Keller Acquires Hoffman Planning, Design & Construction
February 8, 2026
Keller, a Kaukauna, Wisconsin–based design-build general contractor, has acquired Appleton-based Hoffman Planning, Design & Construction, Inc. Hoffman will operate as “A Keller Company” while retaining its brand and local office; leadership changes include Sam Statz moving to a business development role and Chad Ulman leading Hoffman. The combination aims to bring complementary markets and expand Keller’s project delivery and design-build capabilities while preserving operational continuity.
- Buyers
- Keller
- Targets
- Hoffman Planning, Design & Construction, Inc.
- Sellers
- Sam Statz (former owner)
- Industry
- Construction
- Location
- Wisconsin, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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