We are thankful the Class VI (formerly known as CVA) team helped us find the right partners for our company’s future. From our very first meeting, all the way through to close, we knew Class VI was the right investment banking partner for us. They provided top notch service, attended to every detail, answered every question and met every need (many of which we weren’t even aware of) while running a well-executed process that yielded excellent value for us. We are grateful to the entire Class VI team for making what can be a difficult process for so many a truly enjoyable experience for us.

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Class VI (formerly known as CVA) did an outstanding job of understanding our objectives and requirements for a growth investor and paired us with an excellent partner. Socius brings experience that will greatly assist us in forging continued growth and success, all the while maintaining the company’s family values and dedication to our local community.

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Class VI (formerly known as CVA) was a perfect advisor for Colorado Components through this process to deliver a successful exit for Gemini, Timepiece and the Colorado Components management team. We are pleased to not only have completed a successful exit but also to have found a strategic partner in Wheel Pros.

Not only do they have tremendous M&A experience, but they are also just good people and a pleasure to work with. They had a great process to get us prepared to market and sell the business and did a wonderful job during the diligence phase of offloading a tremendous amount of work which allowed me to focus on running the business and making key decisions in the sales process.

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Not only do they have tremendous M&A experience, but they are also just good people and a pleasure to work with. They had a great process to get us prepared to market and sell the business and did a wonderful job during the diligence phase of offloading a tremendous amount of work which allowed me to focus on running the business and making key decisions in the sales process.

CVA thoughtfully represented Uinta, and brought a number of options us. Throughout the process they worked to ensure that the spirit of Uinta would be preserved and enhanced with our new partner. CVA's process worked exceptionally well….

Class VI (formerly known as CVA) was the guiding light for us throughout this process. Their bidder sourcing, positioning, and coaching were essential for us to negotiate the best deal. We have no doubt that we chose the right partner.

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When Eruptr approached us regarding a potential acquisition, we already had Class VI (formerly known as CVA) on our side for the previous 12 months, guiding and preparing us for a potential transaction. Class VI provided expert guidance throughout due diligence, negotiated aggressively on our behalf, and helped us achieve maximum value for our investors. I would recommend Class VI to any CEO considering M&A strategies.

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