CBS-GLOBAL - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Creative Business Services / CBS - Global Expert
- Expert in the Field of M & a
Darren J. Harrington is a leading expert in the field of M&A advisory. He has been involved in various industrial and commercial development projects across the globe, and has a deep understanding of the environmental, structural, and mechanical aspects of commercial and industrial real estate sales. He has also been working with value-based retailers of lifestyle merchandise in the US, delivering high-quality products and services to his clients and consumers. He has a strong focus on domestic retail and international export product sales and has introduced market diversity to various companies.
Darren's main goal is to help corporations achieve a smooth and successful transition of ownership. He has a sophisticated and proven style of facilitating business sales, mergers, acquisitions, and business valuations. He has acquired this style through his first-hand industry experiences and his solid background in project management, business development, and marketing. He has the discipline, patience, and follow-through required to ensure a satisfactory outcome for all parties involved.
Darren specializes in sectors such as warehousing, metal fabrication, trade services, and agriculture. He has been pursuing M&A since 2003 and joined CBS-Global as a VP Commercial Real Estate and M&A Advisor. He serves high wealth clients, family funds, private equity, and corporations across the USA, with a strong connection to the WI, MN, IL markets. He is the founder of Corporations On The Move, his trademarked service that offers professional, confidential, and educational M&A business brokerage and consulting. He has recognized the industry's need for exceptional experience and on location services and has mindfully introduced a premium standard of services in corporate manufacturing and industrial, lower mid-market and main street M&A business sales.
Darren is a valuable asset for any corporation, as he is especially recognized for his ability to convert weaknesses into strengths throughout the due diligence and negotiating processes. He has effective communication skills and an experienced history as a skilled Advisor, who can handle complex and sensitive transactions with ease and professionalism.
Job Titles:
- Creative Business Services / CBS - Global Expert
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- Executive Director of Manitowoc County EDC
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- Business Owner
- Creative Business Services / CBS - Global Expert
John H. Foster is a respected business owner, entrepreneur, and business intermediary. Prior to joining Creative Business Services, John owned and operated Foster Needle Company in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, one of the largest employers in Manitowoc County. During his tenure with Foster Needle, John helped grow the company to become the world market leader in the manufacture and sales of felting needles.
Through strategic acquisitions and organic growth, Foster Needle became the world's largest felting needle manufacturer with manufacturing plants in Manitowoc, Wisconsin and Redditch, England.
John has developed and owned car wash investments as well as commercial real estate projects on Anna Maria Island, Florida. He is also an investor/member of a regional Angel Investment Corporation, which has holdings in a number of early stage businesses throughout Wisconsin.
During his tenure with Creative Business Services, John has worked with numerous banks, helping them with the disposition of bank owned/distressed properties and businesses. Having owned and managed a multimillion-dollar manufacturing company with plants and offices around the world, John provides a profound understanding of U.S. and international business, manufacturing, brand management, team building and, of course, M&A.
As a business intermediary, he has brokered nearly every imaginable type of business, including manufacturing companies, hotels, restaurants, car washes, convenience stores, and large commercial real estate projects. He has personally bought and sold many businesses in the M&A market. John provides real world resources for business owners and banking institutions that are looking to improve and/or sell their businesses and assets.
Karla comes to CBS-Global with an extensive background in public and private accounting, office management, payroll, and human resources. In addition to accounting, her skills include great organization, communication, and administration.
Karla is a graduate of Lakeland University of Sheboygan with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. She spent prior years in Public Accounting and more recent years in Private Accounting as a Bookkeeper.
In her free time, Karla loves spending time with her husband working on their "retirement home". When she isn't doing that; she is spending quality time with her four children, seven grandchildren and her dog.
Job Titles:
- Global CEO
- Creative Business Services / CBS - Global Expert
- Founder and CEO of CBS - Global / Creative Business Services
- President and CEO of Creative Business Services
- Principal, M & AMI, CBI
Michael R Garsow is a seasoned professional serving as the Chief Operating Officer at CBS-Global/Creative Business Services, where he has been instrumental in elevating the company's standing in the mergers and acquisitions industry.
Joining CBS-Global in 2019, Michael brought with him a wealth of experience garnered from a diverse background in business-to-business sales, marketing, and business management. His entrepreneurial spirit has thrived, particularly in the digital marketing space and manufacturing, where he has contributed to over $1.4 billion in sales, either individually or as part of a high-impact team.
As the Chief Operating Officer, Michael assumes a pivotal role in steering the company towards excellence in the dynamic world of mergers and acquisitions. His holistic approach to selling a business encompasses a deep understanding of the interconnected factors at play, including communication, organization, effective marketing strategies, and precise process control.
What sets Michael apart in the competitive landscape of M&A professionals is not just his strategic prowess but also his unwavering dedication to ethical practices. His commitment to excellence and acute awareness of the intricate details involved in business transactions make him an invaluable asset to CBS-Global/Creative Business Services.
Michael firmly believes that people always come first, emphasizing the human aspect of business dealings. He places a high premium on trust, considering it a critical element for a successful sale. Leveraging his vast network, Michael ensures that clients achieve the best possible results, highlighting his commitment to creating value through meaningful connections and collaborations.
In addition to his accomplishments in the mergers and acquisitions industry, it's noteworthy that Mr. Garsow holds a real estate license in both Wisconsin and Minnesota. This dual licensure underscores his versatility and comprehensive understanding of diverse business landscapes, solidifying his position as a well-rounded professional in both the business and real estate domains.
Norm Monsen brings over three decades of experience in the agricultural sector to Creative Business Services / CBS-Global. From operating the family farm to International Agriculture initiatives Norm's roles have been diverse and far reaching. Before joining the CBS-Global Agriculture team, Norm served the state of Wisconsin in various roles at the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (DATCP).
Professional Experience:
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (1998-2023)
In his personal life, Norm enjoys spending time with his family and contributing to his community through various volunteer activities. He is a member of several clubs and organizations, his local church, the Stoughton Son's of Norway Lodge and the Stoughton FFA Alumni.
Norm's extensive network and deep industry knowledge make him a valuable asset to CBS-Global, where he continues to facilitate mergers and acquisitions, assist business owners with divestitures, and provide strategic advice to drive business growth and development.
Norm and his wife Kim operate the family farms near Stoughton, Wisconsin with help from their children and grandchildren.
Governor Scott Walker joins WOMT's Just the Facts with John Foster to discuss the manufacturing and agriculture industry within Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Agriculture industry announces its endorsement for Walker during his 2018 Governor election campaign.