Mergers Acquisitions

TXO Acquires Canadian Tier 1 Provider Wesbell Communications

Canada – October 02, 2026 -- TXO has acquired Wesbell Communications, a Canadian Tier 1 telecommunications solutions provider, expanding TXO's technology lifecycle services and processing capacity across North America.

TXO adds Wesbell's Tier 1 customer base and processing capacity to its global network

The deal combines Wesbell's established Tier 1 customer relationships and solutions capability with TXO's international reach. Wesbell brings network and engineering services, managed services and technical support, backed by a team with deep telecoms infrastructure expertise.

Heartland Dental Adds 33-Practice Foundation Dental Partners Network

Effingham, Ill. – October 02, 2026 -- Heartland Dental, the nation's largest dental support organization, has closed its affiliation with Foundation Dental Partners, adding 33 supported practices across Georgia, Tennessee, South Carolina and Kentucky to its network.

Heartland Dental extends its Southeast footprint through the Foundation affiliation

The transaction brings Foundation Dental Partners' doctor-led practices under Heartland Dental's support umbrella, giving affiliated doctors access to Heartland Dental University's clinical and leadership development programs along with operations, marketing, technology, payor relations, human resources and procurement services.

Roland Foods to Acquire Savor Brands From Dot Foods in Equity Tie-Up

New York – October 02, 2026 -- Roland Foods, LLC will acquire Savor Brands, LLC from Dot Foods, Inc. under a strategic partnership that also gives Dot Foods an equity interest in Roland Foods, the companies announced. The deal pairs Roland Foods' 2,400-product global ingredient portfolio with Savor's frozen offerings and expanded import range, while Dot Foods will distribute both Roland and Savor products through its nationwide less-than-truckload redistribution network.

Dot Foods gains equity stake while keeping distribution role

Dot Foods, which carries 130,000 products from 1,500 manufacturers and operates 13 U.S. distribution centers plus two in Canada, will become both a shareholder in Roland Foods and its commercial distribution partner. Keith Dougherty, CEO of Roland Foods, said the Dot relationship will make it easier for customers to buy from the combined business.

ArchKey Acquires Cleveland's US Communications & Electric

Cleveland – October 01, 2026 -- ArchKey, a national electrical and technology systems provider, has acquired US Communications & Electric, a Cleveland-based technology integration firm, expanding its national technology services platform across North America.

Acquired firm brings 130 employees and 10,000 completed projects

US Communications & Electric, founded in 1996, employs more than 130 professionals and has completed over 10,000 projects for customers in data centers, healthcare, education, government, financial services, and industrial sectors. The firm specializes in audio-visual systems, distributed antenna systems (DAS), network infrastructure, security solutions, and connected building technologies.

Steward Partners Adds Six Teams, $2.2B in Assets in Q3

Stamford, Conn. – October 01, 2026 -- Steward Partners added six advisor teams managing a combined $2.2 billion in client assets during the third quarter of 2026, with five of the six joining through the firm's M&A channel.

Five teams join via acquisition, underscoring consolidation demand among independent advisors

American Financial Advisors, led by Mike Stark in Georgia, brought approximately $1 billion in client assets, the largest addition of the quarter. O'Neill Wealth Management in New Jersey contributed roughly $426 million, followed by Sapphire Blue Advisors in Michigan with about $305 million. KM Private Wealth, led by Kyle Martin in Alabama, added $194 million, while Axiom Capital Wealth Management, led by Bob Phinney in Massachusetts, brought $191 million. Integrity Financial Services, led by Jeff Seitz in Washington, joined through Steward's traditional affiliation model with $116 million in assets.

Colson Group Acquires Canadian Caster Maker Algood, Founded 1969

St. Joseph, Mich. – September 29, 2026 -- Colson Group has acquired Algood Caster Innovations, a Toronto-area manufacturer of industrial and specialty casters, wheels and mobility solutions founded in 1969.

Deal adds five decades of Canadian manufacturing expertise to Colson's global footprint

Algood operates a fully integrated manufacturing facility near Toronto, covering engineering and design, tool and die, metal stamping, injection molding, CNC machining, robotic welding and quality assurance. The setup allows the company to take products from concept through production within a single operation.

TJP Acquires Evolution Consulting, Building End-to-End Life Sciences Platform

Conshohocken, Pa. – September 29, 2026 -- TJP, an independent agency focused on value and patient access for life sciences, has acquired Evolution Consulting & Research, a market research organization serving global pharmaceutical and biotech clients.

Acquisition completes TJP's end-to-end commercial platform for life sciences brands

The deal integrates Research, Strategy, Creative, Pull-Through, and Analytics into a single operating model. It follows TJP's earlier addition of FX2 Virtual, which brought Virtual Sales Professionals, Virtual Key Account Managers, reimbursement specialists, and omnichannel data analytics into the agency's portfolio.

SJE Acquires Wilson Controls to Expand Water Automation Reach

Detroit Lakes – September 28, 2026 -- SJE, Inc. has acquired Wilson Controls, LLC, a New Hampshire-based automation and control provider for water, wastewater, and environmental applications, expanding SJE's PLC and SCADA systems integration and UL-listed control panel capabilities into New England.

Wilson Controls brings UL 508A and UL 698A panel manufacturing capabilities to SJE's portfolio

Founded in 2012 and based in Lee, New Hampshire, Wilson Controls engineers, programs, integrates, and supports PLC and SCADA systems, instrumentation, and control panels for municipal and industrial customers across New England and select projects beyond the region.

360training Acquires Atlantic Training Assets to Expand B2B Safety Catalog

Austin, Texas – September 22, 2026 -- 360training.com, Inc. has acquired select assets from Atlantic Training, adding 305 workplace safety, OSHA, HR compliance and soft-skills courses to its commercial training portfolio.

Deal adds two decades of workforce compliance expertise

Atlantic Training, founded in 2005, has served more than 10,000 clients and delivered over 5 million courses to organizations ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies. The acquired assets include the company's course catalog across dozens of industries and its WAVE EHS management software.

Citadel Aviation Acquires Gulfstream AOG Specialist Mach 1

Lake Charles, La. – September 22, 2026 -- Citadel Aviation has agreed to acquire Mach 1 Aviation Group, an FAA Part 145 certificated repair station (MAGR152E) based in Savannah, Georgia, in a deal expected to close by the end of September 2026. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Deal adds East Coast AOG hub to Citadel's V/VIP maintenance network

The acquisition gives Citadel Aviation its first operating presence on the U.S. East Coast and adds a dedicated aircraft-on-ground (AOG) response capability to its service lineup. Mach 1, founded in 2020 by former Gulfstream master technicians Richard Bennett, Derek Johnston and Ben Venuti, specializes in Gulfstream airframe, avionics and cabin systems support, with more than 100 years of combined technical experience across the team.