Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Jim Cohen Keynote Speaker
Jim Cohen, Executive Vice President, Mergers and Acquisitions, here at Consolidated Graphics, Inc., will be the keynote speaker at this summer’s Alliance of Merger & Acquisition Advisors (AM&AA) Summer Conference to be held July 19-21 at the Hilton Chicago.
The theme of the conference is “Heating Up: M&A on the Rise,” and will focus on today’s merger and acquisition environment. There will be more than 400 attendees at the conference, including intermediaries, private equity sources, strategic and mezzanine investors, attorneys, CPAs, and other M&A professionals.
Cohen will be speaking on July 20th at 8:10 a.m, and will address why Consolidated Graphics’ approach to acquisitions is both unique and highly successful.
To read more about where Cohen will be giving his keynote presentation, visit the conference blog.
Friday, July 15, 2011
Letter of Intent Signed to Acquire RT ASSOCIATES of Chicago
Recently announced the execution of a letter of intent to acquire RT Associates out of Chicago. Read the press release below:
Consolidated Graphics Signs Letter of Intent to Acquire RT Associates, Inc.
CHICAGO, June 27, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Consolidated Graphics, Inc. (NYSE: CGX)announced today that it has entered into a letter of intent to acquire RT Associates, Inc., located in Chicago, Illinois. The transaction is expected to be completed in the next 90 days.
Founded by Bob Radzis in 1983, RT Associates has grown to become one of the most technologically sophisticated marketing services providers in the Midwest. Using six sigma lean manufacturing protocol and state-of-the-art digital technology, RT Associates offers a full suite of marketing campaign management tools as well as digital and offset printing (including large format) and fulfillment services. RT Associates has also developed a proprietary marketing program that incorporates data analytics to develop web, mobile and print based marketing strategies such as web-to-print applications as well as targeted marketing utilizing trigger based personalized URLs and QR codes.
"RT Associates is a technologically innovative company which will further expand our capabilities and footprint in the Midwest as we continue to build on our industry leading position," commented Joe R. Davis, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Consolidated Graphics. "We believe RT Associates is an attractive company that fits our proven strategic acquisition strategy."
Jim Cohen, Executive Vice President, Mergers and Acquisitions, of Consolidated Graphics added, "RT Associates is a forward thinking company that has evolved with the times to embrace solutions selling, technology and digital printing. From my experience, it is unusual to find independent printing companies that have successfully made this transition, and RT appears to have done it."
Bob Radzis stated, "Joining Consolidated Graphics will bring RT Associates new opportunities and resources that will allow RT Associates to achieve the next level of growth. We look forward to working with Consolidated Graphics to create new opportunities for our business and our employees."
Consolidated Graphics, Inc. (CGX), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is one of North America's leading general commercial printing companies. With 70 printing businesses strategically located across 27 states, Toronto, and Prague, Consolidated Graphics offers an unmatched geographic footprint, unsurpassed capabilities, and unparalleled levels of convenience, efficiency and service. With locations in or near virtually every major U.S. market, CGX provides the service and responsiveness of a local printer enhanced by the economic, geographic and technological advantages of a large national organization.
Consolidated Graphics' vast and technologically advanced sheetfed and web printing capabilities are complemented by the world's largest integrated digital footprint. By coupling North America's most comprehensive printing capabilities with strategically located fulfillment centers and industry-leading technology, CGX delivers end-to-end print production and management solutions that are based on the needs of our customers to improve their results. For more information, visit http://www.cgx.com/.
Consolidated Graphics Signs Letter of Intent to Acquire RT Associates, Inc.
CHICAGO, June 27, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Consolidated Graphics, Inc. (NYSE: CGX)announced today that it has entered into a letter of intent to acquire RT Associates, Inc., located in Chicago, Illinois. The transaction is expected to be completed in the next 90 days.
Founded by Bob Radzis in 1983, RT Associates has grown to become one of the most technologically sophisticated marketing services providers in the Midwest. Using six sigma lean manufacturing protocol and state-of-the-art digital technology, RT Associates offers a full suite of marketing campaign management tools as well as digital and offset printing (including large format) and fulfillment services. RT Associates has also developed a proprietary marketing program that incorporates data analytics to develop web, mobile and print based marketing strategies such as web-to-print applications as well as targeted marketing utilizing trigger based personalized URLs and QR codes.
"RT Associates is a technologically innovative company which will further expand our capabilities and footprint in the Midwest as we continue to build on our industry leading position," commented Joe R. Davis, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Consolidated Graphics. "We believe RT Associates is an attractive company that fits our proven strategic acquisition strategy."
Jim Cohen, Executive Vice President, Mergers and Acquisitions, of Consolidated Graphics added, "RT Associates is a forward thinking company that has evolved with the times to embrace solutions selling, technology and digital printing. From my experience, it is unusual to find independent printing companies that have successfully made this transition, and RT appears to have done it."
Bob Radzis stated, "Joining Consolidated Graphics will bring RT Associates new opportunities and resources that will allow RT Associates to achieve the next level of growth. We look forward to working with Consolidated Graphics to create new opportunities for our business and our employees."
Consolidated Graphics, Inc. (CGX), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is one of North America's leading general commercial printing companies. With 70 printing businesses strategically located across 27 states, Toronto, and Prague, Consolidated Graphics offers an unmatched geographic footprint, unsurpassed capabilities, and unparalleled levels of convenience, efficiency and service. With locations in or near virtually every major U.S. market, CGX provides the service and responsiveness of a local printer enhanced by the economic, geographic and technological advantages of a large national organization.
Consolidated Graphics' vast and technologically advanced sheetfed and web printing capabilities are complemented by the world's largest integrated digital footprint. By coupling North America's most comprehensive printing capabilities with strategically located fulfillment centers and industry-leading technology, CGX delivers end-to-end print production and management solutions that are based on the needs of our customers to improve their results. For more information, visit http://www.cgx.com/.
Acquisition - EGT PRINTING SOLUTIONS
Again, many apologies for the delay in posting, but we have been extremely busy evaluating acquisition opportunities and completing a few more transactions. Most recently completed acquisition is EGT Printing Solutions of Detroit, MI. See press release below.
Consolidated Graphics Acquires Certain Assets of The EGT Group, Inc.
DETROIT, May 11, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --
Consolidated Graphics, Inc. (NYSE: CGX) announced today that EGT Printing Solutions, a Consolidated Graphics company, has acquired certain assets of The EGT Group, headquartered in Detroit, Michigan. The EGT Group was founded in 1970 and grew to become one of the largest commercial printers in Michigan. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. EGT Printing Solutions offers commercial and digital printing, data management, mailing and fulfillment.
Commenting on the acquisition, Joe R. Davis, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Consolidated Graphics, Inc., stated, "EGT Printing Solutions is going to continue to serve EGT's customers with best in class service and state of the art solutions. With the additional resources of Consolidated Graphics, including the world's largest and most sophisticated digital printing network and leading edge technology, EGT Printing Solutions and its employees will continue to exceed every customer expectation."
Jon Strager and Michael Gonte, owners of The EGT Group, commented, "We have long admired the Consolidated Graphics business model and are excited to offer our customers all of the capabilities and solutions that Consolidated Graphics has to offer. We are looking forward to being a part of the future with EGT Printing Solutions and having the financial strength and resources of Consolidated Graphics behind us."
Jim Cohen, Executive Vice President of Mergers & Acquisitions at Consolidated Graphics, added, "The recession has made it very difficult for independent printing companies to grow on their own. Even larger companies like The EGT Group that have established reputations have faced challenges. Our strong balance sheet, 650 salespeople and cutting edge technology solutions will enable EGT Printing Solutions to be a real juggernaut in the Detroit metropolitan area."
Consolidated Graphics, Inc. (CGX), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is one of North America's leading general commercial printing companies. With 70 printing businesses strategically located across 27 states, Toronto, and Prague, Consolidated Graphics offers an unmatched geographic footprint, unsurpassed capabilities, and unparalleled levels of convenience, efficiency and service. With locations in or near virtually every major U.S. market, CGX provides the service and responsiveness of a local printer enhanced by the economic, geographic and technological advantages of a large national organization.
Consolidated Graphics' vast and technologically advanced sheetfed and web printing capabilities are complemented by the world's largest integrated digital footprint. By coupling North America's most comprehensive printing capabilities with strategically located fulfillment centers and industry-leading technology, CGX delivers end-to-end print production and management solutions that are based on the needs of our customers to improve their results. For more information, visit www.cgx.com.
Consolidated Graphics Acquires Certain Assets of The EGT Group, Inc.
DETROIT, May 11, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --
Consolidated Graphics, Inc. (NYSE: CGX) announced today that EGT Printing Solutions, a Consolidated Graphics company, has acquired certain assets of The EGT Group, headquartered in Detroit, Michigan. The EGT Group was founded in 1970 and grew to become one of the largest commercial printers in Michigan. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. EGT Printing Solutions offers commercial and digital printing, data management, mailing and fulfillment.
Commenting on the acquisition, Joe R. Davis, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Consolidated Graphics, Inc., stated, "EGT Printing Solutions is going to continue to serve EGT's customers with best in class service and state of the art solutions. With the additional resources of Consolidated Graphics, including the world's largest and most sophisticated digital printing network and leading edge technology, EGT Printing Solutions and its employees will continue to exceed every customer expectation."
Jon Strager and Michael Gonte, owners of The EGT Group, commented, "We have long admired the Consolidated Graphics business model and are excited to offer our customers all of the capabilities and solutions that Consolidated Graphics has to offer. We are looking forward to being a part of the future with EGT Printing Solutions and having the financial strength and resources of Consolidated Graphics behind us."
Jim Cohen, Executive Vice President of Mergers & Acquisitions at Consolidated Graphics, added, "The recession has made it very difficult for independent printing companies to grow on their own. Even larger companies like The EGT Group that have established reputations have faced challenges. Our strong balance sheet, 650 salespeople and cutting edge technology solutions will enable EGT Printing Solutions to be a real juggernaut in the Detroit metropolitan area."
Consolidated Graphics, Inc. (CGX), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is one of North America's leading general commercial printing companies. With 70 printing businesses strategically located across 27 states, Toronto, and Prague, Consolidated Graphics offers an unmatched geographic footprint, unsurpassed capabilities, and unparalleled levels of convenience, efficiency and service. With locations in or near virtually every major U.S. market, CGX provides the service and responsiveness of a local printer enhanced by the economic, geographic and technological advantages of a large national organization.
Consolidated Graphics' vast and technologically advanced sheetfed and web printing capabilities are complemented by the world's largest integrated digital footprint. By coupling North America's most comprehensive printing capabilities with strategically located fulfillment centers and industry-leading technology, CGX delivers end-to-end print production and management solutions that are based on the needs of our customers to improve their results. For more information, visit www.cgx.com.
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