FMI Advises Stengel Hill Architecture on Strategic Investment from Godspeed Capital
Establishes Stengel Hill Architecture as Godspeed Capital’s new Architectural, Engineering and Consulting Services Platform Focused on the U.S. Healthcare Facilities Market
FMI is pleased to announce that Stengel Hill Architecture (SHA) has received a strategic investment from Godspeed Capital Management LP (Godspeed Capital), a lower middle-market Defense & Government services, solutions and technology-focused private equity firm. FMI Capital Advisors represented SHA as its strategic financial advisor.
Founded in 1996, SHA is the largest architectural firm in Kentucky and ranks among the 25 largest healthcare design firms in the nation. SHA comprises an 80-person team licensed to practice architecture in 41 states and the District of Columbia. The firm specializes in the design of acute and behavioral healthcare facilities for a client base representing blue-chip healthcare institutions and has built a stellar reputation for expertise and client satisfaction. SHA is a leading national player in the behavioral and acute healthcare services sectors, which are both experiencing a notable level of investment in developing healthcare facilities to meet heightened market demand.
Through this investment, Godspeed Capital will partner with SHA leadership to establish a leading architectural, engineering and consulting (AEC) services platform with a core focus on serving the U.S. healthcare facilities market through organic expansion and strategic add-on acquisitions. Together, the two firms will work to expand SHA’s geographic footprint in key markets such as Florida, Texas and California, and diversify its service offerings.
SHA Co-Founders Brad Stengel and Chip Hill commented, “We are thrilled to partner with Godspeed Capital, whose significant experience working with management teams to build AEC platforms for public and private clients will enable us to expand our talent pipeline, increase our offerings to our current customers, and diversify our client portfolio as we continue to expand into new geographic markets. We are eager to partner with Godspeed Capital, whose deep expertise and resources will accelerate our platform’s exciting growth trajectory.”
“The FMI team, led by Greg Powell, proved to be an invaluable asset in finding the best cultural fit in a private equity partner for SHA,” added Stengel. “They did an excellent job preparing our team for the rigorous process, as well as setting the correct expectations for how things will work smoothly for all parties going forward. Their patience and great counsel resulted in the best possible scenario for SHA and our new Godspeed partners.”
About Stengel Hill Architecture
Stengel Hill Architecture (SHA) was founded in 1996 by Bradford (Brad) Stengel and Charles (Chip) Hill. SHA is a full service Architectural and Interior Design Firm with offices in Louisville and Lexington, Kentucky. Their combined experience in the design of complex institutional, healthcare, and educational facilities totals more than 60 years. 27+ years in, Brad and Chip continue to provide the leadership to grow their business through long-term dedication to clients and commitment to providing an exceptional work environment for SHA’s professional staff. For more information, please visit the Stengel Hill Architecture website at www.stengelhill.com.
About Godspeed Capital
Godspeed Capital is a lower middle-market Defense & Government services, solutions, and technology focused private equity firm investing alongside forward-thinking management teams that seek an experienced and innovative investment partner with unique sector expertise, operational insight, and flexible capital for growth. While a typical investment will involve companies generating approximately $3 million to $30 million of EBITDA, Godspeed Capital has significant support to complete larger transactions through strategic co-invest relationships. The firm focuses on control buyouts, buy-and-builds, corporate carve-outs, and special situations. For more information, please visit the Godspeed Capital website at www.godspeedcm.com.
About FMI Capital Advisors
FMI Capital Advisors has fully dedicated and deeply experienced investment banking teams advising clients on merger and acquisition (M&A) transactions across the built environment. We maximize value for our clients through our deep market knowledge, strong technical expertise and an unparalleled network of industry relationships. For more information, visit fmicapitaladvisors.com.
FMI Capital Advisors Contact:
Greg Powell
Managing Director
917.817.7685
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