Strategic acquisition expands BearCom’s operations in Western Canada March 13, 2018: Dallas, TX — BearCom Group, Inc. (“BearCom”), North America’s largest and pre-eminent provider of wireless communications equipment and solutions for two-way radios, as well as other voice and data technologies, today announced the acquisition of Communications Group Red Deer Ltd. in Red Deer, Alberta. This transaction extends BearCom’s presence in Western Canada, which began with the recent acquisition of Vector Communications in Grande Prairie, Alberta. For more than 25 years, Communications Group Red De
January 31, 2018: Dallas, TX — BearCom Group, Inc. (“BearCom”), the nation’s largest and pre-eminent provider of wireless communications equipment and solutions for two-way radios and other voice and data technologies, announced that Ken Notter has joined the company as Vice President and General Manager of BearCom Canada. Having established more than 40 branch offices in the United States, BearCom officially entered the Canadian marketplace in December of 2017 with the acquisition of Vector Communications, Ltd. in Grande Prairie, Alberta. In January 2018, the company added Mobile Business Co
January 3, 2018: Dallas, TX — BearCom Group, Inc. (“BearCom”), the nation’s largest and pre-eminent provider of wireless communications equipment and solutions for two-way radios and other voice and data technologies, announced that effective January 15, 2018, Mark Kroh assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer of BearCom. Mr. Kroh previously held the position of president, and this change in title is consistent with the growth initiatives the company instituted two years ago, when he joined BearCom. In making the announcement, former BearCom CEO, Jerry Denham said, “I am excited to be pass
Strategic transaction extends BearCom’s operations into Toronto and throughout Ontario, Canada January 2, 2018: Dallas, TX — BearCom Group, Inc. (“BearCom”), the nation’s largest and pre-eminent provider of wireless communications equipment and solutions for two-way radios and other voice and data technologies, today announced the acquisition of Mobile Business Communications, Ltd. (“MOBILE”) in Ontario, Canada. MOBILE has locations in Toronto, Niagara Falls, Mississauga, and Peterborough, extending the BearCom presence in Canada, which was established with the recent acquisition of V
December 20, 2017: Dallas, TX – This holiday season, by special invitation from Toys”R”Us, BearCom purchased two shopping carts filled with toys and games to support young patients at the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. Working in consultation with Toys”R”Us customer service experts, BearCom shoppers selected popular, age-appropriate toys and games to enhance motor skills and learning, while brightening the holidays for children. Featured are (left to right): Mark Owen, BearCom VP of Marketing, Ken Nixon, BearCom VP of Operations, Karen Wilson, TRU General Manager, and Nader Mortaz
April 13, 2017: Dallas, TX — BearCom Group, Inc. (“BearCom”), the nation’s largest and pre-eminent provider of wireless communications equipment and solutions for two-way radios and other voice and data solutions, announced that the company was recognized by Vertex Standard as Channel Partner of the Year. The Partnership between Vertex Standard The award was presented at the Vertex Standard Channel Partner Con
BearCom now offers wireless solutions throughout Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio February 1, 2017: Dallas, TX — BearCom Group, Inc. (“BearCom”), the nation’s largest and pre-eminent provider of wireless communications equipment and solutions for two-way radios and other voice and data technologies, today announced the acquisition of Staley Communication, Inc. Staley has offices in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Wheeling and Charleston, West Virginia; and Boardman, Steubenville, and Zanesville, Ohio. Staley Wireless System Integrator Since 1959, Staley Communication has served thousands of ind
Digital Two-Way Radio! With Advanced Features, and Digital/Analog December 5, 2016 Dallas, TX—BearCom, the nation’s largest provider of wireless two-way communications equipment and solutions, announced today the introduction of the new BC250D digital two-way portable radio. This unique radio is manufactured exclusively for BearCom by Vertex Standard. The BC250D allows a seamless migration from analog to digital because of a Mixed Mode scan feature that allows scanning between analog and digital channels. The unit featur
October 11, 2016, Dallas, TX—BearCom, the nation’s largest provider of two-way radio wireless communications equipment and solutions, announced today the introduction of the new eVerge EVX-S24 Digital Portable Radio from Vertex Standard. The EVX-S24 is a smaller, lighter unit that’s sleek, compact, easy-to-use and easy-to-carry. It’sdesigned for education, hospitality, high-end retail, security, and more. With a high water submersion and dustproof rating of IP67, this radio is ideal for construction sites, golf courses, water parks, and resorts (near swimming pools). Vertex Dig
Acquisition provides unmatched wireless solutions throughout California October 6, 2016: Dallas, TX — BearCom Group, Inc. (“BearCom”), the nation’s largest and pre-eminent provider of wireless communications equipment and solutions for two-way radios and other voice and data technologies, today announced the acquisition of Advanced Electronics Inc., headquartered in Redondo Beach, CA, with satellite offices in Ontario and Palm Desert. Since 1951, Advanced Electronics has successfully served thousands of Southern California organizations with wireless voice
July 20, 2016, Dallas, TX – BearCom is pleased to announce the BearCom Scholars program winners for the academic year of 2016-2017. The second-year program recognizes deserving employees’ children who demonstrate scholastic ability, character, diversity and plan to continue their education in college or vocational school programs. The BearCom Scholars program was conceived by Jerry Denham, CEO, and Brent Bisnar, Executive Vice-President. In its first-year in 2015, four BearCom scholarship winners were recognized and awarded. This year, four additional honorees have earned scholarships out of
May 5, 2016, Houston, TX – The BearCom branch in Deer Park, TX officially kicked off residency in their new facility with a Grand Opening celebration and ribbon cutting ceremony. The office recently moved down the street from its previous building into their new, much larger facility located at 1740 West 13th Street, Deer Park, Texas 77536. Our Grand opening Event The event was a great success, with beautiful weather and the BearCom team sharing Mexican food (in honor of Cinco de Mayo), cakes, drinks, door prizes and drawings with their guests. Over 100 people attended, including key business
May 4, 2016, Dallas, TX – The BearCom Group, Inc. introduced wireless communications industry leader, Mark Kroh, as the company’s new President. Having served for nearly 30 years in executive roles at Motorola, Motorola Solutions, and Zebra Technologies, Kroh is highly experienced in all facets of business leadership. Jerry Denham, who previously held the joint title of President & CEO, remains with the company as CEO. Mark Kroh Wireless Communications leader “I am delighted to welcome Mark to the BearCom team. Mark’s proven industry expertise along with his strong strategic vision and hig
Acquisition expands two-way radio solutions and services throughout the Southeast January 11, 2016: Dallas, TX — BearCom Group, Inc., the nation’s largest and pre-eminent Two-Way Radio Dealer and provider of wireless communications equipment and solutions, today announced the acquisition of Sullivan Communications located in Birmingham, Alabama. Terms of the transaction were not announced. Since 1994, Sullivan Communications has served a multitude of two-way radio customers in the industrial and commercial sectors including: medical, manufacturing, education, public safety, and more i
Business radio customers across the Rocky Mountain region are about to have more options to choose from thanks to BearCom’s recent acquisition of Frontier Radio Communications, which is based in Denver and Colorado Springs. Frontier Radio has been in business since 1988, serving thousands of two-way radio customersin industry, manufacturing, hospitality, education, hospitals and public safety. Key clients include major ski resorts, the El Paso County Sheriff's Off
LKCM Headwater Investments completes agreement to purchase majority ownership in BearCom August 15, 2014: Dallas, Texas — BearCom Group, Inc. (“BearCom” or the “Company”) recently announced that it has entered into a partnership with LKCM Headwater Investments (“Headwater”) to recapitalize and continue to grow Bearcom, which has been an industry leader for over 30 years. Headwater is the private investment arm of Luther King Capital Management (“LKCM”), a Fort Worth based investment firm founded in 1979 with approximately $15 billion in assets under management. Each member of the current Bear
BearCom takes special pride in the relationship we enjoy with Motorola Solutions, so it was especially rewarding when our largest partner named BearCom to its Empower Circle. The industry leader in two-way radios this year designated 101 companies for the Empower Circle, which recognizes Motorola's best-in-class partners around the world. Representatives from Motorola and executives with the Empower Circle partners are set to meet soon for five days. While they are to discuss how everyone involved can grow their businesses, the gat
The big news from BearCom this month is our designation by Motorola Solutions as a Motorola Service Elite Specialist. This is a reflection of our ability to sell, design, deploy, support, and service the highest tiers of Motorola products and solutions as a direct representative. "Even though we sell only the highest-quality wireless communications equipment, we recognize that it sometimes needs service and repair," Jerry Denham, BearCom's President & CEO, said in announcing the designation. "Our Technical Services Group is staffed by more th
When a steady rain moved in on the morning of the 2013 AUSA Wounded Warrior Golf Classic, what did the nearly 180 participants do? They soldiered on, of course! This year's tournament, with BearCom and Motorola Solutions as lead sponsors, raised $43,000 for two Dallas-area charities helping injured servicemen and women. "The rain may have diminished our golf games but not our gratitude for the men and women who have sacrificed so much to protect our nation's
BearCom is getting even bigger in Florida. Today, the company announced it has acquired an Orlando-area business that for decades has served a range of customers with two-way rentals. In a news release, BearCom Executive Vice President Brent Bisnar, who directs our rental operations, said, "In A&R Radio Rentals, we have acquired a strong local and regional provider that is servicing some clients on a nationwide basis." A&R is located in Winter Garden, Florida, and it focuses on two-way radio rentals to large conventions, sporting events,