In 2002, Edward J. Merriman and Tarik Lester founded Transcend to pioneer a fundamentally different approach to business and technology consulting. This approach helps their clients plan their investments in technology, design and implement projects that drive competitive advantage, and manage critical applications to improve business performance—all on a rapid, fixed-price basis.
In a unique partnership where Merriman and Lester both serve as Managing Directors and chairman of Transcend Technology's board, they share and divide responsibilities ranging from working with clients to setting the company's overall strategy and fostering the internal culture and environment.
With Merriman's and Lester's guidance, Transcend is developing a truly global presence, with client services spanning into Canada, Germany, India, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The company has delivered high-impact solutions for clients such as GM, Procter and Gamble, Ford Motor Company, DTE Energy, Dow Chemical, and many others.