Altamont Capital Partners invests in architecture and engineering firm CESO

Altamont Capital Partners announced an equity investment in CESO, Inc. Financial terms were not disclosed. LeadWise, CESO's current parent company, will remain a significant investor and continue to support the company's growth. Debt financing was provided by BMO and Churchill Asset Management.

Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, CESO provides architecture, engineering, surveying, civil and mechanical, electrical and plumbing engineering, and development services. The firm has about 600 employees across 16 offices and serves multi-site national operators in the logistics and distribution, automotive, convenience and grocery sectors.

Altamont managing director Wandé Olabisi said national customers need a partner who can deliver consistently across hundreds of locations. AEC Advisors advised Altamont and Capstone advised CESO; Ropes & Gray and Morrison & Foerster served as legal counsel to Altamont, and Taft advised CESO.