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Virginia’s Leader in Lightning Protection Supports National Lightning Safety Awareness Campaign and Commemorates International Lightning Safety Day Locally

RICHMOND, Va., June 26, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Loehr Lightning Protection Co. (LLP), Virginia’s leader in lightning protection system consultation and installation, is endorsing two important lightning safety initiatives. LLP, a woman-owned Virginia contracting firm founded in 1947, is supporting the National Lightning Safety Council’s 26th-year anniversary of National Lightning Safety Awareness Week and aligning itself with the South Asian Lightning Network (SALNet) and its experts at Aegisflash in Houston, Texas to commemorate International Lightning Safety Day (ILSD), June 28, 2026.

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Image caption: While lightning-sparked fires claim lives and destroy homes and structures in every region of the U.S., most property owners are unaware that these fires can be prevented. Lightning protection systems that comply with national safety standards can fortify homes and buildings against this leading weather threat.

“Lightning is the weather threat that affects most people in most parts of our state and the U.S., and it’s also a leading fire threat,” said Milicent Loehr Lynch, vice president and co-owner at LLP. She continued stating that, “A lightning strike can pack over 300 million volts of power—massive electricity that can ignite a devastating home or structural fire in seconds.”

“The National Lightning Safety Council’s Awareness Week campaign at the official start of summer is a perfect time to remind property owners about a common, very destructive, yet little understood fire risk,” added Lynch, who is also an LPI-Certified Journeyman, LPS installer and a member of the Lightning Protection Institute’s Ethics Committee. “Partnering with LPS industry professionals and sharing NLSC, NFPA and ILSD resources, are just a few of the ways we’re helping to build lightning safe communities.”

“International Lightning Safety Day began in 2020 as an initiative to commemorate a lightning tragedy that occurred in Uganda on June 28, 2011,” said Dr. Shriram Sharma (PhD), principal at Aegisflash and chairman of SALNet, which began the ILSD initiative to raise awareness about the dangers of lightning and the importance of safety measures. In his work with SALNet, Dr. Shriram has partnered with a host of dedicated professionals, including researchers, engineers, risk mitigation practitioners and advocates who share a common goal: saving lives and protecting critical infrastructure from the deadly and destructive lightning hazard.

While safety standard-compliant lightning protection systems (LPS) can provide a safe and effective grounding network to protect structures from the lightning threat, most property owners aren’t aware of their availability. According to experts at the Lightning Protection Institute, the NFPA 780 Standard for the Installation of Lightning Protection Systems is recognized as the most comprehensive resource for reducing lightning risks at U.S. properties. The NFPA regularly reviews LPS methods and materials through its code process to make sure that lightning protection methods and materials are standardized and keep pace with our ever-changing building technology.

While commercial, industrial, governmental, municipal, educational and healthcare facilities routinely specify NFPA 780 LPS technology as a risk mitigation measure, homeowners are increasingly relying on LPS to fortify and protect their properties against the destructive and sometimes deadly lightning threat.

“Lightning strikes that occur in the darkness of night can be especially difficult to recognize and detect,” said Lynch. “Even in the light of day, lightning fires aren’t always visible in their initial stages and it’s not unusual for these blazes to originate in enclosed spaces like the attic, basement or electrical panels.”

“Every year, lightning continues to claim lives and damage valuable infrastructure around the world,” said Dr. Sharma. “Thankfully, we possess the science, technology, standards, and expertise needed to significantly reduce these losses to prevent tragedies like the June 2011 Uganda event. The challenge is not whether solutions exist, it is whether we choose to implement them,” he explained.

It is Dr. Sharma’s hope that International Lightning Safety Day will continue to grow as a “globally recognized platform that inspires action, promotes best practices, and ultimately saves lives.”

Inquiries about specific lightning concerns, the annual Lightning Safety Awareness Week campaign, and International Lightning Safety Day can be addressed to NLSC members via contacts here: http://www.lightningsafetycouncil.com/LSC-About.html.

For more information about fire prevention and Safety Standard Compliant lightning protection systems, visit the National Fire Protection Association website.

ABOUT LOEHR LIGHTNING PROTECTION CO.:

Since 1947, Loehr Lightning Protection Co. has served as Virginia’s leader in lightning protection system design, installation and consultation to protect lives, property and assets from lightning’s deadly and destructive force. A family-owned, women-owned and operated SWaM business, it is LLP’s priority to continue its reputation as “A Striking Difference” in the lightning protection industry for many years to come.

Learn more at: https://loehrlightning.com/

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From ‘Incurable’ To Incredible: Medical Doctor Reveals How His Daughter With Cerebral Palsy Defied Every Prediction Through Functional Medicine

RICHMOND, Va., Nov. 5, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In a powerful challenge to conventional medical thinking, triple board-certified medical doctor Dr. Aaron Hartman has released “UnCurable: From Hopeless Diagnosis to Defying All Odds” (ISBN: 978-1968339142 [paperback]; 978-1968339135 [ebook]; 978-1968339159 [hardcover] published by Legacy Launch Pad Publishing). In it, he shares the extraordinary story of how his daughter Anna overcame a devastating cerebral palsy diagnosis through functional medicine and nutrition.

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Image caption: Dr. Aaron Hartman has released “UnCurable: From Hopeless Diagnosis to Defying All Odds,” published by Legacy Launch Pad Publishing.

This groundbreaking memoir/guide pulls back the curtain on what’s possible when parents refuse to accept medical limitations, revealing how functional medicine achieved what conventional treatments couldn’t. Anna, who doctors said would never walk, talk or live independently, is now thriving at 19 years old—achieving milestones once deemed impossible.

“Anna was a blind spot to the health professionals that cared for her, yet today she has defied every single expectation,” says Dr. Hartman. “She was a child who was born blind and was never supposed to see. The healthcare system had set the bar low for her. But Anna’s story is one of overcoming every obstacle placed in her path.”

The book follows Dr. Hartman’s journey from traditionally trained medical doctor to functional medicine practitioner, as he was driven by his daughter’s needs and his growing understanding of how diet can heal disease through real food as medicine. Along the way, he began connecting the dots between nutrition, innovative diagnostics, and integrative tools often overlooked by traditional specialists. His unique perspective as both a doctor and father offers hope to families facing similar challenges.

In “UnCurable,” Dr. Hartman explains how functional medicine works to address root causes rather than just symptoms, combining cutting-edge science with practical nutrition and healing strategies. The book details the family’s transformation from conventional medical patients to advocates for finding a cure using functional medicine approaches.

“If Anna can do it, you can do it too,” says Hartman. “Her story is a story of hope. It is a testament to what is possible when you step outside the constraints of conventional medicine, forge your own path and build a personalized healthcare approach. This book is for those who feel let down by our healthcare system and want a more complete approach to healing.”

“UnCurable” is available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble and other major online booksellers. For more information, visit https://uncurablebook.com/.

About the Author:

Dr. Aaron Hartman was a father desperately searching for answers whose experience with his daughter transformed him from a traditional military physician into a revolutionary functional medicine doctor. Now triple board-certified in Family Medicine, Integrative Medicine and Anti-Aging/Regenerative/Metabolic Medicine, Dr. Hartman has helped thousands recover from “uncurable”’ conditions, including autoimmune diseases, chronic Lyme, POTS, and mold illness.

His Richmond, Virginia functional medicine practice pioneered treating root causes when conventional medicine said ‘nothing more could be done.’ By combining cutting-edge science with forgotten nutritional wisdom, he’s created reproducible protocols that turn medical impossibilities into everyday miracles.

About the Publisher:

Legacy Launch Pad is the leading book publisher for entrepreneurs who want to build authority and leave a legacy. The company has published numerous Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling authors whose books have been featured on such shows as Today and Good Morning America as well as in publications like The New York Times and USA Today. For more information, visit https://www.legacylaunchpadpub.com/.

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Matrix Advises TBC Corporation on the Sale of Midas International to Mavis Tire

RICHMOND, Va., and BALTIMORE, Md., June 16, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. has advised TBC Corporation on the sale of Midas International, LLC, a franchisor of automotive repair and maintenance services, to Mavis Tire Express Services Corp., a leading provider of automotive repair and maintenance services and one of the largest independent tire and service providers in North America.

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Midas is a globally recognized automotive service brand with more than 2,000 franchised and licensed stores in roughly 20 countries, including nearly 1,200 franchised locations across the United States and Canada. For over six decades, Midas and its franchisees have provided comprehensive auto care services ranging from brake and exhaust repair to tires, oil changes, and other vehicle maintenance.

The transaction marks a significant milestone for TBC, a joint venture between Sumitomo Corporation of Americas and Michelin North America, Inc., as it continues to focus on innovation and growth in its core wholesale and distribution business and expand its Big O Tires franchise operations.

With the close of this transaction, Mavis’s retail footprint across its brands will span more than 3,500 stores in the United States and Canada, including nearly 1,300 franchised locations. Midas will continue to operate as a standalone brand under the Mavis platform and maintain its headquarters in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

Matrix provided merger and acquisition advisory services to TBC, which included valuation advisory, conducting a confidential, structured sale process, and negotiation of the transaction. The transaction was managed by Stephen Lynch, CPA, CFA, Managing Director; Kyle Tipping, CFA, Vice President; James Mickelinc, CPA, Senior Associate; and Ethan Sannes, Analyst.

Don Byrd, Chief Executive Officer of TBC Corporation, commented, “We greatly appreciate the professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail that the Matrix team demonstrated throughout every phase of the transaction. Their team played a critical role in not only expertly executing the sale process but also in providing thoughtful guidance that helped us navigate the transaction with clarity and confidence.”

“We are honored to have advised TBC on this transformative transaction,” said Mr. Lynch. “Midas has a storied legacy and continues to be a trusted brand within the automotive services industry. We are grateful to have been a part of this story, and we believe Mavis is well-positioned to support the continued success of the Midas franchise network.”

Bradley Edmister of Venable LLP served as legal counsel for TBC.

About Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc.

Founded in 1988, Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. is an independent, advisory focused, privately-held investment bank headquartered in Richmond, VA, with an additional office in Baltimore, MD. Matrix provides merger & acquisition and financial advisory services for privately-held, private-equity owned, not-for-profit and publicly traded companies. Matrix’s advisory services include company sales, recapitalizations, capital raises of debt & equity, corporate carve outs, special situations, management buyouts, corporate valuations and fairness opinions.

Our industry focused, dedicated sector advisory groups serve clients in the automotive aftermarket, downstream energy & convenience retail, healthcare and outdoor recreation & marine markets. Matrix’s automotive aftermarket practice provides advisory services to automotive service and repair centers, tire dealers, quick lube oil change facilities, car wash chains, collision and glass repair, brick-and-mortar and e-commerce retailers of automotive parts and accessories, distributors of tires and automotive parts, and manufacturers of OEM and aftermarket parts. Our broad sector advisory groups serve clients in a wide range of industries including business services, consumer, diversified industrials, restaurants and transportation & logistics.

For additional information or to contact our team members, please visit https://matrixcmg.com/.

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Matrix Advises on the Sale of PMI Lubricants to Wallis Lubricants, LLC

RICHMOND, Va., and BALTIMORE, Md., Feb. 6, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. announces the successful sale of PMI Lubricants (“PMI” or the “Company”), a portfolio company of Dunne Manning, to Wallis Lubricants, LLC. PMI is a leading Mid-Atlantic provider of lubricants, diesel exhaust fluid, and ancillary products to retail, commercial, and industrial customers throughout Virginia and parts of Tennessee, West Virginia, and North Carolina. The Company operates five facilities throughout Virginia and is the exclusive Mobil-branded lubricants distributor throughout most of Virginia and northeastern Tennessee.

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PMI Lubricants has been operating since the mid-90s and was originally a division of Petroleum Marketers, Inc., which was a well-established Virginia-based company with diverse operations including retail, wholesale, quick service restaurants, lubricants, etc. In 2014, as part of the larger sale of Petroleum Marketers, Inc., Dunne Manning acquired PMI. In 2016, the Company divested its other major brands to build an exclusive partnership with ExxonMobil and refocused on growing Mobil and its private label volume. In 2020, PMI acquired Mobil Auto Parts Company of Winchester and then grew further when it assumed Carter Machinery’s industrial, Mobil-branded business in August of 2023. The acquisition of Carter’s industrial accounts paved the way for the Company to become a delivery agent for Carter’s Caterpillar-branded business, which PMI began servicing in June.

Matrix provided merger and acquisition advisory services to PMI Lubricants, which included valuation advisory, marketing the business through a confidential, structured sale process, and negotiation of the transaction. The transaction was managed by Andrew LoPresti, CFA, CPA, Director; Spencer Cavalier, CFA, Co-Head of Matrix’s Downstream Energy & Convenience Retail Investment Banking Group; and Matthew Paniccia, Associate.

The Dunne Manning leadership team commented, “We greatly appreciated the guidance and expertise we experienced working alongside Spencer, Andrew and the entire team at Matrix throughout this process. They were excellent partners. We are greatly appreciative of Kathy Draper and her leadership team at PMI Lubricants for their efforts in building a best-in-class lubricants business across the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Wallis team shares many of the same values and goals we have focused on in building PMI Lubricants and know they will be focused on continuing that legacy.”

Mr. Cavalier of Matrix added, “We are honored to have advised Dunne Manning on the divestment of PMI Lubricants. PMI is a very well-managed lubricants distributor, led by the talented Kathy Draper. Lastly, we would like to thank the Dunne Manning leadership team, who are exceptional, long-term investors.”

About Matrix’s Downstream Energy & Convenience Retail Investment Banking Group

Matrix’s Downstream Energy & Convenience Retail Investment Banking Group is recognized as the national leader in providing transactional advisory services to companies in the downstream energy and multi-site retail sectors including convenience retailing, petroleum marketing & distribution, propane distribution, heating oil distribution, lubricants distribution, petroleum logistics, terminals, car washes and quick service restaurants. Group members are dedicated to these sectors and draw upon complementary experiences to provide advisory services to complete sophisticated merger and acquisition transactions, debt and equity capital raises, corporate valuations, special situations and strategic planning engagements. Since 1997, our Downstream Energy & Convenience Retail Investment Banking Group has successfully completed over 300 engagements.

About Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc.

Founded in 1988, Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. is an independent, advisory focused, privately-held investment bank headquartered in Richmond, VA, with an additional office in Baltimore, MD. Matrix provides merger & acquisition and financial advisory services for privately-held, private-equity owned, not-for-profit and publicly traded companies. Matrix’s advisory services include company sales, recapitalizations, capital raises of debt & equity, corporate carve outs, special situations, management buyouts, corporate valuations and fairness opinions.

Our industry focused, dedicated sector advisory groups serve clients in the automotive aftermarket, downstream energy & convenience retail, healthcare and outdoor recreation & marine markets. Our broad sector advisory groups serve clients in a wide range of industries including business services, consumer, diversified industrials, restaurants and transportation & logistics. For additional information or to contact our team members, please visit https://matrixcmg.com/.

Securities offered by MCMG Capital Advisors, Inc., an affiliate of Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc., Member FINRA & SIPC

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Matrix Advises on the Sale of Clearfield MMG, LLC to VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC

RICHMOND, Va., and BALTIMORE, Md., Dec. 30, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. is pleased to announce the sale of Clearfield MMG, LLC, a Virginia-based company renowned for its expertise in innovative, specialized treatment and waste disposal solutions, to VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, a leader in sustainable waste management and environmental solutions and a portfolio company of I Squared Capital.

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With over three decades of experience, Clearfield MMG operates three waste management facilities in Virginia with a suite of waste processing and disposal solutions, bulk and drum transportation, and various field services such as soil excavation and compliance monitoring. The addition of Clearfield MMG to the VLS family expands the geographic footprint to provide sustainable solutions in the mid-Atlantic region.

John Magee, CEO of VLS Environmental Solutions, commented, “The acquisition of Clearfield MMG aligns perfectly with our mission to expand VLS’ innovative and sustainable solutions. By adding their expertise and facilities to our operations, we enhance our ability to provide comprehensive environmental solutions to a broader client base.”

Matrix provided merger and acquisition advisory services to Clearfield, which included valuation advisory, managing a confidential, structured sale process, and negotiation of the transaction. The transaction was managed by William O’Flaherty, Managing Director, Matt Oldhouser, CPA, Vice President, and David Shoulders, Managing Director.

“We were grateful for the opportunity to represent Clearfield in this transaction and were thrilled to have achieved an outstanding result for such a wonderful southeastern Virginia business,” Mr. O’Flaherty commented. “We look forward to following the future success of the combined organizations.”

John Paris, Pat Tomlinson, and Nick Vretakis of Williams Mullen served as legal counsel for Clearfield.

About Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc.

Founded in 1988, Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. is an independent, advisory focused, privately-held investment bank headquartered in Richmond, VA, with an additional office in Baltimore, MD. Matrix provides merger & acquisition and financial advisory services for privately-held, private-equity owned, not-for-profit and publicly traded companies. Matrix’s advisory services include company sales, recapitalizations, capital raises of debt & equity, corporate carve outs, special situations, management buyouts, corporate valuations and fairness opinions.

Our industry focused, dedicated sector advisory groups serve clients in the automotive aftermarket, downstream energy & convenience retail, healthcare and outdoor recreation & marine markets. Our broad sector advisory groups serve clients in a wide range of industries including business services, consumer, diversified industrials, restaurants and transportation & logistics. For additional information or to contact our team members, please visit https://matrixcmg.com/.

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Matrix Advises on the Sale of Atlantic States Lubricants Corp. to Moove

RICHMOND, Va., and BALTIMORE, Md., Dec. 19, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. announces the successful sale of certain assets of Atlantic States Lubricants Corp. (“ASL”) to Moove, formerly known as PetroChoice.

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Atlantic States Lubricants, based in Farmingdale, New York, is an authorized distributor of Mobil-branded lubricants and related products and also offers customers its proprietary SYSTM7 and Centurian-branded lubricants products. The Company distributes lubricants, diesel exhaust fluid, and ancillary products to a broad range of commercial, industrial, and municipal customers throughout the New York City metropolitan area, as well as parts of New Jersey and Connecticut. ASL was founded in 1992 and over the years under the leadership of co-owners Frank Rooney (President) and Cindy Tadler (COO), has grown both organically and through multiple acquisitions.

Matrix provided merger and acquisition advisory services to Atlantic States Lubricants, which included valuation advisory, marketing the business through a confidential, structured sale process, and negotiation of the transaction. The transaction was managed by David Corbett, CFA, Director; Matthew Paniccia, Associate; and Cedric Fortemps, CFA, Co-Head of Matrix’s Downstream Energy & Convenience Retail Investment Banking Group.

Frank Rooney, President of Atlantic States Lubricants, commented, “We want to thank the team at Matrix for simplifying what was otherwise an elaborate undertaking. Their team functioned with both efficiency and professionalism and managed the process from start to finish with an exceptional level of detail.”

Mr. Corbett of Matrix added, “Frank and Cindy have led Atlantic States Lubricants for more than 30 years and developed it into one of the leading Mobil lubricants distributors in the Northeast by providing industry-leading customer service and developing long-term relationships with their customer base. We appreciate the trust that they have placed in Matrix to serve as their advisor in the sale of ASL and wish them all the best in their future endeavors.”

About Moove – A Global Lubricants Solutions Company

Moove produces, sells, and distributes lubricant solutions for industrial, consumer, and commercial segments through efficient, high-performance services and products that keep people, industries, and businesses continuously moving and growing.

Moove is a multinational company operating in 10 countries across South America (Brazil, Argentina, Bolivia, Uruguay, and Paraguay), North America (United States), and Europe (United Kingdom, Spain, France, and Portugal).

Our global footprint includes six production plants and over 100 distribution centers, providing us with a scalable manufacturing base and an optimized distribution network to access and serve our customers effectively. To learn more, visit: www.moovelub.com.

About Matrix’s Downstream Energy & Convenience Retail Investment Banking Group

Matrix’s Downstream Energy & Convenience Retail Investment Banking Group is recognized as the national leader in providing transactional advisory services to companies in the downstream energy and multi-site retail sectors including convenience retailing, petroleum marketing & distribution, propane distribution, heating oil distribution, lubricants distribution, petroleum logistics, terminals, car washes and quick service restaurants. Group members are dedicated to these sectors and draw upon complementary experiences to provide advisory services to complete sophisticated merger and acquisition transactions, debt and equity capital raises, corporate valuations, special situations and strategic planning engagements. Since 1997, our Downstream Energy & Convenience Retail Investment Banking Group has successfully completed over 300 engagements.

About Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc.

Founded in 1988, Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. is an independent, advisory focused, privately-held investment bank headquartered in Richmond, VA, with an additional office in Baltimore, MD. Matrix provides merger & acquisition and financial advisory services for privately-held, private-equity owned, not-for-profit and publicly traded companies. Matrix’s advisory services include company sales, recapitalizations, capital raises of debt & equity, corporate carve outs, special situations, management buyouts, corporate valuations and fairness opinions.

Our industry focused, dedicated sector advisory groups serve clients in the automotive aftermarket, downstream energy & convenience retail, healthcare and outdoor recreation & marine markets. Our broad sector advisory groups serve clients in a wide range of industries including business services, consumer, diversified industrials, restaurants and transportation & logistics. For additional information or to contact our team members, please visit https://matrixcmg.com/.

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Matrix Advises on the Sale of Dana Safety Supply, Inc. to AEA Investors

DSS is the premier provider of emergency vehicle equipment, installations, tactical gear and related accessories to the emergency services market

RICHMOND, Va., and BALTIMORE, Md., Oct. 16, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) – Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc., a leading independent investment bank, is pleased to announce the sale of Dana Safety Supply, Inc. (DSS) to AEA Investors. Prior to the sale, DSS was a wholly-owned subsidiary of Scott McRae Automotive Group, LLLP (SMAG).

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DSS is the premier provider of emergency vehicle equipment, installations, tactical gear and related accessories to the emergency services market. With 40 locations nationwide, they have grown into the go-to source for vehicle upfitting and tactical gear services for local, city, state, and federal departments, as well as fleet managers, dealerships, and non-department fleet operators. Founded in 2005 and acquired by SMAG in 2010 with just six locations, the company has grown to its present scale through both organic (greenfield) and acquisitive expansion. Leading the charge since the time of the acquisition has been David Russo, Chief Executive Officer of DSS. Mr. Russo is one of the most experienced and respected professionals in the emergency services marketplace and has guided the company to its current position as the largest vehicle upfitter in the industry, with over 500 valued employees supporting operations.

Regarding the transaction, Mr. Russo commented, “DSS has been growing steadily over the past 15 years, and as we continue on our path of future growth in all areas of the country, finding the right partner is crucial to our success. We were very fortunate to have many options in this regard, and after a long evaluation process, it was clear that AEA was the right partner for DSS. AEA’s pristine reputation, financial resources, and 50-plus-year track record of success are some of the many reasons we chose AEA as our partner.”

He added, “We have been unbelievably fortunate to have been part of SMAG and its 100-year history of remarkable stability and success. We are forever grateful to SMAG and will continue to operate on the principles that have made SMAG and DSS successful – transparency, accountability, first-rate facilities and people. Those attributes, combined with a burning desire to serve first responders and the public safety community, will guide our team into the future.”

Matrix provided merger and acquisition advisory services to DSS and SMAG, which included valuation advisory, marketing the business through a confidential, structured sale process, and negotiation of the transaction. The transaction was managed by William O’Flaherty, Managing Director, Matt Oldhouser, CPA, Vice President, and David Shoulders, Managing Director.

Regarding Matrix’s services, Jeff Curry, Chief Executive Officer of SMAG, noted, “Matrix exceeded our expectations in every respect during this transaction. Their tactical expertise created a tremendous amount of value and I am thankful we chose them to guide us through this process.” He added, “We are very proud of the team at DSS and the company that they have built over the last 15 years. We will always consider them part of the SMAG family and look forward to watching them take the company to the next level!”

“We were honored to represent SMAG and DSS in this important transaction,” Mr. O’Flaherty noted. “The company’s passion for providing outstanding service to the public safety market is commendable and we are pleased to have found a partner that shares the same enthusiasm for that industry and commitment to excellence.”

Smith Hulsey & Busey served as legal counsel for DSS and SMAG. CohnReznick LLP provided accounting advisory services to the company.

About Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc.

Founded in 1988, Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. is an independent, advisory focused, privately-held investment bank headquartered in Richmond, VA, with additional offices in Baltimore, MD and New York, NY. Matrix provides merger & acquisition and financial advisory services for privately-held, private-equity owned, not-for-profit and publicly traded companies. Matrix’s advisory services include company sales, recapitalizations, capital raises of debt & equity, corporate carve outs, special situations, management buyouts, corporate valuations and fairness opinions.

Our industry focused, dedicated sector advisory groups serve clients in the automotive aftermarket, downstream energy & convenience retail, healthcare and outdoor recreation & marine markets. Our broad sector advisory groups serve clients in a wide range of industries including business services, consumer, diversified industrials, restaurants and transportation & logistics. For additional information or to contact our team members, please visit https://matrixcmg.com/.

Securities offered by MCMG Capital Advisors, Inc., an affiliate of Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc., Member FINRA & SIPC

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Best Selling Author to Bring ‘Magical Musical Plants’ to Virginia Libraries and Schools

Amazing Magical Music Plants

RICHMOND, Va., Feb. 22, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bestselling author and award-wining songwriter Thornton Cline will bring his latest published children's book, "The Amazing Magical Musical Plants" (ISBN: 978-1574243253), to Central Virginia for a free multimedia book event tour of the Richmond Public Library, the Blackstone Public Library, one Richmond Public School and an autograph event for Classical FM radio station, WCPE in Raleigh, North Carolina March 8-12, 2016.

"Children discover that playing their musical instruments for their plants can make them grow in this fun, magical book," says native Virginian, Thornton Cline.

Cline will kick off his book-event tour with a guest appearance at the Richmond Public Main Library on Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. EST and a presentation for the Literary Guild of the Friends of the Library at the Blackstone (Nottoway County) Public Library on Tuesday, March 8 at 7 p.m.

Wednesday through Friday, Cline will be touring the Richmond Public Library branches, one Richmond Public Elementary School and will be autographing his books at an event for Classical powerhouse FM radio station, WCPE in Raleigh, North Carolina.

$5 will be donated to the Libraries and Schools for every book signed and sold.

"The Amazing Magical Music Plants" is Cline's third children's book co-authored with bestselling children's author, Crystal Bowman and illustrated by award-winning illustrator, Susan Oliver. It is narrated by actress/writer, Jayla Palmer. The new children's book is published on Centerstream/Hal Leonard Publishing. Cline's first children's book, "The Amazing Incredible Shrinking Violin" (ISBN: 978-1574243130) soared up the charts to become one on the Amazon bestselling list for children's musical books.

The book is now available at major book sellers and online at Amazon: http://amzn.com/157424325X .

Thornton Cline has been honored with "Songwriter of the Year" twice in a row for his hit song, "Love is the Reason" recorded by Engelbert Humperdinck and Gloria Gaynor. He is author of four children's books, two novels and four non-fiction books. Cline has been awarded with Dove and Grammy nominations for his songs. Cline is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University, and University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana. He resides in Nashville with his wife and children.

For more information, please visit: http://www.thorntoncline.com/.

Twitter: @thornton_cline

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