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- Saluting Earth Month Heroes: Landfills
Throughout Earth Month, Alliance has been honoring our industry partners dedicated to preserving our planet.As much as everyone tries to recycle, we all still generate garbage that needs disposal. The most common destination is “the dump”— slang for the landfill. Original landfills weren’t managed as responsibly as they are today. They were located too close to cities, towns, and residential areas where waste is generated.These smelly, poorly run landfills often leaked, allowing contaminated leachate to seep into aquifers. With the introduction of the Clean Water Act and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act in the 1970s, waste handling began to change. The backyard landfills were eradicated and replaced by today's modern mega-fills located far from residential areas. In a mega-fill, heavy-duty polymer liners are used to prevent leachate from impacting groundwater. Instead, any leachate is collected and treated before the water is returned to the environment. Methane: The Unobvious Mega HeroOrganic matter decays in landfills, releasing methane, which is the primary component of natural gas. In the past, this valuable resource was wasted through flaring. Now, with modern technology, most landfill gas is used to generate electricity through internal combustion engines or turbines, powering electrical generators. This innovation has generated more than 1,000,000 megawatt-hours of electricity annually from renewable gases.Alliance Technical Group is proud to be part of the network of specialists who make modern landfills work so well. Our critical laboratory services enable landfill operators to verify the efficacy of their wastewater systems. Additionally, our stack testing services play a vital role in ensuring engine and turbine emissions comply with stringent EPA regulations.So, the next time you put that bag of household waste on the curb, don't feel guilty. You're still recycling, you're just recycling energy and that's good for the environment too.
- Saluting Earth Month Heroes: Steel Recyclers
During Earth Month, we’re celebrating industry allies committed to practicing sustainable initiatives to safeguard the environment. Who knew old rust buckets, broken appliances and junk cars could the planet? Instead of being tossed aside, they can take on a more vital role—helping our planet’s long-term health. That’s where metal shredders come in; they’re the source for recycling these materials on a spectacular scale. At a shredding operation, scrap is fed into a huge hammer mill where rapidly spinning steel hammers pound the metal into tiny bits. Then those bits are separated into steel, copper, aluminum, brass, and other useful materials. In the past, these valuable resources sat in junk yards wasting away. Now, old metal items have a purpose. Today, there are more than 350 shredding operations scattered across the U.S., and hundreds more overseas. This ongoing effort and dedication to a sustainable future is the reason more steel is now made through recycling than ever before. According to the Department of Commerce, the steel recycling industry ranks 16th in terms of revenue generation nationwide.From the shredder to the mini mill to the many manufacturing operations that use recycled steel, Alliance Technical Group supports this important part of the supply chain through our laboratory, source testing, consulting, and ambient air monitoring services. We’re proud to be part of the sustainability commitment for a healthier planet. The amount of pollution generated through shredding and recovering scrap steel in electric arc furnaces is significantly less than turning iron ore into steel. It’s the single most important form of recycling practiced in this country.
- The Role of Alliance's GMAP in Modern Air Quality Management
Alliance Technical Group's GMAP service is a breakthrough in how we monitor and manage air quality. GMAP, which stands for Geospatial Measurement of Air Pollutants, is like a high-tech detective for air pollution. It's a mobile service, meaning our team can travel around, gathering information on various air pollutants. It uses sophisticated technology to analyze this data and create detailed maps showing where these pollutants are most concentrated, helping to pinpoint the sources of pollution. Understanding Air Quality Challenges Air pollution is a complex issue. It's not just about the amount of pollutants in the air, but also about understanding how they move and change over time. Traditional stationary monitoring methods only give us a snapshot of the situation, often missing the bigger picture. Pollution doesn't stay put; it spreads and changes with the wind, weather, and other factors. GMAP's ability to move and track pollution in real time gives us a much clearer view of what's happening with our air quality. How GMAP Makes a Difference GMAP is essentially a mobile laboratory. Our team is equipped with advanced instruments to measure different types of air pollutants at numerous points across the facility, including along the fenceline and surrounding roadways. These instruments include multiple gas analyzers and highly accurate GPS systems for mapping. This technology allows for real-time, on-site air quality assessments, which are crucial for quick and effective environmental management. Alliance also collects weather data, bringing together gas analyzers, wind data, and GPS to generate maps. Wind direction is essential to this process as it allows our team to backtrack from the observed pollutant concentration to the potential emission source(s). Picture a petroleum refinery that needs to ensure it's not exceeding pollution limits. GMAP can be brought in to monitor the air both within and around the facility boundary at any location accessible by vehicles (including the facility fenceline, neighboring communities, etc.), giving instant feedback and helping to pinpoint potential areas of concern relevant to environmental regulatory compliance. Tech Trends and Advancements The technology behind GMAP is part of a larger trend towards smarter, more connected environmental monitoring systems. We're seeing a rise in the use of real-time data analysis, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and advanced mapping software in environmental science. These tools are making it possible to understand and respond to environmental challenges more quickly and accurately than ever before. Benefits of GMAP 1. Real-time Data and Analysis: The ability to gather and analyze data in real time is a significant advantage. It enables quicker responses to potential environmental hazards and helps in making informed decisions to mitigate risks. 2. Advanced Mapping and Analysis: GMAP's geospatial mapping program enhances the understanding of air pollutant dispersion and source identification, which is crucial for effective air quality management. 3. Mobility and Flexibility: Alliance's GMAP can move across a facility and monitor in real time, a significant advantage compared to stationary monitoring devices. This allows for a full picture of pollutant concentrations across the entire site and is less dependent on wind direction. 4. Contribution to Public Health and Environment: By ensuring better compliance with air quality standards and providing accurate data on pollutant levels, GMAP plays a crucial role in protecting public health and the environment. Potential Results and Impact By providing real-time, accurate information about air pollution, GMAP can have a significant impact on: • Improved Public Health: By identifying and addressing pollution sources more quickly, we can reduce exposure to harmful pollutants, leading to healthier communities. • Increased Corporate Responsibility: Businesses can use GMAP to monitor their own emissions, helping them to operate more sustainably and responsibly. With its real-time data capabilities, mobile flexibility, and advanced analytical tools, GMAP provides a whole new performance standard for today's air quality challenges. The Alliance team continues to take significant strides forward in our ability to help our clients safeguard their environments and public health. As industry professionals continue to seek effective and actionable insights, Alliance's GMAP demonstrates how technology and environmental stewardship can work hand in hand for a healthier, more sustainable future.
- The Environmental Impact Assessment: A Key Ingredient for Sustainable Business Success
Unraveling the Value of Environmental Impact Assessment We're all in the business of sustainability, whether we realize it or not. The intricacies of our global marketplace, combined with increasingly heightened environmental consciousness, necessitate a broader perspective on business decision-making. This is where the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) enters the equation, providing critical insights that can contribute to the long-term resilience and success of your enterprise. An EIA isn't merely a 'nice-to-have' or a box to tick off in corporate sustainability efforts. It's an essential tool for understanding the environmental implications of business activities, offering a detailed analysis of potential impacts, mitigation measures, and trade-offs. The EIA can shape decision-making and risk management strategies, revealing unseen opportunities for sustainable growth. The EIA: Not Just About Compliance, but Opportunity For many businesses, EIAs are associated primarily with regulatory compliance. While it's true that EIAs are often mandated by law, it's time to shift our perspective and view them as a strategic opportunity rather than an obligation. An EIA helps businesses identify potential environmental risks associated with their operations, which could translate into significant financial, reputational, or legal liabilities down the line. By proactively identifying and addressing these risks, businesses can enhance their resilience and ensure sustainable growth. Furthermore, a well-conducted EIA can provide valuable insights into the environmental and social dimensions of the business environment, opening doors to more responsible and competitive business practices. In today’s business landscape, where consumers and stakeholders alike are prioritizing sustainability, such insights can offer a competitive edge. Leveraging the EIA for Greater Engagement and Trust In a world where transparency is increasingly demanded, an EIA can serve as a powerful tool for stakeholder engagement. By demonstrating a business's commitment to understanding and mitigating its environmental impact, an EIA can build trust and strengthen relationships with stakeholders, including local communities, customers, and investors. Moreover, the EIA process provides an opportunity for businesses to engage with stakeholders, consider their concerns, and incorporate their insights into decision-making processes. Such an inclusive approach not only fosters trust but also enables businesses to tap into local knowledge and expertise, potentially revealing innovative solutions to environmental challenges. The EIA as a Pathway to Innovation and Leadership Here's a thought: Consider the EIA as a pathway to innovation. By requiring businesses to critically analyze their activities and consider alternative approaches, the EIA process can stimulate creative thinking and innovation. For example, it could spark ideas for energy-efficient processes, waste reduction strategies, or environmentally-friendly product design, driving both sustainability and business value. In this context, the EIA emerges as a tool for leadership. By embracing the EIA, businesses can position themselves at the forefront of sustainable business practices, leading by example and influencing others in their industry. It's time to embrace the Environmental Impact Assessment as more than a tool for environmental compliance. It is an instrument for risk management, stakeholder engagement, innovation, and leadership. As companies navigate increasing environmental challenges and sustainability expectations, the EIA is not just crucial for corporate growth—it’s crucial for our collective future.
- Alliance Announces Strategic Acquisition of ORTECH Consulting Inc.
Decatur, AL – February 2, 2024 - Alliance Technical Group ("Alliance"), a leader in environmental testing and compliance services, today announced its agreement to acquire ORTECH Consulting Inc. ("ORTECH"), a prominent Canadian environmental, engineering, and science consulting firm. This strategic move marks a significant expansion of Alliance's portfolio in environmental and technical expertise and brings Alliance’s service offerings to the international stage. Ortech Consulting Inc. - ORTECH, with its rich history of delivering high-quality environmental consulting services, complements Alliance's mission to offer comprehensive environmental solutions. Their expertise in air quality, renewable energy, and environmental assessments will be instrumental in achieving Alliance's strategic goals. "Alliance's acquisition of ORTECH is a pivotal step in our journey to become a global leader in environmental services. ORTECH's renowned expertise and innovative approach align perfectly with our vision for the future," said Chris LeMay, CEO of Alliance Technical Group. This acquisition is expected to bring together the strengths of both organizations, offering enhanced services to clients and creating new opportunities in the global environmental sector. Alliance remains committed to its core values of excellence, integrity, and sustainability, ensuring a seamless transition for ORTECH’s clients and employees. Environmental Financial Consulting Group (EFCG) served as the exclusive financial advisor to Alliance in its acquisition of Ortech.
- Alliance Technical Group acquires GBMc & Associates
Decatur, AL / Bryant, AR – December 6, 2022 -- Alliance Technical Group, LLC ("Alliance"), backed by investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners (MSCP), completed its latest acquisition with the purchase of GBMc & Associates. This merger expands Alliance's consulting capabilities and national resources. Founded in 1996, GBMc & Associates is a multimedia environmental consulting firm located in Bryant, Arkansas. GBMc & Associates utilizes regulatory, scientific, and engineering expertise to provide outstanding environmental compliance and regulatory support for industrial and municipal customers, including Fortune 500 companies nationwide. "Acquiring GBMc & Associates further strengthens Alliance's position in the environmental consulting market," said Chris LeMay, Alliance's Chief Executive Officer. "The combination of GBMc & Associates' experience in watershed and land use management, ecological services, and environmental regulatory compliance will help Alliance meet our customers’ growing needs for these unique environmental-related services." Scott Williams, Alliance's Chief Revenue Officer, adds, "The GBMc culture of taking care of customers and employees as the most important aspect of their business fits in perfectly with Alliance core values of customer service, team, and response. We are very excited about the opportunity to expand our service lines to include the special skills GBMc & Associates bring to the table.” The Environmental Financial Consulting Group (EFCG) is pleased to have served as financial advisor to Alliance Technical Group, LLC (Alliance), an environmental testing, monitoring, and analysis company backed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners (MSCP), on its acquisition of GBMc & Associates, Inc.
- Alliance Technical Group acquires PACE Environmental
April 1, 2022 – Alliance Technical Group, LLC (“Alliance”), a company backed by investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners (“MSCP”), makes its second strategic acquisition in 2022 with the purchase of PACE Environmental (“PACE”). PACE, based in Whitehall, PA, provides stack testing and continuous emissions monitoring systems (“CEMS”) services throughout the northeastern United States. Acquiring PACE adds to Alliance’s leading national stack testing footprint and fast growing CEMS service line while increasing the talent, equipment and other resources available to support existing Alliance customers. With over 800 employees and 31 offices located across the United States, Alliance provides a host of value-added service offerings to their established and growing customer base. “Adding the PACE team allows us to more efficiently serve our expanding northeastern U.S. customer base while adding a strategic location for our rapidly expanding CEMS services,” noted Alliance CRO Scott Williams. “This is a knowledgeable and experienced team and lets us provide regionally located support for our stack testing and CEMS integration and support services.”
- Alliance Technical Group makes first acquisition of the year: C.E.M. Solutions, a leading Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems Provider
Decatur, AL, Feb. 2, 2022 – Alliance Technical Group, L.L.C. (“Alliance”), a company backed by investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners (“MSCP”), completed its first acquisition in 2022 with the purchase of C.E.M. Solutions, Inc. Headquartered outside of Tampa, FL, with operations offices in Hernando, FL, and Lenexa, KS, C.E.M. Solutions is a national leader in continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS) design, integration, and service. C.E.M. Solutions also provides stack testing services throughout the central and eastern regions of the United States. CEMS are utilized across a broad range of industries to provide real-time emissions monitoring data, ensure compliance with permit limitations, and provide process information used to optimize facility operations. Together, Alliance and C.E.M. Solutions, with coast-to-coast offices and more than 800 employees, can provide national CEMS design, integration, and service support in a diverse range of end markets. Jeremy Johnson, President of C.E.M. Solutions, will lead the CEMS division for Alliance and stated, “The opportunity to become a part of Alliance allows our team the ability to expand career opportunities, grow our services within an established customer base backed by a robust sales & marketing team and significantly deepen our bench. I am excited to join the energetic, employee, and customer-focused team at Alliance.” “CEMS integration and monitoring is a natural addition to our expanding environmental services business. The ability to provide all things air to our nationwide customer base is critical to our mission of being a strategic and trusted partner helping our customers achieve their environmental goals,” noted Alliance C.E.O. Chris LeMay. “Alliance will continue to expand this key service line through strategic partnerships, acquisitions, and organic growth within our customer base.”
- Morgan Stanley Capital Partners Completes Investment in Alliance Technical Group
NEW YORK - Investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners (“MSCP”), the middle-market focused private equity team at Morgan Stanley Investment Management, have acquired a controlling interest in Alliance Technical Group (“Alliance” or the “Company”), from Align Capital Partners. MSCP is partnering with the current management team led by CEO Chris LeMay, who will continue to lead the business. Headquartered in Decatur, AL, Alliance is the leading provider of regulatory-driven air quality testing and monitoring solutions to customers throughout North America. Alliance has grown into one of the largest platforms in the industry through strong organic growth and strategic M&A, completing 13 acquisitions since 2015. Eric Kanter, Managing Director and Head of Industrials at MSCP, said: “We are delighted to partner with Chris and the Alliance team as they continue to build the leading air quality testing and monitoring platform in North America. Alliance’s consistent above market organic growth coupled with a customer-focused culture are a testament to what the management team has built over the past 20 years and has facilitated its widely-viewed reputation as the acquirer of choice in a highly fragmented industry. We look forward to working together as we seek to advance Alliance’s leadership position and continue expanding the company through organic growth and M&A.” Mr. Kanter will serve as the Chairman of the Board of Alliance. MSCP’s investment in Alliance is consistent with the team’s focus on target subsectors where MSCP has deep institutional knowledge and domain expertise. Alliance, which follows MSCP’s most recent Industrials investment in AWT Label & Packaging, is MSCP’s third investment in 2021 following the acquisitions of Nivel Parts and Sila Heating & Air Conditioning. The management team and the broader employee base of Alliance will retain a meaningful ownership position in the Company. Chris LeMay, CEO of Alliance, stated, “We are extremely excited to partner with MSCP as we enter our next chapter of growth. With MSCP’s support and expertise, we plan to expand our current capabilities and geographic footprint while continuing to provide the highest quality offering to our customers. MSCP’s commitment to operational excellence in addition to their track record of completing add-on acquisitions will be invaluable as we continue scaling Alliance in the coming years.” “I’m extremely grateful for the hard work and dedication of the entire team at Alliance, and very proud of the growth they’ve achieved during our partnership these last five years,” Rob Langley, Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Align Capital Partners, said. “Chris LeMay and his team have an exciting opportunity ahead with MSCP to continue to build on that momentum.” Piper Sandler & Co. acted as financial advisor to Alliance. Proskauer Rose LLP served as legal counsel to MSCP and Global Counsel served as MSCP’s regulatory and policy advisor. McGuireWoods LLP served as legal counsel to Alliance. About Morgan Stanley Capital Partners Morgan Stanley Capital Partners, part of Morgan Stanley Investment Management, is a leading middle-market private equity platform that has invested capital in a broad spectrum of industries for over three decades. Morgan Stanley Capital Partners focuses on privately negotiated equity and equity-related investments primarily in North America and seeks to create value in portfolio companies primarily in a series of subsectors in the business services, consumer, healthcare, education and industrials markets with an emphasis on driving significant organic and acquisition growth through an operationally focused approach. For further information about Morgan Stanley Capital Partners, please visit www.morganstanley.com/im/capitalpartners. About Morgan Stanley Investment Management Morgan Stanley Investment Management, together with its investment advisory affiliates, has more than 731 investment professionals around the world and $1.4 trillion in assets under management or supervision as of March 31, 2021. Morgan Stanley Investment Management strives to provide outstanding long-term investment performance, service and a comprehensive suite of investment management solutions to a diverse client base, which includes governments, institutions, corporations and individuals worldwide. For further information about Morgan Stanley Investment Management, please visit www.morganstanley.com/im. About Morgan Stanley Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) is a leading global financial services firm providing investment banking, securities, wealth management and investment management services. With offices in more than 41 countries, the Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, institutions and individuals. For more information about Morgan Stanley, please visit www.morganstanley.com.
- Align Capital Partners Completes the Sale of Alliance Technical Group
CLEVELAND and DALLAS, July 20, 2021 – Align Capital Partners (“ACP”) is pleased to announce the sale of its environmental testing and compliance platform Alliance Technical Group (“Alliance” or the “Company”) to Morgan Stanley Capital Partners (“MSCP”). Headquartered in Decatur, AL, Alliance is a leading provider of source testing, emissions monitoring and analytical services to customers throughout the United States. Since ACP’s initial 2016 investment, the Company has achieved transformational growth. During the partnership, ATG completed 11 acquisitions, expanded into four new service lines and grew its revenue by more than 600%. This rapid growth enabled the Company to expand from four locations in 2016 to more than 20 today, while increasing headcount from less than 75 employees to over 750 today. “Five years ago, we chose ACP as our growth partner because we believed they had the expertise and shared growth vision to help us achieve our goals,” said Alliance CEO Chris LeMay. “ACP is what we thought they would be – a great partner. They continuously supported our investments in people, process improvement and technology, enabling us to scale geographically and into new services, all while becoming an even better company for our employees and clients.” The Alliance growth story is a great example of ACP’s dedication to helping lower middle market business owners and management teams create shared success. The experienced investment team at ACP understands the core growth and operating needs of small companies. In partnership with management, Alliance expanded from a regional source testing business to a national operation with a full breadth of emission testing and monitoring solutions. “ACP exists to support strong management teams in their pursuit of ambitious growth goals. It’s been a pleasure to work alongside Chris LeMay and the entire Alliance team as they consistently achieved each milestone in their journey to become one of the best testing, inspection and compliance companies in the U.S.,” said ACP Managing Partner Rob Langley. “We are extremely grateful for the hard work and dedication of the entire team at Alliance, and very proud of the growth they’ve achieved during our partnership these last five years.” This transaction marks the first exit for ACP since closing its inaugural fund in 2016. Since that time, ACP has completed 13 platform investments and 38 add-on acquisitions of growth-oriented business services, tech-enabled services and specialty manufacturing and distribution companies. In addition to Alliance, ACP owns four other testing and compliance-oriented platforms, making the firm one of the most active lower middle market investors in the category. Operating Partner Dave Perotti, Principal Jack Parks, and Associate Chris Collins worked alongside Mr. Langley on the Alliance investment. Piper Sandler & Co. acted as financial advisor to Alliance and McGuireWoods LLP served as legal counsel to the Company. Proskauer Rose LLP served as legal counsel to MSCP. About Align Capital Partners Align Capital Partners is a growth-oriented private equity firm that partners with business owners and management teams to create shared success. ACP manages $775 million in committed capital with investment teams in Cleveland and Dallas. ACP brings experience and resources to help lower-middle market companies accelerate their growth, to the benefit of management, employees and the firm’s investors. ACP makes control investments in differentiated companies within the business services, technology, specialty manufacturing and distribution sectors. For more information, visit aligncp.com.
- Alliance Technical Group Expands West Coast Presence with Acquisition of Horizon Air Measurement Services, Inc.
Alliance Technical Group, LLC (“Alliance”) completed its 12th add-on acquisition with the purchase of Horizon Air Measurement Services, Inc. (“Horizon”), located in Camarillo, CA. Horizon provides stack testing services to customers throughout California and the Western United States. Acquiring Horizon adds to Alliance’s rapidly growing West Coast presence and increases resources necessary to continue the expansion of all Alliance service lines in the region. Richard Vacherot, Technical Director of Horizon Air Measurement Services, Inc. said, “We’ve worked with Alliance to put our employees on the same team and are very excited to achieve this goal. The ability to offer the deeper bench and additional services that Alliance brings to the table will help us continue to service and grow our customer base.” Together, Alliance and Horizon have a national footprint with coast-to-coast offices and more than 750 employees, providing a deep bench of technical expertise across a diverse range of end markets. “Adding resources to our rapidly expanding West Coast operations was imperative, and Horizon delivers on both strategic and geographic fit,” noted Alliance CEO Chris LeMay. “As Alliance continues to expand, we look to partner with high quality, customer-focused companies across all of our services lines.”
- Expansion Continues for Alliance Technical Group with Acquisition of O’Brien & Gere / Ramboll’s Air Testing and Monitoring Division
Alliance Technical Group, LLC (“Alliance”) completed its 10th add-on acquisition with the purchase of the air testing and monitoring division of O’Brien & Gere, a division of Ramboll (“Ramboll Air Testing and Monitoring”). Ramboll Air Testing and Monitoring provides source emission testing (stack testing) and ambient air monitoring services to customers throughout the Northeastern and Midwestern United States. Acquiring Ramboll Air Testing and Monitoring is an important next step for Alliance, which is actively investing in growth to build a national, best-in-class air emission testing, monitoring, and laboratory analysis platform. Strategically, Ramboll Air Testing and Monitoring significantly strengthens Alliance’s presence in the New York and Pennsylvania markets to promptly respond to complex, challenging source testing projects. In addition, the partnership increases the breadth of ambient air monitoring services that Alliance can provide to its customers. Dave Ostaszewski, Division Manager of Ramboll Air Testing and Monitoring said, “Joining the Alliance team expands our resources and technical capabilities to our existing customer base and provides the ability to offer our ambient monitoring and complex source testing resources to the rapidly expanding Alliance customer base. The Alliance approach to quality, delivery, and cross-selling customers is unmatched in the industry and will bring growth opportunities to our entire team.” Together, Alliance and Ramboll Air Testing and Monitoring have a national footprint with coast-to-coast offices and more than 700 employees, providing a deep bench of technical expertise across a diverse range of end markets. “The Ramboll Air Testing and Monitoring team brings additional talent and expertise to our complex source testing and ambient air monitoring teams,” noted Alliance CRO Scott Williams. “The opportunity to leverage Ramboll’s experienced field technicians with our existing customer base will expand our resource pool and increase our footprint in a strategic service growth area.” About Alliance Technical Group Headquartered in Decatur, AL, Alliance is the leading provider of air emissions testing and monitoring solutions to customers throughout the United States. With expertise in a variety of end markets, Alliance is focused on People, Process, and Technology to provide unparalleled response and service to assist customers with meeting their air compliance and risk reduction goals. For more information, please visit www.alliancetechnicalgroup.com, www.stacktest.com, www.alliance-em.com, or email info@alliancetechnicalgroup.com.
- Expansion Continues for Alliance Technical Group with acquisition of EMSI
April2, 2021 –Alliance Technical Group (“Alliance”) has completed its 9thadd-on acquisition with the purchase of EMSI, one of the nation’s largest Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) providers.EMSI will join the rapidly expanding Alliance division known as Alliance Emissions Monitoring (“AEM”).The addition of EMSI isan important growth investment for Alliance,which continues to actively build its premier emissions monitoring platform to complement its best-in-class source testing and analytical services, groups. Strategically, EMSI bolsters Alliance’s national presenceand provides increased capabilities to effectively and efficiently respond to corporate-wide, complex emissions monitoring projects. The partnership also increases the range of monitoring and inspection services that Alliance is able to provide its customers.Paul Phillips, President of EMSI,said, “Becoming part of Alliance allows EMSI access to resources, technology, and personnel that will enhance our employee and customer growth opportunities. Our combined team will have the largest resource base in the country and a uniquely singular focus on providing customers with unparalleled compliance, service, and support.”The combination creates a strong nationwide footprint with coast-to-coast operations, more than700employees, and a broad base of technical expertise to serve a diverse range of end markets. “This investment is a great complement to our industry-leading service offering and strengthensthe breadth of services Alliance offers to our rapidly expanding customer base.Adding EMSI to our AEM group is a perfect fit, and as we continue looking for opportunities to enter complementary markets, our primary focus is finding companies who fit nicely with our commitment to excellence, technology, and customer service – all key elements of “The Alliance Advantage,” noted Alliance CEO Chris LeMay.
- Alliance Honored with Best in Class Safety Award, Sets Record with 12 Client Nominations
We are incredibly proud to share that Alliance Technical Group won the prestigious Best in Class award at the 37th Annual Safety Excellence Awards (SEA) held on May 17, 2024, and hosted by the Industry Business Roundtable (IBR). Alliance’s win — our first in the Technical Support Large category — is a testament to our dedication to safety and commitment to industry-leading practices. The IBR SEA is a platform for contractors and subcontractors in the Texas Gulf Coast area to showcase their on-the-job safety performance and share best practices. This award marks a significant milestone for Alliance, as we have participated in IBR’s safety awards programs for nine years, previously earning bronze and multiple gold awards. This year, we not only secured our first Best in Class but also moved into the "large" category and set a record with nominations from 12 of our clients. Daniel Boreman, Alliance’s Director of Safety, expressed, "I want to thank all Alliance employees and especially our clients for your continued focus on safety. This achievement is only possible thanks to strong leadership combined with front-line employee and client commitment." Furthering our commitment and contributions to achieving industry-wide safety excellence and innovation, Alliance will serve as a mentor for the 2025 IBR SEA cycle, and our safety team is also sharing best practices at an IBR Health and Safety Area Council (HASC) meeting on June 20th.
- Alliance is Honored Twice at the EBJ Achievement Awards Ceremony
Receiving this industry recognition is a true reflection of the innovation, commitment and dedication demonstrated by every individual of the Alliance family. Celebrating Alliance’s massive growth is a thrill, not just as an industry leader—because every year, 2023 MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS Award Alliance Technical Group completed thestrategic mergers and acquisitions of eight organizations in 2023. With 5 of them being labs, we significantly expanded our environmental laboratory and analytics services to new regions in the US and CA. Diverse expertise and more capabilities are establishing our growing network of top-tier services. 2023 TECHNOLOGY MERIT: Mobile Air Monitoring Initiatives Alliance Technical Groupreceived this 2023 award for the Geospatial Measurement of Air Pollutants (GMAP) unit, a mobile air-monitoring unit developed in collaboration with Ken Garing and Associates, LLC. Based on the U.S. EPA’s Office of Research and Development (ORD) GMAP program. Alliance’s GMAP unit offers real-time monitoring, comprehensive coverage of air pollutants, and advanced data analysis using geospatial mapping software.On behalf of the Alliance Technical Group leadership team, Chris LeMay, Chief Executive Officer; Premal Vora, Chief Strategy Officer; and Scott Williams, Executive Advisor, proudly attended the 2024 EBI and EBJ Business Achievement Awards Ceremony for recognition of outstanding accomplishments in the environmental and climate change industries—for the year 2023.
- Alliance Announces Appointment of Kim Van Soelen as Chief Commercial Officer
Decatur, AL – January 17, 2024 – Alliance Technical Group ("Alliance"), a leader in environmental testing and compliance services, is excited to announce the appointment of Kim Van Soelen as the new Chief Commercial Officer. This key addition to the executive leadership team underscores Alliance Technical Group's commitment to accelerating growth and market diversification. With an impressive career over three decades, Kim is a seasoned professional in strategic growth, revenue enhancement, business development and marketing. Her expertise in these areas has been honed through significant leadership roles, most notably as Senior Vice President, Strategy & Growth at AECOM where she played a key role in diversifying market share and driving EBITDA growth within the firm’s vertical infrastructure business. "Kim’s appointment as Chief Commercial Officer is a strategic move for Alliance. Her extensive experience and proven track record in leading teams to achieve remarkable growth make her an invaluable asset to our company," stated Chris LeMay, CEO of Alliance Technical Group. "As we continue to expand our market footprint, Kim's visionary leadership and customer-centric approach will be instrumental in guiding our commercial endeavors." In her new role at Alliance Technical Group, Kim will focus on developing and implementing comprehensive commercial strategies, fostering key partnerships, and driving business growth. Her approach will enhance Alliance’s market position and help elevate the customer experience within the company’s diverse customer base.








