CriticalPoint Advises ACI Logistix on Its Merger with FirstMile and Sendle to Form FAST Group

Key Takeaways CriticalPoint served as the exclusive M&A advisor to ACI Logistix during its merger with FirstMile and Sendle. The transaction resulted in the formation of FAST Group, a comprehensive logistics ecosystem backed by Federation Asset Management. This merger creates a unified platform for small parcel distribution, scaling across the U.S., Australia, and Canada. CriticalPoint […]

CriticalPoint Strengthens Commitment to Technology Sector with Two Senior Investment Banking Team Hires

CriticalPoint, a trusted platform of tailored financial solutions combining the best of Investment Banking and Private Capital, is pleased to announce the addition of Doug Gonsalves as Managing Director, Technology Investment Banking, and Paulette Soetanto as Director, Technology Investment Banking. The strategic addition of these two seasoned professionals will strengthen CriticalPoint’s M&A expertise in the […]

CriticalPoint Advises Marine Equipment Solutions, a Portfolio Company of CenterGate Capital, on Its Acquisition of Pacific Gulf Wire Rope

September 11, 2025 – CriticalPoint is pleased to announce that it served as exclusive financial advisor to Marine Equipment Solutions (“MES”), a portfolio company of CenterGate Capital, on its acquisition of Pacific Gulf Wire Rope, Inc. (“Pacific Gulf”). Headquartered in Belle Chasse, La., Pacific Gulf Wire Rope is a recognized supplier of wire rope, slings, […]

CriticalPoint Advises Addtronics, a Portfolio Company of Kaho Partners, on Their Acquisition of DAC International, Inc.

August 29, 2025 – CriticalPoint is pleased to announce that it served as the exclusive financial advisor to Addtronics, LLC (“Addtronics”), a portfolio company of Kaho Partners, on its acquisition of DAC International, Inc. (“DAC”). Located in Carpinteria, Calif., DAC offers a range of specialty products and solutions, including ultra-precision equipment, CNC lathes, precision blocking […]

CriticalPoint Advises Secur-Serv, a Portfolio Company of Transom Capital, on Their Acquisition of Micro-Data Systems

August 29, 2025 – CriticalPoint is pleased to announce that it served as exclusive financial advisor to Secur-Serv, a portfolio company of Transom Capital, on its acquisition of Micro-Data Systems (“MDS”). Headquartered in Holmdel, N.J., MDS builds, implements, monitors, and supports technology and security infrastructures that allow organizations to focus on their core operations. For […]

Los Angeles Business Journal Recognizes CriticalPoint Managing Directors Joe Onwuegbusi, Nick Cipiti, and Mike Vehaskari as 2025 Leaders of Influence

CriticalPoint (“CriticalPoint”) is pleased to announce that Joe Onwuegbusi, Nick Cipiti, and Mike Vehaskari have been selected as “2025 Leaders of Influence: Banking & Finance” by the Los Angeles Business Journal (“LABJ”). The LABJ’s annual list profiles notable investment bankers for outstanding leadership and accomplishments in the banking and finance sector, as well as their […]

Preparing Your Business for an M&A Transaction

Why Advance Planning is the Key to a Successful Exit A successful merger or acquisition isn’t just about getting the right price—it’s about executing a strategy that protects long-term wealth, minimizes tax exposure, and supports a fulfilling life after the sale. The difference between a smooth and rewarding transaction and one that breeds regret often […]

Affiliates of CriticalPoint Acquire Pura Vida Bracelets from Vera Bradley, Inc.

Ryan Heuser, Co-Founder and Former President of Paul Frank Industries, Is Pura Vida’s New CEO June 24th, 2025 – Affiliates of CriticalPoint announced today the acquisition of consumer wearables brand Pura Vida© Bracelets (“Pura Vida”) from Vera Bradley, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRA). Under CriticalPoint’s ownership and operational expertise, Ryan Heuser, co-founder and former president of Paul […]

CriticalPoint Advises Tool-Gauge and Machine Works, Inc. on its Sale to DEMGY Group

June 17th, 2025 – CriticalPoint is pleased to announce that it served as the exclusive financial advisor to Tool-Gauge and Machine Works, Inc. (“Tool-Gauge”) in connection with the sale of its assets to DEMGY Pacific, LLC, a member of the DEMGY Group (“DEMGY”). Based in Tacoma, Wash., Tool-Gauge is a Tier 1/Tier 2 supplier of […]

CriticalPoint Advises COMQUEST in connection with its Sale to TrueLearn, a portfolio company of LLR Partners

June 13th, 2025– CriticalPoint, a trusted platform for tailored financial solutions, is pleased to announce that it served as exclusive financial advisor to COMQUEST Osteopathic Specialists, LLC (“COMQUEST”), a respected test preparation resource in the osteopathic education community, in connection with its sale to TrueLearn, a leading healthcare digital learning and analytics platform and portfolio […]