High Point Networks Acquires EarthBend

Jul 10, 2017 | News

EarthBend’s VAR Division Becomes High Point Networks

High Point Networks today announced that the acquisition of EarthBend, LLC’s VAR division was final. In July, the company announced its intent to purchase the assets & Employees of the South Dakota-based technology company. This transaction represents a unique and significant opportunity to boost the level of technology services offered across all of High Point Networks’ coverage areas. EarthBend brings complementary technology products and services to the already enhanced technology portfolio offered by High Point Networks.

EarthBend Acquisition Highlights

  • The transaction is a positive strategic fit for both companies
  • The intent to purchase was announced on July 10th, 2017
  • The transaction was final at 12:01am on August 12th, 2017
  • The combined engineering teams make up one of the largest in the region
  • Organizations across SD, ND, MN, MT, & CO will benefit greatly from the combined technology offerings
  • The announcement to purchase came just before Mitel announced their purchase of ShoreTel which greatly increases High Point Networks’ ability to offer best-in-class telephony solutions with a deep bench of expertise on both sides

We are thrilled to welcome the EarthBend VAR division to the High Point family. We value the longstanding success that EarthBend, LLC has built over the last 36 years and are committed to providing employees the resources they need for continued success. Every step in this process has been positive, and I am most excited about how we can together have a measurable impact on the customers, communities, and families we serve.
Tom McDougall, President & CEO of High Point Networks

Over the next 30 days, both companies will be working through strategic integration items and will be communicating additional details to their employees, customers, and vendor partners.

For any questions regarding the EarthBend acquisition, please visit our get in touch page and contact us today.

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