Viking Mergers & Acquisitions Expands to Memphis to Serve Mid-South Businesses

New office reflects rising need for succession and M&A guidance in founder-led companies

Apr. 6, 2026 at 3:14pm

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Viking Mergers & Acquisitions, a leading M&A firm, has opened a new office in Memphis, Tennessee, to serve the growing number of privately held businesses in the Mid-South region. The expansion reflects the strategic importance of the Memphis market, which has a diverse economy spanning logistics, manufacturing, healthcare, and professional services. Managing Partner Kyle Kerrigan will lead the new office, bringing expertise in guiding business owners through succession planning, sale preparation, and buyer alignment.

Why it matters

The opening of Viking's Memphis office underscores the increasing need for M&A advisory services in the Mid-South, where many long-established private companies are facing ownership transitions. As business owners seek guidance on value, timing, and the right outcome for their life's work, having a local presence allows Viking to have more meaningful conversations and provide tailored support.

The details

Viking's new Memphis office will be led by Managing Partner Kyle Kerrigan, who previously opened the firm's Nashville office in 2021 and has extensive experience in international transactions and leadership roles at companies like FedEx, United Technologies, and Carrier. The Memphis expansion is Viking's 19th location and its fourth office in Tennessee in less than five years.

  • Viking opened its Nashville office in 2021.
  • The Memphis office is Viking's 19th location and its fourth in Tennessee in less than five years.

The players

Viking Mergers & Acquisitions

A leading mergers and acquisitions firm that supports business owners with annual revenues ranging from $2M to $250M, offering services such as complimentary business valuation, exit planning, and M&A advisory.

Kyle Kerrigan

The managing partner who will lead Viking's new Memphis office, bringing expertise in guiding business owners through succession planning and M&A transactions. Kerrigan previously held leadership roles at companies like FedEx, United Technologies, and Carrier.

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What they’re saying

“The Memphis market stood out because it's not a one-industry market. It has the logistics backbone people know, but it also has manufacturing, healthcare, distribution, and a strong foundation of service businesses across the region. That combination creates the kind of privately-held-business community where local owners need thoughtful transition guidance and where buyers are willing to pay attention.”

— Kyle Kerrigan, Managing Partner, Viking Mergers & Acquisitions

“Many founders don't start preparing early enough, so having a local presence matters. It allows us to have better conversations sooner and help owners think through value, timing, and the kind of outcome they want for the business they've built.”

— Kyle Kerrigan, Managing Partner, Viking Mergers & Acquisitions

What’s next

Viking plans to continue expanding its presence in the Mid-South region, leveraging the Memphis office to provide more business owners with guidance on succession planning, sale preparation, and M&A transactions.

The takeaway

The opening of Viking's Memphis office reflects the growing need for M&A advisory services in the Mid-South, where many privately held businesses are facing ownership transitions. By establishing a local presence, Viking can better support business owners in the region as they navigate the complex process of selling or passing on the companies they've built.