--- title: "Smithbucklin acquires McKinley Advisors to provide combined expertise for associations. Deal announced on March 4, 2026." type: "News" locale: "en" url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/277826461.md" description: "In a merger announcement, on March 4, 2026, Chicago and Washington-based firms Smithbucklin and McKinley Advisors are teaming up to provide enhanced services to their clients. Smithbucklin, a top professional services firm, has acquired McKinley Advisors, a prestigious association consultancy known for its excellence in the industry. This collaboration aims to address upcoming challenges, offering clients a stronger support system in navigating the evolving landscape." datetime: "2026-03-04T19:31:13.000Z" locales: - [zh-CN](https://longbridge.com/zh-CN/news/277826461.md) - [en](https://longbridge.com/en/news/277826461.md) - [zh-HK](https://longbridge.com/zh-HK/news/277826461.md) --- > Supported Languages: [简体中文](https://longbridge.com/zh-CN/news/277826461.md) | [繁體中文](https://longbridge.com/zh-HK/news/277826461.md) # Smithbucklin acquires McKinley Advisors to provide combined expertise for associations. Deal announced on March 4, 2026. In a merger announcement, on March 4, 2026, Chicago and Washington-based firms Smithbucklin and McKinley Advisors are teaming up to provide enhanced services to their clients. Smithbucklin, a top professional services firm, has acquired McKinley Advisors, a prestigious association consultancy known for its excellence in the industry. This collaboration aims to address upcoming challenges, offering clients a stronger support system in navigating the evolving landscape. ## Related News & Research - [Tata Motors' March 2026 sales rise 17%](https://longbridge.com/en/news/281325342.md) - [Saab AB Approves Dividend for the Year 2025, Payable on 10 April 2026 and on 9 October 2026](https://longbridge.com/en/news/281402391.md) - [NATO's Rutte to visit Washington next week for 'long-planned' visit](https://longbridge.com/en/news/281427580.md) - [Accel Group Revamps Board and Committee Structure for 2026](https://longbridge.com/en/news/281408484.md) - [SILICOM'S FIRST QUARTER 2026 RESULTS RELEASE SCHEDULED FOR APRIL 30, 2026 | SILC Stock News](https://longbridge.com/en/news/281187073.md)