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Carrollton-based Venue Wireless, a specialized IT service provider for sports and entertainment facilities, has been acquired by Minneapolis-based Atomic Data.
The deal is Atomic Data’s first acquisition since its 2024 recapitalization with private equity firm Dubin Clark. In an announcement, the company called it a milestone in its growth and a strategic step toward expanding its role in connected-venue infrastructure.
Financial terms of the acquisition, completed Oct. 16, weren’t disclosed.
Atomic Data said Venue Wireless has earned a strong reputation across North America for its work on large-scale, high-density wireless and IT infrastructure projects.
According to Venue Wireless, its Carrollton team has delivered solutions for the sports and entertainment industry to venues such as Churchill Downs, Lincoln Financial Field, MetLife Stadium, the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, MGM Grand Garden, the Rhode Island Convention Center, IBM’s Golden Circle events, and multiple NFL Super Bowls.
Citing industry research referenced in the acquisition announcement, Atomic Data said the global smart-stadium market is projected to grow from $19.5 billion in 2024 to $41.7 billion by 2029, as arenas, convention centers, and entertainment districts increase investment in IT, networking, and fan-experience systems.
Atomic Data said adding Venue Wireless strengthens its ability to deliver next-generation connectivity, security, and automation across stadiums, airports, convention centers, and other large public facilities.
Atomic Data CEO Chris Heim called the move a “significant step” in company growth. “Backed by our 24 years of full-stack IT expertise and close partnerships with architects, builders, and technology providers, we’ve built a specialized practice for the scale and complexity of these environments—fueling the next phase of Atomic Data’s growth,” he said in a statement.
Heim said Venue Wireless’ technical depth and industry relationships will help the company better serve large venue clients.
Venue Wireless Managing Partner Scott Jeffcoat added that the combined team will offer venue operators a true end-to-end technology partner. “Together, we’ll design, build, and support technology environments that meet the demands of today’s largest and most complex facilities,” he said.
Quincy Preston contributed to this report.
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