Deal History

800+ total transactions — 10 tracked below spanning 2021–2025 · 4 industries

800+
Total Transactions
4
Industries
2021–2025
Years Active
Business Services1
Cleaner Solutions Commercial Cleaning Sold2023
Acquired by: George Lutz

Commercial cleaning services and equipment retailer in Rogers, AR sold to out-of-state buyer George Lutz on 6/9/23. Carol Gresham managed transaction. Previous owner Ronnie Coleman praised CBI process vs. competitors.

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Construction & Engineering1
Dramis Hardwood Floors Sold2021
Acquired by: Josh Gagnon and Luke Dye

40-year-old Fayetteville hardwood flooring company with substantial goodwill sold to Josh Gagnon (out-of-state buyer) and Luke Dye. Dave Godwin facilitated deal. Owner Pam Dramis praised finding 'the perfect entrepreneurs' and 'sweet spot' match.

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Consumer Services7
Franchise Business in Bentonville Sold2025
Acquired by: Confidential Buyer

Prime Bentonville location franchise with strong foundation and expanded catering service sold to financially capable buyer with extensive food industry experience. Carol Gresham Miller represented seller Jeff Thompson. Significant buyer interest due to location and success.

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Kidz in Motion Childcare Center Sold2023
Acquired by: Larry and Brittany McDaniel

Childcare center in Centerton, AR sold to buyers from Texas. John Green represented sellers, Carol Gresham worked with buyers. Financing through CBI's Loans4Biz program managed by Kelly Tivis.

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New Tokyo Restaurant Sold2023
Strategic acquirer: Jever Inc.

Japanese restaurant in Harrison, AR sold to Jever Inc. Carol Gresham managed transaction. Seller Reiner Wibowo praised process as 'easy and smooth' and noted CBI helped them sell and buy another business.

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ArkanSeoul Korean Restaurant Sold2023
Acquired by: Reiner Wibowo

Korean restaurant in Bentonville, AR sold to Reiner Wibowo. Carol Gresham managed transaction. Sellers Tae and Soona Choe expressed gratitude for guidance finding buyers who would 'fulfill their dream.'

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Studio 24 Sold to Key Employee2023
Acquired by: Maegan Jackson

Hair salon in Siloam Springs, AR sold to key employee Maegan Jackson. James Quick represented both seller (Meg Gray) and buyer. Transaction closed within 4 weeks of listing. First-time business owners with parents as advisors.

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McBride's Café and Bakery Sold2022
Strategic acquirer: Santillan Family Investments LLC

Busy restaurant and bakery in Tower 2 of Baptist Health Medical Center (Little Rock) sold to Santillan Family Investments LLC, serial restaurant entrepreneurs. Casey Grimes managed transaction. Great relationship between parties facilitated transition.

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Hotworx Texarkana Fitness Franchise Sold2022
Strategic acquirer: Michael McNamara

Fitness franchise in Texarkana sold to serial entrepreneur Michael McNamara (multi-unit Hotworx owner). Carl Grimes guided deal including turnaround work - helped owners increase sales to nearly six-figure SDE before closing.

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Discrete Manufacturing1
CEMCO Controls and Electric Motors Company Sold2023
Strategic acquirer: 3BG

40-year-old family business in Joplin, MO (controls and motor sales/servicing) sold to 3BG on 3/22/23. Carol Gresham managed transaction. Sellers thanked CBI for support and finding 'a buyer that will take our company to the next level.'

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