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Generational Group Announces the Acquisition of DB Ricks Inc. by Uni-Select USA, Inc.
By Generational Group
02/03/2015
Generational Group, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately-held, middle-market businesses, is pleased to announce the acquisition of its client, DB Ricks Inc., located in Rochester, New York, by Uni-Select USA, Inc. The acquisition closed on January 12, 2015.
DB Ricks Inc. is a wholesaler of automotive parts and paint products operating out of the North East. The Company caters primarily to professional repair centers, providing filters, brake pads, rotors, ignitions, radiators, and many remanufactured products.
Managing Director Douglas Smith and his team, including affiliate George Nova and Vice President Ryan Johnson, led the Generational Group deal team that advised DB Ricks Inc. on the transaction.
“Location was a critical factor that made this acquisition a fit,” stated George Nova.
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.