 75 print and online magazines and newsletters, conducts 60 conferences and exhibitions on six continents.
target: LEDs Magazine
LEDs Magazine is the leading resource for the global LED community, serving thousands of readers that specify, design and manufacture LED-based products for a wide range of end-use applications.
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closed 3/13/2007 via Company Press Release

Canon Communications, Inc., acquired Dana Chase Publications, Inc.

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synopsis: Canon Communications LLC has acquired Appliance magazine from Oak Brook, IL-based Dana Chase Publications, Inc. The acquisition includes the Appliance News e-newsletter, and the ApplianceMagazine.com Web site that draws more than 40,000 unique visitors each month.
buyer parent:Spectrum Equity Investors
buyer: Canon Communications, Inc.
Canon Communications LLC produces tradeshows and conferences for both U.S. and international markets. Canon also publishes magazines and digital media for medical devices, microelectronics, plastics processing, packaging, and other advanced design and manufacturing markets.
target: Dana Chase Publications, Inc.
Dana Chase Publications' Flagship Publication, APPLIANCE Magazine is read every month around the world in over 110 countries. Our subscribers are engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, and management personnel, working for companies making consumer, commercial, business, and medical appliances.
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closed 7/25/2012 via BNC Analysis

Informa plc, acquired MMPI Canada

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synopsis: MMPI Canada, the leading Canadian producer of trade shows, conferences and consumer shows, has been acquired by Informa plc for total consideration of $53 million. Informa is the largest publicly‐owned organizer of conferences and courses in the world, with an output of over 8,500 events annually.
buyer: Informa plc(IFPJF:$1,226.50)
Informa is the largest publicly‐owned organizer of conferences and courses in the world with an output of over 8,500 events annually. It also publishes over 2,500 subscription‐based information services and its book business has more than 50,000 academic and business titles in print.
target parent: Vornado Realty Trust
target: MMPI Canada
MMPI Canada produces and manages over 55 seminars, conferences, trade and consumer shows every year. MMPI Canada produces events in many sectors, including construction, design, craft, art, real estate, furniture, furnishings and food.
price ($mm)
$53
rev ($mm)
$25
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
2.2x
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closed 1/4/2012 via BNC Analysis

GCP Capital Partners, acquired World Trade Group

See 167 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: GCP Capital Partners has acquired World Trade Group, an international provider of business-to-business events, training and online lead generation services, in a management buy-out.
buyer parent:Greenhill & Co.
buyer: GCP Capital Partners
GCP Capital Partners manages three North American private equity funds that have a successful track record of investing. The funds have made significant investments in the business services, education, energy, financial services, insurance and telecommunications industries.
target: World Trade Group
World Trade Group is a leading international media business offering clients a compelling mix of live events, online products and specialist training courses.
price ($mm)
$43
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$16
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2.6x
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closed 1/13/2012 via BusinessWire

Oaktree Capital Management, LLC, Strategic Value Partners, LLC, Tennenbaum Capital Partners, LLC, acquired Hanley Wood, LLC

See 91 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Hanley Wood LLC, the leading business-to-business media company serving the housing and commercial design and construction industries, announced that it has completed a recapitalization led by Oaktree Capital Management, L.P., Strategic Value Partners, LLC, and Tennenbaum Capital Partners, LLC.
buyer: Tennenbaum Capital Partners, LLC
buyer: Oaktree Capital Management, LLC
buyer: Strategic Value Partners, LLC
Oaktree Capital Management, LLC was founded in April 1995 by seven of its principals concentrating on high yield bond, convertible value, distressed debt, principal investment and distressed real estate activities.
target parent: CCMP Capital Advisors, LLC
target: Hanley Wood, LLC
Hanley Wood, LLC, is the premier media company serving housing and construction. Through four operating divisions, the company produces award-winning magazines and Web sites, marquee trade shows and events, rich data and custom marketing solutions.
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closed 8/1/2005 via

J.P. Morgan Partners, acquired Hanley Wood, LLC

See 80 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Private equity firm Veronis Suhler Stevenson on Thursday said it agreed to sell Hanley Wood LLC, which publishes magazines for the housing and construction industries, to an investment group led by J.P. Morgan Partners.
buyer: J.P. Morgan Partners
CCMP Capital Advisors, LLC, is a leading global private equity firm specializing in buyouts and growth equity investments in companies ranging from $500 million to more than $3 billion in size.
target parent: Veronis Suhler Stevenson
target: Hanley Wood, LLC
Hanley Wood, LLC, is the premier media company serving housing and construction. Through four operating divisions, the company produces award-winning magazines and Web sites, marquee trade shows and events, rich data and custom marketing solutions.
price ($mm)
$620
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$200
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$50
EV / rev
3.1x
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12.4x
announced 2/16/2011 via Mins b2b

Access Intelligence, LLC, will acquire Red 7 Media, Inc.

See 87 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Access Intelligence announced that it will acquire Red 7 Media. Red 7 Media serves the event industry with its Event Marketer, EXPO, Best Events and Event Design media brands and associated events, and the media industry with its FOLIO and Audience Development titles and Folio Show.
buyer parent:Veronis Suhler Stevenson
buyer: Access Intelligence, LLC
Access Intelligence, a portfolio company of Veronis Suhler Stevenson, is a b-to-b media and information company headquartered in Rockville, Md., serving the energy, chemical, defense, aerospace, healthcare and communications markets.
target parent: Veronis Suhler Stevenson
target: Red 7 Media, Inc.
Red 7 Media is a privately-held business media company that publishes magazines and newsletters, as well as produces conferences and trade shows in the Event and Media industries.
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closed 4/5/2010 via BNC Analysis

PWxyz LLC, acquired Publishers Weekly

See 87 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: PWxyz LLC announced that it has acquired Publishers Weekly, the Publishers Weekly Show Daily and PublishersWeekly.com from Reed Business Information-US.
buyer: PWxyz LLC
PWxyz is a new company formed by George W. Slowik Jr., who ran Publishers Weekly in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Slowik, who will hold the title of president, plans to retain all the brand's editorial, art and advertising employees.
target parent: Reed Elsevier
target: Publishers Weekly
Publishers Weekly is the leading publication serving all segments involved in the creation, production, marketing and sale of the written word in book, audio, video and electronic formats.
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closed 2/1/2010 via Company Press Release

Ten Alps plc, purchased Asian Assets from Reed Business Information

See 179 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Multimedia factual producer Ten Alps plc announces the formation of a majority-owned joint venture ("JV") company in Asia, and the acquisition by the JV of assets from Reed Business Information Asia.
buyer: Ten Alps plc(GB:TAL:$66.53)
Ten Alps provides content and advertising across all the media outlets simultaneously, including TV and radio programmes, websites, online TV, live events and over 600 specialist publications.
seller parent: Reed Elsevier
seller: Reed Business Information
Reed Business Information is a leading provider of critical information and marketing solutions to business professionals in targeted industry sectors. Our market-leading properties include more than 135 business-to-business publications and over 125 Web sites.
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closed 1/14/2010 via Company Description

Duncan McIntosh Company Incorporated, acquired Editor & Publisher Company

See 87 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Editor & Publisher, the only independent news organization reporting on all aspects of the transforming newspaper business, has resumed publication in print and online following its sale to Duncan McIntosh Co. Inc., the Irvine, Calif.-based magazine and newspaper publisher.
buyer: Duncan McIntosh Company Incorporated
Duncan McIntosh's publications include Boating World magazine; Sea Magazine, America's Western Boating Magazine; The Log Newspaper; and FishRap News.
target parent: The Nielsen Company, Inc.
target: Editor & Publisher Company
Editor & Publisher is the only independent news organization reporting on all aspects of the transforming newspaper business.
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closed 9/17/2007 via BusinessWire

LSsi merged with Volt Delta Resources, LLC,

See 80 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Volt Information Sciences, Inc. announced that its wholly owned subsidiary Volt Delta Resources, LLC, has completed the merger of a VoltDelta subsidiary with LSSi Corp. The newly merged entity, known as LSSi Data, is a wholly owned subsidiary of VoltDelta. Merger consideration was approximately $70 million in cash.
buyer parent:Volt Information Sciences, Inc.
buyer: Volt Delta Resources, LLC
Volt Delta, a subsidiary of Volt Information Sciences is a leading provider of enhanced directory assistance solutions and information services to the global telecommunications market.
target: LSsi
LSSi Corp is the world’s leader in developing and operating high-performance directory databases. LSSi has established a strong commercial presence in several important telephony markets, including National Directory Assistance databases in the U.S., Canada, Ireland, and the United Kingdom.
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$70
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closed 5/31/2007 via BusinessWire

Veronis Suhler Stevenson, acquired Advanstar Communications Inc.

See 179 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Advanstar Holdings Corp., the holding company for Advanstar Communications Inc., a leading worldwide media company providing integrated marketing solutions, has completed the Company’s acquisition by an investor group led by Veronis Suhler Stevenson (VSS) for $1.142 billion in cash.
buyer: Veronis Suhler Stevenson
Veronis Suhler Stevenson is a private equity and mezzanine capital fund management company dedicated to investing in the media, communications, information and education industries in North America and Europe.
target parent: Credit Suisse First Boston
target: Advanstar Communications Inc.
Advanstar Communications Inc. is a leading worldwide media company providing integrated marketing solutions for the Fashion, Life Sciences and Powersports industries.
price($mm)[EV]
$1,137 [$1,722]
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$324
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$86
EV / rev
5.3x
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20.1x
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closed 3/20/2009 via Company Press Release

Smiths News, Plc, acquired The Bertram Group

See 137 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: The Board of Directors of Smiths News announces that it has acquired the business and assets of the Bertram group of companies. Bertram is a leading book wholesaler to independent, online and multiple retailers.
buyer: Smiths News, Plc
Smiths News is the UK’s leading wholesaler of newspapers and magazines. The Group was formed on 1 September 2006 following the demerger of WH Smith PLC. Smiths News distributes newspapers and magazines on behalf of all the major national publishers as well as a large number of regional publishers.
target: The Bertram Group
Bertram is a leading book wholesaler to independent, online and multiple retailers. It is also a leading distributor of books and audiovisual products to libraries and acts as a primary distributor for small book publishers.
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closed 3/20/2009 via Company Press Release

Smiths News, Plc, acquired The Bertram Group

See 137 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: The Board of Directors of Smiths News announces that it has acquired the business and assets of the Bertram group of companies. Bertram is a leading book wholesaler to independent, online and multiple retailers.
buyer: Smiths News, Plc
Smiths News is the UK’s leading wholesaler of newspapers and magazines. The Group was formed on 1 September 2006 following the demerger of WH Smith PLC. Smiths News distributes newspapers and magazines on behalf of all the major national publishers as well as a large number of regional publishers.
target: The Bertram Group
Bertram is a leading book wholesaler to independent, online and multiple retailers. It is also a leading distributor of books and audiovisual products to libraries and acts as a primary distributor for small book publishers.
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closed 5/11/2005 via PR Newswire

Source Interlink Companies, Inc., acquired Chas. Levy Circulating Co.

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synopsis: Source Interlink Companies, Inc., a premier provider of family entertainment products and marketing services, today announced it closed on its acquisition of Chas. Levy Circulating Co. The company purchased all of the equity interests in the Chicago-based distributor for $29.7 million.
buyer: Source Interlink Companies, Inc.(SORC:$2,254.25)
Source Interlink Companies is a leading marketing, merchandising and fulfillment company of entertainment products, including DVDs, music CDs, magazines, books and related items. Source Interlink serves approximately 110,000 retail store locations throughout North America.
target: Chas. Levy Circulating Co.
Chas. Levy Circulating Co. distributes magazine periodicals from all leading publishers to more than 9,000 stores operated by leading retail chains throughout the Midwest, East, and West coasts.
price ($mm)
$30
rev ($mm)
$370
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0.1x
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closed 3/12/2008 via Folio: First Day

EBSCO Industries, Inc., acquired Hallmark Data Systems, LLC.

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synopsis: Skokie, Illinois-based Hallmark Data Systems, a circulation fulfillment provider, has been sold to EBSCO, the world’s largest full-service subscription agency. The deal closed yesterday, says Ray Miller, Hallmark’s chairman.
buyer: EBSCO Industries, Inc.
EBSCO is ranked in the the top 200 of the nation's largest privately held coporations. Since its founding in 1944, EBSCO has diversified into more than 40 businesses, including: subscription provider for more than 300,000 title listings from more than 78,000 publishers worldwide.
target parent: Tinicum Capital Partners LP
target: Hallmark Data Systems, LLC.
Hallmark performs circulation fulfillment for more than 360 business publications, most of whose circulations are audited by ABC or BPAWW. We provide everything from front-end clerical labor and supervision to preparation of issue labels and reports and other extracts.
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$48
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closed 12/30/2005 via PR Newswire

uBid, Inc., merged with Cape Coastal Trading Corporation

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synopsis: uBid, Inc., one of the leading online auction companies in the U.S., announced today that it has merged with a subsidiary of Cape Coastal Trading Corporation, whose only business following the merger will be the execution of uBid's business plan under the uBid name.
buyer parent:Petters Group, LLC
buyer: uBid, Inc.
uBid.com Holdings, Inc. operates an online auction marketplace located at www.uBid.com offering new, close-out, overstock and refurbished merchandise to both consumers and businesses through a trusted auction style and fixed price format.
target: Cape Coastal Trading Corporation
Cape Coastal Trading Corporation. The Group's Principal Activity is to Provide Artworks And Crafts. These Crafts Are Imported Form Ghana & Africa. The Products Include Ashanti Stools, Leather Purses, Sandals, Book Bags, Wallets & Leather Footrests, etc.
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closed 2/9/2004 via BusinessWire

The Relizon Company, acquired GBF InfoSystems, Inc.

See 2 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: The Relizon Company, a leading North American supplier of business process solutions for document management, billing and relationship marketing, today announced that it has purchased GBF InfoSystems, Inc., one of the largest independent forms distributors in Maine and New Hampshire.
buyer parent:Perseus, L.L.C.
buyer: The Relizon Company
The Relizon Company is a North American leader in Total Business Communications. We provide document solutions that streamline internal processes, billing solutions that improve cash flow, and innovative marketing solutions that create profitable client relationships. Relizon employees are exceptio
target: GBF InfoSystems, Inc.
GBF InfoSystems, with facilities in Portland, Maine, and Manchester, N.H., has over $3 million in annual sales from banking, health care, and commercial accounts, is one of the largest independent forms distributors in Maine and New Hampshire.
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Billian Publishing, Inc.
Billian Publishing, Inc.
Trans World Publishing, Inc. and Billian Publishing, Inc. (an affiliated company) produce consumer and trade magazines, directories, databases and websites for both the North American and International markets.
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2009
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$7.00
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PennWell Corporation
PennWell Corporation
Founded in 1910, PennWell Corporation is a privately held and highly diversified business-to-business media and information company that provides quality content and integrated marketing solutions.
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Hanley Wood, LLC
Hanley Wood, LLC
Hanley Wood LLC is the premier media, information and marketing services company serving the real estate construction and design industries. It produces digital and print publications, e-Newsletters, websites, marquee trade shows and events, Market Intelligence data and custom marketing solutions.
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Xplain Corporation
Xplain Corporation
Xplain was founded in 1984 originally to publish a technical magazine. The company has grown to include three divisions: Publishing, Retail Sales, and Custom Services. The corporation is privately held and has its main office in Westlake Village, California.
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Global Sources
Global Sources
Global Sources is a leading business-to-business media company and a primary facilitator of trade with Greater China. The core business facilitates trade between Asia and the world using English-language media such as online marketplaces and print/digital magazines.
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2012
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$231.74
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$44.08
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$34.97
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$30.51
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Crain Communications, Inc.
Crain Communications, Inc.
An industry leader, Crain Communications Inc is one of the largest privately owned business media companies with 30 leading business, trade and consumer brands in North America, Europe and Asia.
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Summit Business Media, LLC
Summit Business Media, LLC
Summit Business Media is the leading B2B media and information company serving the insurance, financial services, legal and investment advisory markets. It provides breaking news and analysis, in-depth practice management strategies, business-building techniques and actionable data.
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Weka Firmengruppe GmbH & Co. KG
Weka Firmengruppe GmbH & Co. KG
Weka Firmengruppe GmbH & Co. KG, through its subsidiaries, operates as a publishing company in Europe. It publishes magazines and electronic supplementary products in the areas of engineering, management, construction, administration, dentistry, and law and tax.
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Group360, Inc.
Group360 is a strategic visual communications firm providing marketing communications solutions to accomplish our clients' marketing goals and objectives nationally and internationally. We understand the design/prepress/printing variables needed to enhance client's visual presence in the marketplace
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Smiths News, Plc
Smiths News, Plc
Smiths News is the UK’s leading wholesaler of newspapers and magazines. The Group was formed on 1 September 2006 following the demerger of WH Smith PLC. Smiths News distributes newspapers and magazines on behalf of all the major national publishers as well as a large number of regional publishers.
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Tech Data Corporation
Tech Data Corporation is a leading distributor of IT products. The company's business model enables technology solution providers, manufacturers and publishers to cost-effectively sell to and support end users ranging from small businesses to large enterprises.
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2009
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$24,080.48
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$293.36
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$242.16
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$123.63
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8000
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Corporate Express, Inc.
Corporate Express US, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Corporate Express NV (NYSE: CXP), is one of the world’s largest business-to-business suppliers of essential office and computer products and services with 2006 sales of approximately $4.9 billion in North America.
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2007
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$8,222.95
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$471.68
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$330.03
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$259.93
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AMREP Corporation
AMREP Corporation
AMREP Corporation was organized in 1961 and, through its subsidiaries, is engaged in two principal businesses: land development and media services operations, with the latter consisting primarily of subscription fulfillment, newsstand distribution and product fulfillment services.
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2012
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$85.36
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$4.84
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Wo Kee Hong (Holdings) Limited
Wo Kee Hong is principally engaged in the import, marketing and distribution of air-conditioning and refrigeration products, audio-visual equipment, car audio and electronic products, cars and car accessories, motor yachts, luxury branded apparel, other electronic and electrical products.
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