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Benchmark International Successfully Facilitated The Transaction Between Critical Environments Professionals and Scientific Safety Alliance
November 13, 2024
Benchmark International is pleased to announce the acquisition of the certification division of Critical Environments Professionals by Scientific Safety Alliance.
Critical Environments Professionals (CEPro), founded in 2007 by Michael Kosinski, is dedicated to delivering an unparalleled level of service to the critical environment industry. As a staple in certification testing for pharmacy compounding spaces, laboratories, and bio-containment facilities, CEPro supports industries like healthcare, life sciences, and education. Their comprehensive solutions range from cleanroom certifications to facility assessments, meeting stringent regulatory standards and ensuring quality and compliance for mission-critical environments.
"Benchmark was instrumental in introducing me to SSA, a quality organization that I can entrust to carry on the legacy of best-in-class service we at CEPro have worked so hard to achieve. They understood that one of my highest priorities in finding a buyer for CEPro, or even a part of CEPro, was to find an organization that shared our level of passion and integrity as it pertains to serving our clients and our staff. It was an honor to work with Benchmark through this transition; their professionalism and expertise ensured that the transaction was quick and efficient." – Michael J. Kosinski, President, CEPro
Scientific Safety Alliance (SSA) is a premier provider of mission-critical services, offering testing, calibration, and maintenance solutions for highly regulated industries, including pharmaceutical, medical device, and research sectors. With operations in seven states, SSA is entirely employee and founder-owned, emphasizing high-quality, compliant services that safeguard essential laboratory and facility environments. SSA's team delivers nationwide support with technical expertise and a commitment to reliability.
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"It was great working alongside Mike and Benchmark throughout the process. With their help, we were able to close the transaction efficiently and accomplish our goal of day-one integration while ensuring the deal process was as streamlined as possible. We look forward to building upon the great work Mike has done thus far and expanding our presence in the region, with the goal of better serving our customers." – Adam Waller, VP of Corporate Development and Strategy, SSA
"We are thrilled to welcome CEPro's certification division to SSA and fold the division into the Class 1 Air ("C1A") brand out of Milwaukee. The merger of the two certification businesses creates the largest independent provider in the broader Chicago and Milwaukee metropolitan area. This is another stepping stone towards our goal of becoming a premium national service provider. All CEPro certification employees will become employees of C1A and owners in SSA as part of our broad-based plan." – Esteban Ruiz, Co-Owner and COO, SSA
“Working on the sale of the certification division of CEPro has been a fantastic experience for the Benchmark team. Facilitating a transaction between two well-established industry specialists allowed us to learn a lot about this industry and its players. This is an excellent opportunity for talented professionals to take their business to the next level.” - Etienne Deslauriers, Senior Transaction Director, Benchmark International
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