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A Night to Remember: Celebrating 20 Years of ACG Columbus
Thank you to everyone who joined us on October 23rd to celebrate 20 years of impact, connection, and growth with the ACG Columbus community! The evening at Vitria on the Square brought together dealmakers, business leaders, and professionals from across Central Ohio to honor two decades of advancing middle-market excellence.
From our founding in 2005 to today’s thriving network of members and sponsors, ACG Columbus continues to drive meaningful connections, foster collaboration, and celebrate the innovation that fuels our region’s success.
Congratulations to our 2025 Award Winners:
- Emerging Market Deal of the Year: Blue Orange Compliance
- Growth Market Deal of the Year: Vanner
- Major Market Deal of the Year: Mid-City Electric
Each of these organizations exemplifies the creativity, resilience, and strategic leadership that define Central Ohio’s middle market.
A heartfelt thank you to our Premier Event Sponsor, Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP, for their continued partnership and support of this milestone celebration.
Relive the Highlights
Explore the full photo gallery and experience the excitement of the evening:
View the Celebration Here
Here’s to the next 20 years—stronger, bolder, and more connected than ever.
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The 2024 Annual Networking and Awards Event was held on Thursday, October 24th at the Hilton Columbus at Easton.
ACG Columbus recognized the following companies:
Homage - Deal of the Year Award
Pearl Interactive - Innovation Award
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The 2023 Annual Networking and Awards Event was held on Thursday, October 19th at the Hilton Columbus at Easton.
ACG Columbus recognized the following companies:
Palmer Donavin - Deal of the Year Award
Message from Matt Butzier, COO
Crane Group - Private Equity Deal of the Year Award
Message from Dan Crane, Senior Vice President
Eco Plumbers, Electricians, HVAC Technicians - Innovation Award
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Previous Winners:
2022 Deal of the Year - Cathcart Rail
2022 ESG Deal of the Year - Stirling Ultracold and Ohio Innovation Fund
2022 Innovation Award - Path Robotics
2021 Public Company Deal of the Year - Rocky Brands
2021 Private CompanyDeal of the Year - Collision Right
2021 Innovation Award - Lower
Registration for ACG’s DealMAX® 2026 is officially open!
The premier conference for middle-market M&A will return to the ARIA Resort & Casino in Las Vegas on April 27–29, bringing together the most influential private equity dealmakers, investment bankers, lenders, M&A partners, and strategic acquirers—all under one roof.
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