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HighGrove Partners, an Atlanta-based commercial landscaping company, acquired Gainesville, Fla.-based Lawn Enforcement Agency (LEA). HighGrove is backed by middle-market private equity firm Agellus Capital, focused on essential services businesses.
Founded by Mike Troiano in 1994, LEA delivers comprehensive landscape management, enhancements and irrigation services to a broad base of clients throughout North and Central Florida. The company operates out of three Florida locations in Gainesville, Bunnell and Ocala.
“Joining forces with HighGrove positions LEA for meaningful growth throughout Florida and beyond. We are energized by the opportunities ahead for both our clients and our team. HighGrove was a natural fit for our company and culture. Jim’s industry experience, leadership and mentorship over the years made this important decision a very easy one for me,” said Mike Troiano.
HighGrove CEO Jim McCutcheon said, “Bringing LEA into the HighGrove family opens a compelling new chapter for our presence in Florida. As we continue to grow throughout the Southeast, we view Florida as a critical market and are eager to build upon the outstanding reputation and service standards the LEA team has established over the past three decades.”
Agellus co-founder and managing partner Jeff Aiello said, “Mike has assembled a talented team and a well-run business that fits squarely within our approach to building high-quality platforms. The alignment between LEA and HighGrove made this an ideal fit and a strong example of the partnerships Agellus was built to support.”
