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GMA represented Conference Concepts Inc. in the sale of their leading computing sector event
GMA represented reliability engineering and asset management events, training and membership business
GMA represented executive-level brand and retail leadership events business
GMA represented conference management software and services provider
in their sale to private equity firm and investor in B2B software and services
GMA represented Sports Industry Events Business
GMA represented Subscription, Publishing, Event and Curriculum business Orange
GMA represented leading event in the solar and storage supply chain Midwest Solar Expo
GMA represented Eaton Hall, producer of unique B2B events: from bank facilities and construction to public safety technology
GMA represented Energy Central, a leading community platform for the electric power industry,
GMA represented Golf Datatech, a Subscription Business and Information Service for the Golf Market
Golf Datatech
in the sale of its business to Circana
A leading market research and technology company.
GMA represented IMR INC. a full-service automotive research firm
GMA represented a “leading brand in the B2B Communications/Publishing industry”
Modern Trade Communications, Inc
in the sale of two publications to Kenilworth Media, Inc
A Forum Media Group Company, based in Richmond Hill, Ont
GMA represented "Kovels, Inc" a Go-To Source for Antiques and Collectibles
GMA represented a “leading B2B Directory Publisher with a focus on marketing solutions in the Agriculture, Construction and Industrial markets”
Heartland Communications Group
in the sale of their assets to Catalyst Communications Network
CCN, based in Atlanta, GA
GMA represented a leading Digitally Native Business News Organization
Quartz
in the sale to G/O Media.
A leader in digital first brands serving a young, diverse global audience.
GMA represented a “leading brand in the B2B Print & Digital Publications industry”
In Business
in the sale to Woodward Communications, Inc
Owns and operates community media businesses, based in Dubuque, IA
GMA represented a leading “leading brand in the Group Travel Planning industry”
Group Tour Media
in the sale to Gemini Media.
The largest publisher of city and regional magazines in the country.
GMA represented Global Business Media Company
Crain Communications
in the acquisition of
Green Market Report
A leading cannabis news & events company, based in New York
GMA represented a leading B2B Event and Platform Company
MJBiz
in the sale to Emerald Holding Inc.
A leader in building dynamic market platforms that integrate live events and media into uniquely rich experiences.
GMA represented Information Services & Events Company
Plain Language Media
in the sale of G2 Intelligence to
LABX Media Group
A leading B2B science media company.
GMA represented The Foster Report, a private equity firm in subscription information business.
in the sale of its assets to
ROYAL MEDIA (Royal)
A leading business information and media company based in New York, NY
GMA represented CMS Software Technology Company
1UP!/T/A Web Software, LLC.
in the sale of its CMS Technology business to strategic buyer
ePublishing
A leading provider of software and technology services, serving publishers and media companies based in Chicago, IL
GMA represents Connectivity Business, a leading specialized subscription information business
in the sale of its assets to
ROYAL MEDIA (Royal)
A leading business information and media company based in New York, NY
GMA represented John Rhoades/Benbow Ventures, in their acquisition
John Rhoades/Benbow Ventures
in their acquisition of NEXTpittsburgh
NEXTpittsburgh
A leading digital publisher based in Pittsburgh, PA
GMA represented Kestrel Health Information, a virtual conference producer and content provider
Kestrel Health Information
in the sale of its assets to
The world’s largest healthcare event and education company based in Malvern, PA.
GMA represents Butane-Propane News, a national media company
Butane-Propane News
in the sale of its core assets to
A leading publishing company based in Birmingham, AL.
GMA represented IssuesInk, an established, global print, digital and content marketing business in the agricultural sectore
in the sale of its business
To
Farms.com LTD
A leading provider of innovative information products and services for the global agriculture and food industries.
GMA represented City & State New York, a leading New York media company
City & State New York
in the sale of its business
To
A leading national information services and media company based in Washington, DC
GMA represented Irving Levin Associates, an award winning publications provider of market intelligence, established in the information sector
in the sale of its business
To
Sunwater Capital
A private equity firm based in Bethesda, MD
GMA represented SMI Group Ltd, a United Kingdom-based company that specializes in global events for the aerospace, defense pharmaceutical & biotech sectors.
in the sale of its business
To
SAE International will combine SMi with their
Tech Briefs Media Group
GMA represents Food Safety Magazine, a leading content provider of science-based solutions for food safety and quality assurance professionals worldwide
in the sale of its business
To
BNP Media
One of the country’s leading business-to-business media companies
GMA represents Creative Age Communications, a leading media source for the professional beauty industry and launched NAILPRO, followed by DAYSPA, Beauty Launchpad and MedEsthetics
Creative Age Communications
in the sale of its business
To
Allured Business Media
A family-owned trade media company started in 1921.
GMA represented
in their acquisition of the European assets of Vinelake Ltd
GMA represented (DDNEWS), Drug Discovery News a highly respected media organization in the sale of its business.
To
Ontario based
GMA represented Energy Training, Consulting and Event business in sale to UK buyer
GMA represented
THE DUNCAN MCINTOSH COMPANY
in the sale of its trade magazine and associated assets of:
To
Media Consultant Mike Blinder of newly formed
THE CURATED EXPERIENCES GROUP
GMA represented
in the sale of its event asset to
GMA exclusively represented
Culture Cheese Magazine in the sale of its artisanal cheese magazine and associated assets of:
To
B2B Media Professionals Bill Springer and Matt Thomas, as the new owners of Culture Cheese Magazine
GMA represented
Horizon Publishing Group in the sale of Horizon Travel Magazine and On The Go Toronto to:
Lazarus Bleau Inc.
GMA represented
in the acquisition of Digital Healthcare Innovation Summit, Medtech Conference and Respiratory Innovation Summit event assets from
GMA represented
in the acquisition of the US assets of Vinelake Ltd including their IOT/Internet of Business event platform.
GMA represented
NP Communications, LLC in the sale of Health Management Technology, Electronic Engineering and Medical Laboratory Observer publications to:
GMA represented
in the sale of the Symphony assets to
GMA represented
FORMULA 4 MEDIA, LLC in the sale of The Running Event and digital magazine Running Insight asset to:
GMA represented
GMA represented
in the acquisition of Trends Equity, Inc., which includes the properties of the annual AI World Conference & Expo and AI Trends media offerings.
GMA represented
GMA represented
in the sale of its event to:
GMA represented
Forester Media Inc. in the sale of the trade show StormCon, the Western Water Summit conference and six magazines and related web properties to:
GMA represented
First Vision Media Group
in the sale of its assets
to:
GMA represented
GMA represented
GMA represented
GMA represented
GMA represented
GMA represented
GMA represented
GMA represented
GMA represented
in the sale of its media brand, L’actualitè to
GMA represented
GMA represented
Swan Erickson Publishing
In the sale of Industrial Products & Process Technology and Precess West to:
GMA represented
GMA represented Issue Media Group in their Acquisition by Fourth Estate Inc.
GMA represented Cheese Reporter Acquired by Meliora Group
Cheese Reporter
Acquired by
Meliora Group
Renowned for transforming traditional publications for the digital age, Meliora Group has expanded into the dairy industry with this acquisition.
GMA represented Rankin Publishing, Inc of Ill. in sale of two brands to RDG Media, Inc
Rankin Publishing, Inc
Acquired by
RDG Media, Inc
A leading publisher of PFFC, Plastics Hotline, Packaging Technology Today, Workplace Material Handling & Safety, Industrial Hygiene in the Workplace, Electrical Safety in the Workplace, Construction Safety & IMS Auctions in FL
GMA represented News Service of Florida in sale to GovExec
News Service of Florida
Acquired by
A leading information services and insights company for government leaders and contractors.
GMA represented
GMA represented
Toledo, OH
Sold to
Welch Publishing Co.
Perrysburg, OH
One of the nation’s most trusted mergers and acquisitions advisory firms.
Grimes, McGovern & Associates was formed in 2018 by acquiring the Global Information Services, SaaS, Events and Digital Media Groups from W.B.Grimes & Company.
Headquartered in Miami, with offices worldwide, Grimes, McGovern & Associates continues the tradition of more than 60 years of W.B. Grimes’ industry expertise advising the following types of companies:
- Recurring Revenue
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We pride ourselves on providing one-on-one attention to our customers because we understand that selling a business may be one of the most important decisions a business owner can make in their lifetime. Our in-depth industry knowledge allows us to quickly formulate strategic plans, identify potential acquisitions to target, initiate transaction discussions, conduct due diligence, and negotiate acceptable terms.
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Our experience in the global event, trade shows, and conferences sectors gives us a unique perspective on the industry – we have first-hand market intelligence on who is buying, which countries they are investing in, and what they want to buy: whether it be events, tradeshows, summits, conferences or hosted buyer meetings; together with trends on prices paid. We have strong relationships with organizers, associations, and media companies around the world.
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Every industry or sector has technology, digital media, market research, intelligence, and critical online information services or databases that provide decision makers with up-to-date, actionable information they use to make informed business decisions. Using Saas, subscription, and other membership models, these “workflow” tools are the blood that runs through the veins of those industries, and are high margin and easily scalable. With more than 25 years of experience in the information services industry, Grimes, McGovern & Associates is unique in providing merger & acquisition advisory services from a former operator’s point of view.
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