MPS Partners is excited to announce its acquisition by SPR and the launch of a new consulting organization called SPR Consulting (www.spr.com). SPR Consulting will be a consolidation of the three core brands that make up the SPR Companies today.
The acquisition of MPS Partners (founded by Bill Topel, Don Mishory, Chris Kabat, Naresh Koka and Kathie Topel) concludes the 8-year joint venture between the firm and SPR. Bill Topel, MPS’ Managing Partner explains, “MPS Partners grew to become a leading Microsoft partner in the central United States. We are now excited to fully join SPR Consulting and be a part of the firm’s future. Over the past eight years we have seen tremendous growth in the industry, the cloud and MPS Partners. This acquisition enables us to continue to grow and deliver the great solutions that have always been a part of our core mission while providing our employees new and exciting career and personal growth opportunities.”
The MPS Partners leadership team will all be taking senior leadership roles in the new SPR Consulting organization.
MPS Partners’ key customers and partners have reacted to this announcement.
Adam Hecktman, Microsoft’s Director of Civic Technology & Innovation for Chicago, explains, “I have worked with teams at MPS Partners and SPR for over 10 years and truly feel the launch of SPR Consulting will only strengthen the already superior leadership team and delivery capabilities of the organization. Microsoft continues to need strong regional partners and the new strength and capabilities of SPR Consulting will provide the added support we need for our clients.”
“MPS Partners has delivered strategic insights and quality technical solutions to LaSalle Solutions for more than ten years,” said Steven Robb, President of the Solutions Group at LaSalle Solutions. “As LaSalle continues to expand we need a strong partner to grow with us. We are confident SPR’s legacy of providing excellence and quality technical skills will support our needs into the future. I am excited about the new offerings this larger entity will deliver."
About SPR Consulting
A trusted partner to businesses for more than 40 years, SPR Consulting builds, integrates, tests and manages technologies that improve enterprise efficiency. With its expert consultants and innovative solutions, SPR improves access to information, company-wide collaboration and helps organizations more effectively connect with their customers. For more information on how SPR powers business with technology, visit www.spr.com.
