Generational Group Advises Willie C. and Sons Landscaping LLC in its Sale to Winterberry Gardens, a Portfolio Company of Gemini Investors

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Generational Group, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of Willie C. and Sons Landscaping LLC to Winterberry Gardens, a portfolio company of Gemini Investors. The acquisition closed March 24, 2026.

Based in Topsham, Maine, Willie C. and Sons Landscaping LLC is a full-service landscaping company providing residential and commercial property maintenance, design, and improvement services throughout the region. The company offers a broad range of outdoor services including lawn care, seasonal cleanups, hardscaping, planting, and general landscape construction, helping clients enhance both the functionality and appearance of their exterior spaces. With a focus on hands-on workmanship and reliable service, the business supports property owners through year-round maintenance programs as well as one-time project work. Willie C & Sons Landscaping emphasizes practical solutions tailored to New England’s seasonal conditions, delivering durable outdoor environments built for long-term use and curb appeal.

Located in Southington, Connecticut, Winterberry Gardens is a full-service landscape design, construction, and maintenance company serving both residential and commercial clients. The company provides comprehensive outdoor solutions including landscape design and installation, irrigation systems, lighting, lawn care, fertilization, and ongoing property maintenance, as well as seasonal planting and enhancement services. With more than 35 years of experience, Winterberry Gardens has built a reputation for delivering integrated, high-quality landscape environments that combine functional design with long-term aesthetic value. Its team of professionals works across New England to create and maintain customized outdoor spaces, supported by in-house expertise and a strong focus on craftsmanship, sustainability, and client service.

Headquartered in Wellesley, Massachusetts, Gemini Investors is a private investment firm focused on providing flexible capital solutions to lower middle market companies across the United States. Founded in 1993, the firm invests in established businesses with experienced management teams and strong growth potential, typically deploying both equity and debt capital through a range of structures including both control and minority investments. Gemini Investors has invested in over 180 businesses across a diverse range of sectors including business services, consumer products and services, manufacturing and distribution, healthcare, and later stage technology, often investing in companies with meaningful operating history and stable cash flow profiles. With decades of experience and a long-standing investment team, the firm emphasizes tailored partnership approaches designed to support expansion, operational improvement, and long-term value creation.

Generational Group Executive Managing Director, M&A, Eastern Region – David Fergusson, and his team led by Managing Director, M&A, Ahmad Behjati with the support of Senior Vice President, M&A, Tristan Keeffe successfully closed the deal. Senior Managing Director, Ruben Olm and Senior M&A Advisor, Rick Nichols established the initial relationship with Willie C. and Sons Landscaping LLC.

Michelle E. Kornack, Vice President of Gemini Investors, said, "We are excited about the partnership between Winterberry and Willie C. We believe Willie C. represents a compelling opportunity for Winterberry to further expand its footprint across New England while partnering with a talented leader in Nick Cloutier. We are enthusiastic about the continued growth of the Winterberry platform and appreciate Generational Group for their support in bringing this opportunity together."

"We are excited to partner with Winterberry and believe they are the ideal organization to build upon the legacy Willie C. & Sons has established, while continuing to provide outstanding service to our customers and new opportunities for our employees," said Nick Cloutier, President of Willie C. & Sons Landscaping.

"We are honored that Nick and the Willie C. team chose to partner with Winterberry for their next chapter. From the beginning, it was clear the organizations shared a commitment to exceptional service, investing in people, and building lasting relationships. We look forward to preserving the legacy Willie C. has created while working together to create even greater opportunities for our team members and clients," added Bryan Stolz, CEO of Winterberry Gardens.

"At Generational Group, we believe transactions should be defined by finding the right partner—one that respects the company's legacy, values its people, and is committed to building on the foundation our client spent a lifetime creating. Financial results matter, but preserving that legacy matters just as much," said Ahmad Behjati, Managing Director, M&A, at Generational Group.

Ryan Binkley, CEO of Generational Group, stated, “This transaction marks a deliberate step toward strengthening collaborative relationships centered on sustained value creation. It enhances alignment across stakeholders and reinforces a shared strategic direction that supports scalable growth, organizational agility, and durable long-term performance.”

About Generational Group

Generational Group, headquartered in Dallas, TX, is a leading, award winning full-service M&A advisory firm. Generational has over 350 professionals across 17 offices in North America. The firm empowers business owners to unlock the full value of their companies through a comprehensive suite of services—including M&A advisory, exit planning education, business valuation, strategic growth advisory, wealth advisory, and digital solutions.

Celebrating its 21^st year, Generational has successfully closed over 1,800 transactions and has ranked #1 or #2 in all LSEG league tables for deals valued between $25 million and $1 billion in 2024 and 2025.

The firm was named 2025 USA Investment Banking Firm of the Year by the Global M&A Network and recognized as Investment Banking Firm of the Year by The M&A Advisor in 2024 and 2025.