M&A Deal Summary

Formation Brands Acquires Inviting Company

On December 31, 2012, Formation Brands acquired forest products company Inviting Company

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Formation Brands’ 1st transaction in the Forest Products sector.
  • This is Formation Brands’ 2nd transaction in the United States.
  • This is Formation Brands’ 1st transaction in Arizona.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2012-12-31
Target Inviting Company
Sector Forest Products
Buyer(s) Formation Brands
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition

Target

Inviting Company

North Little Rock, Arizona, United States
Inviting Company is well respected in the industry, known for their innovative offerings and on-trend, fresh designs.

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Buyer

Formation Brands

South San Francisco, California, United States
Category Company
Founded 1994
Sector Consumer Products
DESCRIPTION

Formation Brands LLC is a developer and marketer of specialty gift housewares including tableware, barware and accessories to national and independent retailers.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 2 of 2
Sector (Forest Products) 1 of 1
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 2 of 2
State (Arizona) 1 of 1
Country (United States) 2 of 2
Year (2012) 1 of 1
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2009-09-26 Clay Art

San Francisco, California, United States

Clay Art has been an industry leader in the creation, sourcing and wholesaling of theme-based ceramic serve ware, dinnerware, and novelties for over 25 years.

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