CM Paula HOME ABOUT COMPANIES CONTACT The C.M. Paula Company was founded in 1958 by Charles McCullough as a small greeting card supplier and evolved into a leading developer and marketer of greeting cards, stationery and novelty products. In January 2005, the company completed a strategic transition from a supplier of consumer products to a management company of multi-faceted marketing firms. The initial acquisitions included two companies with unique product offerings that were poised for growth. Today, C.M. Paula is a privately held holding company pursuing an investment model to purchase, grow and, preferably, hold profitable business ventures. The company’s seasoned team manages a well-balanced portfolio with the precision and excellence that continues to bolster and strengthen our impeccable reputation. Our expertise, combined with our integrity, and family approach to investing, makes us a reputable partner to business owners, management teams and the financial community. OUR HISTORY 2014 2012 2008 2006 2005 2005 1958 14 In 2014, C.M. Paula completed the acquisition of Remtec Automation, LLC. Remtec delivers cost-effective robotic systems and integrated automation for robotic palletizing and depalletizing, robotic case packing, robotic picking, and robotic material handling applications. Founded in 1981, Remtec has installed over 500 robotic systems and has acquired a reputation as a leader among robotic system integrators, providing automated solutions for the automotive, aerospace, consumer products, and other industries. ACQUISITION TRAITS C.M. Paula has developed a series of criteria that should be present for companies to be considered for acquisition. Acquisition candidates are companies with the following preferred attributes: PAST PERFORMANCE 15+ years in business Stable revenue with positive monthly cash flow…avoids high seasonality Diversified customer base CURRENT POSITION Domestic entity within 150 miles of Cincinnati Managed and operated by an experienced, professional executive team Leadership position within market niches Maximizes return on investment of existing core competencies and assets Minimum revenue…$5 million to $10 million (Minimum revenue may be less if the acquisition is an add-on to one of our existing companies OPPORTUNITY FOR GROWTH Business plan that generates 8% – 10% annual profit growth via organic and external business initiatives Gross margins exceeding 25% for industrial Manufacturing & Distribution and 50% for consumer products Asset purchase with some seller financing Manufacturing and consumer product interest particularly with experience in domestic and international marketing and distribution While open to opportunities wherever they can be found, C.M. Paula is currently not interested in acquiring the following types of companies: • No retail or food • Not a turnaround • Not a start up HOME » About BACK TO TOP SEARCH FOR: © 2021 The C.M. Paula Company 800.543.4464