Venable LLP is pleased to announce that two of the firm’s transactions have received Honorable Mention recognition in Mergers & Acquisitions’ Mid-Market Deals of the Year Awards for 2026.
Venable was recognized for its role in assisting TBC Corporation—a 50-50 joint venture between Michelin and Sumitomo Corporation—in a divestiture of the Midas system, which includes more than 2,000 auto repair service centers. The Venable team was led by New York corporate partner Bradley Edmister and Washington, DC corporate counsel Audrey Distler.
Venable was also recognized for representing JTB Corp., one of Japan’s leading travel solution providers, in its acquisition of NTM Acquisition Corp. (doing business as Northstar Travel Group) and all of its wholly owned subsidiaries. Northstar is a premier B2B content and marketing solutions provider trusted by leading global travel brands. The company specializes in connecting travel professionals with top-tier suppliers and marketers, including major airlines, hotel groups, and cruise lines.
Bradley Edmister led the Venable team, with assistance from Audrey Distler, Daria Ivanova, and Ashley Qamar. Elizabeth Stieff provided counsel on critical tax matters. Lisa Tavares, Andrew Shapiro, and Ryann Aaron advised on employee benefits. Kristen Ruisi, Ryan Sweigard, and Elizabeth Fuzaylova advised on intellectual property. Benjamin Stockman and Teresa Biviano advised on labor and employment. Paul Feinstein completed the HSR filing. Jennifer Daskal and Caitlin Clarke advised on cybersecurity. Kelly DeMarchis Bastide and Kathryn Marshall Timmons advised on privacy. Danielle Foley and Edward Beach, Jr. advised on litigation. Elizabeth Lowe advised on CFIUS. Jacob Byrne advised on real estate. Joe Choi, Gabriella Joseph, Vikram Suryavanshi, and Shannyn Yates provided support on corporate matters.