SDC Capital Partners Acquires Majority Stake in Smartaira
May 3, 2022
Funds managed by SDC Capital Partners acquired a majority interest in Consolidated Smart Systems, LLC (dba Smartaira), providing the multifamily-focused ISP with capital to accelerate organic growth and an acquisition strategy. SDC committed up to an additional $100 million to expand Smartaira’s footprint while Smartaira has already used the backing to close add-on acquisitions (including portfolios from Just In Time Technology Solutions and Blue Rim Networks).
- Buyers
- SDC Capital Partners, LLC (funds managed by SDC)
- Targets
- Consolidated Smart Systems, LLC (dba Smartaira)
- Industry
- Telecommunications
- Location
- Utah, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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