
Generational Group Announces the Acquisition of Something Unique, Inc. by Envision Tees
By Generational Group
02/02/2016
Generational Group, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately-held, middle-market businesses, is pleased to announce the acquisition of its client, Something Unique, Inc., headquartered in Denison, Iowa, by Envision Tees (Envision), headquartered in Dubuque, Iowa. The acquisition closed on January 26, 2016.
“We have been focused on growing our services offered and customers locally and regionally,” said Tom Rauen, owner of Envision.
“We’re extremely happy to offer existing clients of Something Unique with a great customer experience and look forward to serving the Denison area along with western Iowa,” Rauen said.
Something Unique offers custom apparel, awards, signs and promotional products to corporate clients, small businesses, schools and events.
Managing Director Michael Goss and his team, including affiliate Chris Barnard and Todd McGreevey, and Vice President Bryan Gooden, led the Generational Group deal team that advised Something Unique on the transaction.
“Geography was going to be the largest challenge for finding a great fit for the business the Kitts had built,” stated Chris Barnard.
“Fortunately, Tom Rauen’s vision is statewide and the chemistry between the buyer and seller’s leadership styles as well as the Kitt’s strong client list made this a very strategic acquisition despite the geographic challenge.”
About Generational
Generational Group, headquartered in Dallas, TX, is a leading, award winning full-service M&A advisory firm. Generational has over 300 professionals across 16 offices in North America. The firm empowers business owners to unlock the full value of their companies through a comprehensive suite of services—including strategic growth consulting, exit planning education, business valuation, value enhancement strategies, M&A advisory, digital solutions, and wealth management.
Celebrating its 20th year, Generational has successfully closed over 1,700 transactions and has ranked #1 or #2 in all LSEG league tables for deals valued between $25 million and $500 million in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
The firm was named 2024 USA Investment Banking Firm of the Year by the Global M&A Network and recognized as Investment Banking Firm of the Year by The M&A Advisor in both 2024 and 2022.