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closed 9/2/2010 via PR Newswire
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Wicks Group of Companies acquired Antenna Audio

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synopsis: The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C. announced that it has completed the acquisition of Antenna Audio, Inc. from Discovery Communications. Antenna is a market leader in the production and delivery of educational content for use in multimedia and mobile tours for museums, exhibitions, historic sites, and visitor attractions throughout the world.
buyer: Wicks Group of Companies
The Wicks Group manages private equity funds that invest in selected segments of the information, education, and media industries.
target parent: Discovery Communications, Inc.
target: Antenna Audio
Antenna Audio has been a leader in the field of audio interpretation, providing the highest quality programming, equipment solutions and service, with the goal of creating an emotionally and intellectually engaging experience for visitors.
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closed 4/26/2006 via PR Newswire
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Discovery Communications, Inc. acquired Antenna Audio

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synopsis: Discovery Communications today announced the acquisition of Antenna Audio, the world's leader in audio tours and multimedia interpretation at the most popular museums, historical sites and cultural attractions around the globe.
buyer parent:Liberty Media Corporation
buyer: Discovery Communications, Inc.
Discovery Communications, Inc., helps cable viewers explore their world through the Discovery Channel, one of the US's top cable channels. Featuring documentaries and nature shows, the channel reaches more than 250 million homes in more than 145 countries.
target: Antenna Audio
For 20 years Antenna Audio has been the leader in the field of audio interpretation, providing the highest quality programming, equipment solutions and service, with the goal of creating an emotionally and intellectually engaging experience for visitors to museums, historic sites, and attractions.
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closed 10/29/2008 via Company Press Release
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

EBSCO Publishing, Inc. acquired NISC, Inc.

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synopsis: EBSCO Publishing (EBSCO) has made an acquisition designed to augment the company’s database offerings. EBSCO has purchased NISC, Inc., which provides refined subject area databases, many of which are currently available on EBSCOhost®.
buyer parent:EBSCO Industries, Inc.
buyer: EBSCO Publishing, Inc.
EBSCO Publishing is the world's premier database aggregator, offering a suite of nearly 300 full-text and secondary research databases. EBSCO serves the content needs of all researchers: Academic, Medical, K-12, Public Library, Corporate, Government.
target: NISC, Inc.
National Information Services Corporation publishes information products for access through the BiblioLine Web search service, or on CD-ROM. Some of the abstract and index services are available in print.
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closed 3/3/2010 via Company Press Release
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Media Source, Inc. purchased Library Journal and School Library Journal from Reed Business Information

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synopsis: Ohio-based Media Source Inc. announces that it has acquired Library Journal and School Library Journal from Reed Business Information-US. The acquisition includes all print and web products, services, supplements, and newsletters, including Library Hotline.
buyer parent:The Riverside Company
buyer: Media Source, Inc.
Media Source is the parent company of Junior Library Guild (JLG) and The Horn Book, Inc. JLG is a review and collection development service that provides books to more than 17,000 school and public libraries. The Horn Book, Inc. reviews children’s and young adult books in two print 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 10/31/2005 via PR Newswire
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

National Archive Publishing Company purchased UMI(R) Periodicals in Microform, XanEdu(R) and the Microfilm and Digitization Service operations from ProQuest Information & Learning

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synopsis: National Archive Publishing Company (NAPC), has acquired three existing and established business operations from ProQuest Information and Learning. The businesses are UMI(R) Periodicals in Microform, XanEdu(R) and the Microfilm and Digitization Service operations.
buyer: National Archive Publishing Company
National Archive Publishing Company specializes in preservation, custom publishing, and other services that enhance and ensure access to scholarly information. Their main customers are libraries, universities, students, professors, and others who need access to quality information.
seller parent: Voyager Learning Company
seller: ProQuest Information & Learning
ProQuest creates specialized information resources and technologies that propel successful research and lifelong learning. A global leader in serving libraries of all types, ProQuest offers the culmination of experience from many respected brands, including CSA, UMI, Chadwyck-Healey, and eLibrary.
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closed 7/11/2011 via BNC Analysis
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc acquired The Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd.

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synopsis: U.K.-based Bloomsbury Publishing has acquired the academic and professional publisher Continuum International Publishing Group ("Continuum"). Continuum is a leading independent academic publisher that publishes around 600 books each year, focusing on the Humanities, Education, and Religion.
buyer: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc(BMBYF:$103.40)
Bloomsbury Publishing is a leading independent publishing house with companies in London, New York, Berlin and Sydney. Its four divisions include: Bloomsbury Academic and Professional Publishing, Bloomsbury Information, Bloomsbury Adult Publishing and Bloomsbury Children's Publishing.
target: The Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd.
The Continuum International Publishing Group is a leading independent academic publisher that publishes around 600 books each year, focusing on the Humanities, Education, and Religion. The company's backlist comprises some 7,000 titles.
price ($mm)
$32
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$17
EBITDA ($mm)
$1
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1.9
price / EBITDA
33.3
closed 10/28/2009 via PR Newswire
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Cauldron Group merged with William H. Sadlier, Inc.

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synopsis: William H. Sadlier, Inc., a leading publisher of educational and catechetical materials, announced that the merger of Cauldron Group Inc. into Sadlier was completed as contemplated.
buyer: Cauldron Group
Cauldron Group Inc. is a holding company whose principal asset is the shares of common stock of Sadlier. Cauldron has no business operations.
target: William H. Sadlier, Inc.
William H. Sadlier, Inc. is recognized and respected in dioceses, schools, and parishes throughout the United States for its outstanding catechetical and educational publications.
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closed 6/3/2009 via BusinessWire
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Our Sunday Visitor Inc. acquired Harcourt Religion Publishers

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synopsis: Our Sunday Visitor announced its acquisition of Harcourt Religion Publishers (a division of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt) from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. This brings together two of the nation’s leading Catholic publishing groups. Terms of the transaction were undisclosed.
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 parent: Education Media and Publishing Group Limited
target: Harcourt Religion Publishers
Harcourt Religion Publishers provides the Catholic educational market with practical, easy-to-use catechetical resources that assist children and adults in the process of faith formation and reflect the authentic teaching of the Catholic Church.
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closed 9/2/2010 via PR Newswire

Wicks Group of Companies acquired Antenna Audio

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synopsis: The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C. announced that it has completed the acquisition of Antenna Audio, Inc. from Discovery Communications. Antenna is a market leader in the production and delivery of educational content for use in multimedia and mobile tours for museums, exhibitions, historic sites, and visitor attractions throughout the world.
buyer: Wicks Group of Companies
The Wicks Group manages private equity funds that invest in selected segments of the information, education, and media industries.
target parent: Discovery Communications, Inc.
target: Antenna Audio
Antenna Audio has been a leader in the field of audio interpretation, providing the highest quality programming, equipment solutions and service, with the goal of creating an emotionally and intellectually engaging experience for visitors.
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closed 4/26/2006 via PR Newswire

Discovery Communications, Inc. acquired Antenna Audio

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synopsis: Discovery Communications today announced the acquisition of Antenna Audio, the world's leader in audio tours and multimedia interpretation at the most popular museums, historical sites and cultural attractions around the globe.
buyer parent:Liberty Media Corporation
buyer: Discovery Communications, Inc.
Discovery Communications, Inc., helps cable viewers explore their world through the Discovery Channel, one of the US's top cable channels. Featuring documentaries and nature shows, the channel reaches more than 250 million homes in more than 145 countries.
target: Antenna Audio
For 20 years Antenna Audio has been the leader in the field of audio interpretation, providing the highest quality programming, equipment solutions and service, with the goal of creating an emotionally and intellectually engaging experience for visitors to museums, historic sites, and attractions.
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closed 3/29/2012 via PR Newswire

Warburg Pincus acquired The Gordian Group, Inc.

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synopsis: Warburg Pincus, a leading global private equity firm focused on growth investing, announced that it has acquired a majority ownership in The Gordian Group, a leading construction pricing data and procurement software business servicing the construction industry, from The Wicks Group of Companies, a private equity firm.
buyer: Warburg Pincus
Warburg Pincus is a leading global private equity firm. The firm has more than $30 billion in assets under management. Its active portfolio of more than 125 companies is highly diversified by stage, sector and geography.
target parent: Wicks Group of Companies
target: The Gordian Group, Inc.
The Gordian Group is a product and services firm that specializes in development and implementation of highly efficient and cost effective Job Order Contracting (JOC) programs for facility and infrastructure owners. Gordian has provided JOC solutions to public and private sector clients since 1990.
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closed 2/15/2012 via Publishers Weekly

Wicks Group of Companies acquired Bendon Publishing

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synopsis: New York private equity firm The Wicks Group has purchased a majority share in Bendon Publishing, a leading purveyor of coloring, activity, and other mass market book formats. The deal marks the end of Kappa Investment Group’s 40% position in Bendon, held since 2007.
buyer: Wicks Group of Companies
The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C. is a New York-based private equity firm that invests in middle-market companies operating in selected segments of the information, education, and media industries.
target: Bendon Publishing
Bendon Publishing International Inc. was founded in 2001. Since its inception, Bendon has become one of the fastest growing children’s book publishers in the nation. Bendon has maintained early success in part to our simple philosophy of listening to the customer and providing them what they want.
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closed 1/13/2012 via BNC Analysis

NewBay Media LLC purchased Guitar Aficionado, Guitar World and Revolver from Future US, Inc.

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synopsis: NewBay Media, one of the world's largest media and information resources, has acquired Guitar Aficionado, Guitar World and Revolver from Future US, a leading publisher of special-interest magazines and digital media properties. NewBay said the deal would boost its access to audio professionals and enthusiasts.
buyer parent:Wicks Group of Companies
buyer: NewBay Media LLC
NewBay Media is one of the world's largest media and information resources for professionals, retailers and enthusiasts within the Pro Audio, Broadcast & Video, Musical Instruments, AV / Consumer Electronics and K-12 Education vertical markets.
seller parent: Future plc
seller: Future US, Inc.
Future US is a leading publisher of special-interest magazines and digital media properties. It publishes market-leading sites and titles in the Games, Music, Technology, and men’s and women’s special-interest markets.
price ($mm)
$2.60
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$13
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price / rev
.2
price / EBITDA
closed 9/29/2010 via PR Newswire

Marketron acquired mSnap, Inc.

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synopsis: Marketron, the leading provider of business software solutions and services for the media industry, announced that it has acquired mSnap, the largest broadcast-based mobile advertising network in the U.S. and a leading provider of mobile advertising solutions.
buyer parent:Wicks Group of Companies
buyer: Marketron
Marketron is the leading provider of business software solutions and services for the media industry. Marketron's traffic, digital, business intelligence and exchange platform and services drive innovation to create new growth opportunities that produce the maximum value for clients.
target parent: SmartReply, Inc.
target: mSnap, Inc.
mSnap is a leading Mobile Ad Network, enabled by a Platform for Broadcasters and Advertisers to easily create and manage mobile campaigns in real-time. The platform capabilities includes SMS, MMS, and WAP functionality with superior reporting and analytics.
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closed 9/2/2010 via PR Newswire

Wicks Group of Companies acquired Antenna Audio

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synopsis: The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C. announced that it has completed the acquisition of Antenna Audio, Inc. from Discovery Communications. Antenna is a market leader in the production and delivery of educational content for use in multimedia and mobile tours for museums, exhibitions, historic sites, and visitor attractions throughout the world.
buyer: Wicks Group of Companies
The Wicks Group manages private equity funds that invest in selected segments of the information, education, and media industries.
target parent: Discovery Communications, Inc.
target: Antenna Audio
Antenna Audio has been a leader in the field of audio interpretation, providing the highest quality programming, equipment solutions and service, with the goal of creating an emotionally and intellectually engaging experience for visitors.
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closed 5/5/2010 via Company Press Release

Kenneth Getz acquired CenterWatch, Inc.

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synopsis: Ken Getz, the founder of CenterWatch—an industry-leading clinical trials information services company—along with private equity investors has purchased the company from Jobson Medical Information.
buyer: Kenneth Getz
Ken Getz founded CenterWatch in 1994 and established the company as a leading provider of operating and business information on the $40 billion global clinical trials industry. Getz sold the company to the Thomson Corporation in 1998.
target parent: Wicks Group of Companies
target: CenterWatch, Inc.
CenterWatch is a trusted source and global destination of clinical trials information for both professionals and patients. CenterWatch provides a wide variety of information services including grant leads for investigative sites, data about the global clinical trials industry and more.
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closed 12/1/2009 via BusinessWire

NewBay Media LLC purchased Multiple Titles from Reed Business Information

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synopsis: NewBay Media LLC announced that it has acquired Broadcasting & Cable, Multichannel News, and This Week in Consumer Electronics (TWICE) from Reed Business Information-US. Each title will continue to be published as part of NewBay’s line of print, online, and in-person products and services.
buyer parent:Wicks Group of Companies
buyer: NewBay Media LLC
NewBay Media LLC produces magazines, events and online information services targeted to business-to-business and business-to-consumer professional and enthusiast audiences. The portfolio includes a range of titles with strong brands and market-leading positions.
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 12/8/2009 via PR Newswire

Princeton Review Inc. acquired Penn Foster Education Group, Inc.

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synopsis: The Princeton Review, Inc., a leading provider of test preparation and educational support services, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Penn Foster Education Group, Inc. Penn Foster, one of the oldest and largest online career education companies in the U.S., will operate as a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Princeton Review.
buyer: Princeton Review Inc.(REVU:$214.43)
The Princeton Review is a pioneer in the world of education. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in New York City, the Company offers private tutoring and classroom and online test preparation to help students improve their scores in college and graduate school admissions tests.
target parent: Wicks Group of Companies
target: Penn Foster Education Group, Inc.
Penn Foster Inc. is one of the oldest and largest accredited distance education providers in the world. Founded in 1890 by Thomas Foster to educate coal miners in safety and engineering, Penn Foster has enrolled over 13 million students around the world since its inception.
price ($mm)
$173
rev ($mm)
$89
EBITDA ($mm)
$13
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2
price / EBITDA
13.8
closed 2/18/2009 via BNC Analysis

Cengage Learning acquired Concept Media

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synopsis: Textbook publisher Cengage Learning, backed by Apax Partners and Omers Capital Partners, has acquired Concept Media, which provides health-care education materials on DVD, CD and VHS formats.
buyer parent:Apax Partners
buyer: Cengage Learning
Cengage Learning, formerly Thomson Learning, delivers highly customized learning solutions for colleges, universities, professors, students, reference centers, government agencies, corporations and professionals around the world.
target parent: Wicks Group of Companies
target: Concept Media
Concept Media produces and distributes award winning education media for colleges, healthcare institutions, social service agencies and counseling centers throughout North America, Europe, and the South Pacific.
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closed 3/6/2009 via PR Newswire

Wilks Broadcasting, LLC purchased three Denver radio stations from CBS Radio, Inc.

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synopsis: CBS Corporation announced that it has completed the previously announced sale of three radio stations in Denver, KWLI-FM, KIMN-FM and KXKL-FM, to Wilks Broadcasting for $19.5 million in cash.
buyer parent:The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C.
buyer: Wilks Broadcasting, LLC
Wilks Broadcasting is a radio broadcasting company established as a platform to acquire and operate stations in attractive mid-size U.S. markets. Its current portfolio consists of 18 FM stations across five markets that include Kansas City, MO, Columbus, OH, Fresno, CA, Reno, NVand Lubbock, TX.
seller parent: CBS Corporation
seller: CBS Radio, Inc.
CBS Radio is one of the largest major-market operators in the United States with stations covering news, alternative rock, country, FM talk, classic rock, oldies, JACK and urban formats, among others.
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closed 9/12/2008 via BusinessWeek

The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C. acquired Harris Connect, Inc.

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synopsis: Wicks Communications & Media Partners III, L.P. a New York-based private equity fund, announced that its portfolio company, has completed the acquisition of assets of Harris Connect, Inc., the market leader in alumni and member affinity solutions.
buyer: The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C.
The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C. is a New York based private equity firm that invests in selected segments of the communications, information and media industries.
target: Harris Connect, Inc.
Harris Connect publishes over 600 alumni and membership directories annually, provides Internet services to more than 1,000 leading educational institutions and membership organizations and delivers best-in-class research and modeling solutions to over 1,000 clients.
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closed 2/13/2008 via PR Newswire

Jobson Medical Information LLC acquired Gerber Communications

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synopsis: Jobson Medical Information LLC, a leading healthcare information and marketing services provider, announced that it has acquired Gerber Communications and Practice Advancement Associates.
buyer parent:The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C.
buyer: Jobson Medical Information LLC
Jobson Medical Information is a leading specialty healthcare communications, publishing, and medical education company. Jobson Medical Information produces a broad range of publications, educational programs, enduring educational materials, live events, symposia and websites.
target: Gerber Communications
Gerber Communications is a marketing communications firm that produces magazines, newsletters, advertising, advertorials and other editorial materials in the health care field.
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closed 12/31/2007 via Berkery

Jobson Medical Information LLC acquired Center Watch

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synopsis: Berkery Noyes announced that the firm represented The Thomson Corporation in the sale of CenterWatch to Jobson Medical Information, a portfolio company of The Wicks Group, LLC. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
buyer parent:The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C.
buyer: Jobson Medical Information LLC
Jobson Medical Information is a leading specialty healthcare communications, publishing, and medical education company. Jobson Medical Information produces a broad range of publications, educational programs, enduring educational materials, live events, symposia and websites.
target parent: Thomson Reuters
target: Center Watch
Thomson CenterWatch strives to be a leader in print and Internet - based information services focusing on the clinical trials industry. We publish a wide range of newsletters, books and directories. The company also provides market intelligence services and medical education solutions.
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closed 12/12/2007 via PR Newswire

The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C. acquired The Gordian Group, Inc.

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synopsis: The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C., a New York-based private equity firm, has completed the acquisition of The Gordian Group, Inc. a leading provider of proprietary database management and procurement services for the repair and alternations segment of the construction sector.
buyer: The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C.
The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C. is a New York based private equity firm that invests in selected segments of the communications, information and media industries.
target: The Gordian Group, Inc.
The Gordian Group is a company established by the inventor of Job Order Contracting, Harry H. Mellon, for the sole purpose of providing the consulting services, software and documents necessary to develop, implement and support Job Order Contracting (JOC) programs for facility owners.
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closed 10/25/2007 via PR Newswire

EMC/Paradigm Publishing acquired Lawrenceville Press Inc.

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synopsis: EMC Publishing, LLC, an independent educational publisher, today announced it had acquired Lawrenceville Press, Inc., a Pennington, NJ-based developer and publisher of computer applications and programming textbooks for the U.S. and Canadian school market. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
buyer parent:The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C.
buyer: EMC/Paradigm Publishing
EMC/Paradigm publishes textbook programs for accounting/math, allied health, computer applications, developmental skills, English/communications, keyboarding, machine transcription/shorthand, office systems, psychology/human relations/careers, staff development, and world languages.
target: Lawrenceville Press Inc.
Lawrenceville Press Inc. publishes educational and teacher-resource materials covering computer applications and programming.
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closed 10/19/2007 via PR Newswire

Arlington Capital Partners acquired Daily Racing Form

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synopsis: The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C. a New York-based private equity firm, has completed the sale of Wicks Sports Information Group, LLC, owner of Daily Racing Form LLC, a national, multi-media information company dedicated to coverage to horse racing. The buyer is Arlington Capital Partners, a Washington DC-based private equity firm.
buyer: Arlington Capital Partners
Arlington Capital Partners is a private equity firm with over $450 million of committed capital. We are focused on management buyout and late stage expansion equity investment opportunities. Our target is middle-market companies with enterprise values typically between $50 million and $500 million.
target parent: The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C.
target: Daily Racing Form
Daily Racing Form, "America's Turf Authority Since 1894," was born in Chicago on Nov. 17, 1894 when it first appeared as a four-page broadsheet. Over the last 107 years, DRF has been the country's only daily national newspaper dedicated to the coverage of a single major sport.
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closed 7/27/2007 via PR Newswire

CFM Religion Publishing Group, LLC acquired Benziger Publishing

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synopsis: CFM Religion Publishing Group (CFM), LLC, today announced the acquisitions of RCL -- Resources for Christian Living from RCL Enterprises, Inc. and the Benziger product line from McGraw-Hill Education. The two groups will be combined to form RCL/Benziger Publishing, which will be focused on the Catholic market and based in Allen, Texas.
buyer parent:The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C.
buyer: CFM Religion Publishing Group, LLC
CFM Religion Publishing Group provides Christian resources and publications for families, churches, schools and religious organizations. The Company offers true-to-the-Bible materials including classroom and group-based curricula, books, and magazines, as well as Christian-themed toys and games.
target parent: The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
target: Benziger Publishing
Benziger strives to provide the most innovative and comprehensive catechetical material for the Catholic parish. Benziger differentiates itself in several important ways.
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closed 7/27/2007 via PR Newswire

CFM Religion Publishing Group, LLC acquired Resources for Christian Living

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synopsis: CFM Religion Publishing Group (CFM), LLC, today announced the acquisitions of RCL -- Resources for Christian Living from RCL Enterprises, Inc. and the Benziger product line from McGraw-Hill Education. The two groups will be combined to form RCL/Benziger Publishing, which will be focused on the Catholic market and based in Allen, Texas.
buyer parent:The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C.
buyer: CFM Religion Publishing Group, LLC
CFM Religion Publishing Group provides Christian resources and publications for families, churches, schools and religious organizations. The Company offers true-to-the-Bible materials including classroom and group-based curricula, books, and magazines, as well as Christian-themed toys and games.
target parent: RCL Enterprises, Inc.
target: Resources for Christian Living
Resources for Christian Living's reputation as a publisher of high quality, innovative products for religious education and faith formation serving the Catholic parish and school market contributed to the success of its Faith First grades K-8 program with its award-winning web site.
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closed 7/5/2007 via Company Description

NewBay Media LLC acquired IMAS Publishing group

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synopsis: NewBay Media LLC has acquired the assets of leading broadcast and professional audio trade publisher IMAS Publishing, including the print and electronic properties of such well-respected brands as TV Technology, Radio World, Pro Audio Review and Audio Media among others.
buyer parent:The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C.
buyer: NewBay Media LLC
NewBay Media LLC produces magazines, events and online information services targeted to business-to-business and business-to-consumer professional and enthusiast audiences. The portfolio includes a range of titles with strong brands and market-leading positions.
target: IMAS Publishing group
IMAS Publishing is the world leader in Audio and Video trade publications. IMAS has been providing its readers practical and useful information, current news, and in-depth reviews to keep them in step with the latest developments in the broadcasting, production and professional audio industries.
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closed 7/9/2007 via Company Press Release

Summit Business Media, LLC acquired Wicks Business Information, LLC

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synopsis: Summit Business Media, LLC, a leading business-to-business media and information company serving the insurance, financial and professional services markets, closed its acquisition of Wicks Business Information, a publishing and professional education company serving financial services, accounting and legal professionals in North America.
buyer parent:Wind Point Partners
buyer: Summit Business Media, LLC
Summit Business Media, LLC is a business-to-business media company that serves three market groups: The Art Group, The Financial Services Group, and The Industrial Group.
target parent: The Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C.
target: Wicks Business Information, LLC
Wicks Business Information (WBI) is a business-to-business information company formed through a partnership of experienced publishing professionals and The Wicks Group of Companies, a private equity investment firm.
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