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Integrated Diagnostic Services Acquires Core Analytics Lab & Radiology with Backing from St. Cloud Capital

January 15, 2026

Healthcare Services

St. Cloud Capital made a growth capital investment in Integrated Diagnostic Services (IDS) to support IDS’ acquisition of Core Analytics Lab & Radiology, a provider of mobile radiology and laboratory services in California. The financing round included participation from HCAP Partners, Southfield Mezzanine, and California Bank & Trust and is intended to expand IDS’ in‑house lab capabilities, improve route density, and increase responsiveness to patients in post‑acute settings.

SDI Presence Acquires Scientia Consulting Group

February 21, 2022

IT Services

SDI Presence LLC has acquired California-based Scientia Consulting Group, integrating SCG into the SDI Presence brand to expand the firm's West Coast footprint and strengthen its cloud, managed services, and public-safety IT capabilities. SDI, a PE-backed IT consultancy (backed by Abry Partners), said the acquisition enhances local delivery for clients in local government and utilities markets.

Kohlberg & Company Leads Strategic Investment in [solidcore]

May 4, 2023

Restaurants & Hospitality

[solidcore], a Washington, DC–area boutique fitness studio operator, received a strategic growth investment led by Kohlberg & Company with participation from existing investors VMG Partners and Peterson Partners. The undisclosed investment will be used to accelerate studio openings and expand the brand into new U.S. markets and internationally.

Leeds Equity Partners Acquires VitalSmarts

September 30, 2019

Education

Leeds Equity Partners has acquired VitalSmarts from TwentyEighty, Inc. VitalSmarts is a Provo, Utah–based provider of communication, execution and leadership development training, and the acquisition represents a platform investment to expand Leeds Equity's presence in the workplace learning and professional training sector. Terms were not disclosed.

NewSpring Holdings Acquires Bridge Core to Launch Intelligence Services Platform

July 26, 2023

Government & Public Sector

NewSpring Holdings, the majority investment strategy of private equity firm NewSpring, has acquired Bridge Core, a provider of visual intelligence, cybersecurity, and technical solutions to the U.S. intelligence community. NewSpring intends to use Bridge Core as the foundation of a buy-and-build platform, supporting disciplined M&A and organic growth to create a full‑spectrum, technology‑enabled intelligence company.

The Riverside Company Invests in CORE Higher Education Group

June 14, 2022

Education

The Riverside Company has made a growth investment in CORE Higher Education Group, a provider of experiential/clinical education and competency management software for higher education institutions. The capital will support CORE’s product development, accelerate growth and enable the company to pursue complementary add-on acquisitions while management remains meaningful shareholders and continues operating the business.