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The combined company will leverage EPI\u2019s operational systems and infrastructure alongside BLG\u2019s decades of regional expertise and deep manufacturer, consultant, dealer and end-user relationships.<\/p>\n<p>Read more <a href=\"https:\/\/fortworthmovingnews.com\/?p=197\">Shelby Curry<\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cThis merger represents a tremendous opportunity to bring together two strong organizations and build something even better. BLG has built an incredible team and earned the respect of customers and manufacturers across the Midcentral Region over many years. Combining their experience and relationships with EPI\u2019s processes and systems gives us a platform to serve this region at the highest level.\u00a0<\/em>\u00a0\u2014\u00a0<strong>Bill Cassidy, CEO, EPI<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cWe\u2019ve spent decades building trust with our customers and manufacturer partners in this region, and we\u2019ve been looking for the right partner to help us grow that legacy. EPI shares our values and our commitment to doing right by the customer and our partners. This is the right fit at the right time, and I\u2019m excited about the future with EPI.\u201d<\/em>\u00a0\u2014\u00a0<strong>Jay Lawson, Partner, BLG<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Read more <a href=\"https:\/\/fortworthmovingnews.com\/?p=195\">Mary Katherine Camp<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The merged organization will operate across an expanded Central territory with plans to integrate teams, systems, and customer relationships in the months ahead. The merger with be finalized June 30, 2026. 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