Genesis Capital is pleased to announce it advised Exploring, Inc. (“Exploring”) on its majority investment from Invision Capital.
Founded in 1999, Exploring and its affiliates, including Brumark, ID3 Group, and Exploring Graphics, creates exceptional environments and experiences, offering concept development, fabrication capabilities for scenic construction, graphics & digital printing solutions, total flooring solutions for tradeshows & events, and more.
Dave Walens, Founder of Exploring, said, “Genesis Capital was exceptional at helping us prepare to go to market, ensuring we were in front of the right potential buyers and running an efficient process. We could not have arrived at such a successful outcome without their detailed work, extensive market knowledge and dedicated professionals.”
“This partnership marks a significant step forward for our company,” said Matt Kelly, President and CEO of Exploring Inc. “I’m deeply grateful for the opportunity to have contributed to the growth of Exploring Inc. over the past nine years under Dave’s remarkable leadership. This milestone marks an exciting new chapter for our company. I’m honored to carry forward Dave’s legacy and to partner with Invision Capital as we continue to grow our family of companies. Together, we will keep our customers at the center of everything we do, delivering the quality, innovation, and excellence they’ve come to expect.”
Isaac Maddox of Invision Capital added, “Invision Capital has watched the team at Exploring Inc. innovate across the tradeshow industry for years. We have been truly impressed by the exceptional culture of quality, service, and creative passion that is present across every level of the organization. Going forward, we will look to support the business with additional resources to expand on these core values.”
Dave Walens will remain with the company as Chairman. Walens has been instrumental in developing the company and shaping its growth strategy.
Genesis Capital, LLC served as financial advisor to Exploring and Nelson Mullins Riley and Scarborough, LLP served as legal advisor.
About Exploring, Inc.
Exploring is the parent company of several unique Atlanta-based companies. Their companies span a range of industries, from the exhibit and event industry to hospitality, commercial, retail, architectural, automotive, museum, and other markets. What each Exploring company has in common, however, is a ceaseless focus on discovering truly innovative solutions and value for clients.
About Invision Capital
Invision Capital is a middle market private equity firm providing “Flexible Capital” to facilitate buyouts, recapitalizations and growth investments in manufacturing, distribution and service companies. They support private companies as “Peer Partners” rather than as controlling shareholders. This approach creates a genuine partnership and collaboration, which accelerates the execution of business growth.