Press Releases

Read VR Business Brokers of Charlotte’s press releases below to learn more about recently closed deals, awards, and much more.

Dish It Out Pottery Painting Studio, a Charlotte NC based retailer, has been sold to new owners, with the assistance of VR Business Sales of Charlotte. Attracting families from throughout the greater Charlotte area, the 23-year-old business enables customers to select from a wide variety of pottery pieces, from mugs to dishes, and from turtles to dinosaurs.  They paint them as they choose and then leave the painted pieces with trusted store associates for glazing. …

VR Mergers and Acquisitions announces the successful acquisition of a Bartlett Controls, Inc., a manufacturers rep and distributor of the finest products from industry leaders to the Natural Gas, Power and Industrial markets to Compass Group Equity Partners, based in St. Louis, MO. “When we were approached about selling our company, I was not sure who I could find to represent me. I was referred to Adam Petricoff at VR Mergers & Acquisitions. It became …

June 2023

The Charlotte location of Relax The Back, a 25+ year leader in specialty health and wellness products, has been sold with facilitation by Randy Mitchell of VR Business Sales of Charlotte.

August 2023

The Flying Locksmiths of Greater Charlotte, a franchise unit of a nationwide provider of commercial locksmith and security services, has officially been sold to new owners, with the assistance of VR Business Sales of Charlotte and Senior Broker, Randy Mitchell.

June 2023

Rutter’s Rod Shop, an award-winning hot rod and car building shop in Hickory NC, has been sold with the assistance of VR Mergers & Acquisitions of Charlotte.

Charlotte, NC | July 2022

Golf Etc Tech Studio, a Monroe, NC based company that is a Golf instruction and equipment sales-based business, has officially been sold to new owners, with the assistance of VR Business Brokers of Charlotte. Golf Etc Tech Studio owned by Karl & Carol Siebel is a privately held business targeting golfers of all abilities who are looking for instruction and custom club fitting.  When the owners started this company in 2006, they saw an opportunity …

Charlotte, NC | June 2022

Two high-performing Charlotte locations of Edible Arrangements have been sold with the assistance of VR Business Brokers of Charlotte. Former “Franchisee of the Year” Jim Echols and his son Jason Echols had owned their locations since 2006.  The business provides an assortment of freshly made fruit and chocolate gifts or treats in “helping people all over the world celebrate life’s most special moments”.  The two locations were ranked among the highest performing stores in the …

Charlotte, NC | June 2022

Darrell’s Garage, a long-time automobile service, and repair shop in Gastonia, NC, has been sold with the assistance of VR Business Brokers of Charlotte.  Founded in 1972, and owned for the last thirty years by Terry Gregoire, the business provides a variety of auto maintenance and repair services. Said Gregoire of his experience working with VR Business Brokers and Senior Advisor Randy Mitchell, “I had never sold a business before and had no idea where …

Charlotte, NC | June 2022

North Sails Group is pleased to announce the addition of Yacht Scoring to its family. Founded in 2006 by Luiz Kahl, Yacht Scoring is an easy-to-use yet powerful web-based race management and scoring tool used by hundreds of yacht clubs and race organizers around the globe. Kahl, who passed away unexpectedly in 2021, was a software developer by trade, a competitive sailboat racer, and a passionate race committee volunteer. This addition to North Sails Group …

Charlotte, NC | April 2022

Metrolina Woodworks, a Stallings, NC-based custom fabricated architectural millwork and casework company that has been working with businesses and contractors for decades in the Charlotte metro area, has officially been sold to a new owner, Zach Gaddy, with the assistance of VR Business Brokers of Charlotte.

Charlotte, NC | April 2022

DeRhodes Construction, a Charlotte NC based remodeling and general construction company that has been working with homeowners in the Charlotte metro area for over 15 years, has officially been sold to new owners, Lindsey and Jason deBuhr, with the assistance of VR Business Brokers of Charlotte. Started in 2006, Eddie DeRhodes has focused on taking care of their clients’ remodeling and construction projects. Eddie is ready to slow down a little to focus on traveling …

Charlotte, NC | February 26, 2022

Love and Kisses Pet Sitting, a Charlotte-area dog-walking and pet sitting business, has been sold with the assistance of VR Business Brokers of Charlotte.  Founded in 2006 by Maureen McCarthy, after she had been unable to secure safe and responsible care for her own dog, L&K grew rapidly over the years to serve hundreds of furry friends and their “pet parents” all over south Charlotte and Union County.  Their pet sitters provide trusted care to …

Charlotte, NC | December 2021

Simply Skin, an 18-year-old business specializing in skincare aesthetic procedures delivering a high level of quality and service in advanced skincare treatments, has officially sold to new owner Nicole Calhoun with the assistance of VR Mergers & Acquisitions of Charlotte, NC. Established in 2003 by Rita Meeks, Simply Skin has grown into a foothold of the Charlotte market. Rita has always emphasized a quality product and a high level of customer service. Rita relocated out …

Mooresville, NC | June 2021

Going Twice, a Mooresville, NC consignment business specializing in furniture and home accessories, was officially sold to new owners Susan L. Steeves-Dobias and Scott Dobias with the assistance of VR Mergers & Acquisitions of Charlotte, NC. The business provides consignment services in the greater Cornelius/Lake Norman area. Owners Debra and Eric Pfeifer grew the business into the go-to consignment store of the market area providing quality products and a high level of customer service. Having …

Charlotte, NC | June 2021

Triangle Tile and Stone of North Carolina, a Raleigh, NC-based company that is a market leader in high-end tile for consumers, designers, and the home building trades, has been sold to new owners, with the assistance of VR Business Brokers of Charlotte. Ross Garlington of Geo’s Marble and Granite, in Raleigh, purchased the business to expand their service offerings.

Charlotte, NC | February 2021

RSVP of Charlotte, a Charlotte NC based company that is a market leader in luxury direct mail to affluent consumers, has officially been sold to new owners, with the assistance of VR Business Brokers of Charlotte. RSVP of Charlotte is a national direct mail product targeting affluent consumers who are looking for high-end products and services for their homes. Since 1985, RSVP has been helping tens of thousands of business owners promote their businesses to …

Charlotte, NC | December 2020

Charlotte, NC – VR Business Brokers is pleased to announce that Adam Petricoff has achieved the Certified Mergers & Acquisition Professional (CM&AP) certification. This education focuses on the special interests of M&A intermediaries serving private companies in the middle market, and business owners preparing for acquisition or sale. Additionally, Adam holds the prestigious CBI (Certified Business Intermediary) designation.

Charlotte, NC | December 2020

Charlotte, NC –The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) is pleased to announce that Randy Mitchell of VR Business Brokers of Charlotte has earned the prestigious Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) designation. The CBI, which represents the gold standard in the business brokerage industry, is granted to individuals who complete required course work, pass an extensive competency exam, and agree to uphold the IBBA’s Professional Standards and Code of Ethics.

Denver, NC | November 2020

Started 20 years ago, Denver-based Screen Enc has been sold to new owners with the assistance of VR Business Brokers/Mergers & Acquisitions of Charlotte NC. Screen Enc serves homeowners and home builders throughout the greater Charlotte area in providing high-quality screen enclosures, as well as motorized screens and glass railings.  Jeff and Beth David started the business when they saw an opportunity in a unique underserved niche.  “Builders disliked doing this kind of detailed work.  …

Mooresville, NC | November 2020

Carolina Recreation & Design a Mooresville, NC based company that distributes and installs playgrounds, splash pads, shelters, and many other products, has officially been sold to new owners with the assistance of VR Business Brokers. Carolina Recreation & Design was started by Don Hemingway in 2013 after spending 10 years in the recreation equipment industry working for a supplier. He quickly grew the company to cover North and South Carolina, as well as Virginia. As …

Charlotte, NC | October 2020

Bark Busters South Charlotte, a 17-year-old Charlotte, NC based franchise, has been sold to a new owner with the assistance of VR Business Brokers. Christie Price started the franchise unit in 2003, providing dog owners throughout south Charlotte with exceptional guidance and one-on-one in-home training.  The Bark Busters franchise has trained hundreds of owners and hundreds of thousands of dogs around the world.  Said Price, “The Bark Busters approach to training is very unique. It’s …

Cornelius, NC | June 2020

Consignment LKN, a Mooresville, NC consignment store located in Mooresville Festival Shopping Center, has officially been sold to new owners Laurie and Allen Reavis with the assistance of VR Mergers & Acquisitions.  Consignment LKN, open for more than ten years in their 15,000 square foot location, has provided consignment service primarily specializing in furniture and furniture accessories. Owner Denise Slagh has grown the business into the go-to consignment store of the market area providing quality …

Charlotte, NC | May 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 20, 2020 –(Charlotte, North Carolina) –The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) has recognized Charlotte, NC based business broker, Adam Petricoff,  a Certified Business Intermediary, (CBI) with the Chairman’s Circle for exceptional achievement in 2019 as part of its Member Excellence Awards Program.

Charlotte, NC | March 2020

Cell Phone Repair Now, an independent Waxhaw NC retailer, has been sold to a new owner through the services of VR Business Brokers of Charlotte.  The company provides products and services in the repairs of mobile phones, iPad, and other related devices.

Charlotte, NC | February 2020

Elite Roofing & Construction, a Charlotte, NC company with additional offices in Hickory and Boone has officially been sold to new owners with the assistance of VR Business Brokers.

Charlotte, NC | January 2020

Just in time for the membership growth that typically coincides with the new year, a two-year-old unit of the Anytime Fitness franchise family was recently sold in Charlotte with the assistance of VR Business Brokers of Charlotte. Randy Mitchell served as broker in the transaction. With over 3,500 locations, on seven continents, Anytime Fitness has been named the Fastest Growing Fitness Club in the World. The gym is a pioneer in the concept of minimal staffing requirements …

Salisbury, NC | January 2020

Gupton Land Clearing, a Salisbury, NC company has officially been sold to new owners with the assistance of VR Business Brokers. Gupton Land Clearing is a regional leader in land clearing services for energy right of way, Department of Transportation right of way and site preparation projects. The business has been run successfully operated and managed by Rennie Gupton since 1985. Her son Barry Gupton had recently rejoined the company to help assist in the …

Asheville, NC | November 2019

Farm To Home Milk, a dairy products distributor based in Asheville, has added new executive leadership with the assistance of VR Business Brokers of Charlotte. Founded in 2012, Farm To Home Milk delivers an assortment of locally-sourced, natural, and healthy food products throughout the Carolina’s. Some products are delivered directly to the homes of consumers, while others are distributed to area restaurants and grocery stores. Patrick McNamara, a former food industry executive with considerable grocery …

Charlotte, NC | October 2019

Art Space Studios, a paint-your-own pottery and glass fusing studio, located in Charlotte NC, has been sold with the assistance of VR Business Brokers of Charlotte. Founded in 2007 by Hillary Moulliet, and located in the Rivergate Center, the business has long been recognized as a customer-focused studio that provides creative assistance and guidance as customers create their own works of art.

Matthews, NC | September 2019

Home Technology Solutions Inc., a Matthews, NC electronics integration company, has officially been sold to a new owner with the assistance of VR Business Brokers. Home Technology Solutions, Inc. specializes in home theater, home automation, audio-video, and control systems throughout Charlotte and all surrounding areas for residential and commercial projects. Started by brother Rene Robaina and David Robaina over 18 years ago, the company focuses on clients’ needs in both the residential and commercial markets. …

Fort Mill, SC | June 2019

Encore Dance Studios, with locations in Fort Mill and Lancaster South Carolina, has officially been sold to a new owner with the assistance of VR Business Brokers. Encore Dance Studios specializes in both recreation and competitive dance students has been serving the needs of its clients and families for over 20 years. Started by Mandi Little in 1998, Mandi has had lots of fun working with hundreds of students and their families but felt it was …

Waxhaw, NC | June 2019

Cooper Landscaping, located in Waxhaw, North Carolina, has officially been sold to a new owner with the assistance of VR Business Brokers. Cooper Landscaping  specializes in providing superior service to clients who did not want to handle their own lawn service, including mowing, edging, trimming shrubbery, and fertilizer applications. Started by AG Cooper in 2001, AG Cooper has had lots of fun working with hundreds of clients over the years but felt it was time …

Charlotte, NC | May 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 25, 2019 –(Charlotte, North Carolina) – Adam Petricoff of VR Business Brokers Charlotte, NC is the recipient of the Chairman’s Circle Award given out by the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) during its annual conference in Orlando, Fla. on May 11. The Chairman’s Circle Award recognizes those who closed one or more business deals amounting to $3 million and above in total purchase price during the 2018 calendar year. “As …

Charlotte, NC | June 2019

The Salisbury, North Carolina, franchise location of The Cleaning Authority was recently sold with the assistance of VR Business Brokers of Charlotte. The Cleaning Authority franchise, with headquarters in Columbia, Maryland, is one of the nation’s leading providers of residential home cleaning services with more than 200 locations. The Salisbury location had been owned by Cathy Garret for nearly 10 years. For nearly a year, Cathy tried unsuccessfully to sell the business through both her …

Charlotte, NC | May 2019

Hoodz of Greater Charlotte, a franchised provider of commercial kitchen cleaning services, has been sold to a new owner with the assistance of VR Business Brokers of Charlotte. The Hoodz franchise, a division of Belfor Global, serves restaurants, schools, hospitals, caterers and other commercial kitchens in maintaining clean exhaust equipment and food preparation areas.

Matthews, NC | May 2019

Shipped4Me was a Matthews NC based packaging and shipping facility providing fulfillment services to e-commerce businesses worldwide. The founder had started the business just two years earlier and had quickly grown it into a profitable business with a strong reputation for responsiveness and dependability. “Though my business was relatively small and young, at only two years old, VR Business Brokers treated me with full service and professionalism,” reported the owner, who requested that his name …

Charlotte, NC | April 2019

A ten-year-old location of Smoothie King was recently sold by VR Business Brokers of Charlotte. The Matthews NC location had been owned by Clayton Hellner. It was a challenging assignment, for Hellner needed to sell it within 3 months! Needless to say, Clay was very pleased when VR Business Brokers of Charlotte brought him a qualified buyer within 3 weeks! “I turned to VR Business Brokers of Charlotte when I needed a quick sale of …

Charlotte, NC | January 2019

V Cleaners, a highly-regarded dry cleaners serving the Elizabeth and Plaza – Midwood area of Charlotte, NC, has been sold to a new owner with the assistance of VR Mergers & Acquisitions. Huy and Kim Vu were the long-time owners of V Cleaners, having purchased the business also through VR Mergers & Acquisitions some 20 years earlier. Now, they get to pursue their retirement dreams of travel and developing other business interests.

Rutherfordton, NC | November 2018

ImagineTime Software, a Rutherfordton, NC software company, has officially been sold to a new owner with the assistance of VR Business Brokers. ImagineTime is a practice management software company built specifically for accounting firms. The software was developed by Fred Lindsley, a CPA who created the software to run his firm and grew to over 1500 clients. Fred’s wife Kathryn, was instrumental in helping Fred market the software and assist Fred with growing the company. …

Charlotte, NC | October 15, 2018

Consignment LKN, a Mooresville, NC consignment store located in Mooresville Festival Shopping Center, has officially been sold to new owners Laurie and Allen Reavis with the assistance of VR Mergers & Acquisitions.  Consignment LKN, open for more than ten years in their 15,000 square foot location, has provided consignment service primarily specializing in furniture and furniture accessories. Owner Denise Slagh has grown the business into the go-to consignment store of the market area providing quality …

Charlotte, NC | October 4, 2018

Nathanson Adoption Services, an agency dedicated to helping North Carolina families meet their pre- and post- adoption requirements, has officially been sold to a new owners Amie and Chris Bouchat with the assistance of VR Mergers & Acquisitions. Nathanson Adoption Services has professionally assisted families across the state of North Carolina and the rest of the country to successfully adopt since 2000. Owner Helene Nathanson decided it was time to retire and sell her successful …

Charlotte, NC | June 29, 2018

Starnes Heating & Air, Inc, a leading full-service heating and air conditioning company serving Granite Falls and the surrounding areas, has officially been sold to a new owner with the assistance of VR Mergers & Acquisitions. Starnes Heating & Air, Inc., has worked with many satisfied customers in the last 20 years, building an excellent reputation of taking care of their clients. Owners April and Patrick Starnes decided it was time to sell the business …

Charlotte, NC | April 17th, 2018

Carolina Lighting Gallery, a leading residential lighting supplier, has officially been sold to a new owner with the assistance of VR Mergers & Acquisitions.  Located in Gastonia, NC., Carolina Lighting Gallery has worked with many satisfied customers to design and deliver lighting solutions to residential homeowners. After more than 10 years of building their business and reputation in the industry, the current owners Bonnie and Tony Marcantel decided it was time to sell the business …

Charlotte, NC | October 2, 2017

YM Plumbing & HVAC, one of North Carolina’s leading providers of plumbing and HVAC services in North Carolina, has officially been sold to new owners with the assistance of VR Mergers & Acquisitions.  Located in Kernersville, NC., YM Plumbing & HVAC has worked with thousands of satisfied customers and it has become an essential resource for those seeking their services in the homebuilder and commercial markets.  After over 30 years in the industry, the current …

Charlotte, NC | July 31, 2017

Matthews Physical Therapy, one of Charlotte’s leading providers of physical therapy services in the market, has officially been sold to a new owner with the assistance of VR Business Brokers.  Located in Matthews, NC., Matthews Physical Therapy has worked with thousands of satisfied patients and it has become an essential resource for those seeking physical therapy services in the Matthews area.  After almost 25 years in the business, the current owner Dave Zito decided it …

Charlotte, NC | April 6th, 2017

Intrinity Landscaping, one of Charlotte’s leading providers of sod installation and landscape renovation services in the market, has officially been sold to a new owner with the assistance of VR Business Brokers and Ben Frear of County South Business Brokers. Located in Charlotte, NC., Intrinity has worked with hundreds of satisfied customers and has become an essential resource for those seeking to repair and rejuvenate their lawns. After many years of significant growth, the current …

Charlotte, NC | September, 2016

Olympus 365, one of Charlotte’s leading fitness and workout facilities, has officially been sold to new owners with the assistance of VR Business Brokers.  Olympus 365 was founded by industry veterans Michael Salman and Matthew Cusano in 2014 in the Huntersville area when they saw an opportunity to bring a unique gym and training facility to the Huntersville area. Michael and his family are moving out of town but Matthew will continue to be a …

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