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Nick Curci of Corporate Solutions consulted with me for nearly a year in advance of offering my trade show and trade magazine, Hotrod & Restoration to Bobit Business Media. His preliminary input and pre-offering advice assured the most favorable timing for the offering. His expertise and skillful communications with me and all prospective buyers made for a very smooth transaction. He worked very hard to identify and bring multiple, qualified buyers to the table.
This transaction went far smoother than I could ever have imagined and allowed me to continue to run my business day to day. Nick represented one of the most important business transactions I may ever go thru, absolutely seamlessly. I found all prospective buyers I had contact with toward the close of the sale had the same positive comments about working with Nick. Nick brought integrity and professional acumen to the process of selling my business. I highly recommend Nick Curci for trade magazine and trade show transactions… both on the seller or buyer side. He knows the market, he has solid insight , and partners well with his clients for the absolute most favorable outcome.
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I have had the opportunity to work with many professionals in the investment banking field over the last 25 years and found that Nick provided the highest level of advice, service and execution. From the very beginning of the process, Nick was able to help my team and me better understand the market opportunity for our company, the potential universe of buyers, and the best way to present our business. In the end, his original instincts and advice proved to be right on target. I would highly recommend Nick and Corporate Solutions to anyone seeking to sell their conference and on-line business.
Nick's help was invaluable in negotiating our transaction. He reached out to his network, representing the value of our company, and went to bat on our behalf. Nick, worked his magic not only soliciting interest but negotiating major transaction points so I could continue to focus on my number one job - producing successful events. Given the timing of everything - our largest event of the year and the closing of our transaction only weeks later - it's a credit to Nick that we were able to remain focused, surpassing all revenue forecasts with Nick simultaneously moving the transactional process forward. And yet throughout the process Nick was simply a phone call or email away, providing timely updates and direction where needed.
Corporate Solutions listened to my needs and produced a very smooth and successful transaction. By staying involved since my purchase of SpeechTEK and Speech Technology Magazine five years ago, Nick understood what was best for me and delivered results.
Nick Curci, President of Corporate Solutions represented our company in the sale of our 6 consumer shows in the home and sportsmen's field to AGI Events. Nick did a great job negotiating the deal for us, in fact he substantially increased the initial offer from the buyer. Nick did a remarkable job representing job presenting the event financials in such way that allowed us to maximize the value of the company. His experience was extremely helpful during the entire process, we sincerely would not have been able to close this deal without him. I would strongly recommend him to any consumer show producer when they are considering selling their events.
Nick Curci of Corporate Solutions represented my company in the sale of our Off Road Expo to Advanstar. Nick made the process seamless and was able to negotiate a great deal for us. His experience and in depth knowledge of the trade show business was invaluable. It is not often when you have a firm represent you with such professionalism and consistent quick response time for all communications. Nick was always there throughout the entire sales process and made himself available at all times even with our three hour time difference. If I were to sell another event in the future, I would not hesitate to call upon Corporate Solutions to represent us again.
Corporate Solutions represented my company in the sale of our 12 consumer shows to Affinity Group. They did a great job in negotiating the deal for us, Nick Curci understands the consumer show business on all levels and has the ability to get things done. I would highly recommend him to other consumer show owners who are considering selling their events.
I believe Nick Curci's well-positioned services provide a much-needed savvy,
fast-afoot,low cost option to the larger, stuffier and more expensive merger
consultants..This option works great for an entrepreneur with a smaller
project...Nick had the enviable accomplishment of selling the same trade show
twice...ShowBiz Expo..2000 and 2004.....His professional contacts,knowledge in
the field, flexibility, frankness is refreshing...Nick's ability to generate a
working buyer/seller contact in a matter of hours saves time, money and
aggravation...Nick Curci is an entrepreneur's dream and a pleasure to work
with.
Nick Curci and Corporate Solutions were instrumental in the entire process of selling our two tradeshows. With Nick's expertise and professional contacts throughout the industry, he was able to quickly find four very interested buyer prospects. He took the lead role in communicating and negotiating with each, at the same time keeping us very informed of all proceedings. Nick allowed us the time to carry on the day to day operations of the business, while he structured an agreement with the purchaser that best fit our corporate needs.
Corporate Solutions represented pulver.com in the sale of eight of our IP Communications related events to Key3Media. We were pleased with the services that were provided. Under the leadership of Nick Curci, the negotiations with the buyer went smoothly. Throughout the five month process, Nick was available, by phone, e-mail and personal visits to our office to advise us on various issues and developments. He contributed in all stages of the transaction including negotiating the letter of intent and the asset purchase agreement, managing the communications between us and the buyer, and managing the entire due diligence process. Having not been involved in the sale of an event before, we really did not know how to proceed, or what to expect. It is clear that Corporate Solutions found the right buyer for us, one that also opens up other related future business ventures going forward. I will highly recommend Corporate Solutions for similar M&A services to other event owners."
Corporate Solutions combines professionalism with personalized service. They are always very responsive to their clients' needs and have the requisite in-depth understanding of the dynamics and economics of the trade show industry.
The services of Corporate Solutions was critical to the success of our negotiation and purchase of Fun Expo. Nick Curci knows his business, is cool under pressure and is a man of his word. We couldn't have done it without him.
Corporate Solutions (Nick Curci) provided extraordinary service and invaluable insight to us with our initial investment in the trade show and publishing industries. The continued support from Corporate Solutions enables me to compete effectively in today's marketplace. They react immediately to my requests and follow through completely on all projects.
In an effort to sell our event, we found Corporate Solutions to be more than just an agent. They were advisors through the entire sales process and helped us achieve our goals.
Corporate Solutions has been an invaluable resource for Penton Media and Mecklermedia over the years. We have retained them for a number of successful executive searches, and sought their counsel on a variety of acquisition issues.
Corporate Solutions represented my company in the sale of our trade shows with superior results. Not only did I obtain a higher sales price for my events than I anticipated, but they made the process easy for me so I could continue to run my business. It actually only took three months from initial contact to closing. Nick Curci managed all aspects of the sale with a high level of integrity and professionalism.
Corporate Solutions represented us in the sale of one of our trade shows and a related trade magazine in the Speech Technology industry. Nick did a great job marketing the two businesses together, and ultimately obtaining our desired sales price. His experience was extremely helpful during the due diligence process. I would strongly recommend him to any trade show or trade magazine company for similar services.
Nick stepped in at a crucial time to help us get our accounting in order for our trade shows after our CFO left the company. He evaluated the current accounting system and procedures and recommended changes that gave us better reporting and controls. He set up a new profit and loss reporting system and budget process that enabled us to more accurately analyze results and plan for the future.
I have known Nick Curci for more than 20 years. He has been instrumental in assisting the Export Division's search for qualified candidates here at Reed Exhibition Companies. Nick has a tremendous understanding of the trade show industry, and maximizes his networking abilities to deliver the best talent we need to grow our business.
IALEI (The International Association for the Leisure and Entertainment Industry) needed a person to help it negotiate a purchase due to unusual circumstances. The association sent out feelers for recommendations and Nick Curci came back with a strong recommendation.
Throughout the entire, difficult, negotiation process Nick Curci was a professional in every respect. Nick worked closely with the Association to plan and execute the negotiations, explained each course of action and reaction and helped guide the Association to a successful conclusion that actually brought the final price lower than we had initially anticipated.
As Past President of IALEI I was elected to act as a go between for the Association and Nick Curci during the entire negotiation process. Although I can't speak officially for the Association I can for myself and in that capacity can say unequivocally and without any reservations that I would hire Nick Curci in a minute to help me again. Not only that but through the process, although I have never met Nick personally, I feel that I know him well and could count on him again as a friend and as a professional.
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