Specialized Elevator Services (CIVC Portfolio Company) Acquires 24 Hour Elevator
June 3, 2020
Specialized Elevator Services (SES), a CIVC Partners portfolio company, has acquired 24 Hour Elevator, the largest independent provider of elevator maintenance, repair and modernization services in the greater San Diego area. The founders/owners Ken Dixon, Bill Schassberger, and Chris Sommese will remain with and continue to manage the business as SES expands its presence in San Diego and across California.
- Buyers
- Specialized Elevator Services (SES), CIVC Partners, L.P.
- Targets
- 24 Hour Elevator, Inc.
- Sellers
- Ken Dixon, Bill Schassberger, Chris Sommese
- Platforms
- Specialized Elevator Services (SES)
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- California, United States
- Transaction Type
- Addon
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