Key Things to Know
- CTI acquired Valley Communications Systems of Chicopee, Mass.
- The deal expands CTI’s presence across the Connecticut River Valley and New England.
- The expanded coverage includes the Boston, Hartford and Albany markets.
- Valley Communications brings an 80-year history in audiovisual services.
- CTI is the largest privately held AV integration and events provider in the U.S.
What happened?
CTI acquired Valley Communications Systems of Chicopee, Mass. in a move that expands CTI’s presence across the Connecticut River Valley and New England.
CTI, Commercial Integrator’s 2024 Integrator of the Year, is the largest privately held AV integration and events provider in the U.S.
Why does the acquisition matter?
The acquisition matters because it extends CTI’s coverage in key Northeast markets, including Boston, Hartford and Albany.
According to the announcement, the deal also adds Valley Communications’ 80-year history of audiovisual innovation and client service to CTI’s broader national network. The expansion strengthens CTI’s position in the Connecticut River Valley while adding an established regional operation in western Massachusetts.
Who are CTI and Valley Communications Systems?
CTI is a national audiovisual integration and events provider with operations across the U.S. and worldwide through the PSNI Global Alliance, while Valley Communications Systems is a Chicopee-based company with an 80-year history in the AV industry.
CTI has locations across the U.S., from Michigan to Texas and from New Jersey to California. Valley Communications has operated across three generations of leadership.
What did CTI say about Valley Communications?
CTI says Valley Communications has built a long-standing reputation over more than 80 years and that the two companies share similar values around client service and team investment.
“For more than 80 years and across three generations of leadership, Valley Communications has built a remarkable reputation for innovation, reliability, and relationships,” says John Laughlin, CEO of CTI. “What stood out immediately was their culture and their people. They share CTI’s belief that long-term success comes from taking care of clients, solving problems, and investing in your team. We’re excited to welcome Valley Communications to CTI and to continue building on the incredible foundation they’ve established throughout New England.”
Where is the Chicopee location?
The Chicopee location is at 20 1st Ave., Chicopee, MA 01020.
Phone: Toll-Free: (800) 743-6051
Email: [email protected]
Hours: Monday-Friday 8 am-5 pm EST
What happens next?
Valley Communications will become part of CTI’s expanding regional and national footprint following the acquisition announcement.
