“The KippsDeSanto team was thorough and steady in their approach to strategizing, problem solving, and negotiating on our behalf. They worked seamlessly with our company and were available 24/7. It was apparent from the beginning that their team had our best interests in mind and viewed us as partners versus clients.”
Tony Reardon, Chairman of the Board; Previously Chief Executive Officer, Ducommun Inc.
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“KippsDeSanto was a great fit for GRA given their reputation in our market and consultative approach. I was very impressed with their ability to quickly develop an understanding of our products and services and then guide us in presenting the Company to the market. While we initially thought we would complete an outright sale, KippsDeSanto helped us realize that other alternatives such as an ESOP buyout may be a better fit for us. They were very professional and diligent in order to balance schedules, workload, and continued Company success. I cannot imagine someone trying to do this without the expert guidance of KippsDeSanto & Co.”
Chuck Vessels, President & CEO, Gleason Research Associates, Inc.
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“The team at KippsDeSanto was instrumental in the successful completion of this project, involving a difficult multi-party, international transaction. They displayed a high level of engagement and professionalism throughout the project, from story development through negotiations and the close. I was constantly amazed at the Kipps’ team’s attention to detail and commitment to the project. I personally enjoyed working with every member of KippsDeSanto and would recommend them to any other company contemplating an M&A process.”
Alan Page, President, O’Gara Sensor Systems Division
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“It was very important to the founders and the Board that Pro2Serve’s culture be preserved and the benefits of our company’s success be shared with the employees. We initially had reservations about Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) when KippsDeSanto suggested it might be the best option to achieve our shareholder liquidity objectives. After discussing the market and analyzing a myriad of different alternatives, we mutually agreed an ESOP was the best option for the company, our shareholders, and our employees. We hired KippsDeSanto to serve as the financial advisor for Pro2Serve given their deep knowledge of our market and their extensive transaction experience. We have had a long, valuable relationship with KippsDeSanto, and consistently found their team of professionals to be highly dedicated, trustworthy and innovative. KippsDeSanto has a stellar track-record based on a corporate culture that emphasizes integrity, innovation and performance, which is similar to our company. We can highly recommend KippsDeSanto to other firms.”
“As a high-end technology company we needed an investment bank that was not only equipped with extensive experience in M&A, but that would also take the time to learn about our technology products and services to position them well for a competitive sales process. KippsDeSanto went above and beyond to ensure buyers understood how well our solutions could address the growing cybersecurity and advanced threat risks and market demand.”
Peter George, President & CEO, Fidelis Cybersecurity
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“The KippsDeSanto team was an accelerator from day one. We wanted a partner who understood our business, shared in our entrepreneurial spirit, and was committed to a successful transaction. KippsDeSanto impressed us throughout the deal process, and navigated even the most complex issues without adding stress to our day jobs. They always placed our interests above all else, and were a true trusted partner to our team. With their help, we achieved a highly successful deal with an excellent partner.”
Logan Greenlee, Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer, Digital Results Group, Inc.
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KippsDeSanto & Co. Advises Miltec Corporation on its Sale to General Atomics
/in Testimonial /by kippsdesanto“The KippsDeSanto team was thorough and steady in their approach to strategizing, problem solving, and negotiating on our behalf. They worked seamlessly with our company and were available 24/7. It was apparent from the beginning that their team had our best interests in mind and viewed us as partners versus clients.”
Tony Reardon, Chairman of the Board; Previously Chief Executive Officer, Ducommun Inc.
KippsDeSanto & Co. Advises Gleason Research Associates on ESOP Transaction
/in Testimonial /by kippsdesanto“KippsDeSanto was a great fit for GRA given their reputation in our market and consultative approach. I was very impressed with their ability to quickly develop an understanding of our products and services and then guide us in presenting the Company to the market. While we initially thought we would complete an outright sale, KippsDeSanto helped us realize that other alternatives such as an ESOP buyout may be a better fit for us. They were very professional and diligent in order to balance schedules, workload, and continued Company success. I cannot imagine someone trying to do this without the expert guidance of KippsDeSanto & Co.”
Chuck Vessels, President & CEO, Gleason Research Associates, Inc.
KippsDeSanto & Co. Advises Sensor Technology Systems, Inc. and Diffraction Ltd., wholly-owned subsidiaries of The O’Gara Group, Inc., on Sale to Steiner-Optik GmbH
/in Testimonial /by kippsdesanto“The team at KippsDeSanto was instrumental in the successful completion of this project, involving a difficult multi-party, international transaction. They displayed a high level of engagement and professionalism throughout the project, from story development through negotiations and the close. I was constantly amazed at the Kipps’ team’s attention to detail and commitment to the project. I personally enjoyed working with every member of KippsDeSanto and would recommend them to any other company contemplating an M&A process.”
Alan Page, President, O’Gara Sensor Systems Division
Pro2Serve
/in Testimonial /by kippsdesanto“It was very important to the founders and the Board that Pro2Serve’s culture be preserved and the benefits of our company’s success be shared with the employees. We initially had reservations about Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) when KippsDeSanto suggested it might be the best option to achieve our shareholder liquidity objectives. After discussing the market and analyzing a myriad of different alternatives, we mutually agreed an ESOP was the best option for the company, our shareholders, and our employees. We hired KippsDeSanto to serve as the financial advisor for Pro2Serve given their deep knowledge of our market and their extensive transaction experience. We have had a long, valuable relationship with KippsDeSanto, and consistently found their team of professionals to be highly dedicated, trustworthy and innovative. KippsDeSanto has a stellar track-record based on a corporate culture that emphasizes integrity, innovation and performance, which is similar to our company. We can highly recommend KippsDeSanto to other firms.”
Barry Goss, Chairman & CEO, Pro2Serve
KippsDeSanto & Co. Advises Fidelis Cybersecurity Solutions, a Business Unit of General Dynamics Mission Systems, on its Sale to Marlin Equity Partners
/in Testimonial /by kippsdesanto“As a high-end technology company we needed an investment bank that was not only equipped with extensive experience in M&A, but that would also take the time to learn about our technology products and services to position them well for a competitive sales process. KippsDeSanto went above and beyond to ensure buyers understood how well our solutions could address the growing cybersecurity and advanced threat risks and market demand.”
Peter George, President & CEO, Fidelis Cybersecurity
KippsDeSanto & Co. Advises Digital Results Group on its Sale to Novetta Solutions
/in Testimonial /by kippsdesanto“The KippsDeSanto team was an accelerator from day one. We wanted a partner who understood our business, shared in our entrepreneurial spirit, and was committed to a successful transaction. KippsDeSanto impressed us throughout the deal process, and navigated even the most complex issues without adding stress to our day jobs. They always placed our interests above all else, and were a true trusted partner to our team. With their help, we achieved a highly successful deal with an excellent partner.”
Logan Greenlee, Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer, Digital Results Group, Inc.