Crown Services, Incorporated Transaction from Brereton, Hanley & Co.

Crown Services, Incorporated

“It has been a privilege working with Brandt over the past two plus years. Crown Services, Inc. enlisted his expertise in two specific areas. Crown Services being a start up consolidation entity needed funding and acquisitions of new companies. Both Brandt and Bill were instrumental and successful in these two areas. In regards to the funding, they handled the entire process from contacting potential investors, and handling many legal issues through the final funding. They worked closely with our CEO and CFO on many of our mergers and acquisitions, as well. They performed the due diligence looking into all aspects of the business and made recommendations to the board regarding which acquisitions to pursue and which ones to avoid. They handled many of the negotiations and assisted with the proper paperwork.

In my opinion both Brandt and Bill are men of integrity who will do exactly what they propose. They are honest and above reproach. They will go the extra mile to help in any business situation and are well-connected and highly effective businessmen.

Crown Services, Inc. was not a successful IPO. The timing, economy, and the market worked against us. Brandt and Bill successfully completed their work for us, however, and assisted me personally throughout the process.”

Mark Lauback

Cygnet Labs

“Brereton, Hanley & Co., Inc. worked with Cygnet Laboratories to put together a package that was used for presentation to potential investors.

A considerable amount of time was expended by them in a due diligence process which produced information that was used to prepare a professional multi-level documentation set. Material was selectively distributed to interested parties, as they were successively qualified for additional levels of detail.

Thorough and regular reporting not only gave us numbers regarding contacts and documentation distribution, but also provided us with details regarding the nature of responses received. I was impressed by the extent to which they could advance the process without requiring the involvement of company executives.

I am pleased to recommend Brereton, Hanley & Co., Inc. to any company that wishes to be represented by a creative, resourceful and hard-working merger and acquisition team.”

William D. Long, Chairman and CEO

Data Image Systems Corporation (DISC)

“I interviewed a number of merger and acquisition companies before selecting Brereton, Hanley & Co., Inc. to represent Data - Image Systems Corporation (DISC). DISC is a very diversified hybrid company and my concern was finding representation from a company that would be willing to learn our business, create and document a professional package and bring in qualified buyers.

Brandt, you and Bill took the time to come in and learn our business, and the documentation on our company that you prepared for distribution far exceeded our expectations. Nearly every company that you have introduced us to has praised the thoroughness in which our company story has been prepared.

We are extremely impressed with your knowledge of what public buyers are looking for and your ability to communicate and create interest with them in our company.

I feel we have received professional investment banking level services from your firm with far greater detail than I would have expected to get from a traditional investment banker. I highly recommend your services to any company desiring to sell.”

Merlin Shoemaker, CEO

Equitax

“It is rare, in today’s business environment, to find a firm and individuals of the caliber exhibited by you and your company. The ethics, diligence, perseverance and marketing strategy you employed and demonstrated made my transaction an outstanding success, one which I am confident would not have been duplicated elsewhere.

The process flowed from start to finish, much in the fashion you described at the onset. Even so, the personal attention you afforded us made the merger easier for me and the staff at EQUITAX.

Thank you for the exceptional representation and results provided by Brereton, Hanley & Company. It would be my sincere pleasure to personally recommend your services.”

John Petrak, President

Municipal Resource Consultants

“While we were not for sale, Brereton, Hanley approached us with a brilliantly conceived strategic buyer for our business and represented us very well in the process. We felt our business was “un-sellable”, given its uniqueness, until you presented us with MBIA’s market strategy and why they needed us so badly.

You weren’t cheap, but you were worth it! Thank you for your hard work. I am pleased to speak to anyone evaluating your services. ”

John Austin, President

Sturdy Pet Products, Incorporated

“It was a pleasure to work with Bill and Brandt Brereton of Brereton, Hanley & Co., Inc.

We found Bill and Brandt to be sincere and quick to understand our business so to fairly represent it to prospective investors. They are very through and efficient in their analysis of where/how the business fits in the market. Their approach to presenting our business has been very effective in getting the attention of qualified persons and businesses.

In our opinion, Brereton, Hanley & Co., Inc. is very professional with a personal touch.”

Charles Glahn, President

Tri-Duncan Farms (Cal-Organic)

“You took the time to help us fully understand the strategic dilemma we faced and what financial alternatives we had. Despite the 18-month sale process, you never gave up and you impressed us with your ethic.

What I appreciated the most was when you told the buyer it was unacceptable for us to carry back paper in the deal even before you conveyed their request to me. Telling me what not to do that day was valuable advice and I respect and trust you for it. You are also a gifted negotiator, Brandt; we would not have been able to negotiate the purchase price you did.

I know we will have a lifetime relationship as a result of your service. If I can be of further service as a reference, please let me know.”

Danny Duncan

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Crown Services, Incorporated “It has been a privilege working with Brandt over the past two plus years. Crown Services, Inc. enlisted his expertise in two specific areas. Crown Services being a start up consolidation entity needed funding and acquisitions of new companies. Both Brandt and Bill were instrumental and successful in these two areas. In regards to the funding, they handled the entire process from contacting potential investors, and handling many legal issues through the final funding. They worked closely with our CEO and CFO on many of our mergers and acquisitions, as well. They performed the due diligence looking into all aspects of the business and made recommendations to the board regarding which acquisitions to pursue and which ones to avoid. They handled many of the negotiations and assisted with the proper paperwork. In my opinion both Brandt and Bill are men of integrity who will do exactly what they propose. They are honest and above reproach. They will go the extra mile to help in any business situation and are well-connected and highly effective businessmen. Crown Services, Inc. was not a successful IPO. The timing, economy, and the market worked against us. Brandt and Bill successfully completed their work for us, however, and assisted me personally throughout the process.” Mark Lauback Cygnet Labs “Brereton, Hanley & Co., Inc. worked with Cygnet Laboratories to put together a package that was used for presentation to potential investors. A considerable amount of time was expended by them in a due diligence process which produced information that was used to prepare a professional multi-level documentation set. Material was selectively distributed to interested parties, as they were successively qualified for additional levels of detail. Thorough and regular reporting not only gave us numbers regarding contacts and documentation distribution, but also provided us with details regarding the nature of responses received. I was impressed by the extent to which they could advance the process without requiring the involvement of company executives. I am pleased to recommend Brereton, Hanley & Co., Inc. to any company that wishes to be represented by a creative, resourceful and hard-working merger and acquisition team.” William D. Long, Chairman and CEO Data Image Systems Corporation (DISC) “I interviewed a number of merger and acquisition companies before selecting Brereton, Hanley & Co., Inc. to represent Data - Image Systems Corporation (DISC). DISC is a very diversified hybrid company and my concern was finding representation from a company that would be willing to learn our business, create and document a professional package and bring in qualified buyers. Brandt, you and Bill took the time to come in and learn our business, and the documentation on our company that you prepared for distribution far exceeded our expectations. Nearly every company that you have introduced us to has praised the thoroughness in which our company story has been prepared. We are extremely impressed with your knowledge of what public buyers are looking for and your ability to communicate and create interest with them in our company. I feel we have received professional investment banking level services from your firm with far greater detail than I would have expected to get from a traditional investment banker. I highly recommend your services to any company desiring to sell.” Merlin Shoemaker, CEO Equitax “It is rare, in today’s business environment, to find a firm and individuals of the caliber exhibited by you and your company. The ethics, diligence, perseverance and marketing strategy you employed and demonstrated made my transaction an outstanding success, one which I am confident would not have been duplicated elsewhere. The process flowed from start to finish, much in the fashion you described at the onset. Even so, the personal attention you afforded us made the merger easier for me and the staff at EQUITAX. Thank you for the exceptional representation and results provided by Brereton, Hanley & Company. It would be my sincere pleasure to personally recommend your services.” John Petrak, President Municipal Resource Consultants “While we were not for sale, Brereton, Hanley approached us with a brilliantly conceived strategic buyer for our business and represented us very well in the process. We felt our business was “un-sellable”, given its uniqueness, until you presented us with MBIA’s market strategy and why they needed us so badly. You weren’t cheap, but you were worth it! Thank you for your hard work. I am pleased to speak to anyone evaluating your services. ” John Austin, President Sturdy Pet Products, Incorporated “It was a pleasure to work with Bill and Brandt Brereton of Brereton, Hanley & Co., Inc. We found Bill and Brandt to be sincere and quick to understand our business so to fairly represent it to prospective investors. They are very through and efficient in their analysis of where/how the business fits in the market. Their approach to presenting our business has been very effective in getting the attention of qualified persons and businesses. In our opinion, Brereton, Hanley & Co., Inc. is very professional with a personal touch.” Charles Glahn, President Tri-Duncan Farms (Cal-Organic) “You took the time to help us fully understand the strategic dilemma we faced and what financial alternatives we had. Despite the 18-month sale process, you never gave up and you impressed us with your ethic. What I appreciated the most was when you told the buyer it was unacceptable for us to carry back paper in the deal even before you conveyed their request to me. Telling me what not to do that day was valuable advice and I respect and trust you for it. You are also a gifted negotiator, Brandt; we would not have been able to negotiate the purchase price you did. I know we will have a lifetime relationship as a result of your service. If I can be of further service as a reference, please let me know.” Danny Duncan Return to Top of Page [ Home \| Our Firm \| Services \| Past Transactions \| Research and Resources \| Contact Us ] Brereton, Hanley and Company, Inc. One Market Plaza Suite 3600 San Francisco, CA 94105-1120 Phone: (408) 938-9255 Fax: (408) 938-9259