Acorn Growth Companies

Acorn Growth Companies, established in 2005 and headquartered in Oklahoma, is a private equity firm specializing in mid-market investments. It primarily focuses on financial services, industrial, manufacturing, business services, and technology sectors within the United States. The firm manages over $200 million and has grown its portfolio significantly since its inception, operating companies across the nation and globally under its primary banner, AGC Aerospace & Defense.

Rick Nagel

Managing Partner and CEO

Past deals in Defence

Robbins-Gioia

Acquisition in 2019
Robbins-Gioia, LLC is a professional services firm based in Alexandria, Virginia, that specializes in program and IT management, consulting services, and advanced scheduling solutions. Founded in 1980, the company offers a range of consulting services including program management, business analysis, and enterprise architecture, aimed at optimizing performance for clients in various sectors such as defense, national security, civilian, financial services, and technology. A key offering is the Jaguar Family of Advanced Scheduling Tools (JFAST), which supports planning and management of critical activities for diverse customers. Robbins-Gioia maintains strategic partnerships with several organizations to enhance its service delivery. The firm operates multiple locations across the United States and focuses on delivering innovative solutions to improve time, cost, and quality for its clients.

Black Sage Technologies

Acquisition in 2019
Black Sage Technologies Inc. specializes in the manufacture and integration of counter-unmanned aircraft systems (C-UAS) solutions, aimed at protecting people and critical infrastructure worldwide. Founded in 2014 and based in Boise, Idaho, the company focuses on developing defense technology systems that address threats posed by unauthorized drones and remote-piloted aircraft. Its autonomous C-UAS solutions utilize a combination of sensors, effectors, and machine intelligence tools to detect, identify, and neutralize such threats. By fulfilling counter-UAS mission requirements, Black Sage Technologies enhances safety and security across diverse environments and operational scenarios.

DIMO Corp.

Acquisition in 2019
DIMO Corp. is a value-added distributor based in New Castle, Delaware, specializing in critical parts and higher-level assemblies for military and commercial applications across air, land, and naval forces. Founded in 1994, the company provides a wide range of products, including military and commercial aircraft parts, in-flight refueling systems, life support solutions, cryocooling systems, and components for the oil and gas industry. Additionally, DIMO Corp. offers equipment services to enhance operational efficiency and support mission-specific aircraft systems.

CIS Secure Computing

Acquisition in 2017
CIS Secure Computing, Inc. specializes in designing and manufacturing secure computing and communication solutions tailored for government and commercial sectors. Established in 1992 and headquartered in Ashburn, Virginia, the company provides a diverse array of products, including secure telephones, encrypted tactical communication systems, network storage devices, laptops, desktop PCs, and specialized equipment for secure networks. Its offerings also encompass modifications of Commercial-off-the-Shelf (COTS) equipment to meet stringent government requirements. The primary clientele consists of organizations within the defense, intelligence, law enforcement, and homeland security sectors, all of which rely on secure and efficient communication to fulfill their critical missions in challenging environments.
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