Monday, February 13, 2012

Chicago M&A Advisor Wins National Awards

Development Specialists, Inc. (DSI), a Chicago-based provider of management consulting and financial advisory services, received three M&A Advisor Turnaround Awards at the recent 6th Annual Turnaround Gala in Palm Beach, Fla. The ceremony recognizes the achievements of the world's leading mergers and acquisitions, financing and turnaround professionals.

DSI's three awards were the "Reorganization of the Year (Middle Market);" "Consumer and Retail Products (Over $50 Million) Sale of the Year;" and "Real Estate Deal of the Year (Under $500 Million)" categories.

DSI won the Reorganization of the Year for its work on the acquisition of HearUSA by Siemens Hearing Instruments. West Palm Beach. Fla-headquartered HearUSA was a leader in hearing care for the nation's managed care organizations selling a full line of hearing aid and related products. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in May 2011 and was subsequently sold at auction in September 2011 to Siemens.

Additionally, DSI was honored for its outstanding work in the sale and real estate deal of Frankfort, Illinois-based Gas City, Limited to multiple strategic buyers. Gas City Limited is the owner and operator of gasoline stations, truck stops, and convenience stores. The company filed for bankruptcy in October 2011 and was sold at auction in April 2011.

"These awards represent the breadth and depth of work we provide our clients," says Bill Brandt, DSI president and CEO. "We are honored that M&A Advisor has recognized us for our commitment to maximizing value for all stakeholders involved in this continuously challenging business environment."        

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