Press Releases

Glen Herman, Mergers & Acquisitions Advisor with Creative Business Services/CBS-Global, is excited to announce the successful acquisition of Professional Detailers Best, a renowned provider of automotive, powersports, and marine detailing supplies based in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The company has been acquired by D&J Pro Services, owned by local entrepreneurs Duey Wescott and Jacob Lang.

Creative Business Services/CBS-Global is pleased to announce the sale of McMahon Funeral Home in Luxemburg, Wisconsin to Tim and Cindy Kinnard. The transaction was facilitated by Michael Schwantes, President & CEO of Creative Business Services/CBS-Global.

Creative Business Services / CBS-Global, LLC is pleased to announce that Norm Monsen has joined the firm as Vice President.

Michael Schwantes, President & CEO of Creative Business Services/CBS-Global, proudly announces the sale of the renowned Holschbach Excavating to Northeast Asphalt, a Walbec Group, Inc. subsidiary.

Thomas P. Martin of Creative Business Services/CBS-Global facilitated the sale of the building located at 1780 West Mason Street to TJT Associates LLC. The building was owned and developed by BNC General Partnership, the tenants for the building are One Main Financial and Hearing Advantage. This transaction marks an exciting new chapter for the building and the community.

Glen Herman is in the business of helping dairy owners who are thinking about SELLING their business. CBS-Global has had several recent dairy transactions in the dairy market.

Darren J. Harrington with Creative Business Services CBS-Global is pleased to announce that Maynard's Neat-N-Clean Portables, LLC has successfully transitioned their portable plastic bathroom business assets to a new owner operating under the company name Neat-N-Clean Portables, LLC.

Jesse Van Rossum sold the former Boulder Beer Bar in Boulder Junction to Springer Creek Properties, LLC. The sale was announced and facilitated by local Business Broker, John Foster of Creative Business Services. The Boulder Beer Bar has been an iconic destination for decades. Well-known entrepreneur Larry Voss, along with restaurateur Blake Borgstede, lead the group of investors of Springer Creek Properties LLC. The Boulder Beer Bar is expected to reopen in early summer.

Glen Herman, Business Intermediary with Creative Business Services/CBS-Global is pleased to announce the sale of Valley Scale Service to Nesnah Ventures of La Crosse, Wisconsin.

Michael J Schwantes of Creative Business Services / CBS-Global is pleased to announce the sale of the shopping center at 1449 Green Bay Road in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. The shopping center is known as West Marine and has a high-traffic location at Sturgeon Bay's entrance.

Michael Schwantes of Creative Business Services/CBS-Global is pleased to announce the sale of the commercial real estate at 20-24 South Madison Avenue in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. For many years the property was known as Northern Territory and operated by Karl and Kay Seitz.

Michael J Schwantes of Creative Business Services / CBS-Global is pleased to announce the sale of the commercial real estate at 120 Green Bay Road in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. For many years the property has been owned by The Nelson Trust, represented by Mark Nelson.

The Bartow family of Manitowoc has purchased the Manitowoc Carpets Plus business from Robert Dedering. The sale was facilitated by local business broker John Foster with Creative Business Services / CBS- Global in November. Dedering had owned and operated the Carpets Plus store for nearly 25 years. In 2022 Dedering moved the business to a more visible location at 3315 Calumet Avenue.

John Foster, Business Intermediary with Creative Business Services, has announced the sale of Coontail Market in Boulder Junction to Kevin Mantz. Steve and Lisa Coon have owned the Coontail Market since 1991. The Coons retain ownership of their retail and bike businesses in both Boulder Junction and Arbor Vitae.

Darren Harrington with Creative Business Service/CBS-Global is pleased to announce that Eau Claire Play It Again Sports®️ is proudly transitioning to new ownership. Previously owned by Frank Irvine, the local sporting goods business is under new ownership by Lance Gurney, Shirley Gurney, Brian Steele, and Sherry Steele.

Creative Business Services/CBS-Global is pleased to announce that Jordon Eckhardt has joined the firm as an Independent Business Intermediary specializing in Accommodation Food & Beverage, Commercial & Investment Real Estate & Transportation & Logistics.

John Foster with Creative Business Services/CBS-Global is pleased to announce that Boulder Bear Motor Lodge in Boulder Junction Wisconsin, has been acquired by Sam Patel.

Michael Schwantes of Creative Business Services/CBS-Global is pleased to announce the sale of All Sports Marketing USA LLC in Green Bay, Brown County, Wisconsin.

Creative Business Services/CBS-Global is pleased to announce that Jeff Lundh has joined the firm as an Independent Business Intermediary specializing in merger and acquisition, distribution, wholesale, and retail.

Creative Business Services / CBS-Global, LLC is pleased to announce that Karla Recker-Head has joined the firm as comptroller.

Creative Business Services / CBS Global is pleased to welcome Steve Ford as the new Executive Vice President. CBS-Global, a full-service mergers & acquisitions and business brokerage firm with headquarters in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Steve will be heading up the new Oshkosh office.

Creative Business Services / CBS-Global, LLC is pleased to announce that Mariah Payne has joined the firm as a Listing Manager.

Mike Garsow of Creative Business Services/CBS-Global is pleased to announce the sale of the Square Rigger Lodge in Jacksonport, Wisconsin, Door County.

Michael J. Schwantes of Creative Business Services / CBS Global is pleased to announce the sale of the Whistling Swan Inn and Restaurant.

After nearly 10 years of ownership, Sue and Dick Govier have sold the Aqualand Ale House in Boulder Junction. Joel and Anne Miner, along with their son and daughter-in-law Taylor and Breanna Miner, purchased the property and business August 18, 2021. The Miner Family hopes to continue to offer the great atmosphere and experience the Northwoods have come to expect since the Govier’s created the Aqualand Ale House in 2012.

May 16, 2012, Peshtigo, Wisconsin -- JRDM, LLC of De Pere, recently purchased a 130,000 sq foot manufacturing facility along with 10 acres of land on Maple Street in Peshtigo, WI. The building is occupied by Goodrich Company, Cabin Seating Division which makes seating for private aircraft.

De Pere, Wisconsin, May 29, 2013 -- Heritage Lake Storage LLC of De Pere, WI recently purchased the 100 mini-storage-unit facility on Mid Valley Road off of Hwy 41 in De Pere from Lawrence Leasing Mini-Storage. The transaction was facilitated by Gary Van Sistine of Creative Business Services of Green Bay.

Green Bay, Wisconsin, January 25, 2013 -- With the purchase of a four-acre commercial property on Mid Valley Drive in De Pere, WI, A & J Mobility of Valders, WI announced plans to open its fifth sales location in Wisconsin. The new Green Bay/Fox Valley location is visible from Highway 41 and can be accessed from the Main Street and Scheuring Road exits in De Pere, WI.

Creative Business Services / CBS Global is pleased to announce the sale of Cutting Edge Lawn Care LLC by Mark and Vicky Borter to Phil Frazier of Cecil. Cutting Edge Lawn Care has served the greater Green Bay area since 1998; Phil Frazier will continue to service existing customers with lawn maintenance and snow plowing. Frazier’s experience comes from previously owning a lawn care business in eastern Wisconsin, before re-locating with his family to Cecil.

Green Bay, Wisconsin, August 3, 2011 -- Gary Van Sistine, an agent with Creative Business Services of Green Bay, announced the sale of the Moe’s Southwest Grill franchise located at 2101 S. Oneida St. in Ashwaubenon, on Tuesday, August 2, 2011. The previous owner, Bret Van Asten of De Pere, operated the business for seven-and-ahalf years. The new owners, C.J. and Becky Bast of Appleton, will be active in the day-to-day operations. C.J. Bast attended three weeks of Moe’s corporate training in Atlanta prior to the sale.

Van Dreel Business & Tax Consulting LLC announces the purchase of Evans & Race Co.

Creative Business Services/ CBS Global is pleased to announce the sale of The Creamery, by long time owners, Patrick Hoffman and Brad Carpenter to Russell Petrouske, Grey Ghost Hospitality, LLC. This popular coffee shop is located in Olde-School Square at 2200 Dickinson Road in a popular-growing development of the Ledgeview community.

Creative Business Services / CBS-Global, Green Bay, Wisconsin, is pleased to announce the sale of Newingham’s Supper Club, by longtime owner, Darryl Newingham, to Jesse and Emily Milquet, Manor on Main. Established over 20 years ago, this popular supper club is consistently frequented by locals as well as destination travelers.

Creative Business Services/ CBS Global is pleased to announce the sale of The Club Chalet, by long time owners, Sara Murphy, Gena Greening, Tammy Nitka, and Steve and Beverly Hafeman to Shawn Christman, Christman’s Club Chalet, LLC. Established over 25+ years ago, this popular supper club is consistently frequented by locals as well as destination travelers. Shawn intends to maintain the same successful popular menu and atmosphere.

Stevens Point, WI September 26th, 2017 – Creative Business Services/CBS announces the sale of Wisconsin Silo, Inc. located in Plover, WI. Bruce Johnson has owned Wisconsin Silo for approximately 40 years

Creative Business Services / CBS-Global, Green Bay, Wisconsin, is pleased to announce the sale of Precision Grinding, LLC by longtime owner Jim Cichon to Matt Ostermann.

Manitowoc, Wisconsin, June 6, 2013 -- On May 31st, 2013, Manitowoc entrepreneurs, Oscar and Amy Swanson, purchased the business assets of Wisconsin Paint and Powder Coat from Stephanie and Tim Morgan. Operating out of a 50,000-square foot manufacturing facility in Hortonville, Wisconsin, Wisconsin Paint and Powder Coat is a regional leader in production painting, powder coating and finishing of metal parts.

Appleton, Wisconsin, September 9, 2013 – On August, 30, 2013, Madison, Wisconsin hair stylist and salon owner Anthony (Tony) Santini purchased Tanglz hair salon and spa. Located at 1440 S. Oneida Street in Appleton, Tanglz was started by Appleton entrepreneurs Scott and Kelly Lamers over ten years ago.

Brillion, Wisconsin, June 2, 2011 – On June 1, 2011, after 22 years, owner operators Kevin and Rosemary Clarke sold the famed Rudy’s Diner. The Clarkes were only the second proprietor in the restaurant’s illustrious history. The new owners, Maxine Charney and Martin Johnson came all the way from a Minneapolis suburb to purchase the business.

Two Rivers, Wisconsin – September 13, 2018 - John Foster, Business Broker with Creative Business Services / CBS-Global, is pleased to announce the sale of the Two Rivers Auto Wash, LLC, Two Rivers WI. Local car wash entrepreneur Paul Simon purchased the business from Gary Girard on September 12, 2018.

Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin, April 24, 2013 -- Minocqua area businessman Paul Habram purchased the Tower Inn in Manitowish Waters, WI, on Friday April 19th. The Tower Inn has been a favorite dining establishment in Manitowish Waters for decades. Habram hopes to open sometime in June after completing some remodeling and renovations.

Manitowoc, Wisconsin – March 15, 2019 – John Foster, Business Intermediary with Creative Business Services / CBS-Global has announced the sale of Mobil 310 Mart, 1108 State Highway 310, Manitowoc, WI. Scott and Tammy Engstrom have owned and operated Mobil 310 Mart for 22 years. The new owners, Busdev Adhikari and Shobha Sharma of Sheboygan Oil and Marketing LLC own many other convenience stores in Eastern Wisconsin and look forward to meeting their new customers.

Manitowoc, Wisconsin, February 25, 2011 -- Jacobson Paint Finishes, LLC (JPF) has purchased the assets of Musial Paint Finishes, LLC (MPF) of 2702 Division Street in Manitowoc. MPF is a regional leader in production painting and finishing of metal parts in Northeast Wisconsin. JPF is a newly formed company owned by Karen Jacobson and her brother Matt Jacobson.

Two Rivers, Wisconsin, December 22, 2016 - Creative Business Services (CBS-Global), Green Bay, Wisconsin announces the sale of M&M Lunch located in Two Rivers Wisconsin to Asan Maksuti.

Belgium, Wisconsin, October 28th, 2015 – Creative Business Services / CBS –Global is pleased to announce the sale of How Dea Mini Mart in Belgium, Wisconsin.

John Foster, Business Intermediary with Creative Business Services / CBS-Global has announced the sale of Fieldcrest Manor, a CBRF assisted living center in Manitowoc, WI to North Oak Health Care. Mike and Christine Dunn have owned, operated and expanded Fieldcrest Manor for over 25 years. North Oak Health Care owners Dean and Derrick Maschoff look forward to continuing the high level of excellent service and wonderful reputation the Dunn’s have established.

Creative Business Services / CBS-Global is pleased to announce that the Dairy Queen property located at 3506 Calumet Avenue in Manitowoc, Wisconsin will be a new combo Dunkin Donuts/ Baskin Robins store. Wisconsin Dells-based TMart Operations purchased the property from Dairy Queen owners Jon and Kim Rausch. The existing buildings on the site will soon be raised and a brand-new facility will be built in early 2020. TMart Operation owns numerous Dunkin Donuts and Baskin Robins stores in Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

Iron Mountain, Michigan, April 4, 2013 -- On March 22, 2013 BJ Bhatt, a highly experienced hotelier from Green Bay, Wisconsin purchased the franchised Budget Host Motel located in Iron Mountain, Michigan. Former owners, Joe and MaryAnn Kozial, moved from Chicago to operate the Budget Host nearly 15 years ago. They plan on retiring in Iron Mountain. The business sale was facilitated by John Foster, Business Intermediary with Creative Business Services of Green Bay, WI. Financing was provided to the buyer by Michelle Sellers with River Valley Bank.

Manitowoc, Wisconsin – April 10, 2019 – John Foster, Business Intermediary with Creative Business Services / CBS-Global has announced the sale of 835 S 29th Street in Manitowoc Wisconsin.

Sheboygan Falls Wisconsin, January 9, 2018 -- John Foster, Business Intermediary with Creative Business Services/CBS-Global is happy to announce the sale of Parkview Family Restaurant in Sheboygan Falls WI. The business was sold to Raim Biftiri who will be running the business along with his family. Dave and Cindy Berth had been operating the business for nearly ten years. The restaurant will open in a few weeks after updating is completed.

Creative Business Services / CBS-Global is pleased to announce that Cody Piontek, owner of Certified Auto Services, has purchased the former Brooks Auto, located at 3801 Calumet Avenue in Manitowoc. The sale was facilitated by John Foster of Creative Business Services. Certified Auto Services will be moving their business to the new larger location on Calumet Avenue.

Two Rivers, WI – May 7, 2021 – Creative Business Services/CBS-Global is pleased to announce the sale of the formerly occupied Luigi’s Restaurant located at 1033 22nd Street, Two Rivers, Wisconsin. The buyers, Steve and Dan Diederich, owners of Pizza Garden in Manitowoc, plan on expanding their successful business into the Two Rivers market at this location. The building was listed and brokered by John Foster of Creative Business Services/CBS-Global and Co-Brokered by Abby Garcia of Choice Commercial Real Estate.

De Pere, Wisconsin, May, 6 2014 -- Life Church Green Bay has purchased the former SC Grand property located at 1250 Mid Valley Rd. in the town of Lawrence. John Foster, of Creative Business Services of Green Bay, who specializes in brokering bank owned properties, facilitated the sale.

Manitowoc, Wisconsin, June 4, 2013 -- After 15 years of ownership, Dennis and Linda Hebert sold Club Bil-Mar to Manitowoc businessmen, Guy LeClair and Rick Manlick. Manlick and LeClair have significant changes planned for the business, including a new name. The former Club Bil-Mar will now be operating under the name City Limits. City Limits will continue to feature and promote the banquet side of the business. However, a new menu and an updated look will soon follow.

Traxys is a global raw material marketing and sourcing firm specializing in base metals and concentrates, minor and alloying metals, industrial minerals and chemicals, materials for steel mills and foundries, and carbon products. It holds investments in various mining operations around the world and operates both coal handling facilities and power generation assets in the U.S.

Green Bay, Wisconsin, February 12, 2013 – On December 21, 2012 one of Northeast Wisconsin’s premier wholesale and retail lighting distributorships, the oldest in the state of Wisconsin, changed ownership. The Lighting Center of Green Bay is located at 2190 C South Ashland Avenue in Green Bay. PHM Ventures, LLC is the new owner.

Robert and Noreen Pollman, owners of the Door Peninsula Winery and Shipwrecked in Egg Harbor purchased the well-known C & C Supper Club located in the heart of Fish Creek.

Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin - February 22, 2019 – Creative Business Services / CBS-Global, Green Bay, is pleased to announce the sale of The Mill Supper Club by Don and Shelly Petersilka to Cory Lehman.

Green Bay, Wisconsin, July 25, 2011 -- Creative Business Services is pleased to announce the sale of American Prosthetic Components, Inc. (APC) to Beverly Capital, LLC. The transaction occurred June 30, 2011 and was managed by Michael J Schwantes of Creative Business Services, Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Green Bay, Wisconsin, June 1st, 2015 - Creative Business Services / CBS-Global, LLC is pleased to announce the sale of Caffe Espresso in Green Bay, Wisconsin. This eclectic restaurant has been a favorite of Meyer Theatre patrons and others, both young and old, for years. Loyal customers were sad to see it close, but pleased to learn that proprietor, Rachel O'Leary, sold the establishment to William (Bill) Schleis, successful entrepreneur and owner of the equally popular and successful Salt bar and restaurant in De Pere. Mr. Schleis has big plans for the Caffe Espresso space.

Creative Business Services/CBS Global is pleased to announce the sale of 8440 W Cleveland Avenue in West Allis, WI by Fan Zhang of Yun LLC to Kevin Nugent of West Allis.

Green Bay, Wisconsin, September 29, 2017 -- Creative Business Services / CBS-Global is happy to announce the sale of the 2581 Packerland Drive, which will now be the new home of Famous Dave’s - opening in Mid December.

The ownership of the Regatta Restaurant located at 465 Marina Lane in Green Bay has determined to begin renovation of this 12-year-old facility. This popular waterfront restaurant was built in 2004.

Green Bay, Wisconsin, October 11, 2018 -- Creative Business Services / CBS-Global is pleased to announce the sale of 405-409 West Walnut Street, Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Eau Claire, Wisconsin, October 16, 2014 –- Creative Business Services / CBS Global is pleased to announce the sale of Heartland Aviation, Inc., the FBO and Charter operations to Hawthorne Aviation. The present management team of Jeff and Larry Husby will stay on, and will be joined by the seasoned Aviation professionals of Hawthorne Aviation. Hawthorne is located in Charleston, SC, and with this acquisition has grown its FBO base to include 6 FBO operations.

Michael J Schwantes, President of CBS-Global/Creative Business Services announces the sale of the former Applebee’s property located at 129 N Madison Avenue in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin.

Valders, Wisconsin, September 30, 2014 – Creative Business Services / CBS-Global, LLC is pleased to announce the sale of CC Willows Restaurant and Supper Club in Valders, Wisconsin. For many years, CC Willows was operated by “Moldy” & Char Moldenhauer. After Moldy’s untimely departure, it was best decided to sell the restaurant. CBS-Global was retained and the well-known restaurant sold on September 30th, 2014.

Green Bay, Wisconsin – February 17, 2010 - 121 South Washington Investments, LLC has purchased the former Foxxies lounge, also formerly known as Washington Street Pub. Troy Streckenbach, a member of the LLC, also owns the adjacent lounge, Stir-Ups. The business transfer was handled by Mike Schwantes of Creative Business Brokers, Inc.

Green Bay, WI. - CBS-Global congratulates Ms. Sarah Breitreiter on her milestone achievement, after completing the Business Certified Appraisers (BCA) designation through International Society of Business Appraisers (ISBA).

Green Bay, Wisconsin, June 21, 2017 – Creative Business Services / CBS-Global, LLC is pleased to announce that Ryan Pankratz has joined the firm as an Independent Business Intermediary.

Green Bay, Wisconsin, November 5, 2020 – Creative Business Services / CBS-Global, LLC is pleased to announce that Amber Schneider has joined the firm as a Client Services Manager.

Creative Business Services is pleased to welcome Michael R. Garsow as New Business Development Manager. CBS-Global, a full-service mergers & acquisitions and business brokerage firm with headquarters in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Green Bay, Wisconsin, May 29, 2014 – Creative Business Services, also known as CBSGlobal is pleased to announce that Michael VanDenLangenberg (Mike Van) has joined the firm as an Independent Business Intermediary specializing in the manufacturing industry. In his new role, Mike Van will direct his focus and efforts to help owners of privately held manufacturing companies.

Green Bay, Wisconsin, June 14, 2016 – Creative Business Services, also known as CBSGlobal is pleased to announce that Mary Lou VanDeusen has joined the firm as an Independent Business Intermediary specializing in the sale of main street businesses. In her new role, Mary Lou brings the experience of a self-employed professional who has owned and operated a number of businesses.

Creative Business Services/CBS-Global, headquartered in Green Bay, WI, is pleased to announce the opening of a satellite office to serve the Sheboygan County market. The office is located at 615 S 8th Street, Suite 110 A, B & C, Sheboygan, WI 53081 and will be opening June 1, 2018.