Better Way Products, Inc.
Is a desingner and manufacturer of fiberglass components for the
Recreational Vehicle and Marine Industries.
THE ELLIS COMPANY
The Ellis Company is a private capital firm located in Indiana. Its principle activity is the acquisition of Midwest businesses. Their objective is to buy well established, profitable businesses and provide them with additional capital and assistance with strategic planning. They like to retain the company’s name, identity, and independence. The Ellis Company and its partners own substantial interest in many companies.
$9,500,000
BETTER WAY PRODUCTS, INC.
New Paris, Indiana
Has been acquired by
The Ellis Company
And Cardinal Ventures
August 2000
Intermediary: Dan Replogle, Midwest Advisors
Applegate Steel
THE ELLIS COMPANY
The Ellis Company is a private capital firm located in Indiana. Its principle activity is the acquisition of Midwest businesses. Their objective is to buy well established, profitable businesses and provide them with additional capital and assistance with strategic planning. They like to retain the company’s name, identity, and independence. The Ellis Company and its partners own substantial interest in many companies.
APPLEGATE
The product lines under the Applegate and Ideal brands are recognized nationally throughout the agricultural industry. Applegate has four plants located in Indiana, Kentucky, and Iowa. Founded in 1955, Applegate Steel & Manufacturing Company has become a market leader that is highly respected for heavy duty livestock containment and feeding systems. Through vertical integration and the engineering of better designed products. Applegate has become a well-respected leader in its industry.
$9,000,000
APPLEGATE
Indiana, Kentucky & Iowa
The undersigned has acquired
Applegate Steel & Manufacturing Company, Inc.
and its affiliate, Ideal Stock Tank Company, Inc.,
through Midwest Business Brokers, Inc.
Merger Announcement: Three Rivers Archery Supply, Inc.
DJ ARCHERY OF WISCONSIN
The newly merged corporate entity will be known as Three Rivers Archery Supply, Inc., a Wisconsin corporation. The international headquarters is located in Indiana.
THREE RIVERS ARCHERY SUPPLY, INC.
The WORLD’S LARGEST supplier of traditional and primitive archery equipment.
The undersigned has merged with Three Rivers Archery Supply through Midwest Business Advisors
(The Merger and Acquisition Division of Midwest Business Brokers, Inc.)
Lawrence Construction Company
From one family owned business to another.
A Midwest leader in general contracting since 1978, Lawrence Construction Company has provided jobs to hundreds of Hoosiers and has been a bedrock for family values.
Dan Lawrence engaged Midwest Business Brokers, Inc. to broker the sale of two portfolio companies, including Angola Coach to a multi national firm and the Covington Bar & Grill to a prominent Fort Wayne family.
When you need the very best to build or remodel your next project contact Lawrence Construction Company at 260-497-0019 or www.lawrenceconstruction.com.
When you need the very best in professional business brokerage services to Buy, Sell, or Merge your business call MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC. at 800-636-7046 or 260-432-3000 www.midwest-brokers.com.
Dan Lawrence, President of Lawrence Construction Company is toasted by Dan and Julie Replogle, Owners of MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC., …To the “Incredible Success” of Lawrence Construction Company.
Sharon’s Diner
From the closing table at Fifth Third Bank.
The above picture captions restaurateurs, Ted and Tammy Toscos consummating the purchase of Sharon’s Diner from Stan Liddell and Todd Smith. The popular Fort Wayne Restaurant was Sold through Midwest Business Broker’s Inc.
Stan Liddell owns many businesses and real estate concerns including the market place of Canterbury and Piere’s, the largest and one of the most popular nightclubs in the Midwest. Todd Smith is Piere’s creative General Manager. Midwest Business Broker’s, Inc. has advised Stan Liddell on several of his portfolio companies.
For an outstanding meal visit Sharon’s Diner 260-969-0021 at the Market Place of Canterbury across from Piere’s. For outstanding entertainment and catered events contact Piere’s at 260-486-1979 or www.itsTheparty.com.
When you need the very best in professional business brokerage services to Buy, Sell, or Merge your business call MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC. at 800-636-7046 or 260-432-3000 www.midwest-brokers.com
Stan Liddell, Todd Smith, Ted and Tammy Toscos toast with Dan and Julie Replogle, Owners of MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC., …To the “incredible past and future success” of Sharon’s Diner.
A-1 Concrete Leveling & Foundation Repair
A-1 Concrete Leveling, America’s largest concrete leveler, with its patented technology can level sunken concrete for 50% – 70% less cost than new replacement concrete without tearing up the property. Commercial, residential, and municipal applications include driveways, sidewalks, patios, garages, steps, pool decks, foundations, leaning chimneys, bowed basement walls, airport runways and streets. All of A-1’s work is fully guaranteed and fully insured.
Tim Hill and Don Golden acquired their outstanding company through Midwest Business Brokers, Inc.
When you need the very best in professional concrete leveling and foundation repair call A-1 at 260-497-0808 or visit their web site at www.a1concrete.com.
When you need the very best in professional business brokerage services to Buy, Sell, or Merge your business call MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC. at 800-636-7046 or 260-432-3000 www.midwest-brokers.com
Tim Hill and Don Golden, Co-Owners of Indiana’s A-1 Concrete Leveling & Foundation Repair, are toasted by Dan and Julie Replogle, Owners of MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC., …To “A-1’s Incredible Success.”
Bob Mutton Party Rental & Event Planning
No one does it better than Bob Mutton Party Rental & Event Planning when it comes to event design/consulting and delivery/setup of party rental equipment and supplies.
Entrepreneur Bob Mutton sold his 14-acre reception and banquet business through Midwest Business Broker’s, Inc. It was one of several portfolio companies owned by Bob.
When you need the very best in organized event consulting and party rental equipment and supplies contact Bob Mutton Party Rental & Event Planning at 260-432-8636 or www.muttonrentals.com.
When you need the very best in professional business brokerage services to Buy, Sell, or Merge your business call MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC. at… 800-636-7046 or 260-432-3000 www.midwest-brokers.com
Bob Mutton, Owner of Bob Mutton Party Rental & Event Planning is toasted by Dan and Julie Replogle, Owners of MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC., …To “Bob’s Incredible Success.”
Misono Japanese Steak & Sushi Restaurant
Leon and Mindy Nguyen have created one of Fort Wayne’s finest and most unique dining experiences with their new contemporary Japanese cuisine. It is truly one of a kind with big city excitement and charm.
The advisory division of Midwest Business Broker’s Inc. represented Misono, Inc. in obtaining an Alcoholic Beverage Permit and in successfully negotiating Misono’s real estate lease agreement with a Dallas based private investment firm.
For an outstanding dining experience, visit Misono’s contemporary Japanese Steak & Sushi Bar Restaurant at 2882 E. Dupont Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46825 or call 260-416-0011 or visit www.misonousa.com.
For an outstanding professional advisory & brokerage services to Buy, Sell, or Merge your business call MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC. at… 800-636-7046 or 260-432-3000 www.midwest-brokers.com
Leon and Mindy Nguyen, Owners of Misono Japanese Steak & Sushi Restaurant, are toasted by Dan and Julie Replogle, Owners of MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC., …To “Bob’s Incredible Success.”
Color-All Technologies
Scott Pressler and Jay Yaney, two of Fort Wayne’s exciting new breed of entrepreneur have taken the body shop market to a new dimension. They have provided North East Indiana with a body shop on wheels. Their customers include dealerships, fleets, car rental companies and individuals who appreciate a faster, better service at less than half the cost.
Scott and Jay purchased their nationwide Color-All franchise through Midwest Business Brokers, Inc.
For a better idea in professional body shop services on wheels call: Color-All Technologies at 260-433-1133 or 260-341-6666 or visit www.colorall.com.
For great professional advisory & brokerage services to Buy, Sell, or Merge your business call MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC. at… 800-636-7046 or 260-432-3000 www.midwest-brokers.com
Scott Pressler and Jay Yaney, Co-Owners of Color-All Technologies, are toasted by Dan and Julie Replogle, Owners of MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC., …To “Color-All’s Incredible Success.”
Continental Computer Services, Inc.
Ralph Campagnone, one of Indiana’s leading hi tech entrepreneurs, has grown Continental Computer Services dramatically through Mergers Acquisitions since 1990.
Continental has acquired five companies through Midwest Business Brokers.
For a better idea in cost effective computer services and networking solutions call Continental Computer Services, Inc. at 260-432-4006 or www.ccservicesinc.com.
For great professional advisory & brokerage services to Buy, Sell, or Merge your business call MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC. at… 800-636-7046 or 260-432-3000 www.midwest-brokers.com
Ralph N. Compagnone, Owner of Continental Computer Services, Inc., is toasted by Dan and Julie Replogle, Owners of MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC., …To “Continental’s Incredible Success.”
Chop’s Steak & Seafood
Chuck & Kara Pastor, two of Fort Wayne’s finest restaurant managers acquired their outstanding restaurant & bar through MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC.
To have an unforgettable dining experience visit CHOP’S, 6421 W. Jefferson Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46804, 260-436-9115.
To Buy, Sell, or Merge your business call MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC. at… 800-636-7046 or 260-432-3000 www.midwest-brokers.com
Chuck & Kara Pastor, the new Owners of Chop’s Steak & Seafood are toasted by Dan and Julie Replogle, Owners of MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC., …To their “Incredible Success.”
Asphalt Maintenance Service, Inc.
Since 1981, Asphalt Maintenance Service (AMS) has become one of Indiana’s leading asphalt services, sealing and striping companies. Ancillary operations include commercial lot/street sweeping and snow removal divisions. AMS serves all sectors including commercial, residential and government.
In anticipation of semi-retirement, AMS founder, Tom Sherwood engaged Midwest Business Brokers, Inc. to find the best possible candidate to take over the helm of his beloved company. Rick & Laura Rohr with their impeccable qualifications, won out over a number of outstanding prospective buyers. During his semi-retirement Tom will assist Rick & Laura in continuing the world-class customer service that has become the hallmark of Asphalt Maintenance Service.
For the best in professional asphalt maintenance services call Asphalt Maintenance Service at 260-422-6068 or visit AMS at 1603 N. Harrison St., Fort Wayne, IN.
For the best in professional business brokerage services to Buy, Sell, or Merge your business call MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC. at… 800-636-7046 or 260-432-3000 www.midwest-brokers.com
Rick & Laura Rohr, the new owners of Asphalt Maintenance Service, Inc., are toasted by Dan and Julie Replogle, Owners of MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC., …To “the incredible past & future success of Asphalt Maintenance Service.”
The Ellis Company
Tom Ellis, Chairman & CEO of The Ellis Company, is one of Indiana’s most prolific entrepreneurs. The Ellis Company is a private capital firm founded by Tom for the purpose of buying well established, profitable businesses and then building them into bigger and better businesses.Two of The Ellis Company’s manufacturing firms were brokered through MIDWEST BUSINESS ADVISORS, the mergers and acquisitions arm of MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC. The two manufacturing firms were acquired for the sum total of $18,500,000.00
The Ellis Company can be reached at 260-459-1533 or at www.elliscompany.com.
To Buy, Sell, or Merge your business call MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC. at… 800-636-7046 or 260-432-3000 www.midwest-brokers.com
Tom Ellis, Chairman & CEO of The Ellis Company is toasted by Dan and Julie Replogle, Owners of MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC., …To “the incredible past & future success of Asphalt Maintenance Service.”
Midwest Precision Machining, Inc.
Midwest Precision Machining, Inc., (MPM) is one of N.E. Indiana’s fastest growing screw machining companies with value added services in plating,heat treating, anodizing, knurling, broad thread roll, tapping, recessing, o-ring insertion and light assembly.
MPM acquired the assets of H&Z Machining, Inc., with help from MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC.
For exceptional service and quality in precision machining call Midwest Precision Machining, Inc., at 260-459-6866 or visit them at mpminc@kconline.com.
For exceptional service and quality in business brokerage to Buy, Sell, or Merge your business call MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC. at… 800-636-7046 or 260-432-3000 www.midwest-brokers.com
Jeff & Jeanette Bernath, Owners of Midwest Precision Machining, Inc., are toasted by Dan and Julie Replogle, Owners of MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC., …To “the Incredible Success of MPM.”
House Doctors Handyman Service
Paul O’Shaughnessey, Owner of House Doctors Handyman Service with the help of his son Matt franchise is recognized as Allen County’s only nationally affiliated residential and commercial repair and remodeling handyman service.
Paul acquired House Doctors through MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC.
When you need the very best in professional handyman services call House Doctors at 260-482-9341 or www.housedoctors.com.
When you need the very best in professional business brokerage services to Buy, Sell, or Merge your business call MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC. at… 800-636-7046 or 260-432-3000 www.midwest-brokers.com
Paul O’Shaughnessey, Owner of House Doctors Handyman Service, and his Son, Matt are toasted by Dan and Julie Replogle, Owners of MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC., …To House Doctor’s “Incredible Success.”
Commercial Warehouse & Cartage, Inc.
Gregg & Karen have expanded CWC with value added warehousing including light manufacturing, packaging and transportation services located through out the U.S. with nearly 500 employees.
CWC engaged Midwest Business Advisors (Midwest Business Brokers, Inc.) to broker the merger of its Dallas Texas division, which was consummated this summer.
When you need the very best in value added commercial warehousing and logistics contact CWC Logistics at 260-426-7825 or www.cwclogon.com.
When you need the very best in professional business brokerage to Buy, Sell, or Merge your business call MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC. at… 800-636-7046 or 260-432-3000 www.midwest-brokers.com
Gregg & Karen Parrish, Owners of CWC Logistics (Commercial Warehouse & Cartage, Inc.) are toasted by Dan and Julie Replogle, Owners of MIDWEST BUSINESS BROKERS, INC., …To CWC’s “the incredible success.”