Rely Technology Acquires Carolina Custom Security & Sound

Allied Universal Acquires South Carolina-Based American Security

May 16, 2022

Professional Services

Allied Universal has acquired American Security, a South Carolina–based regional security services provider founded in 1975. The acquisition adds more than 1,200 employees and strengthens Allied Universal's presence and service capabilities across the Southeastern United States (Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia).

Cantey Tech Consulting Acquires SmartTech Consulting

April 22, 2025

IT Services

Cantey Tech Consulting, a Charleston-based managed service provider (MSP), has acquired the assets of SmartTech Consulting of Boiling Springs, South Carolina. The deal expands Cantey Tech’s footprint in the Carolinas and augments service capabilities — particularly security and support — for SmartTech’s small and mid-market clients.

Sciens Building Solutions (Huron Capital) Acquires SmartWatch Security & Sound

October 14, 2019

Industrial Services

Sciens Building Solutions, a portfolio company of Huron Capital, has acquired Mount Dora, Florida-based SmartWatch Security & Sound, a fire, security and sound integrator. The add-on expands Sciens' presence in Central Florida and adds expertise in access control, video surveillance and sound systems to its integrated offerings.

SEI Group Acquires Carolina Gutter Company of SC, LLC

March 5, 2024

Building Products

SEI Group LLC, a Quad‑C Management‑backed installer of insulation and specialty building products, acquired the assets of Carolina Gutter Company of SC, LLC, a Charleston-based installer of gutters, garage doors and after-paint products. The acquisition expands SEI’s local presence in the Charleston market as part of its ongoing rollup strategy under Quad‑C ownership; terms were not disclosed.

Presidio Acquires ROVE

June 13, 2022

IT Services

Presidio, a global digital services and solutions provider, acquired ROVE, a veteran-owned systems integrator based in Charlotte, North Carolina. The acquisition expands Presidio’s geographic presence in the Southeast (North Carolina and South Carolina) and adds ROVE’s enterprise audio-visual practice and technology modernization capabilities to Presidio’s offerings.

SOLV Holdings (Ambassador Enterprises affiliate) Acquires Custom Sound Designs (CSD)

May 10, 2022

Professional Services

SOLV Holdings, an affiliate of Ambassador Enterprises, has acquired Custom Sound Designs (CSD), a U.S.-based audio, visual, lighting, and acoustic design and integration firm headquartered in New Haven, Indiana. The deal keeps CSD leadership in place and is positioned as a strategic fit to support the company’s growth and legacy while providing operational and financial resources for expansion.