Deals in brief

SQN Venture Partners recruits Robey as SVP of strategic growth and IR

In his new role, Robey will play a pivotal part in raising capital, managing investor relationships, expanding the fund's network of limited partners, and spearheading business development initiatives.

Montauk Climate taps Hourdajian as partner and venture head

In this role, Hourdajian will help lead and accelerate Montauk Climate's investment efforts.

KKR and T-Mobile to acquire fiber internet service provider Metronet

Metronet's existing backer Oak Hill will make a minority investment in the JV while the Cinelli family will also remain minority investors.

Liberty Mutual Strategy Ventures unveils sophomore insurtech $200m fund

The fund will focus on making early-stage investments in insurance products and services.

HCI Equity Partners-backed LawnPro scoops up lawn care services provider LawnRx

LawnPRO is a provider of residential lawn care treatment, tree, shrub and pest control services.

Bregal Sagemount invests in environmental insurance firm UCPM

Goodwin Procter served as legal advisor to Bregal Sagemount on the transaction.

Renovus Capital-backed Behavioral Framework picks up Behavior Consultation & Psychological Services

Behavioral Framework is a provider of ABA therapy in Maryland, Virginia and Washington, DC.

Aurora Capital-backed Grace Hill snaps up mystery shopping company The Shadow Agency

Grace Hill is a provider of talent and performance management solutions for commercial and multifamily real estate.

KKR to buy financial advisor Janney Montgomery Scott from Penn Mutual

The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2024.

Manna Tree takes controlling stake in organic beef brand Verde Farms

The investment will be used to accelerate Verde's growth in the better-for-you beef category.