Generational Group Advises Ann Arbor Architects Collaborative, Inc. in its Sale to Tandem Engineering

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DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 13, 2026--

Generational Group, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of Ann Arbor Architects Collaborative, Inc. to Tandem Engineering. The acquisition closed February 2, 2026.

Based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Ann Arbor Architects Collaborative, Inc. is a multidisciplinary architecture and interior design firm that has partnered with clients since 1983 to deliver responsive, sustainable design solutions across healthcare, education, municipal and corporate projects. The firm emphasizes a collaborative design process that integrates environmental stewardship with practical problem-solving to create buildings and interiors tailored to each client’s goals and context. With decades of experience and a commitment to sustainable practices, including energy-efficient design and green building strategies, A3C works closely with its clients from planning through construction to ensure quality results that support long-term performance and environmental responsibility.

Headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, Tandem Engineering is a certified engineering and project management firm that delivers fully integrated services to industrial, commercial, manufacturing, energy and process engineering sectors. The company combines multidisciplinary technical design, energy management studies, facilities process and launch support, and project management to solve complex operational challenges on time and within budget. With a U.S. headquarters in Detroit and additional offices across North America, Tandem Engineering emphasizes a collaborative approach that fosters creative technological solutions, cost savings and measurable returns on investment for its clients.

Generational Group Executive Managing Director, M&A, Central Region – Michael Goss, and his team led by Generational Affiliate, Joe Hige, with the support of Vice President, M&A, Brennon Dunbar successfully closed the deal. Executive Managing Director and Group Leader, Randy Kamin and Senior M&A Advisor, Dave Heymann established the initial relationship with Ann Arbor Architects Collaborative, Inc. Additionally, Senior M&A Advisor, Senior Business Strategist, Bryce Gray, led the strategic growth plan for Tandem Engineering.

Ryan Binkley, CEO of Generational Group, stated, “This transaction reflects our focus on creating impactful partnerships that drive long-term value. It brings partners together around a shared vision and positions the organization for ongoing growth and success.”

About Generational Group

Generational Group, headquartered in Dallas, TX, is a leading, award winning full-service M&A advisory firm. Generational has over 300 professionals across 16 offices in North America. The firm empowers business owners to unlock the full value of their companies through a comprehensive suite of services—including strategic growth consulting, exit planning education, business valuation, value enhancement strategies, M&A advisory, digital solutions, and wealth management.

Celebrating its 20 th year, Generational has successfully closed over 1,800 transactions and has ranked #1 or #2 in all LSEG league tables for deals valued between $25 million and $1 billion in 2024 and 2025.

The firm was named 2025 USA Investment Banking Firm of the Year by the Global M&A Network and recognized as Investment Banking Firm of the Year by The M&A Advisor in both 2022, 2024, and 2025.

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