The CBI Team/Deal History

Deal History

900+ total transactions — 25 tracked below spanning 2018–2025 · 7 industries

900+
Total Transactions
7
Industries
2018–2025
Years Active
Business Services3
Sale of Carters Audio Video2020
Acquired by: All AV Services

Twenty-year old Fort Smith/River Valley audio-visual installation and design business acquired by All AV Services of Northwest Arkansas.

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Sale of Cell Phone Repair of Northwest Arkansas2019
Acquired by: Buyer (confidential)

CBI managed the sale of this vital business, with John Green and Chad Staudt facilitating the transaction.

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Sale of Amerispec Inspection Service2018
Acquired by: Roy and Mariana Goodwin Jr.

Walt and Becky Chambers sold Amerispec to Roy and Mariana Goodwin Jr., utilizing the BORSA plan to access 401K funds for acquisition without tax penalties. Carol Gresham was the listing and selling professional.

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Construction & Engineering3
Lower Middle Market Roofing Industry Transaction2024
Acquired by: Confidential buyer

Lower middle market merger and acquisition transaction in the roofing industry in Northwest Arkansas. Dave Godwin facilitated the closure, highlighting the robust economy of Northwest Arkansas.

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Sale of Tanksley's Body Shop2020
Acquired by: John Harrison

Successfully acquired by local Northwest Arkansas resident. Brokered by Jon Holbert and Dave Godwin.

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Sale of Arkansas Collision Center2019
Acquired by: Buyer (confidential)

Jim Hunter built a vibrant business in Northwest Arkansas with heated paint rooms, computer-assisted alignment systems.

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Distribution & Logistics6
Sale of Miller Irrigation and Landscape Lighting to South River Capital2024
Acquired by PE: South River Capital, LLC

Twenty-plus year-old landscaping and irrigation business sold to synergistic buyer. Casey Grimes facilitated the transaction, having previously sold another landscaping business to one of the buying partners.

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Sale of United Cold Storage2020
Acquired by: Todd Smoot, Joshua Ward

Tulsa cold storage business sale facilitated by Dr. John Sherrill, CBI Tulsa President.

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Sale of Postal Express2020
Acquired by: Postal Ventures, LLC

Siloam Springs shipping, packaging and office support business acquired by Postal Ventures, LLC. John Green facilitated the sale.

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Sale of Commercial Beverage Equipment2020
Acquired by: Geoff Thompson

Connor Grimes announced the sale; Shep Campbell, CBI Central Arkansas Senior Intermediary brought the deal together.

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Sale of Maverick Supply2019
Acquired by: Buyers (confidential)

Supply business sale facilitated by Charles Rateliff, Intermediary, and John Green, Executive Business Broker.

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Northwest Arkansas Industrial Electrical Business Sale2019
Acquired by: Midland Industrial Services

Northwest Arkansas based industrial electrical sales & service business acquired by Midland Industrial Services.

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Financial Services1
Sale of Westbrook Farmers Insurance Agency2020
Acquired by: Kevin Dugan

Shep Campbell, CBI Central Arkansas Senior Intermediary brought the two parties together to complete the transaction.

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Healthcare Services5
Acquisition of Benton Family Dentistry by Dr. Lance Porter2024
Acquired by: Dr. Lance Porter

Dental practice in Hot Springs, Arkansas acquired by nearby practice owner Dr. Lance Porter. Casey Grimes facilitated the strategic move that extended Dr. Porter's dental services to the same community.

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Sale of Dr. John Udouj Practice2020
Acquired by: Buyer (confidential)

Casey Grimes facilitated the sale after Dr. Udouj first considered selling in 2018.

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Sale of Main Street Dental2019
Acquired by: Buyer (confidential)

Dental practice sale demonstrating CBI's expertise in healthcare transitions.

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Sale of Poteau Valley Veterinary Hospital2019
Acquired by: Buyer (confidential)

Dr. Phil Chitwood, founder of Poteau Valley Veterinary Hospital, sold his practice following nearly five decades of service.

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Sale of Ward DDS to Kansas City Dentist2018
Acquired by: Dr. Kerry Carlson

Russellville-based family dental office with two Arkansas locations in Russellville and Clarksville acquired by dentist from Kansas City. CBI TEAM assisted in over twenty dental practice sales.

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Discrete Manufacturing3
Acquisition of Pender-Craft Cabinets by Specialty Cabinet Systems2024
Acquired by: Specialty Cabinet Systems LLC

Regionally recognized manufacturer of commercial cabinets since 1996, acquired by new proprietors committed to fostering the company's growth trajectory. Dave Godwin managed the acquisition.

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Sale of Jet Stream Fabrication2020
Acquired by: Stephanie and Alan Hackleman

Springdale manufacturing district business acquired by new owners. Carol Gresham, CBI Northwest Arkansas Senior Intermediary brought the parties together.

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Sale of Adams Truss2019
Acquired by: Buyers (confidential)

Manufacturing truss business sale facilitated by Carol Gresham, Senior Intermediary.

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Retail & E-Commerce4
Franchise Business Sale in Bentonville2025
Acquired by: Financially capable food industry buyer

Prime Bentonville franchise location with strong foundation including key manager and expanded catering service serving prominent organizations in Northwest Arkansas. Carol Gresham Miller facilitated the sale.

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Sale of The Wooden Spoon Restaurant2020
Acquired by: Justin and Emily Allen

Landmark restaurant in Gentry, Arkansas sold. Dave Godwin facilitated the transaction.

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Sale of Red Barn Donuts2020
Acquired by: Alicia and Jeremy Wiginton

Award-winning business sale facilitated by CBI Senior Intermediary Dave Godwin.

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Sale of Marketplace Grill to Clean Plate Restaurants2018
Acquired by: Clean Plate Restaurants

Marketplace Grill with two locations in Springdale and Conway, Arkansas, sold to Clean Plate Restaurants of Galveston, Texas. Utilized proprietary CAP (Confidential Auction Platform) to identify numerous prospective buyers.

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