Concentric Equity Partners

📢💥 BIG NEWS FROM MWM ENVIRONMENTAL! We’re thrilled to announce a major step in our growth journey – MWM Environmental is now expanding into Alberta through a merger with Collective Waste Solutions, the largest privately-owned waste management company in Alberta! We’re excited to welcome Jim MacPherson and the entire Collective team as we work together to create a fully integrated waste management network across Central and Western Canada. Collective Waste Solutions will retain its unique brand, and we look forward to building on each other’s strengths to better serve our communities. Read more about this exciting development in Waste 360: https://lnkd.in/gytUxsqM

We are thrilled to announce that our co-founders at BeatBox have been honored with the prestigious EY Entrepreneurs of the Year Award for Gulf South! 🏆 This recognition is a testament to the team’s unwavering dedication, innovative spirit, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Cheers to another incredible milestone in the BeatBox journey! Thank you to each and every employee, partner, retailer, and consumer who continues to believe in our brand - this award is for all of you too! 🙏 cc: Justin Fenchel, Aimy Steadman, Brad Schultz

NEWS: RapidFire Safety & Security Acquires Paraclete Fire & Safety    St Louis, MO. (January 31st, 2024) – RapidFire Safety & Security (RapidFire), the multi-regional “Buy & Build” experts for fire, life safety, and security services, announces the acquisition of Paraclete Fire & Safety, a 33-year-old fire extinguisher, alarm, inspection, suppression, and sprinkler provider in Brea, CA serving the Greater Los Angeles area. The acquisition of Paraclete cements RapidFire, led by a team of proven industry operators and launched by founders Michael McLeod and Colin Harrold, in partnership with Concentric Equity Partners, as a world-class curator of people-centric, family-built businesses throughout the Midwest, Southwest and Western United States.    Founded in 1991, Paraclete Fire & Safety is a distinguished provider of a comprehensive range of fire protection and life safety solutions. Paraclete’s services include annual maintenance, certifications, emergency planning, and professional inspections to guarantee compliance with prevailing fire laws and regulations. Paraclete caters to diverse sectors, including restaurant compliance (UL300), industrial and commercial facilities, property management, and specialized services tailored for the telecom and technology sectors, necessitating 24-hour emergency response capabilities. This expertise makes Paraclete a seamless and valuable addition to the RapidFire platform and family.    “In my decision to work with RapidFire, the paramount factor was ensuring the continued growth and opportunities for my team members," stated Allen Quirk, President of Paraclete Fire & Safety. "Our team, some of whom have been with us for over two decades, are the backbone of this company. It was crucial to choose a partner who values stability and gradual, thoughtful change, rather than immediate and sweeping transformations.”    Read the full release here: https://lnkd.in/dW2-hN6f   #RapidFire #news #acquisitions #firesafety #security #California #Texas    Colin Harrold Michael McLeod Concentric Equity Partners Adam Lucas Allen Quirk