About Legacy Retention Group
Modern records governance for organizations that deserve better than outdated solutions.
Built to Fill a Void
Legacy Retention Group was created to serve organizations that had been left behind—clients of regional records management providers who closed their doors after failing to evolve with the industry.
Too many records management companies remained stuck in the past, relying on outdated systems and neglecting the security and accessibility that modern organizations require. When these providers shuttered their operations, they left their clients scrambling—boxes of critical records in limbo, no digital access, and no path forward.
Legacy Retention Group was founded to be different. We combine the hands-on, personalized service of a regional provider with the security, technology, and forward-thinking approach that today's compliance environment demands.
Our team brings together professionals from across the Records Information Management industry—from confidential shredding to archiving to document digitization and cloud-based records storage. With over 40 years of combined hands-on experience, we understand the challenges organizations face. Our recent growth includes team members from the now-closed King Information Systems, which loyally served New England and New York clients for 53 years. That legacy of service excellence now continues with LRG.
A DataMerj Company
Valley Green Shredding, LLC
Our story begins with Valley Green Shredding, LLC—a NAID AAA certified, veteran-owned secure document destruction company founded by Eric Wartel, CSDS. Established with a customer-centric approach, Valley Green Shredding built its reputation on maximizing security and service while delivering superior customer experiences. This foundation in secure document handling established our commitment to protecting client information and maintaining the highest industry standards.
DataMerj, Inc. is Founded
Client demand for document scanning services led to the creation of DataMerj, Inc. as a comprehensive data management provider. DataMerj was built on the principle that organizations shouldn't have to choose between enterprise-level capabilities and personal, accessible service. Combining the organization and discipline of a military mindset with an approachable, personal demeanor, DataMerj began helping organizations convert paper archives into searchable digital formats and implement cloud-based Enterprise Content Management solutions—without the bureaucracy of large corporate providers.
Legacy Retention Group Launches
As regional records storage providers began closing—leaving clients stranded with inaccessible archives—we launched Legacy Retention Group to fill the void. LRG combines physical records management with our proprietary LRG+ cloud platform, delivering the complete records governance solution the industry had been missing.
The DataMerj Family
Legacy Retention Group operates as a DBA of DataMerj, Inc., giving our clients access to a full spectrum of document lifecycle services:
- Valley Green Shredding — Certified secure destruction
- DataMerj — Professional document scanning, digital transformation, and cloud-based enterprise content management
- Legacy Retention Group — Comprehensive records governance, inventory management, and secure storage solutions
- LRG+ — Cloud-based records management platform
This integrated approach means we can handle your records from creation through final disposition—all under one trusted relationship.
Our Mission & Core Values
"Legacy Retention Group (LRG) exists to carry forward the standard set by the original "King" platform—delivering a present-day, long-term replacement built for stability and continuity. Backed by Valley Green Shredding and DataMerj, LRG provides a secure, cloud-based records governance solution and a one-stop suite of services—on-site records management, shredding, scanning, and both physical and cloud storage options—so the clients, like the ones we've served for years, can manage, protect, and future-proof their records for the long haul."
Security & Compliance
Rooted in our NAID AAA certified heritage, we maintain strict chain of custody protocols, role-based access controls, and comprehensive audit trails. Your sensitive records are protected by proven security standards developed through years of secure document handling.
Technology Leadership
While others cling to outdated systems, we invest in innovation. Our proprietary LRG+ cloud platform delivers 24/7 access, automated retention tracking, and compliance-ready reporting—bringing records management into the modern era without sacrificing service quality.
Personal Partnership
As a veteran-owned business, we combine military-grade organization and professionalism with genuine accessibility. You'll work directly with our team—no bureaucracy, no runaround. We celebrate relationships, not transactions.
Complete Lifecycle Management
From secure destruction to digitization to long-term storage, Legacy Retention Group provides end-to-end document lifecycle services. One relationship, one standard of excellence, complete governance from creation through final disposition.
What Sets Legacy Retention Group Apart
Outdated Technology
1990s-era Microsoft Access databases, no remote access, manual processes requiring phone calls for every request
Cloud-Native Innovation
LRG+ cloud platform with 24/7 secure access, instant inventory search, automated retention alerts, and compliance dashboards
Siloed Services
Separate vendors for storage, destruction, and scanning—disconnected systems and multiple relationships to manage
Complete Lifecycle Integration
Unified platform spanning Valley Green Shredding, DataMerj, and LRG—seamless document lifecycle from digitization to disposition under one roof
Impersonal Bureaucracy
Large corporate structures, customer service tickets, slow response times, and "one-size-fits-all" solutions
Direct Access & Customization
Veteran-owned team that knows your name, understands your industry, and tailors solutions to your specific compliance requirements
Experience Records Management Done Right
Discover how Legacy Retention Group combines veteran-owned service excellence, enterprise-grade security, and modern cloud technology to deliver the complete records governance solution your organization deserves.