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LLCP Takes Growth Stake in Concentric Energy Advisors

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Los Angeles private equity firm Levine Leichtman Capital Partners has completed a growth investment in energy advisory firm Concentric Energy Advisors alongside management.

LLCP Takes Growth Stake in Concentric Energy Advisors

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners, a Los Angeles-based private equity firm, has finalized a growth investment in Concentric Energy Advisors, the firm announced Nov. 4, 2026. The deal was structured in partnership with Concentric's existing management team, though financial terms were not disclosed.

Concentric Energy Advisors operates as an advisory firm in the energy sector, providing consulting and analytical services to clients navigating an increasingly complex utility and energy landscape. The management partnership structure suggests existing leadership will retain a meaningful ownership stake and continue guiding day-to-day operations post-investment.

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LLCP, which focuses on middle-market companies, has built a track record of partnering with management teams in professional and business services. The investment in Concentric aligns with broader private equity interest in energy advisory businesses, as utilities, regulators, and energy developers face mounting demand for specialized strategic guidance amid the ongoing energy transition.

The transaction underscores continued deal activity in the energy consulting space, where firms with deep regulatory and market expertise have attracted institutional capital seeking exposure to the sector without direct commodity risk. LLCP's growth-oriented approach typically targets companies with strong recurring revenue and experienced leadership — characteristics consistent with established advisory practices.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q.Who is Levine Leichtman Capital Partners?

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners is a private equity firm based in Los Angeles that focuses on growth investments, typically targeting middle-market companies.

Q.What does Concentric Energy Advisors do?

Concentric Energy Advisors is an energy advisory firm that provides consulting and strategic guidance to clients in the energy and utility sectors.

Q.What were the financial terms of the LLCP investment in Concentric?

Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed in the announcement made on November 4, 2026.

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