Tracked deals
758
758 tracked deals across 2000-2026.
Private Equity-Backed Acquisitions in Ohio
Buyer mix
Mixed buyer set
693 pe · 410 strategic
Top trend
Volume peaked in 2021
130 tracked deals announced in 2021.
Buyer Snapshot
Top Buyers
Illustrative buyers pulled from tracked transactions on this page. This table is capped and intentionally non-exhaustive.
| Buyer | # Deals | Focus | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Riverside Company | 12 | Global private equity firm focused on investing in and gr... | PE |
| Arcline Investment Management | 7 | Growth-oriented private equity firm that invests in techn... | PE |
| Blue Point Capital Partners | 6 | Lower middle-market private equity firm that invests in m... | PE |
| CertaSite | 6 | Commercial fire protection and life safety company provid... | Strategic (PE-backed) |
| Incline Equity Partners | 6 | Middle-market private equity firm investing in manufactur... | PE |
| MiddleGround Capital | 6 | Operationally focused private equity firm making control ... | PE |
| Wind Point Partners | 6 | Chicago‑based private equity firm investing in middle‑mar... | PE |
| H.I.G. Capital | 5 | Global private equity and alternative investment firm inv... | PE |
| Warburg Pincus | 5 | Global private equity firm focused on growth investing ac... | PE |
| Wynnchurch Capital, L.P. | 5 | Middle-market private equity firm (approximately $9.2 bil... | PE |
Acquisition Volume in Private Equity-Backed in Ohio by Year
Last 10 years
Actual
Full-year estimate
Supporting Data
Recent Transactions
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- Buyer
- Blue Owl HomeCourt Partners Fund
- Target
- Cleveland Cavaliers
- Industry
- Media & Entertainment
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Growth capital
Blue Owl HomeCourt Partners Fund acquired a minority equity stake in the Cleveland Cavaliers and accompanying assets. Dan Gilbert will maintain his majority ownership of the franchise.
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July 7, 2026
- Buyer
- Greenix Pest Control
- Target
- Essential Pest Control
- Seller
- Kyle Holden, Kris Holden
- Industry
- Professional Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
Greenix Pest Control acquired Essential Pest Control, a regional pest management provider serving homeowners in Knoxville, Tennessee and the Dayton, Ohio market. The deal expands Greenix’s footprint into Tennessee (its 21st state of operation) and increases operational density in the Dayton region.
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July 1, 2026
- Buyer
- Automotive Color & Supply, WILsquare Capital
- Target
- Ohio Paint Supply
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Addon
WILsquare Capital’s portfolio company, Automotive Color & Supply (“ACS”), has completed the acquisition of Ohio Paint Supply (“OPS”), a distributor of automotive and industrial paint and supply products serving customers across Ohio. The deal strengthens ACS’s automotive refinishing and industrial coatings distribution presence and expands its reach within the Midwest.
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- Buyer
- Clearstead Advisors, LLC
- Target
- myCIO Wealth Partners, LLC (advisory team)
- Seller
- myCIO Wealth Partners, LLC
- Industry
- Financial Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
Clearstead Advisors, LLC acquired an experienced Philadelphia-based wealth management advisory team formerly part of myCIO Wealth Partners, LLC. The team advised about $2.6 billion of regulatory assets under management (AUM) and about $2.7 billion of additional assets under advisement, and the transaction closed on June 30, 2026.
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June 24, 2026
- Buyer
- The Exigent Group
- Target
- Superior Building Services
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Addon
Huron Capital’s portfolio company, The Exigent Group, acquired Superior Building Services, a mechanical contractor based in Columbus, Ohio. The deal expands Exigent’s presence into the high-growth Columbus market and adds boiler, chiller, and HVAC service/retrofit capabilities to its platform.
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June 16, 2026
- Buyer
- CVC Catalyst III
- Target
- WillowWood Holdings Inc.
- Seller
- Blue Sea Capital, the Arbogast family, Management
- Industry
- Medical Devices
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
CVC Catalyst III has agreed to acquire a majority stake in WillowWood Holdings Inc., partnering as the majority investor alongside Blue Sea Capital, the Arbogast family, and management, who will reinvest. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.
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- Buyer
- DwyerOmega, Arcline Investment Management
- Target
- Lake Shore Cryotronics
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
DwyerOmega, a portfolio company of Arcline Investment Management, announced it has acquired Lake Shore Cryotronics to expand precision measurement capabilities. The deal strengthens DwyerOmega’s cryogenic temperature offering and adds magnetics and material characterization technologies for customers across industries such as quantum computing, aerospace, semiconductors, and medical technology.
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- Buyer
- River Pines Capital
- Target
- Bendon, Inc.
- Industry
- Consumer Products
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Growth capital
River Pines Capital (RPC) announced a strategic investment in Bendon, a producer of licensed, screen-free children’s coloring, activity, and educational products. Bendon’s founder and CEO Ben Ferguson will continue to lead the company and retain meaningful ownership, while the investment is positioned as an opportunity to expand Bendon’s retail distribution and product development without moving to digital extensions.
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- Buyer
- Ascend, Alpine Investors
- Target
- William Vaughan Company
- Industry
- Accounting & Tax
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Addon
Ascend, the Arlington, Virginia-based strategic platform for regional accounting and advisory firms backed by Alpine Investors, announced the addition of Maumee, Ohio-based William Vaughan Company. The firm will join the Ascend platform and adopt an alternative practice structure, with WVC Advisors providing tax and advisory services while attest services continue through an independently owned CPA firm.
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- Buyer
- Byline Sponsor Finance (division of Byline Bank), Midwest Mezzanine Funds, North Branch Capital
- Target
- Diversified Fall Protection, LLC
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Recapitalization
Byline Sponsor Finance (a division of Byline Bank) provided financing to Diversified Fall Protection, LLC, North Branch Capital’s existing portfolio company, to support a recapitalization/refinance. Midwest Mezzanine Funds also provided subordinated debt for the transaction.
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- Buyer
- Heartland Growth Partners
- Target
- ADF Engineering LLC
- Industry
- Engineering Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Growth capital
ADF Engineering announced a strategic growth partnership with Heartland Growth Partners, a middle-market private investment firm backed by industrial owner-operators. The partnership is intended to expand ADF’s capacity and broaden its capabilities for complex facility and process engineering needs, while ADF continues operating under its existing brand and leadership team.
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- Buyer
- TrussPoint Roofing & Exterior Renovations, Soundcore Capital Partners
- Target
- Runyon & Sons Roofing
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Addon
TrussPoint Roofing & Exterior Renovations (a Soundcore Capital Partners-backed growth platform) announced its acquisition of Runyon & Sons Roofing, a residential roofing company serving homeowners and multi-family and commercial customers across Northeast Ohio. The transaction expands TrussPoint’s Midwest footprint and supports Runyon & Sons Roofing’s next phase of growth while maintaining its local identity.
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May 11, 2026
- Buyer
- Basalt Infrastructure Partners, Basalt Infrastructure Partners (acquisition vehicle/affiliates)
- Target
- RELAM (R.E.L.A.M., Inc.)
- Seller
- Paceline Equity Partners
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
Basalt Infrastructure Partners has agreed to acquire RELAM, a North American lessor of maintenance-of-way and hi-rail equipment, from Paceline Equity Partners. The companies did not disclose financial terms, and the transaction is expected to close by the end of May 2026, subject to customary conditions.
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- Buyer
- Priority Power Management, LLC, I Squared Capital
- Target
- Aspen Energy Corporation
- Industry
- Energy
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
Aspen Energy Corporation was acquired by Priority Power Management, LLC, a portfolio company of I Squared Capital. Footprint Capital acted as exclusive sell-side advisor, and the combined organization will integrate Aspen into Priority Power to expand advisory capabilities and regional presence across the Midwest.
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May 5, 2026
- Buyer
- SouthernCarlson, Truelink Capital
- Target
- W Construction Supply
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Addon
SouthernCarlson announced its acquisition of W Construction Supply, adding rebar fabrication capabilities to its platform. The deal is SouthernCarlson’s second add-on acquisition in three months since partnering with Truelink Capital, and financial terms were not disclosed.
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- Buyer
- Miller Environmental Group, Coalesce Capital
- Target
- Central Ohio Oil Inc.
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
Miller Environmental Group, a Coalesce Capital portfolio company, has acquired Central Ohio Oil Inc., an environmental waste treatment, recycling, and disposal provider headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. The purchase expands Miller’s Midwest footprint and adds specialized treatment, disposal, and processing capabilities to its vertically integrated environmental services platform.
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April 28, 2026
- Buyer
- Aligned Fitness Holdings, Eagle Merchant Partners
- Target
- CAM Pilates
- Seller
- Caitlin McTigue, Jason Tomany
- Industry
- Healthcare Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Addon
Aligned Fitness Holdings, a Club Pilates franchisee, acquired CAM Pilates, a Columbus, Ohio-based franchisee operating six studios. The deal expands Aligned Fitness beyond its Southeastern U.S. footprint, bringing its total portfolio to 55 studios and establishing a foundation for further growth in the Mid-Atlantic.
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- Buyer
- Brightstar Capital Partners
- Target
- Bendon Publishing International, Inc.
- Industry
- Consumer Products
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
Brightstar Capital Partners acquired Bendon Publishing International, a designer and distributor of licensed screen-free children’s coloring, activity, and educational products. Founder and CEO Ben Ferguson will continue to lead Bendon and retain a meaningful ownership stake.
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April 21, 2026
- Buyer
- Clairvest Group Inc., Clairvest Equity Partners VII, RRC Gaming Management LLC
- Target
- MGM Northfield Park, Northfield Park Associates, LLC
- Seller
- MGM Resorts International
- Industry
- Financial Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
Clairvest Group Inc. (together with Clairvest Equity Partners VII and RRC Gaming Management LLC) completed the previously announced acquisition of MGM Northfield Park. Clairvest invested US$165 million for a majority ownership interest, including US$39 million from Clairvest Group Inc.
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April 15, 2026
- Buyer
- High Bar Brands
- Target
- Globetech Manufacturing
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
High Bar Brands has acquired Ohio-based Globetech Manufacturing to expand its heavy-duty truck and trailer components lineup across OEM and aftermarket channels. The companies plan to integrate Globetech’s product lines into High Bar Brands’ existing portfolio while maintaining operational continuity for customers, suppliers, and employees.
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- Buyer
- Havencrest Capital Management
- Target
- OFFOR Health
- Industry
- Healthcare Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Recapitalization
Havencrest Capital Management has completed a majority recapitalization of OFFOR Health, a provider of office-based anesthesia services for complex pediatric dental procedures. The investment supports OFFOR’s next phase of growth and aims to expand access to pediatric care in dental office settings across the United States.
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- Buyer
- Sound Growth Partners, co-investors (unnamed)
- Target
- Hydro-Vac Holdings, Inc. (RK HydroVac)
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
Sound Growth Partners acquired Hydro-Vac Holdings, Inc. (operating as RK HydroVac) on April 1, 2026, using its One-Stop Buyout structure. RK HydroVac is headquartered in Piqua, Ohio and provides roof preparation services for the repair and replacement of low-slope ballasted roofs across the United States.
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- Buyer
- CenterOak Partners LLC
- Target
- Grismer Tire & Auto Service
- Seller
- John Marshall
- Industry
- Automotive
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Recapitalization
CenterOak Partners completed a majority recapitalization of Grismer Tire & Auto Service, a leading operator of tire and automotive service centers headquartered in Dayton, Ohio. Terms were not disclosed, and CenterOak said the investment supports Grismer’s continued growth across its regional footprint.
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- Buyer
- TruArc Partners
- Target
- Matrix Adhesives Group
- Seller
- Goldner Hawn
- Industry
- IT Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
TruArc Partners acquired Matrix Adhesives Group (“Matrix”), an adhesives and sealant solutions provider, from Goldner Hawn. The deal terms were not disclosed, and Matrix’s CEO Dennis (“DJ”) Johnson will remain in role while Rich Rowe joins as Non-Executive Chairman.
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March 31, 2026
- Buyer
- Carlyle
- Target
- MAI Capital Management
- Seller
- Galway Holdings, Harvest Partners, Oak Hill Capital
- Industry
- Financial Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
Carlyle has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Cleveland-based registered investment adviser MAI Capital Management, valuing the firm at more than $2.8 billion. The transaction deepens Carlyle’s involvement in MAI following its initial 2021 investment via Galway Holdings, with Galway Holdings, Harvest Partners, and Oak Hill Capital exiting. The deal closed effective June 4, 2026, with MAI employees retaining a large minority stake and MAI continuing to operate autonomously under its leadership team.
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March 17, 2026
- Buyer
- LFM Capital
- Target
- PowerBuilt Material Handling Solutions, LLC
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Addon
LFM Capital announced the acquisition of PowerBuilt Material Handling Solutions, LLC, a designer and manufacturer of automated and semi-automated custom material-handling equipment. PowerBuilt joins LFM’s industrial automation platform American Automation Group (AAG), alongside Southern Tooling, Inc. and Tuttle AAG, LLC.
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March 17, 2026
- Buyer
- VisuSewer
- Target
- United Survey, Inc.
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Addon
VisuSewer, a wastewater infrastructure services provider based in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, completed the acquisition of United Survey, Inc., a full-service sewer inspection, cleaning, and rehabilitation firm headquartered in Oakwood Village, Ohio. The deal expands VisuSewer’s trenchless technology and sewer inspection capabilities and strengthens its presence across the Midwest.
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March 16, 2026
- Buyer
- Technimark
- Target
- Rage Custom Plastics
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Addon
Technimark has acquired Rage Custom Plastics, a U.S. blow and injection-molded plastics provider serving medical and consumer healthcare markets. The deal strengthens Technimark’s presence in high-growth healthcare end markets, expands its domestic manufacturing footprint into the Mid-West and Mid-Atlantic, and adds value-added blow molding capabilities.
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March 5, 2026
- Buyer
- Yellow Stripes Capital
- Target
- NoblQ
- Seller
- Caldwell Velnambi, Nepoleon Duraisamy
- Industry
- IT Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
Yellow Stripes Capital (YSC) has acquired a majority stake in NoblQ, a global digital transformation and IT services provider. The investment is intended to accelerate NoblQ’s AI-enabled enterprise modernization strategy, expand delivery operations across North America, Europe, and Asia, and grow its digital engineering and enterprise modernization practices.
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- Buyer
- Penfund
- Target
- DOCS Dermatology Group
- Industry
- Healthcare Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Growth capital
Penfund completed a US$205 million unitranche loan to DOCS Dermatology Group, a portfolio company of SkyKnight Capital. The financing supports DOCS in its next phase of growth for its dermatology practice network of more than 150 locations across 12 states.
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February 16, 2026
- Buyer
- OnSite Partners, LLC
- Target
- One Power Company
- Industry
- Infrastructure
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
OnSite Partners, LLC announced it has acquired the business interests of Ohio-based industrial power company One Power. The deal expands OnSite Partners’ behind-the-meter distributed generation portfolio and strengthens its energy infrastructure operations, maintenance, and construction capabilities.
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February 12, 2026
- Buyer
- Rochester Midland Corporation, Peak Rock Capital
- Target
- Solid Blend Technologies, Inc.
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
Rochester Midland Corporation acquired Solid Blend Technologies, Inc., a water management and environmental solutions provider based in Dayton, Ohio. Solid Blend’s solid chemistry solutions are used to treat scale, corrosion, and microbiological concerns for cooling towers, boilers, and closed-loop systems, serving healthcare facilities, federal government agencies, and assisted living communities.
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- Buyer
- Vasco Group, Monogram Capital Partners, Halmos Capital Partners
- Target
- Schubert Tennis
- Seller
- Rusty Schubert, Jeff Parish
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Addon
Vasco Group, a sports-surfacing platform majority owned by Monogram Capital Partners with support from Halmos Capital Partners, acquired Schubert Tennis. The add-on expands Vasco’s clay tennis court construction, resurfacing, maintenance, and reconditioning capabilities and grows its Midwest footprint with more predictable recurring upkeep revenue.
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February 7, 2026
- Buyer
- Arax Investment Partners
- Target
- GFP Private Wealth
- Industry
- Wealth Management
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
Arax Investment Partners acquired GFP Private Wealth, a Cleveland, Ohio-based registered investment adviser with $1.5 billion in assets under management. The deal is intended to expand Arax’s Midwest presence and support GFP’s next phase of growth by combining GFP’s high-net-worth planning and service capabilities with Arax’s broader infrastructure via Arax Advisory Partners.
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February 1, 2026
- Buyer
- Velocity One, Charlesbank Capital Partners
- Target
- Falls Filtration Technologies, Inc.
- Industry
- Aerospace & Defense
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Addon
Velocity One, an aerospace and defense platform backed by Charlesbank Capital Partners, acquired Falls Filtration Technologies, Inc. Falls Filtration is a Stow, Ohio-headquartered designer and manufacturer of air and liquid filtration products used in aerospace, defense, and industrial applications.
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January 29, 2026
- Buyer
- TPI Efficiency, ScaleCo Capital
- Target
- Community Energy Advisors, Viridi
- Industry
- Energy
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Addon
ScaleCo Capital’s portfolio company TPI Efficiency acquired both Community Energy Advisors and Viridi in two related add-on acquisitions. The deals expand TPI’s energy procurement and efficiency management platform with customized advisory and energy procurement capabilities for mid-sized commercial clients.
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January 23, 2026
- Buyer
- Frontline Road Safety
- Target
- American Roadway Logistics
- Seller
- Monroe Street Partners, Jon Claxton, Heidi Claxton
- Industry
- Construction
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Divestiture
Frontline Road Safety, the largest provider of pavement marking services in the United States, has acquired American Roadway Logistics (ARL) from Monroe Street Partners. ARL, a Norton, Ohio-based provider of pavement marking and traffic maintenance services, will continue operating with its existing team while benefiting from Frontline's scale, resources and geographic reach. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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January 22, 2026
- Buyer
- Polycorp
- Target
- Iron Horse Engineering Company
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Addon
Polycorp, a portfolio company of Arsenal Capital Partners, has acquired Iron Horse Engineering Company, a pioneer in rail boot and embedded track technologies. The deal expands Polycorp’s rail product portfolio and engineering capabilities to deliver more integrated solutions across light- and heavy-rail applications worldwide.
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- Buyer
- Sila Services, LLC
- Target
- NEOH (platform), Simpson Heating & Air, LLC, Bonsky Heating & Cooling, Best Heating & Air Solutions, Ultra Clean Duct Cleaning, Coblentz Plumbing Solutions, Trade Masters Academy
- Seller
- Chad Simpson, Steve VanHorn
- Industry
- HVAC & Mechanical
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Addon
Sila Services has acquired NEOH, an Ohio-based home services platform that comprises five operating brands (Simpson Heating & Air; Bonsky Heating & Cooling; Best Heating & Air Solutions; Ultra Clean Duct Cleaning; Coblentz Plumbing Solutions) and Trade Masters Academy. The add-on expands Sila’s Midwest/Ohio footprint and builds out its multi-trade capabilities across HVAC, plumbing and indoor air-quality services; financial terms were not disclosed.
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January 15, 2026
- Buyer
- Plasticade, Radial Equity Partners
- Target
- Mr. Chain
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Addon
Plasticade, a portfolio company of Radial Equity Partners, has acquired Mr. Chain, a longtime manufacturer of crowd-control, safety and barrier solutions. The add-on expands Plasticade's product portfolio in the traffic safety and signage market, enabling broader offerings for construction, municipal and event safety customers.
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January 13, 2026
- Buyer
- TruArc Partners
- Target
- Schill Grounds Management
- Seller
- Argonne Capital Group
- Industry
- Environmental Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
TruArc Partners, a middle‑market private equity firm, has acquired Schill Grounds Management from Argonne Capital Group. Cleveland‑based Schill is a commercial landscaping provider with more than 30 branches across the Midwest and Mid‑Atlantic; TruArc plans to accelerate organic growth, pursue add‑on acquisitions and expand the company's geographic footprint while founder Jerry Schill remains CEO.
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January 9, 2026
- Buyer
- Gemspring Capital Management (affiliate)
- Target
- TRG
- Seller
- Kennedy family, TRG management team
- Industry
- IT Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
An affiliate of Gemspring Capital Management has acquired TRG, a Cleveland-area provider of enterprise mobility lifecycle management and integrated cybersecurity solutions. TRG founder and CEO Sean Kennedy, the Kennedy family, and the existing management team retain a significant ownership stake; Gemspring said it will provide capital and operational resources to support continued growth and strategic acquisitions.
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January 6, 2026
- Buyer
- Affiliate of Pacific Avenue Capital Partners, Cameron Ashley Building Products
- Target
- Therm-All
- Seller
- Incline Equity Partners, Specialty Products and Insulation
- Industry
- Building Products
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Divestiture
An affiliate of Pacific Avenue Capital Partners, alongside Cameron Ashley Building Products, has acquired Therm-All from Incline Equity Partners. Therm-All, a Westlake, Ohio–based fabricator and distributor of metal building insulation with 13 locations nationwide and more than 2,000 customers, will be operated under Pacific Avenue and Cameron Ashley to strengthen customer relationships and pursue growth initiatives across core and adjacent end markets.
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January 6, 2026
- Buyer
- Warburg Pincus, Temasek
- Target
- Park Place Technologies, Service Express
- Seller
- Charlesbank Capital Partners, GTCR
- Industry
- IT Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
Warburg Pincus, with a significant minority investment by Temasek, signed a definitive agreement to make a majority investment in Park Place Technologies. Park Place and Service Express (a Warburg Pincus portfolio company) merged to create a global data center services provider with over 3,000 employees and 25,000+ customers; the merger was completed on January 6, 2026.
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January 2, 2026
- Buyer
- Mutares SE & Co. KGaA
- Target
- Greer Steel Company
- Seller
- Greer Industries, Inc.
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
Mutares SE & Co. KGaA has completed the acquisition of Greer Steel Company, a Dover, Ohio-based cold rolled strip steel specialist, from Greer Industries, Inc. The purchase expands Mutares' Engineering & Technology segment and North American footprint, positioning Greer Steel as a growth platform to serve automotive and industrial customers through operational improvements and targeted investments.
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January 1, 2026
- Buyer
- Safe Monitoring Group, Alder
- Target
- Gastronics, Inc.
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Addon
Safe Monitoring Group (a portfolio company of Alder) has acquired Gastronics, Inc., a US-based pioneer in wireless gas detection systems. The deal adds the first North America–based company to SMG's portfolio, expanding its gas detection capabilities, regulatory certifications and presence across industrial, energy and refrigeration markets.
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January 1, 2026
- Buyer
- BELAY
- Target
- Fully Accountable
- Industry
- Accounting & Tax
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
BELAY, a U.S.-based virtual staffing and outsourced services provider, has acquired Fully Accountable, a Fairlawn, Ohio outsourced accounting firm that serves eCommerce and digitally native brands. The deal expands BELAY's financial solutions capabilities (including fractional CFO and ecommerce accounting) and is supported by BELAY's private equity backer, Tenex Capital Management.
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December 23, 2025
- Buyer
- Exscape Group, BHMS Investments, LP
- Target
- WinnScapes, Pony Lawncare and Landscaping, Shearer Patio & Landscape Services / Polaris Pools
- Industry
- Environmental Services
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Addon
Exscape Group, a Cleveland-based landscape services platform backed by BHMS Investments, announced add-on acquisitions of three Columbus-area companies — WinnScapes, Pony Lawncare and Landscaping, and Shearer Patio & Landscape Services / Polaris Pools — to expand into the Columbus, Ohio market. Each founding owner will join Exscape Group as operating leaders, preserving continuity of teams and client relationships as part of the platform expansion.
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December 18, 2025
- Buyer
- Midas International, LLC
- Target
- Max Auto Supply Company
- Industry
- Automotive
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
Midas International, LLC has acquired Max Auto Supply Company, a long-standing Midas franchisee that operates 111 service centers across six U.S. states. Max Auto, headquartered in Toledo, Ohio with over 650 employees, will continue operating as a standalone business under the Midas/Mavis platform to strengthen the group's retail service footprint.
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December 15, 2025
- Buyer
- A&M Capital Partners
- Target
- Asurint
- Seller
- Guidepost Growth Equity
- Industry
- Staffing & HR
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Type
- Buyout
A&M Capital Partners, the private equity arm of Alvarez & Marsal Capital, has acquired Asurint, a provider of technology-enabled background screening solutions. Guidepost Growth Equity, which first invested in Asurint in 2017, sold all of its shares as part of the transaction; A&M plans to invest in the company’s technology and expand its service capabilities and M&A activity to drive growth.
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