M&A Deal Summary

Encore Group Acquires Frischkorn Audio-Visual

On October 25, 2018, Encore Group acquired media company Frischkorn Audio-Visual from Ironbridge Equity Partners

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Encore Group’s 5th transaction in the Media sector.
  • This is Encore Group’s 1st transaction in Canada.
  • This is Encore Group’s 1st transaction in Ontario.

M&A Deal Summary

Date 2018-10-25
Target Frischkorn Audio-Visual
Sector Media
Buyer(s) Encore Group
Sellers(s) Ironbridge Equity Partners
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition

Target

Frischkorn Audio-Visual

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Frischkorn Audio-Visual Corp. is an independent provider of audio-visual services to corporate clients. The Company has locations in Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, British Columbia, Alberta, and New Brunswick.

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Buyer(S) 1

Buyer

Encore Group

Schiller Park, Illinois, United States

Category Company
Founded 1937
Sector Business Services
DESCRIPTION

Encore Group engages in event experiences, providing creative, production, advanced technology and staging services to help meeting planners deliver more dynamic and impactful experiences at their meetings, trade shows and special events. It is the trusted partner and exclusive on-site provider of choice at leading venues worldwide. Encore Group is headquartered in Schiller Park, Illinois.


DEAL STATS #
Overall 11 of 14
Sector (Media) 5 of 8
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 11 of 14
State (Ontario) 1 of 2
Country (Canada) 1 of 2
Year (2018) 2 of 3
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2018-01-08 Hargrove

Lanham, Maryland, United States

Hargrove, Inc. is an award-winning, full-service, creative and technical production company serving every segment of the live events market. The Company brings to life high-impact, face-to-face experiences for some of the world’s most recognized corporations, associations and government agencies. Hargrove has executed some of the most high-profile political events, including every U.S. Presidential Inauguration since Harry Truman, major global summits, and highly innovative consumer product company brand activations

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2018-10-26 FMAV

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

FMAV is the audiovisual and event technology company for people who plan meetings and live events. FMAV was founded more than 40 years ago and has won numerous industry awards, including multiple Canadian Special Events and ILEA awards. The FMAV team provides extensive creative production services for galas and special events, conferences and conventions, corporate meetings, outdoor events, and hotel venues. FMAV has a celebrated customer base throughout Canada’s major metropolitan areas who rely on the company’s services to engage their audiences.

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Seller(S) 1

SELLER

Ironbridge Equity Partners

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Investor Investor Investor Investor Investor


Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 2005
PE ASSETS 700M CAD
Size Middle-Market
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

Ironbridge Equity Partners (IEP) is a private equity investor in middle-market Canadian companies. IEP targets profitable companies with motivated management, 'history of positive earnings strong competitive positions within industry niche, and opportunities growth (organic or through acquisitions). IEP looks to invest at least $15 million in transactions valued up to $50 million. Areas of interest include manufacturing, distribution, consumer products/services, and business services. The Firm will not invest in real estate, natural resources, and technology. Ironbridge Equity Partners was formed in 2005 and is based in Toronto.


DEAL STATS #
Overall 6 of 12
Sector (Media) 1 of 1
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 2 of 4
State (Ontario) 2 of 5
Country (Canada) 6 of 12
Year (2018) 1 of 1
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2017-12-07 Midland Appliance

Richmond, British Columbia, United Kingdom

Midland Appliance is a dealer of home appliances throughout Western Canada. The Company serves its network of developers, builders, designers, and architect customers. Midland Appliance was founded in 1984 and is based in Richmond, British Columbia.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2018-11-12 CMP Group

Delta, British Columbia, Canada

CMP Group is a manufacturer and distributor of branded products serving the recreational marine, commercial marine, and industrial markets. CMP Group is based in Delta, British Columbia.

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