Services M&A Transactions

Alan Bugler quoted in, “Sense of the Markets: AI Revolution in Staffing Well Underway,” The Deal

BGL Managing Director Alan Bugler was recently quoted in an article published by The Deal entitled, “Sense of the Markets: AI Revolution in Staffing Well Underway.”

In the article, Alan discussed how AI is impacting the staffing industry and what firms are doing to adapt. Alan also shared his outlook on M&A activity in the sector, noting how AI has moved beyond theoretical discussions in staffing business boardrooms. For sponsors in the space, the ability to invest in AI solutions for portfolio holdings presents a real opportunity.

To read the complete article, visit The Deal website (subscription required).

Alan will also be speaking about the state of M&A in the sector at the upcoming Staffing Industry Analysts’ CollaborationX conference. He will be on a panel entitled, “Can AI and Automation Increase Your Multiple? How Technology is Reshaping Staffing Firm Value,” on October 1,2026, from 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. CT.

Craig Decker Appears on FreightWaves TV to Discuss Trucking M&A

BGL Managing Director Craig Decker, who leads the firm’s Transportation & Logistics Infrastructure investment banking team, recently joined FreightWaves TV to discuss the ongoing recovery of the freight market and his outlook on transportation M&A.

In the interview, Craig explains how the prolonged freight recession has affected transaction activity, while signs of improving market conditions are beginning to bring buyers and sellers back to the market.

Looking ahead, Craig sees M&A momentum building across the trucking sector, with brokerage activity leading the recovery and asset-based transactions beginning to follow. He also highlights growing interest in specialized and dedicated transportation businesses, including cold chain, pharmaceutical, and hazmat logistics, where differentiated capabilities and more durable margins are driving buyer interest.

For all of Craig’s insights, watch the full interview on FreightsWaves TV.

BGL Property Management Market Update – August 2026

Property Management Landscape COVER WEB v2

BGL’s Property Management Landscape report examines the key investment themes shaping the sector, including consolidation opportunities, revenue dynamics, technology adoption, operational sophistication, and the evolving criteria investors are using to evaluate scaled platforms.

Property management continues to attract interest from strategic acquirers and private equity investors due to its fragmented market structure, durable demand drivers, recurring revenue characteristics and AI-related risk profile. However, quality assets remain difficult to find at scale, and investors are placing greater emphasis on local-market density, customer retention, organic growth, and the ability to expand revenue per door through ancillary services and technology-enabled operations.

The report outlines the investment considerations most relevant to property management platforms across a variety of property types. It also highlights the key considerations that platforms across the subsectors of the property management landscape should have for implementing AI solutions.

BGL remains committed to informing clients of the current state of the property management market and is available to discuss appropriate M&A strategies, growth opportunities, and financing alternatives.

Download the publication preview of Property Management Landscape – Investment Considerations. To request access to the full report, follow the link within the preview and complete the request form.

BGL Advises Dumpsters.com

Dumpsters.com acquired by Bluepoint Capital Partners

Client Description

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Westlake, Ohio, Dumpsters.com is a leading managed site services provider in the United States and one of the largest roll-off rental providers nationwide. The Company serves the recurring, critical site solution needs of geographically diverse commercial, contractor, and industrial customers nationwide. Leveraging its differentiated, proprietary technology platform with its national vendor partner network, Dumpsters.com has sold over one million dumpsters. The Company’s best-in-class technology platform provides it with the unique ability to serve as a single-source solution for customers, eliminating typical pain-points including decentralized spending, inconsistent price structures, and managing multiple outsourced vendor service agreements.

BGL Announces the Sale of Dumpsters.com to Blue Point Capital Partners

Brown Gibbons Lang & Company (BGL), a leading independent investment bank and financial advisory firm, is pleased to announce the sale of Dumpsters.com, a single-source provider of comprehensive waste and site services, to Blue Point Capital Partners. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

BGL’s Environmental Services investment banking team served as the exclusive financial advisor to Dumpsters.com in the transaction. Learn more about the team here.

Transaction Details

The transaction will support Dumpsters.com’s continued expansion as a comprehensive, single-source provider of managed waste and site services across the United States. Blue Point Capital Partners’ experience partnering with founder-owned businesses will help accelerate the Company’s next phase of growth, while further strengthening its position as a leading provider of waste solutions.

About BGL’s Environmental Services Investment Banking Team

BGL’s Environmental Services investment banking team has been ranked #1 in Environmental Services transaction volume in North America since 2016, according to PitchBook.com. Our Environmental team focuses on businesses that perform essential services to the waste processing & disposal, water & wastewater treatment, waste-to-value, and waste-to-energy markets.

To learn more about BGL’s other recent transactions in environmental services M&A, visit our Transactions page.

CollaborationX 2026

Presented by Staffing Industry Analysts, CollaborationX brings together CEOs, owners, and senior executives from staffing organizations across industry sectors and sizes to learn about the latest trends and insights on AI, automation, emerging technologies, and innovation across staffing and workforce solutions.

BGL Managing Director Alan Bugler will be speaking on a panel entitled, “Can AI and Automation Increase Your Multiple? How Technology is Reshaping Staffing Firm Value,” on October 1,2026, from 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. CT.

This session will explore how technology is changing the value equation for staffing firms. The panel will include industry leaders, investors, and advisors as they discuss the operational capabilities, business models, and technology strategies that are driving stronger financial performance and attracting investor interest.

BGL’s Professional Services investment banking team understands the challenges of service delivery, client demands, and market dynamics in this sector, with a clear appreciation for how these factors drive value and investor interest.

IMN SFR/BTR Property Management Forum 2026

IMN SFR BTR Property Management Forum WEB

IMN SFR/BTR Property Management Forum brings together property management professionals, investors, operators, and technology providers to explore industry trends, operational strategies, and innovations shaping the single-family rental and build-to-rent sectors.

BGL Managing Director Brandon Dobell will be attending the conference and available to share insights on emerging trends and M&A opportunities across property technology, property management, and related services within the single-family rental market.

BGL’s Real Estate & Property Technology team has a 25-year track record of advising companies solving complex industry challenges. Our clients benefit from our enduring global relationships and deep industry insights which span the entirety of the real estate & property technology continuum across the residential, multi-family, and commercial real estate landscape.

WEFTEC 2026

WEFTEC is a leading water quality conference and exhibition that brings together water professionals to explore innovative solutions, industry trends, and advancements in environmental sustainability

BGL Managing Director Eliott Musick and Director David Silver will be attending this year’s conference and available to discuss upcoming opportunities in the environmental services sector.

BGL’s Infrastructure Services investment banking team focuses on businesses that perform essential maintenance, repair, inspection, and construction services for critical infrastructure assets. Our sector-focused bankers offer industry expertise and deep relationships, including a comprehensive understanding of the key drivers impacting service providers to critical transportation, water, power and utility, telecom, and energy markets.

BGL Advises ENTACT

Entact, a portfolio company of J.F. Lehman & Company, acquired by Ridgemont Equity Partners

Client Description

Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, ENTACT is an integrated, full-service provider of environmental remediation and geotechnical services, supplemented by comprehensive design-build engineering capabilities, serving public and private sector clients across North America. With more than three decades of operating history, ENTACT has built a reputation as a trusted partner for complex, mission-critical projects through its in-house engineering expertise, industry-leading safety performance, nationwide footprint, and turnkey self-perform capabilities, creating a differentiated platform that combines technical depth with project execution certainty. The Company has completed more than 3,000 projects on behalf of its repeat, blue-chip client base spanning the power, chemical, industrial, energy, public sector, and consulting & engineering industries.

BGL Announces the Sale of ENTACT to Ridgemont Equity Partners

Brown Gibbons Lang & Company (BGL), a leading independent investment bank and financial advisory firm, is pleased to announce the sale of ENTACT, a leading provider of environmental and infrastructure solutions and a portfolio company of J.F. Lehman & Company, to Ridgemont Equity Partners. BGL’s Environmental Services and Infrastructure Services investment banking teams served as financial advisor to ENTACT in the transaction. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Transaction Details

The transaction creates a like-minded partnership between ENTACT and Ridgemont, positioning the Company to build on its established platform and continue its pursuit of a range of organic and inorganic growth opportunities to meet rising demand for environmental remediation and geotechnical services, supported by favorable regulatory tailwinds, increased public and private infrastructure investment, and continued penetration across a large and growing addressable market.

About BGL’s Environmental and Infrastructure Services Investment Banking Teams

BGL’s Environmental Services and Infrastructure Services teams focus on businesses that perform essential services dedicated to building and maintaining the country’s critical infrastructure and delivering complex environmental solutions. Our experience includes maintenance, repair, inspection, and construction services supporting transportation, water, power and utilities, telecommunications, and energy infrastructure, as well as waste and recycling, industrial and specialty waste, waste-to-energy, and environmental services. Our sector-focused bankers offer industry expertise and deep relationships, including a comprehensive understanding of the key drivers impacting all critical infrastructure end markets.

To learn more about BGL’s recent M&A transactions, visit our Environmental Services and Infrastructure Services transaction pages.