⁠Expanding Horizons: LJA's Strategic Growth in the Southeast

LJA Engineering

LJA Engineering aimed to expand their presence in the Southeast after a successful entry into Florida, with the goal to find a fast-growing, innovative team in Georgia to support their strategic expansion.

This partner needed to have a strong local presence, an innovative approach, and the potential to scale operations significantly. They sought a firm that could seamlessly integrate with their strategic vision and infrastructure.

Ryan, one of our co-founders, identified Alliance, a young and rapidly growing engineering and surveying firm north of Atlanta. Led by a dynamic team, Alliance had made a name for themselves in the local market and were looking for a larger partner to provide the necessary platform and infrastructure to scale from 30 staff and one office to multiple offices with over 100 staff.

Understanding both parties' needs and aspirations, we facilitated the introduction between Alliance and LJA. The Blakely Brown team managed communications, aligned expectations, and guided both firms through the process. This collaborative effort culminated in a successful onboarding in November 2022.

Since the partnership, the LJA team has expanded significantly across Georgia. They now boast a robust staff supporting seven offices across the Atlanta metro area, with a clear plan to continue growing and dominating the market.

The partnership allowed both firms to mutually benefit each other's growth, showcasing the power of strategic partnerships in achieving ambitious expansion goals.

“Blakely Brown took the time to really understand our growth goals, operations, and culture. They used this insight to identify just the right firm for us to acquire—one that aligned with our values and integrated seamlessly. This move is already fueling our regional expansion and strategic growth.”