BTA member A&B Business Solutions has announced the successful acquisition of Robert Sharp & Associates (RSA), headquartered in Rapid City, South Dakota. This milestone marks a significant step forward for RSA as it continues its commitment to providing comprehensive marketing solutions to businesses across more than 30 states.

Founded 26 years ago by owners Robert and Stacey Sharp, RSA has grown exponentially and specializes in diverse marketing areas including digital marketing, website development and maintenance, proprietary software empowering customers to manage their own websites, video and voice production, graphic arts, direct mail management, and large-scale event marketing. They have earned merit for building enduring relationships within the marketing sector.

A&B Business has a legacy dating back to its beginnings in 1981. It was acquired by the Aanenson family in 1993 and now with 14 locations and a strong presence across six states in the Midwest, it has become a recognized leader in the office technology industry. A&B Business's offerings encompass copier/MFPs, printers, managed print services, specialization in IT security and support, office furniture and supplies, purified water, coffee products and a world-class customer service professional development program. A&B Business also contains a group of finance companies, providing ease of funding for all its clients. The company's product line continues to expand through partnerships with renowned brands such as Ricoh, Toshiba, HP and Brother.

The Aanenson family has an umbrella of companies and other entities that they are involved in as investors and mentors for businesses. The acquisition of RSA adds another dimension to its diverse portfolio.

The Aanenson Foundation, a key philanthropic arm of the family, is a major contributor to various nonprofit organizations throughout the region. By adding RSA to its portfolio, the family will have the capability to offer all these services combined to the current RSA clientele.

"RSA is unique for building relationships with many people within the marketing sector," said Dennis Aanenson, owner, A&B Business and RSA. "This strategic acquisition aligns seamlessly with our commitment to delivering top-notch marketing and office solutions to our customers. The collaborations between our companies will enhance our ability to provide comprehensive services, and we look forward to leveraging our expanded portfolio to benefit both existing and new customers."