Acquisitions in Indiana

L Squared Capital Partners has acquired Functional Devices, Inc., a Sharpsville, Indiana–headquartered maker of RIB relays, current sensors, power supplies and other field devices for building automation and emergency lighting. Management (led by President & CEO Mark Fernandes) invested alongside L Squared, which plans to invest in product development, commercial expansion and pursue add-on acquisitions to build out a platform in peripheral components for building automation.

Bradford Health Services has acquired Parkdale Center, a Chesterton, Indiana addiction treatment provider specializing in confidential care for licensed professionals. The acquisition expands Bradford’s clinical footprint into the Midwest and preserves Parkdale’s specialized Professionals Program and continuum of care services.

Jack Omer, grandson of Lee's co-founder Harold Omer, has acquired five existing Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken franchise restaurants across Indiana, including units in Connersville, Muncie and Richmond (and an earlier purchase in New Castle). The acquisitions are part of a multi-unit growth strategy that includes remodels to update locations to current brand standards and expand the franchisee's footprint in central Indiana.

Alliance RV, LLC has acquired Midwest Automotive Designs from Terex Corporation (previously part of REV Group). The transaction transfers the Elkhart-based luxury B‑van and motorhome conversion business to Alliance RV as the buyer expands into the motorized recreational-vehicle segment.

An affiliate of Lone Star Funds has completed the previously announced all-cash acquisition of Hillenbrand, Inc. for an enterprise value of approximately $3.8 billion. The transaction takes Hillenbrand private (its common stock will be delisted) and Lone Star will partner with Hillenbrand's management to execute strategic growth and operational plans.

CIC Partners has realized its investment in American College of Education (ACE) and sold the company to Bain Capital Double Impact, with the transaction completing in Q4 2025. ACE is an accredited online private college headquartered in Indianapolis that serves adult and professional learners across education, healthcare and business programs; financial terms were not disclosed.

Littlejohn & Co., a Greenwich-based private investment firm, has acquired 80/20, a Columbia City, Indiana-headquartered maker of configurable modular framing solutions, from MPE Partners. The transaction (terms undisclosed) is a platform investment aimed at expanding 80/20's capabilities, geographic reach, and position in automation, robotics, and modular industrial design markets.

Simplicity Group, a holistic financial planning and advisor partner platform, has acquired Indianapolis-based Source Brokerage, a disability insurance specialist broker general agency (BGA). The acquisition expands Simplicity's national disability insurance (DI) capabilities and adds specialized institutional-market expertise (including GME and GSI programs), while Source Brokerage founder Steve Crowe joins Simplicity as a partner.

Matt Bowers Automotive Group acquired Bill Estes Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Brownsburg, Indiana from Asbury Automotive Group, closing on February 2, 2026. The acquisition is Matt Bowers Automotive Group's first Indiana location and expands its Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram franchise footprint while bringing the dealership into operation as Indy Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram.

APi Group Corporation completed the acquisition of CertaSite, an inspection-first provider of fire and life safety services operating in the Midwest. The deal strengthens APi's recurring, regulatory-driven safety services platform by adding inspection-focused capabilities, an asset-light business model, and expanded Midwest presence.

Elevation Point has made a minority growth investment in Forta Wealth Partners, enabling the Indianapolis-based advisory team to launch an independent RIA with access to custodial, technology, and capital resources. Forta, a trade name of Elevation Point Wealth Partners, brings more than $900 million in client assets carried over from its prior Merrill Lynch practice and will benefit from Elevation Point’s support and Goldman Sachs custody collaboration.

Andela has acquired Woven, a technical-assessment company that provides real-world engineering scenarios, structured scoring rubrics, and AI-enabled evaluation. The acquisition will accelerate Andela's assessments roadmap and improve its ability to identify and match AI-native engineering talent across its global marketplace.

Apollon Wealth Management has added Indiana-based registered investment adviser Sage Advisors to its national platform. The move expands Apollon's presence in the Midwest and gives Sage Advisors access to Apollon's operational capabilities while preserving the firm's client-first advisory model.

National Manufacturing Group, a multi-plant OEM supplier based in Troy, Michigan, has acquired J.M. Hutton & Co., a Richmond, Indiana metal fabricator with a 275,000-square-foot production facility. The deal expands National's metal stamping, laser cutting, and powder-coating capabilities and advances its vertical-integration strategy to better serve OEM customers in vocational truck, medical, food service and casket markets.

Gryphon Investors has acquired Safety Management Group (SMG) from NMS Capital; financial terms were not disclosed. SMG, headquartered in Indianapolis, will serve as a new platform for Gryphon to pursue organic growth and add-on M&A in outsourced Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) services while SMG's management team remains in place with a meaningful ownership stake.

East Coast Power (ECP), a portfolio company of A&M Capital Partners, has acquired United Powerline Solutions (UPS), a Haubstadt, Indiana–based provider of overhead distribution services for electric utilities across the Midwest. The add-on expands ECP’s geographic footprint, distribution services capabilities and storm-response capacity as the platform pursues nationwide growth amid grid modernization and infrastructure investment.

H3 Partners, a private equity firm focused on SaaS/fintech and health/wellness investments, has acquired Upper Hand, an Indianapolis-based provider of youth sports management software. The acquisition will accelerate product innovation and expand Upper Hand's technology capabilities to better serve sports facilities, trainers and youth sports organizations.

American Elevator Group (AEG) has merged with Mid‑America Elevator, a long‑standing Indianapolis-based provider of elevator maintenance, repair and modernization services. Maven Group advised Mid‑America; terms were not disclosed. The transaction brings Mid‑America into AEG’s national platform to expand capabilities, access advanced technologies and accelerate growth in Indiana while preserving local leadership and the Mid‑America brand.

VMG Health, a portfolio company of Incline Equity Partners, has acquired Burrows Consulting, a specialist in funding strategy and reimbursement optimization for community-based healthcare organizations. The add-on expands VMG Health's capabilities serving Federally Qualified Health Centers, rural health clinics and other community providers and broadens its national presence.

The State Group, a portfolio company of funds managed by Apollo, has acquired Kokomo-based electrical contractor J&J Electric of Indiana, expanding its footprint in Central and Northern Indiana. J&J Electric brings over 200 union electricians and capabilities in electrical construction, maintenance, fire, security, communications, utility and safety systems to The State Group's multi-trade platform.

National Safety Apparel (NSA), a Blue Point Capital Partners-backed platform, has acquired NASCO Industries, Inc., a U.S. manufacturer of flame-resistant rainwear and protective outerwear headquartered in Washington, Indiana. The add-on expands NSA's flame-resistant rainwear portfolio and strengthens its coverage in the electric utility PPE segment as part of the platform's continued roll-up strategy.

Jack Omer, a third‑generation member of the Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken family, acquired the New Castle, Indiana Lee's franchise location from longtime franchisee Mike Fort and signed a development agreement to open multiple new locations in the greater Indianapolis area. Subsequent reporting indicates Omer completed a multi‑unit acquisition of five Lee's franchise locations in Indiana as part of a broader multi‑unit growth and geographic expansion plan.

New State Capital Partners has completed a majority investment in Harrell-Fish Inc., a Bloomington, Indiana-based mechanical contractor, in partnership with Amethyst Capital Group. The existing owners retained significant equity and will remain with the company as New State positions HFI as a platform for organic growth and add-on acquisitions to expand geographically across the Midwest and beyond.

Inovar Packaging Group, a Dallas-based label and packaging platform, has acquired Enterprise Marking Products (EMP), a flexographic label manufacturer headquartered in Fishers, Indiana. The add-on expands Inovar’s Midwest footprint and bolsters its capabilities in durable and industrial labeling applications for customers across industrial, food & beverage, and consumer durable markets.

Wealth Enhancement has acquired FPG Private Wealth, a hybrid RIA with locations in Carmel and Lafayette, Indiana that oversees more than $532 million in client assets. The deal, which closed November 30, 2025, expands Wealth Enhancement’s Midwest footprint and marks its first office presence in the greater Indianapolis market, increasing the firm's total client assets to more than $127.8 billion.

Americo Chemical Products, a Harbour Group company, has acquired Fusion Chemical, a Huntington, Indiana-based maker of specialty metalworking fluids. The deal brings Fusion's founder Matt East and his team into Americo and expands Americo's product portfolio with next-generation lubricants and coolants; terms were not disclosed.

LawnPRO Partners, a lawn-care platform majority-owned by HCI Equity Partners, has acquired Indiana-based Total Lawn Care, Inc. (TLC), a company serving the Indianapolis area for over 35 years with organic-focused lawn care and pest control services. The deal expands LawnPRO Partners' geographic footprint into Indiana and adds local operating capability and employees to the platform.

Praesidian Capital completed a strategic follow-on equity investment in Round 2, LLC, a South Bend, Indiana-based designer and manufacturer of collectible models, die-cast vehicles and hobby products. The additional capital will support product development, supply-chain capabilities, digital engagement and expanded distribution — including international growth — building on Praesidian’s original 2021 investment.

Wealth Enhancement has acquired Guidance Wealth, an independent registered investment advisor based in Elkhart, Indiana that oversees approximately $165 million in client assets. The acquisition closed on October 31, 2025 and increases Wealth Enhancement's total client assets to more than $125.1 billion while bringing the Guidance Wealth advisory team onto Wealth Enhancement's national platform.

Junto Holdings Group, Inc., a Minneapolis-based permanent-capital investment holding company, has acquired SensorTec, LLC, a Fort Wayne, Indiana manufacturer of precision temperature sensors. SensorTec will continue to operate independently from its Fort Wayne facility with the existing management and team remaining in place; the deal provides a long-term ownership structure and supports future growth while enabling the founder's succession.

ReSource Pro, a strategic operations partner to the insurance industry, has acquired Supportive Insurance Services (SIS), a provider of licensing and renewal services for agents, brokers, adjusters and insurers. The deal expands ReSource Pro’s compliance and licensing capabilities—adding SIS’s adjuster licensing expertise to ReSource Pro’s existing surplus lines tax, corporate and franchise tax reporting, and other regulatory services.

Great Hill Partners has made a strategic growth investment in Ren, a leading donor-advised fund (DAF) technology and philanthropic infrastructure provider, to support product innovation, operational scale, and market expansion across financial advisors, wealth managers, and philanthropic institutions. Financial terms were not disclosed; Great Hill partners Nick Cayer, Matt Vettel, and Bob Anderson will join Ren’s board alongside existing representatives from Bain Capital, Valeas Capital, and Amy Danforth, while Bain Capital Tech Opportunities remains a significant shareholder.

Mission Critical Group (MCG) has acquired Leman Engineering and Consulting (LEC), a Brookston, Indiana–based manufacturer of switchgear, control systems, and power distribution equipment. The acquisition strengthens MCG’s Midwest manufacturing footprint, expands its engineering capabilities, and establishes LEC as MCG’s R&D hub for power generation engineering and switchgear innovation.

Delaware Valley Floral Group (DVFG) has acquired family-owned Marvin's Flower Gardens, a wholesale florist based in Indianapolis, to expand DVFG's presence in the Midwest. The Feldman family will remain involved in the business while Marvin's customers gain access to DVFG's product selection, logistics network, and e-commerce tools.

Caylent has acquired Trek10 Inc., combining Caylent’s migration, modernization and AI capabilities with Trek10’s CloudOps and managed services to form an end-to-end AWS-focused services provider. The transaction was supported by Caylent’s private equity partner Gryphon Investors, with Lazard serving as exclusive financial advisor to Trek10.

Solve Industrial Motion Group has acquired B&B Manufacturing, a U.S. maker of power transmission and precision mechanical components headquartered in La Porte, Indiana. The deal expands Solve's domestic manufacturing footprint and broadens its drive train product capabilities, enabling faster lead times and increased made-to-order capabilities for industrial customers across North America.

StenTech, an Align Capital Partners portfolio company, has acquired Advanced Metal Etching, Inc. (AME), a precision photochemical etching and laser-cutting specialist based in Ligonier, Indiana. The add-on expands StenTech's Parts Division capabilities — adding AME's Hybrid Etch-Laser Process and two facilities to strengthen precision parts manufacturing and broaden end-market exposure (aerospace, medical, automotive, defense and energy).

PlotBox has acquired the Management Information Systems (MIS) deathcare software business from Batesville. The deal transfers Batesville's MIS platform to PlotBox to strengthen PlotBox’s US market position and expand its cloud-native cemetery, crematory and funeral-home management capabilities while allowing Batesville to concentrate on its core burial, cremation and technology products.

Bonterra, a social good software company based in Austin, Texas, has acquired OneCause, a digital fundraising solutions provider for nonprofits. The deal expands Bonterra's fundraising and events capabilities—adding OneCause's event/auction, ticketing and mobile-bidding solutions and bringing thousands of nonprofits and millions of donors into the Bonterra Network.

Quad Innovations LLC has acquired Stoutco, Inc., a Bristol, Indiana-based metal fabricator serving bus, cargo trailer and RV OEM markets. The purchase transfers ownership from co-owners Ron Mason and Brian Conwell to Quad, which expects to expand geographic coverage, operational capacity and product capabilities to better serve existing and new customers.

LFM Capital has invested in Systems Engineering and Sales Co. (SESCO), bringing the Fort Wayne, Indiana-based supplier of power transformer installation and maintenance equipment into its electric grid reliability platform. CP Energy Holdings participated as a minority investor; SESCO will join LFM’s existing platform partnership with ZTZ Services International to provide complementary diagnostic and remediation equipment and services for power utilities and transformer manufacturers across North America.

Welch Packaging Group, a family-owned corrugated packaging network based in Elkhart, Indiana, has acquired Elite Packaging of Jeffersonville, Indiana as its 41st acquisition. Terms were not disclosed; the deal is presented as an add-on to Welch's platform to support succession and growth for family-owned packaging businesses.

Lumelight, a benefits compliance provider, has acquired BMI Audit Services, a specialist in dependent eligibility verification and medical and pharmacy claims audits. The acquisition expands Lumelight’s oversight capabilities and enhances its ability to help employers, brokers, TPAs and health plans reduce costs and manage fiduciary and compliance obligations.

Beary Landscaping has acquired Sun Valley Landscape and Snow to strengthen its recurring commercial landscaping and snow removal presence in the Indianapolis metro. Beary will retain Sun Valley's staff and brand as it expands its Midwest footprint; Beary is a platform company backed by Silver Oak Services Partners.

Cornerstone Building Brands, a leading North American manufacturer of exterior building products, has acquired Metal Sales Manufacturing Corporation, a Sellersburg, Indiana–based manufacturer of metal building systems and components. The acquisition (Metal Sales: ~900 employees) expands Cornerstone's footprint to more than 100 plants and distribution locations and increases its participation in the high-growth residential metal building and components market.

Capacity, the AI-powered support automation platform, has acquired KLaunch, a conversational AI company based in Indianapolis. The acquisition deepens Capacity’s conversational AI capabilities and expands its reach in government, healthcare and nonprofit markets; terms were not disclosed.

Truven by Merative has acquired Springbuk, a cloud-native health intelligence platform used by employers and benefits advisors. The acquisition integrates Springbuk’s Health Intelligence Platform and Activate Marketplace with Truven’s MarketScan data and Health Insights, adding more than 7,500 small- and mid-market employer customers and expanding Truven’s employer-market capabilities.

Valsoft Corporation has acquired WSI Technologies, a long-standing provider of secure video recording and evidence management solutions for public safety and child advocacy agencies. WSI will operate autonomously under Valsoft's Fluent operating group, with Jim Hansen appointed President and CEO as Valsoft invests to accelerate product and market expansion in the public safety technology sector.

CHA Holdings, Inc. (CHA) has acquired Midwestern Engineers, Inc., an Indiana-based civil and water resources engineering firm headquartered in Loogootee. The acquisition adds Midwestern’s ~45 technical experts and local offices in Indianapolis and Santa Claus to CHA’s existing Indiana teams, expanding CHA’s water, wastewater and stormwater capabilities and regional presence.

GEOH, an Indianapolis-based provider of practice management software and revenue cycle services for home care agencies, raised over $30 million in a growth round led by Council Capital and affiliates. Existing investors Boomerang Ventures, First Leaf Capital, and VisionTech Partners participated; proceeds will accelerate GEOH’s expansion of its integrated software + services platform and revenue cycle management capabilities.