Class VI Partners (“Class VI”) is pleased to announce the acquisition of American DataBank (“ADB”) by DISA Global Solutions (“DISA”). Class VI served as the exclusive financial advisor to ADB.
“ADB’s story is full of entrepreneurial instinct and incredibly hard work,” said Cameron McCaslin, Vice President at Class VI. “It is very rare to encounter a business that has never experienced a down year in its history. Toshi accomplished that with ADB, a testament to the adaptability and focus of Toshi and his management team. We are honored to play a small role in helping ADB find the right partner to care for its employees and provide the strategic guidance to fuel its next phase of growth.”
ADB Founder and CEO Toshi Akiyama commented, “Building American DataBank from the ground up has been an incredible journey, filled with challenges, growth, and unwavering dedication from our team. I am deeply grateful to our management team, employees, clients, and partners who have supported us along the way. The decision to join forces with DISA was made with the future in mind—to ensure continued innovation and excellence in compliance management. I am confident that DISA is the right partner to carry forward our mission, and I look forward to seeing the next chapter unfold with the same passion and commitment that built ADB.”
He continued, “I also want to extend my sincere appreciation to the Class VI team. Their expertise, strategic guidance, and commitment made this transition seamless. They took the time to truly understand our values and vision, ensuring we found the right partner. Their professionalism and insight were invaluable throughout this process. Without the Class VI team, it wouldn’t have been possible to get to where we are now.”
Zack Gibson, Managing Director at Class VI, had this to say: “Toshi and his team built an outstanding business for 26 years, and we are immensely grateful for the opportunity to assist them in navigating this transaction. American DataBank exemplifies entrepreneurial success through perseverance, innovation, and operational excellence. We look forward to watching the continued growth and success of the business under this new partnership.”
Founded in Denver, Colorado in 1999 by Toshi Akiyama, ADB now employs over 100 employees and provides software-enabled compliance management for students in healthcare education programs. ADB’s branded solution, Complio, is a mathematically based algorithm that was carefully crafted over 15 years, earning ADB incredible customer loyalty and creating an enormous barrier to entry in the market.
DISA Global Solutions is a leading provider of comprehensive screening and compliance services, including background checks, drug and alcohol testing, occupational health services, and ongoing monitoring. Founded in 1986, DISA supports 55,000 clients, including 30% of Fortune 500 companies, in maintaining a safe and compliant work environment. With a heavy focus on compliance, it’s easy to see why industries such as healthcare, energy, construction, and transportation trust DISA.
The transaction closed on January 1, 2025. Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP served as legal counsel to American DataBank. Foley & Lardner LLP served as the legal advisor to DISA Global Solutions.
For more information about the transaction, please contact Cameron McCaslin at (303) 243-5610 or cmccaslin@classvipartners.com and Paul Zetterberg at (303) 243-5605 or pzetterberg@classvipartners.com.
About Class VI Partners
Class VI provides middle-market investment banking services, including mergers and acquisitions advisory, corporate advisory, business valuation, and private capital raising services through its affiliate, Class VI Securities, LLC and Member FINRA. Class VI is also affiliated with and offers wealth management services through Class VI Family Office, LLC, a Registered Investment Adviser with the Securities & Exchange Commission.
Toshi Akiyama, Founder and CEO of ADB, is a client of Class VI Partners and is not being compensated for sharing their opinion and experience with the firm. Any compensation creates a conflict of interest. Comments by Toshi Akiyama may not be representative of any other person’s experience with the firm and are no guarantee of future performance or success.
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