Leo (Orion Group-backed) Merges Bevara Building Services and Blackfin into National Platform
February 19, 2026
Leo, an Orion Group-backed facilities services network, announced major investments that effectively merge Bevara Building Services and Blackfin into its expanding national platform. The combined operation integrates nearly 300 on-site building engineers across the United States to deepen Leo’s enterprise service capabilities.
- Buyers
- Leo, Orion Group
- Targets
- Bevara Building Services, Blackfin
- Sellers
- John Pauley (former owner of Blackfin)
- Platforms
- Leo
- Industry
- Professional Services
- Location
- Wisconsin, United States
- Transaction Type
- Addon
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