Title: Dubin Clark Completes Sale of Curated Events, a Leading Event Services Platform, to MRE Partners

Dubin Clark, a private equity firm specializing in building niche market leaders in the lower middle market, has announced the successful sale of Curated Events (CE), a premier event services platform, to MRE Partners. This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone for both companies and sets the stage for continued growth and success in the event services industry. Content: The event services industry plays a crucial role in bringing important occasions to life, and Curated Events has emerged as a leading player in this space. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, CE offers a wide array of event products and services, ranging from tenting and linens to luxury furnishings and custom flooring. With a unique value proposition tailored to premier events, CE has established itself as a trusted partner for venues, event planners, and consumers across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. Dubin Clark's involvement with Curated Events began in February 2017 when they launched the platform. Over time, Dubin Clark facilitated eight add-on acquisitions to enhance CE's scale, expand service offerings, and reach new geographic markets. Additionally, Dubin Clark invested in the platform's team, operations, and systems to drive growth and establish regional market leadership. Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, CE, in partnership with Dubin Clark, successfully navigated the uncertain environment and solidified its position as a market leader in the event services industry. Al Dyess, CEO of CE, acknowledged the resilience and accomplishments of the company's team during this challenging period. He expressed pride in achieving a market-leading position and looks forward to working with MRE Partners to continue the growth and success of Curated Events. Brent Paris, Managing Partner at Dubin Clark, commended the outcome of the partnership with CE. Under their guidance, the company seamlessly integrated eight add-on acquisitions, asserted market leadership, and positioned itself for significant future growth. Paris extended his gratitude to Al Dyess and the entire team for their exceptional leadership and contribution to the company's success. TD Cowen, a full-service independent investment bank, acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Curated Events and Dubin Clark throughout the sale process, ensuring a smooth and successful transaction. Dubin Clark, with offices in Jacksonville Beach, FL, Boston, MA, and Miami, FL, is a private equity firm led by experienced professionals in the lower middle market. The firm specializes in lead or control investments in branded niche manufacturing and specialty services companies with at least $10 million in sales. Dubin Clark's mission is to create value by supporting internal growth, facilitating complementary add-on acquisitions, and developing new strategies while preserving the independence and values that made a company successful. Curated Events, with a rich history dating back to 1952, has become synonymous with premier event services and products. Serving the broader Mid-Atlantic region, from Maryland to South Carolina, CE has built a strong reputation for excellence and customer satisfaction. MRE Partners, based in Annapolis, MD, is the family office of David Williams, a well-known name in private company investing and development. David Williams, the former owner and CEO of Merkle, has an impressive track record of growing businesses from less than $10 million to over $1 billion in revenue over a span of 32 years. MRE Partners aims to be the partner of choice for mid-market privately held businesses looking for support in driving continued growth in large, fragmented industries over the long term. What sets MRE Partners apart is their multi-generational investment approach with a long-term horizon, their team of enthusiastic business operators, and their ability to invest alongside other like-minded Limited Partners (LPs). MRE Partners is known for being an active investor with a clear perspective on growth and value creation, and they bring over 25 years of proven experience in developing successful growth companies. They understand that true partnerships are built on shared vision, trust, and mutual respect. With the completion of the sale, CE is poised for a new chapter of growth and success under the guidance of MRE Partners. The partnership between MRE Partners and Curated Events will undoubtedly foster innovation, market expansion, and even higher levels of customer satisfaction in the event services industry. For more information about Dubin Clark, visit www.dubinclark.com. To learn more about Curated Events and their premier event services, please visit www.curatedevents.com. Additional details about MRE Partners can be found at https://mre-capital.com/private-equity.