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J.S. Held acquires Steeplechase Advisors

PRIVATEAug 11, 2026•about 3 hours ago

Acquiring Company

J.S. Held

Acquired Company

Steeplechase Advisors

Jericho

United StatesConsultingLegalHospitalityConsulting

Description

J.S. Held has acquired Steeplechase Advisors, enhancing its restructuring and turnaround capabilities. This acquisition marks the fourth addition to J.S. Held's Strategic Advisory Practice. The combined expertise will better serve clients in complex financial matters. Steeplechase Advisors will augment J.S. Held's national platform of advisory services.

Company Information

Company

J.S. Held

Location

Jericho, New York, United States

About

"Joe has a well-earned reputation in the industry advising clients in highly complex and high-value disputes," noted Executive Managing Director and Builder's Risk (CAR/EAR) Practice Lead Katie Twomey. Senior Executive Vice President and Advisory Services Division Leader Sean Donohue adds, "Joe is an industry leading expert on the evaluation of large loss insurance claims stemming from construction projects all over the world. Combining Joe's technical expertise and vast experience with J.S. Held's global team of nearly 400 construction and engineering experts throughout Europe, Asia, and the Americas provides our clients with an unparalleled capability in the marketplace."Joseph Bond, Kenzie Consulting Group Managing Director, shares, "As a part of J.S. Held, our clients will benefit from an increased footprint of more than 100 offices across five continents." Mr. Bond continues, "I see tremendous opportunity working alongside an expanded team of technical experts in construction advisory; forensic architecture & engineering; surety; environmental, health, & safety; equipment consulting; forensic accounting & economics; building consulting, and others." To learn more about Kenzie Consulting Group joining J.S. Held, please visit: https://www.jsheld.com/about-us/news/js-held-acquires-kenzie-consulting-group-welcomes-forensic-delay-quantum-expert-joseph-bondAbout J.S. HeldJ.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.J.S. Held, its affiliates and subsidiaries are not certified public accounting firm(s) and do not provide audit, attest, or any other public accounting services. J.S. Held, its affiliates and subsidiaries are not law firms and do not provide legal advice. Securities offered through PM Securities, LLC, d/b/a Phoenix IB, a part of J.S. Held, member FINRA/ SIPC or Ocean Tomo Investment Group, LLC, a part of J.S. Held, member FINRA/ SIPC. All rights reserved.CONTACT: Kristi L. StathisJ.S. Held LLC kristi.stathis@jsheld.com+1 786 833 4864SOURCE J.S. Held

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Frequently asked

Who acquired Steeplechase Advisors?

Steeplechase Advisors was acquired by J.S. Held, based in Jericho. The deal was reported on August 11, 2026. "Joe has a well-earned reputation in the industry advising clients in highly complex and high-value disputes," noted Executive Managing Director and Builder's Risk (CAR/EAR) Practice Lead Katie Twomey. J.S. Held is privately held and operates in Consulting.

When did J.S. Held acquire Steeplechase Advisors?

J.S. Held's acquisition of Steeplechase Advisors was reported on August 11, 2026. J.S. Held has acquired Steeplechase Advisors, enhancing its restructuring and turnaround capabilities. This acquisition marks the fourth addition to J.S. Held's Strategic Advisory Practice. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does Steeplechase Advisors do?

Steeplechase Advisors is a restructuring and special situations advisory firm focused on middle-market companies. The firm offers expertise in financial restructuring, operational turnaround, and complex litigation support. It is privately held, operating in Hospitality, and is based in United States.