SavATree Acquires Arbor Experts in Dayton

SavATree

SavATree, a natiional professional tree, shrub, and lawn care has joined forces with Arbor Experts of Dayton, Ohio. This marks SavATree’s entry into the Ohio market as they continue their national expansion.  SavATree is a posrtfolio company of CI Capital Partners. “We are pleased to have found a highly reputable partner who shares our commitment to quality, reliability and professionalism,” commented SavATree Executive Chairman Daniel van Starrenburg. “Like SavATree, Arbor Experts places a high value on knowledge, training and safety. Because our philosophies are so closely aligned, we are confident we will make a great team.” Founded by Paul and … Read more

COVID-19 and Private Equity

COVID-19 and Private Equity

Much of the merger and acquisition activity in the landscape services sector in recent years has been driven, directly or indirectly, by private equity investment.  To understand the overall impact of COVID-19 on landscape industry M&A, we need to consider the impact on private equity. Here is a brief overview of how private equity may react to the current business climate and COVID-19. To understand the potential impact, it is important to understand that private equity comes in many flavors.  There are three major strands of private equity – “traditional” private equity, unfunded sponsors and family offices. The difference is … Read more