Building Businesses That Stand the Test of Time

For over 50 years, we've been investing in and growing companies through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to lasting value.

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In 2024, we're celebrating 50 years. Our focus on innovation, collaboration, and creativity have been essential cornerstones to drive our growth and set us apart, ensuring we continue to build successful businesses and honor our clients' legacy.

About us

What We Offer

Investment

We identify and invest in high-potential businesses, providing the capital and strategic guidance needed to accelerate growth.

Partnership

We work side-by-side with the companies in our portfolio, offering hands-on operational support and access to our deep network.

Growth

Through a disciplined, long-term approach, we unlock value and build enduring enterprises that stand the test of time.

Our Journey

50 years of growth, innovation, and building lasting enterprises.

1974

Fort Lauderdale, FL

1977

Fort Lauderdale, FL

2010

Tukwila, WA

2015

Trenton, NJ

2016

Rocky Mount, NC

2022

Pittsfield, MA

2022

Hollywood, FL

2024

Williston, VT

2025

Akron, OH

2025

Tacoma, Washington

Ding-A-Ling Answering Service

Herman Shooster, Michael's father, acquired Ding-A-Ling Answering Service in 1974 and this was the inception of the Shooster family business. Ding-A-Ling is our roots and the company still exists today in Palm Beach, FL.

Harrell's Answering Service

Harrell's Answering Service was the Shooster's second acquisition. After selling her business, Joan Harrell was only supposed to hang around for six months to help with the migration. 45+ years later, today, she is the Director of Operations for Answering Service Care.

Kelley's Telephone Answering Service

Kelley's Telephone Answering Service was strategically acquired in 2010. The company was started by Max Kelley in 1950, over 80 years ago. Acquired from Max's daughter Janie Kelley Choate and her husband, Jack Choate. The business had approximately 450 clients, all from the WA area.

A-1 Message Center

In 2015, A-1 Message Center was purchased, located right outside of Princeton, NJ. Previously owned by Robert Manheimer for fifteen years. Had approximately 450 clients located around NYC and Philadelphia areas.

Around-the-Clock Answering Service

Founded by Gay Mathews, who started the business twenty-five years prior. Had 150 clients, 90 in the funeral home business. All customers were local to the Rocky Mount area. Her daughter Athena Matthews continues to work for the company in a managerial capacity.

Berkshire Communicators

Located in the Berkshire Mountains in Massachusetts. Acquired from Julie Mooney in spring of 2022. Had been operating for over eighty years with approximately 360 clients from Massachusetts or the Hudson Valley, NY area. Now operates as Berkshire Receptionists.

A Ring-A-Ding Answering Service

In 2022, we acquired A-Ring-A-Ding Answering Service located down the street in Hollywood, FL.

Contact Communications

In 2024, we acquired Contact Communications. For over 30 years, Contact Communications has been keeping businesses and busy professionals connected, seven days a week, 24 hours a day.

AAAA Answering Service, Inc.

Our most recent acquisition is AAAA Answering Service, Inc., based in Akron, OH. With decades of experience, AAAA has built a strong reputation for delivering dependable call answering solutions around the clock. We're thrilled to bring their expertise into the Answering Service Care family.

Americall

Americall, a long-standing leader in live answering and contact center solutions, has joined the Answering Service Care family. Founded in 1938 and rooted in Tacoma, Washington, AmeriCall brings 85+ years of expertise supporting organizations that rely on dependable, always-on communication.