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04/01/2026

West Michigan keeps making quiet power moves.

Center Rock Capital is reshaping the future of GHSP — combining the Grand Haven/Holland legacy with Stoneridge’s controls division to build a $550M global auto supplier. Twelve operations worldwide, deeper tech capabilities, and a strategy built for the next era of automotive manufacturing.

Michigan companies continue to scale with intention and stay competitive on the world stage.

GHSP, an injection molding, is core to an expansion plan to create a auto supply platform company.

04/01/2026

Big moves coming out of West Michigan’s investment world.

Grand Rapids–based Blackford Capital just announced a new investment in Texas Injection Molding, a Houston manufacturer specializing in precision‑engineered industrial components. The deal brings new leadership, expansion plans, and a strategy to pursue additional acquisitions across high‑growth regions.

Always good to see a GR firm continuing to scale nationally and back companies building real value in the industrial space.

Grand Rapids-based private equity firm Blackford Capital announced it invested in Texas Injection Molding, which is headquartered in Houston. The value of the investment was not revealed. Texas Injection Molding, […]

04/01/2026

Wild seeing another longtime GR spot on its way out. The old restaurant on 28th is now set for demolition in May, clearing the way for a new apartment project the state just backed.

Grand Rapids keeps shifting — block by block, year by year. Crazy to watch the city grow in real time.

The Michigan Strategic Fund approved a $4.75 million loan to Construction Simplified for a project that will replace Adobe Mexican Kitchen with a 109-unit apartment and retail building.

03/26/2026

Detroit Pistons owner Tom Gores has been revealed as the fourth and final bidder for the San Diego Padres. He joins Joe Lacob, José E. Feliciano, and Dan Friedkin in the final round of bidding, with the sale expected to exceed \$3–3.5 billion, potentially breaking the MLB franchise sale record.

The second and final round of bids for the Padres is expected in early to mid-April and a sale could be agreed to by the end of April.

03/17/2026

Private equity continues to double down on digital transformation across the print and packaging sector.
Firms are leaning heavily into companies with strong digital capabilities — from data‑driven marketing platforms to tech‑enabled packaging and specialty print operations. The shift is clear: scalable digital workflows, automation, and diversified service lines are becoming the new value drivers.
As traditional print consolidates, investors are targeting operators who can blend craftsmanship with modern digital infrastructure. It’s a strong signal that the future of this industry belongs to companies that innovate, adapt, and deliver faster, smarter, and more integrated solutions.
A lot of movement happening — and it’s reshaping the competitive landscape in real time.

The Target Report provides an overview for buyers and sellers of businesses in the changing and evolving printing and related industries.

03/17/2026

Blackford Capital just announced a major move in the HVAC and electrical services space.
The firm has officially launched its new HVAC, Electrical & Diversified Services (HEDS) platform, bringing together two strong operators — Habco Partnership and Moro Corporation — into one integrated, scalable service provider.
This new platform is built to meet growing demand driven by aging infrastructure and the push for energy‑efficient solutions across commercial, industrial, and residential markets. With Habco’s national electrical contracting expertise and Moro’s HVAC and construction capabilities, the combined company is positioned to offer a true one‑stop shop for high‑end electrical, HVAC, and construction services.
Leadership will remain strong under Andrew Habel, CEO of Habco, who will guide the unified platform as it expands its footprint and continues to pursue strategic acquisitions.
A big step forward for Michigan‑based private equity and a strong signal of continued investment in essential services.

https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2026/03/12/3254461/0/en/Blackford-Capital-Launches-New-HVAC-Electrical-and-Diversified-Services-Platform.html

02/04/2026

The recent reporting on Microsoft’s proposed data center in Michigan highlights a pivotal moment for regional infrastructure investment. Large‑scale tech deployments like this often bring both opportunity and community concern, but they also signal long‑term confidence in West Michigan’s economic trajectory. As demand for cloud capacity accelerates, projects of this scale can reshape local corridors, attract secondary development, and strengthen the region’s position in the broader technology ecosystem.

Locals have concerns about water use in a township that has dealt with shortages.

02/04/2026

The former Orbit Room site is now being considered for a 132‑unit multifamily development. After years of vacancy, it’s encouraging to see meaningful reinvestment proposed for a corridor with strong long‑term potential. Projects like this signal continued confidence in the Grand Rapids market and reflect the broader demand for modern housing solutions across the region.

The former Orbit Room site on Lake Eastbrook Boulevard would be transformed into mixed-income housing under a $25 million development plan being pitched by SW Real Estate Investment.

01/14/2026

Big move happening in Michigan’s energy landscape 👀

A private equity firm is set to buy all Consumers Energy hydroelectric dams across the state. This is a major shift for Michigan’s power infrastructure and could have long‑term impacts on local communities, river systems, and future energy planning.

Definitely something to keep an eye on as details roll out and the transition takes shape.

The Michigan utility says the sale will preserve the dams and their upstream impoundments while saving its customers money.

01/14/2026

Big news for West Michigan 👀

Looks like Microsoft is officially the company behind the proposed $1B data center in Lowell Township. Huge investment, major tech footprint, and definitely something that’s going to shape the future of the area.

Curious to see how this plays out for jobs, infrastructure, and the community. West Michigan keeps growing.

The tech giant published a letter on the township's website confirming its involvement in the project.

12/22/2025

Private funds just hit a massive milestone — more than $1 trillion raised in 2025, according to Alternatives Watch.
The report highlights a major convergence in capital flows as investors continue shifting toward private credit, infrastructure, and real assets in search of stability and yield.

Even with market volatility and geopolitical uncertainty, institutional demand for private strategies keeps accelerating. The takeaway: alternative investments aren’t slowing down — they’re becoming the core of modern portfolios.

Private investment funds have attracted over $1 trillion this year through October, up nearly 11% from 2024, the latest Convergence Capital Flows figures show.

12/22/2025

Tariffs are shaking up the private equity world — and Grand Rapids firms are feeling it.

Crain’s Grand Rapids reports that optimism for the Trump term has shifted into real anxiety as constant tariff changes make it harder to plan deals, source products, and secure financing.

Blackford Capital shared how shifting tariffs across China, Malaysia, Vietnam, and other markets have disrupted supply chains and complicated investment strategies. With global acquisitions hitting a 20‑year low, uncertainty is becoming one of the biggest obstacles in the dealmaking world.

Clear takeaway: until trade policy stabilizes, private equity is stuck navigating a moving target.

Tariffs disrupt Blackford Capital’s portfolio and push private equity deals to a 20 year low, leaving investors anxious about future returns.