--- title: $17.7M in Strategic Capital Unlocked for Colson Group description: Unlocking $17.7M for Colson Group. 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The combined transaction value totaled $17.7 million. **Client Objective** Colson Group sought to unlock capital tied up in its real estate portfolio to reinvest directly into core business operations, including R&D, automation, and strategic growth initiatives. By leveraging a sale leaseback and build to suit structure, Colson aimed to improve liquidity while securing long-term control of its operational footprint. **Solution** Ascension Advisory partnered closely with Colson Group and their private equity sponsor to structure a creative capital solution that included both a traditional sale leaseback and a build to suit development. We conducted a comprehensive underwriting of both sites, aligning market intelligence with Colson’s operational needs and long-term goals. Our team negotiated favorable lease terms, built-in flexibility for future expansion, and coordinated with development partners to ensure the build to suit component met Colson’s technical and timeline requirements. Throughout the process, we helped streamline execution, manage diligence, and ensure the structure aligned with investor expectations. **Outcome** The combined transaction generated $17.7 million in proceeds for Colson Group, allowing the company to reinvest in growth while maintaining continuity across its facilities. The sale leaseback provided immediate liquidity, while the build to suit ensured Colson’s continued access to mission-critical space purpose-built for future scalability. With a stronger balance sheet, increased operational flexibility, and enhanced strategic focus, Colson Group is now better positioned to lead its global markets. 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