M&A Deal Summary

Viad Acquires On Event Services

On August 11, 2016, Viad acquired media company On Event Services from KT Capital Partners and Triangle Capital

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Viad’s 1st transaction in the Media sector.
  • This is Viad’s 9th transaction in the United States.
  • This is Viad’s 1st transaction in Georgia.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2016-08-11
Target On Event Services
Sector Media
Buyer(s) Viad
Sellers(s) KT Capital Partners
Triangle Capital
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition

Target

On Event Services

Norcross, Georgia, United States
On Event Services LLC is specializes in corporate events and exhibitions, supporting more than 1,000 live events annually with production services, including audio, video, lighting, mapping and scenic design.

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Buyer(S) 1

Buyer

Viad

Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Category Company
Founded 1926
Sector Business Services
Employees1,697
Revenue 1.2B USD (2023)
DESCRIPTION

Viad operates through two businesses: Pursuit and GES. Pursuit is a collection of attractions, lodges and hotels, and sightseeing tours in iconic locations. GES is a full-service live events company serving 70% of the Fortune 1000 in 75+ countries. Viad was founded in 1926 and is based in Phoenix, Arizona.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 12 of 14
Sector (Media) 1 of 1
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 11 of 13
State (Georgia) 1 of 1
Country (United States) 9 of 10
Year (2016) 2 of 3
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2016-03-14 CIRI Alaska Tourism

Anchorage, Alaska, United States

CIRI Alaska Tourism Corp. is a provider of cloud based booking for land and marine sightseeing tours, accommodations and travel-planning services from Seward and Kenai Fjords National Park up to Talkeetna and into Denali National Park.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2016-12-29 FlyOver Canada

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

FlyOver Canada is a virtual flight ride attraction that showcases some of Canada’s most awe-inspiring scenery from coast to coast. The state-of-the-art, multi-sensory experience combines motion seating, spectacular media and special effects, including wind, scents and mist, to provide a true flying experience for guests.

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Seller(S) 2

SELLER

KT Capital Partners

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Investor Investor

Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 2007
Size Small
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

KT Capital Partners is a private investment group that looks to partner with management is acquiring Southeast US-based companies generating revenues from $5 to $50 million with an enterprise value of $5 to $50 million and at least $1 million of EBITDA. Prospective businesses generally have established products or services; operate in stable, growing markets; exhibit 'reasonable' opportunities for growth; and possess 'opportunities to create efficiencies through process improvements'. KT Capital Partners is based in Atlanta, Georgia.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 1 of 3
Sector (Media) 1 of 1
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 1 of 3
State (Georgia) 1 of 2
Country (United States) 1 of 3
Year (2016) 1 of 1
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2014-06-23 Estimating Edge

Boynton Beach, Florida, United States

Estimating Edge is a developer of The EDGE commercial construction estimating, project management tracking, and takeoff software for acoustical, drywall, EIFS, fireproofing, flooring, painting, roofing, wall paneling, and waterproofing contractors. Estimating Edge was founded in 1986 and is based in Boynton Beach, Florida.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2018-12-05 FilterWorks USA

Deerfield Beach, Florida, United States

FilterWorks USA is a layout & design, capital equipment, and service provider to the automotive collision repair industry. Filterworks offers Complete Design, Permitting, Installation, Training, and Service Solutions. FilterWorks USA was founded in 1988 and is based in Deerfield Beach, Florida.

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SELLER

Triangle Capital

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 2007
Size Middle-Market
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

DEAL STATS #
Overall 36 of 70
Sector (Media) 1 of 2
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 19 of 33
State (Georgia) 3 of 5
Country (United States) 36 of 69
Year (2016) 9 of 15
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2016-05-31 Performance Health and Wellness

Akron, Ohio, United States

Performance Health and Wellness, Inc. is a manufacturer and marketer of rehabilitation and wellness products including topical analgesics, resistance bands and tubing, exercise balls, hand exercisers, and stability trainers.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2016-09-12 Eagle Infrastructure Services

Houston, Texas, United States

Eagle Infrastructure Services provides third-party inspection services for the maintenance of oil and natural gas transmission, distribution, midstream and gathering lines, and other critical infrastructure. Other infrastructure includes refinery, power plant, compressor and pump stations, and mechanical integrity projects. A-C also offers complementary, specialized nondestructive and qualification services across the entire spectrum of the industry. Eagle Infrastructure Services was founded in 1991 and is based in Houston, Texas.

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