CSI DMC has merged with 360 Destination Group
February 2025 — In a landmark move for the destination management industry, CSI DMC, a premier destination event management company, and 360 Destination Group (360DG), a leading national full-service destination management company (DMC), are merging to create one of the largest DMCs in the USA. The merger was facilitated through a strategic investment by H.I.G. Capital.
Since 1987, CSI DMC has been a leader in crafting memorable destination experiences. The company’s strength lies in blending detailed event planning with outside-the-box thinking. By taking the time to understand each client’s unique vision, its dedicated team creates personalized events that leave a lasting impression. Whether it’s infusing local culture into the details or bringing immersive concepts to life, CSI DMC’s people are at the forefront, turning ideas into reality.
Since 1978, 360DG has delivered unforgettable events and experiences for its enterprise clients, specializing in large corporate events, incentive trips and conferences. As a one-stop shop for corporations, 360DG provides end-to-end event services including decor design, food and beverage management, entertainment and activity coordination and transportation.
H.I.G. is a leading global alternative investment firm with US$67 billion in capital under management. Based in Miami, with offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York and San Francisco in the USA, as well as international affiliate offices in Hamburg, London, Luxembourg, Madrid, Milan, Paris, Bogotá, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Dubai and Hong Kong, H.I.G. specializes in providing both debt and equity capital to middle-market companies, employing a flexible and operationally focused, value-added approach. Since its founding in 1993, H.I.G. has invested in and managed more than 400 companies worldwide. The firm’s current portfolio includes more than 100 companies with combined sales exceeding US$53 billion.
Our role in the transaction
Oaklins DeSilva+Phillips, based in New York, served as the exclusive financial advisor to CSI DMC on the transaction, highlighting the team’s deep sector expertise in advising marketing services businesses, particularly those within the destination and event management industry.
Hope Valentine
President, CSI DMC
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Reed Phillips
Oaklins DeSilva+Phillips
Ken Sonenclar
Oaklins DeSilva+Phillips
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