HighGrove Partners acquires Lawn Enforcement Agency in Florida

HighGrove Partners, an Atlanta-based commercial landscaping company, has acquired Lawn Enforcement Agency (LEA), headquartered in Gainesville, Florida. HighGrove is backed by Agellus Capital, a middle-market private equity firm focused on essential services businesses.

Founded by Mike Troiano in 1994, LEA delivers landscape management, enhancements, and irrigation services to a broad base of clients throughout North and Central Florida. The company operates out of three locations in Gainesville, Bunnell, and Ocala, all in Florida.

> "Joining forces with HighGrove positions LEA for meaningful growth throughout Florida and beyond," says Mike Troiano. "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."

> "Bringing LEA into the HighGrove family opens a compelling new chapter for our presence in Florida," says HighGrove CEO Jim McCutcheon. "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."

> "Mike has assembled a talented team and a well-run business that fits squarely within our approach to building high-quality platforms," says Jeff Aiello, Agellus co-founder and managing partner. "The alignment between LEA and HighGrove made this an ideal fit and a strong example of the partnerships Agellus was built to support."