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HRMS Solutions, Inc. and ATS Management Consulting, two leading UKG partners, have merged to form Ascend, Inc., one of the largest premier exclusive UKG partners in North America. This exciting merger brings together over 110 certified consultants and over 300 active projects, making Ascend the go-to expert for all UKG Pro Suite needs. Ascend offers comprehensive services across the entire UKG platform, catering to enterprise, midmarket and SMB organizations. With a focus on personalized service and a deep understanding of UKG’s capabilities, Ascend empowers businesses to fully leverage their UKG investment. Ascend’s talented team is dedicated to delivering exceptional value and ensuring a smooth and valuable experience for every UKG customer.
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| Jan 13, 2026 | Ascend, Inc. Appoints Aren James to Lead Canadian Expansion and Drive UKG Service Excellence | Aren James, Sales Executive at Ascend Strengthening Ascend’s delivery of best-in-class UKG implementation and managed payroll services across Canada Aren’s proven expertise in the Canadian market and his deep understanding of workforce mana... |
| Sep 10, 2025 | Ascend Named to Fortune's Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services List for Fifth Year | Ascend Jumps to No. 13 on 2025 List Recognition at No. 13 Highlights Company's Focus on a Culture That Celebrates Service Excellence This acknowledgment reflects the dedication and partnership-driven approach of our teams, who work every da... |
| Aug 28, 2025 | Ascend Recognized as a 2025 Best Small Workplace by Fortune Media and Great Place To Work for the Seventh Time | Ascend Ranks #9 as a Fortune Best Small Workplace Ascend Ranks Among the Best in the United States at No. 9 on the List Being recognized as one of Fortune’s Best Small Workplaces is a reflection of the incredible people who make Ascend what... |
| Aug 21, 2025 | Ascend, Inc. Earns ‘Decade of Great’ Distinction with 10th Consecutive Great Place To Work® Certification | Ascend has recertified as a 2025 Great Place to Work Ten Years Strong in Being a Great Workplace and What It Means to Our People This 'Decade of Great' is more than just a title — it reflects our people-first culture, shared values, and the... |
| Aug 12, 2025 | Ascend, Inc. Named to Inc. 5000 List for Second Consecutive Year, Recognizing Sustained Growth and Resilience | Ascend is a 2025 Inc. 5000 Company! Ascend's CEO Lou Sylaj and COO/President Mike Maiorino Ascend soars to No. 866 on the 2025 Inc. 5000! Ascend’s Dramatic Rise to No. 866 Reflects a Commitment to Client Success and Strategic Adaptability M... |
| Jun 2, 2025 | Ascend, Inc. Celebrates Inaugural Year Marked by Industry Accolades and Strong Company Culture | Ascend Celebrates First Anniversary Lou Sylaj, CEO and Mike Maiorino, COO & President Mike-A-Pa-Lou-Za – Upper East Coast Marking its one-year anniversary, Ascend celebrates its impactful expertise in UKG solutions, validated by industr... |
| May 28, 2025 | Ascend Named a Colorado Top Workplace for Third Year by The Denver Post | Ascend Earns Third Consecutive Top Workplace Award Colorado-Based Ascend Recertifies as a Top Workplace for 2025 Ascenders Unite! Celebrating Ascend's Triple Crown Culture: Three Years of Workplace Excellence From day one, it’s clear — peop... |
| May 2, 2025 | Ascend, Inc. Celebrates a Decade of Great With Great Place To Work® | Mike Maiorino and Sandi Mundt of Ascend Receive Award from Paul Wolcott of Great Place To Work Ascend's 10 Year Award from Great Place To Work Ten Fingers and Thumbs Up for Ascend's Decade of Great Ascend Joins Special Event Honoring 10+ Ye... |
| Mar 6, 2025 | ASCEND, INC.’S KATHRYN ASPROMONTI NAMED 2025 GOLD STEVIE® AWARD WINNER FOR SALES & CUSTOMER SERVICE | Kathryn Aspromonti, SVP Sales at Ascend, Inc. Senior Sales Executive of the Year Ascend Executive Wins Top Honor for Outstanding Sales, Sales Leadership and Growth I am incredibly blessed to work with an incredibly talented team of professi... |
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What has the press written about Ascend?
Parsers VC has collected 17 articles mentioning Ascend, among them “Ascend, Inc. Appoints Aren James to Lead Canadian Expansion and Drive UKG Service Excellence” (Jan 13, 2026) and “Ascend Named to Fortune's Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services List for Fifth Year” (Sep 10, 2025).
Is Ascend still active?
Ascend is probably closed: its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Aug 11, 2026.