Neuberger Berman Capital Solutions, along with funds managed by Neuberger Berman Private Markets, has committed to acquiring a significant minority equity interest in Ryan, LLC, a global tax services and software provider.
Neuberger will become a key shareholder aligned in supporting Ryan’s strategic vision and growth plans alongside existing Company shareholders and long-term partners Onex Partners and Ares Private Equity Funds.
The companies say the combined partnership will ” … reinforce a shared commitment to Ryan’s strategy of investing in its people, expanding into new markets, and advancing its consulting, software, and technology capabilities to deliver sustainable value creation.”
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Ryan will continue to be led by its founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer, G. Brint Ryan, along with its existing leadership team who will continue to manage all operating activities.
“Ryan has built a powerful foundation as a clear market leader in tax, and this strategic partnership further strengthens our competitive advantage as we enter our next phase of growth,” said CEO Brint Ryan. “We were deliberate in choosing a partner who aligns with our mission, values what this team has built, and believes strongly in our long-term vision. Together with Neuberger, Onex Partners, and Ares, we are well positioned to expand our reach, deliver even greater value to clients, and unlock the next chapter of our global growth.”
“We are thrilled to partner with Brint and the Ryan team, as well as Onex Partners and Ares, and we look forward to helping Ryan achieve its goal of becoming the global leader in tax,” said David Lyon, Head of Neuberger Berman Capital Solutions. “Ryan is a differentiated platform sitting at the intersection of tax expertise, technology, and client service. We believe the Company is exceptionally well positioned to benefitfrom long-term secular trends in tax regulation, compliance, and digital transformation.”
“Ryan has built a category-leading platform with deep industry expertise, a strong culture, and exceptional leadership, and we are excited to welcome Neuberger as a strategic capital partner alongside Ares and management,” said Amir Motamedi, Managing Director of Onex Partners.
“Over the last three years, the Ares team has seen firsthand the strength and innovation of the Ryan organization, and we are excited to continue our valued partnership alongside Onex Partners and Neuberger Berman in support of the Company’s growth and long-term value creation strategy,” said Matt Cwiertnia, Head of Ares Private Equity.
Completion of the transaction is expected in the first half of 2026, following receipt of required regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions.
BofA Securities and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC served as financial advisors, and Kirkland & Ellis LLP served as legal advisor to Ryan. RBC Capital Markets and Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC served as financial advisors, and Latham & Watkins LLP served as legal advisor to Neuberger.
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