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July 16, 2025

Watchtower Capital Completes Platform Investment in Fence Builders

CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Watchtower Capital ("Watchtower") today announced the simultaneous acquisitions of Fence Builders, Inc. (www.fencebuildersinc.com) and Green Hill Fence Company (www.greenvillefencing.com), creating a premier residential and commercial fence, gate and access control platform serving the Southeast (the "Company"). Watchtower is establishing an integrated, regional platform by combining...

June 25, 2025

Watchtower Capital Announces the Addition of Will Keesler as Managing Partner

CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Watchtower Capital ("Watchtower"), a private equity firm focused on investing in founder and family-owned businesses, announces that Will Keesler has joined as a Managing Partner, alongside Casey Lanza and Mike Minchella. All three partners began their private equity careers together at Sun Capital Partners in investment and operating roles, before...

July 15, 2024

Ally Services Welcomes Rick Schomburger as New Chief Executive Officer

ROCKVILLE, Md., July 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ally Services, a leading provider of HVAC and plumbing services in the Mid-Atlantic, is pleased to announce the appointment of Rick Schomburger as its new Chief Executive Officer. Rick brings 15 years of C-level executive experience in HVAC, plumbing, home and facility services industries. With a deep...

December 19, 2023

Ally Services Completes 4th and 5th Add-on Acquisitions

ROCKVILLE, Md. , Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ally Services (www.allyservicesgroup.com) continues its growth trajectory with the completion of two add-on acquisitions, expanding its footprint and strengthening service offerings in key markets. In November, Ally acquired Honest Abe Home Services and East Coast Plumbing, Heating & Air for undisclosed sums. These acquisitions provide...

June 26, 2023

Watchtower Capital Partners Completes First Platform Investment in Ally Services

WASHINGTON, June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Watchtower Capital Partners has simultaneously closed the acquisitions of SPS Mechanical (SPS) and JF Plumbing & Heating (JF), the two of which comprise a newly formed company, Ally Services (www.allyservicesgroup.com). Ally is a regional provider of essential home and facility services, including repair, maintenance, and replacement...