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CHICAGO, IL – April 30, 2026 – Sun Acquisitions, a leading middle-market mergers and acquisitions (M&A) firm, today announced the successful sale of CPE Filters, Inc., a Woodridge, IL-based leader in custom dust collection systems and dry particulate air filtration solutions.

CPE Filters, Inc. (CPE) has demonstrated tremendous growth over years, solidifying its reputation as a specialist in pulse-jet cleaning, baghouse dust collectors, and pleated filter bag technology. The acquisition significantly expands the market reach and service capabilities of CPE Filters, Inc. throughout the Midwest, leveraging their extensive expertise in site assessments, equipment rebuilds, and turnkey environmental compliance solutions.

CPE Filters, Inc. praised Sun Acquisitions’ guidance throughout the process. “Deciding to sell a business you’ve built on quality and customer relationships is never easy, but Sun Acquisitions made the transition seamless. Their deep understanding of our industry’s value was evident from day one,” noted Mark Sternisha. “Ken Cisneros and the Sun Acquisitions team were there for us throughout the entire sale process. Starting with the market value analysis process, due diligence phase, and being there all the way to the finish line. .”

Ken Cisneros, Senior Advisor at Sun Acquisitions, served as the lead advisor on the transaction. “CPE Filters, Inc. is an outstanding business built around quality services and will have a strong future with the new Private Group,” Cisneros stated. “The company’s commitment to a ‘total system approach’ in air filtration has created a very loyal customer base and a robust platform for the new ownership. It was a pleasure working with the CPE Filters, Inc. team in completing this transaction and helping them achieve their exit goals.”

About Sun Acquisitions Sun Acquisitions is a premier mergers and acquisitions firm dedicated to assisting clients with confidential sales, acquisitions, and valuations of privately held companies. With a proven track record of over 500 successful transactions across diverse industries, Sun Acquisitions offers comprehensive guidance throughout the buying or selling process, led by its seasoned professionals.

CHICAGO, IL – February 20, 2026 – Sun Acquisitions, a leading middle-market mergers and acquisitions (M&A) firm, today announced the successful sale of Uhler Dental Supply, a Chicago-based leader in the dental laboratory industry, to a private investor.

Uhler Dental Supply has built a strong reputation over several decades for providing high-quality dental laboratory products at competitive prices. The company specializes in a wide range of dental products, including their proprietary line of Uhler teeth, various acrylics, and essential laboratory equipment. Committed to exceptional customer service, Uhler Dental Supply serves dental laboratories and practitioners nationwide, ensuring they have the reliable materials needed for superior restorative work.

The acquisition is expected to further strengthen Uhler Dental Supply’s presence in the dental market and provide the resources necessary for continued growth and innovation in its product offerings.

Mike Walton, Senior Advisor at Sun Acquisitions, served as the lead advisor on the transaction. “Uhler Dental Supply is a cornerstone of the dental lab community, known for its dedication to quality and deep-rooted industry expertise,” Walton stated. “It was a privilege to work with the Uhler team to secure a partner who recognizes the company’s immense value and is committed to upholding its legacy of excellence in the dental supply sector.”

About Sun Acquisitions Sun Acquisitions is a premier mergers and acquisitions firm dedicated to assisting clients with confidential sales, acquisitions, and valuations of privately held companies. With a proven track record of over 500 successful transactions across diverse industries, Sun Acquisitions offers comprehensive guidance throughout the buying or selling process, led by its seasoned professionals.

CHICAGO, IL – January 20, 2026 – Sun Acquisitions is pleased to announce the successful acquisition of The Upchurch Group by its client, The Will Group. This strategic transaction meaningfully expands The Will Group’s Midwest footprint and enhances its portfolio of engineering and related professional services. The Will Group is headquartered in Wheaton, Illinois, and The Upchurch Group is based in Mattoon, Illinois.

“The acquisition of The Upchurch Group represents an exciting next step in The Will Group’s growth strategy,” said Danny McKeon, Vice President of Engineering at The Will Group. “The Upchurch Group’s strong reputation, technical expertise, and client-first culture align seamlessly with ours. Together, we are better positioned to deliver comprehensive solutions, deepen our service capabilities, and create greater value for the communities and clients we serve across the region.”

The transaction was led by Larry Sanderman, Managing Director at Sun Acquisitions, who advised The Will Group throughout the process utilizing Sun’s Buy-Side Services. These services included target identification and introductions, market valuation, letters of intent, and due diligence coordination.

Sun Acquisitions is a premier mergers and acquisitions firm dedicated to assisting clients with the confidential sales, acquisitions, and valuations of privately held companies. With a proven track record of over 500 successful transactions across diverse industries, Sun Acquisitions offers comprehensive guidance throughout the buying or selling process, led by its seasoned professionals.

CHICAGO, IL – January 19, 2026 – Sun Acquisitions (Sun), a leading mergers and acquisitions firm, is pleased to announce that it has been exclusively engaged to represent the sale of a highly-regarded custom software development and integration company.

As a product-led engineering partner, the company synergizes high-caliber U.S. product leadership with a robust, embedded EU delivery engine. The organization specializes in comprehensive end-to-end platforms, integrating everything from hardware and firmware to cloud infrastructure, APIs, and user experience. Furthermore, its engineers are pioneers in agentic AI, leveraging automation to expedite delivery, enhance QA, and drive superior unit economics.

Given the confidential nature of this engagement, interested parties are invited to learn more about this opportunity by contacting Sun Acquisitions.  Ken Cisneros, will be the lead advisor from Sun and will direct all aspects of this client engagement.  

About Sun Acquisitions

Sun Acquisitions is a mergers and acquisitions firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Sun Acquisitions provides comprehensive sell side and buyside services, including business valuations, company sales, and acquisition searches.

CHICAGO, IL – January 14, 2026 – Sun Acquisitions, a premier mergers and acquisitions firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Somers to its Advisory Board. Chris is a seasoned financial professional with over 30 years of experience advising organizations on strategy, risk, and long-term value creation.

Chris’s deep background in institutional financial services and his ability to guide clients through high-stakes decision-making make him a significant asset to business owners navigating the complexities of the M&A process. His appointment reinforces Sun Acquisitions’ commitment to providing expert-level guidance for privately held companies.

Based in Northern California, Chris most recently served as a Principal in Mercer’s U.S. Wealth business, where he supported organizations across Northern California, Hawaii, and the Pacific Northwest. Throughout his distinguished career, he has held leadership and consulting roles at some of the world’s most prominent financial institutions, including PIMCO, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Fidelity Investments, AIG, Lincoln Financial, and Ernst & Young. This extensive experience provides him with a global perspective on operations, capital markets, and organizational strategy.

“We are thrilled to welcome Chris to our Advisory Board,” said Domenic Rinaldi, Managing Partner of Sun Acquisitions. “His decades of experience in financial leadership and wealth management bring a unique depth to our advisory board. Chris’s involvement further solidifies our goal of expanding both our brand and footprint across the M&A landscape.”

Chris holds an MBA in International Business from St. Mary’s College of California and a B.A. from Marist College, along with multiple FINRA licenses. 

For more information about Chris Somers, visit his LinkedIn Profile or his advisor page at Sun Acquisitions.

About Sun Acquisitions Sun Acquisitions is a premier mergers and acquisitions firm dedicated to assisting clients with the confidential sales, acquisitions, and valuations of privately held companies. With a proven track record of over 500 successful transactions across diverse industries, Sun Acquisitions provides comprehensive guidance throughout the buying or selling process.

For more information, visit www.sunacquisitions.com.

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