Major Technology Merger Creates Excitement and More Options For Clients and Partners

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

St. Louis, MO – June 22, 2021 – WheelHouse Solutions, a leading IT consulting and managed services provider and Clarus Communications, a leading technology broker, both based in St. Louis, Missouri, have announced a merger with TDM (Telecom Decision Makers) of Louisville, Kentucky. WheelHouse managing partner, Chris Torbit, will assume the role of Managing Partner of the newly-formed organization, working alongside TDM’s Jeff Mead who will focus on revenue growth and managing the enterprise sales organization. Current TDM CEO, Robert Bowling, will serve as CEO of the combined companies.

For over 20 years TDM has provided data, traditional voice, UCaaS, cloud migration, wireless solutions, network design, procurement, and vendor management to large national companies. TDM’s solutions also include Resolve; full, ongoing, live-person support with 24×7 coverage. Resolve provides customers with a single point of contact for any type of support related to their services or equipment providers.

“TDM brings a considerable amount of national account expertise, as well as global clients to the newly-formed organization,” said Chris Torbit. “Collectively, we are a force to be reckoned in the IT and telecom space.”

Since 2001, Clarus Communications has been successfully helping clients make the best decisions regarding their phone service, phone systems, wireless, and data needs. After the merger is complete, Clarus Communications will continue to provide agent support, as well as pursue agent recruitment for all three brands. The combination of all three companies has over 750 agents nationwide.

“After working closely with Clarus and Wheelhouse the past couple years, it was clear that merging the three companies would strengthen TDM,” said CEO Robert Bowling. “Our customers will see the benefit through more solution offerings and improved service; our team members, agents, customers, suppliers, and prospects all benefit in this deal.”

WheelHouse Solutions provides outstanding sales and support to clients utilizing cyber security, managed IT solutions, cloud services, IT consulting, telecom solutions, and Microsoft products. Since 2000, WheelHouse Solutions has played an integral role in helping customers achieve standards compliance and maintain the integrity of their IT infrastructure.

The goal of the merger is to capitalize on synergies and to expand the breadth and depth of services offered to enterprise clients. All three companies will maintain their individual brand identities but serve different markets. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

For more information about WheelHouse Solutions please visit www.wheelhouse.solutions; Clarus Communications  please visit www.clarusco.com; and TDM please visit www.tdm.cc.

Contact: 

Tommi Davis
Director of Marketing
WheelHouse Solutions 

(314) 433-4819

WheelHouse Solutions Announces Acquisition of KB Data

WheelHouse Solutions, an IT services provider in the St. Louis metropolitan area, has announced its acquisition of KB Data, a leader in the design, installation, and service of SIP‐based business telephone systems and IP telephone service. Since opening their doors in 2000, WheelHouse Solutions has provided exceptional information technology services to medium‐sized enterprises to Fortune 100 Companies. Understanding day‐to‐day business functions allows the WheelHouse Solutions team to structure IT solutions that mirror their customers’ business vision and avoid untimely surprises lurking around the corner.

KB Data is a leading national IP phone installer and a specialist in implementing multi‐site voice networks. With a unique approach to centralized project management and local implementation resources through a network of technicians, KB Data is a trusted partner for customers in helping them make the best possible technology decisions.

“Telecommunications and technology are becoming more and more intertwined,” said Scott Schaffer, general manager. “With the addition of KB Data’s telephony expertise to our organization, we can be a one‐stop shop for customers for all their business technology needs.”

The merger of the two companies is the result of a shared business vision to provide companies with a trusted advisor to assist in not only making the best possible business technology decisions, but also ensure the implementation of that solution meets business requirements and will not disrupt normal business operations. With a full‐circle approach to business technology, WheelHouse Solutions will also assist in ensuring that the maximum value from the system is delivered.

“It’s easy to recommend a technology solution; it’s a commitment to provide unique solutions as unique business demands change,” said Greg Stiff, principle. “We have grown into a full‐service IT services company that will continue to be part of our customers’ long‐term success.”

About WheelHouse Solutions
WheelHouse Solutions provides consulting, managed IT services and phone services. With local technicians, an NOC team, a help desk team and support staff, WheelHouse Solutions can structure IT, support employees and protect valuable data, all at a lower cost than hiring a full‐time IT staff. The WheelHouse Solutions team stays up‐to‐date on the latest technologies, the management of security around the latest technologies, and industry compliance requirements.

Contact:
Jennifer Kennedy
WheelHouse Solutions
(314) 513‐1704