Crescent Energy Company

On January 17, 2025, KeyBanc Capital Markets (KBCM) successfully advised Astro Shapes, LLC (Astro Shapes or the Company), a portfolio company of Monomoy Capital Partners (Monomoy), on its sale to Wynnchurch Capital L.P. (Wynnchurch). KBCM was chosen to serve as Astro Shapes’ Sell-Side Advisor based on its industry-leading Metals and Building Products practices and proven M&A execution capabilities.

Headquartered in Struthers, Ohio, Astro Shapes is a leading manufacturer of custom aluminum extrusion products for customers across multiple attractive end markets including Residential and Commercial Building Products, RV/Non-Auto Transportation, and other consumer products. The Company operates three facilities with six state-of-the art extrusion presses, two paint lines, fabrication capabilities, and other value-added finishing services. Astro Shapes is a one-stop shop providing high-quality, customized products to address the unique needs of leading original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and customers across multiple end markets.

Monomoy is a New York-based private investment firm with more than $5 billion in assets under management across a family of investment funds. Monomoy invests in middle-market businesses that can benefit from operational and financial improvement with a focus on manufacturing, distribution, and business services companies across industrial and consumer product sectors in North America.

Headquartered in Chicago, Wynnchurch is a leading middle market private equity investment firm with more than $9 billion in assets under management. The firm focuses on middle market companies in the United States and Canada that possess the potential for substantial growth and profit improvement.

On January 17, 2025, KeyBanc Capital Markets (KBCM) successfully advised JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. (JELD-WEN or the Company), on the court-ordered divestiture of its Towanda, Pennsylvania, facility and related assets to Woodgrain Millwork, Inc. (Woodgrain). KBCM was hired by the Honorable Lawrence F. Stengel, in his capacity as the Special Master, pursuant to the Order of United States District Judge Robert E. Payne. KBCM was chosen to serve as Exclusive Sell-Side Advisor based on its industry-leading Building Products practice, proven M&A execution capabilities, and relevant carveout transaction experience.

Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, JELD-WEN is a leading manufacturer of interior and exterior doors, wood, vinyl and aluminum windows, wall systems, shower enclosures, closet systems, and other interior and exterior components used in the construction, repair, and remodel of residential homes and nonresidential buildings. The Company’s Towanda, Pennsylvania, facility produces a wide range of interior door-skin products as well as its MiraTEC- and Extira-branded exterior trim products.

Headquartered in Fruitland, Idaho, Woodgrain is a family-owned, vertically integrated manufacturer and distributor of doors, windows, moulding, trim, engineered and composite lumber, and other related building products for use in new construction as well as repair and remodeling projects. The company’s network of 45 manufacturing facilities and warehouses spread across North and South America supply thousands of dealers in the United States.

On January 8, 2025, KeyBanc Capital Markets served as Joint Bookrunner on a $500 million Senior Notes offering for Kimmeridge Texas Gas, LLC. Proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes.

On January 8, 2025, KeyBanc Capital Markets (KBCM) successfully advised Gluware, Inc. (Gluware), on its acquisition by Cuadrilla Capital, LLC (Cuadrilla Capital). KBCM was engaged as the Exclusive Financial Advisor because of its industry leading infrastructure software sector expertise and strong M&A capabilities.

Gluware powers the world’s most complex enterprise networks with enterprise-grade, intent-based, multi-vendor, intelligent network automation — ready out-of-the-box or as a unifying developer platform. The leading choice of the Global 2000, Gluware’s self-operating and auto-remediating platform handles millions of network changes simultaneously, flawlessly, and in minutes, saving businesses significant time and resources. Gluware is the only turnkey, intelligent network automation software platform for NetOps and NetDevOps that automates enterprise networks in as little as 30 days.

Cuadrilla is a leading enterprise software investment firm founded in 2021 with over $500 million in assets under management. Cuadrilla partners with exceptional SaaS companies with strong product-market fit and significant strategic value to drive accelerated growth and long-term success. The firm is headquartered in Santa Barbara, California.

On January 7, 2025, KeyBanc Capital Markets served as Co-Manager on a $171 million Follow-On Equity Offering for Kimbell Royalty Partners, LP.

On January 2, 2025, KeyBanc Capital Markets (KBCM) successfully advised Air Temp Holding, LLC (Air Temp), a portfolio company of Anvil Capital Partners (Anvil), on its sale to PremiStar, LLC (PremiStar), a portfolio company of Partners Group. KBCM served as Air Temp’s Exclusive Sell-Side Advisor based on its industry-leading Industrial & Business Services practice, longstanding relationship with Anvil, and proven M&A execution capabilities.

Founded in 2001, Air Temp is one of the largest independent commercial HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical service providers in the Northeastern U.S. Air Temp offers service, maintenance, retrofits, controls, and energy efficient solutions to longstanding customers primarily serving the education, municipal, manufacturing, and healthcare end markets.

Anvil is a Boston-based private equity firm that invests in manufacturing and service companies based in the Northeastern U.S. Anvil specializes in acquiring established micro-market companies with identifiable potential for outsized value creation.

Founded in 1930 as Reedy Industries, PremiStar is a leading provider of commercial HVAC, plumbing, and building controls services. PremiStar provides industry-leading solutions from 50 strategically located branches in 14 states, with a network of 1,700+ field technicians who service more than 14,000 customers across the U.S.

Partners Group is a global private equity firm with a North America headquarters in Broomfield, Colorado. The firm has ~$149 billion in assets under management and has invested over $221 billion across private equity, private credit, infrastructure, royalties, and real estate strategies.

Cain Brothers, a division of KeyBanc Capital Markets, served as exclusive financial advisor to Theoria Management in its new platform partnership with Amulet Capital Partners.

Theoria Management retained Cain Brothers based on its experience in primary and post-acute care, expertise in value-based care, and relationships with the relevant investors. Cain Brothers, along with the Company’s founder, designed and executed a targeted process to find the ideal partner to help the Company deliver on its long-term vision. This successful process continues Cain Brothers’ strong track record of representing founder-led businesses in partnering with private equity firms.

Theoria Management is a tech-enabled management service organization supporting a comprehensive medical group practice dedicated to serving patients across the care continuum with an emphasis on post-acute care and primary care. Theoria serves facilities across the United States with a multitude of services to improve the quality of care delivered, refine facility processes, and enhance critical clinical relationships. Theoria’s affiliated medical groups offer a broad scope of services including multispecialty physician services, telemedicine, chronic care management, and remote patient monitoring.

Amulet Capital Partners is a middle-market private equity investment firm based in Greenwich, Connecticut, and Walnut Creek, California, focused exclusively on the healthcare sector. Amulet seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation through privately negotiated investments in healthcare companies, focusing on those segments it believes have the most attractive long-term fundamentals. Amulet currently manages approximately $2.7 billion in assets and is investing out of its third fund, which was oversubscribed and closed in July 2024 with approximately $1.2 billion in capital commitments.

KeyBanc Capital Markets served as Joint Bookrunner on the $624.8 million Initial Public Offering of 8,800,000 shares, excluding overallotment, of ServiceTitan, Inc. (ServiceTitan or the Company).

ServiceTitan is a cloud-based software platform built to power trades businesses. The Company’s end-to-end solution gives contractors the tools they need to run and grow their businesses, manage their back offices, and provide a stellar customer experience. By bringing an integrated SaaS platform to an industry historically underserved by technology, ServiceTitan is equipping tradespeople with the technology they need to keep the world running.

Cain Brothers, a division of KeyBanc Capital Markets, served as exclusive financial advisor to Indiana University Health.

IU Health has sold its health plan to Elevance Health Inc. (NYSE: ELV), with transaction proceeds enabling IU Health to focus on its core health system and serve the health and wellness needs of the Indiana community. The sale strengthens Elevance’s presence in Indiana and improves access to high-quality care. This transaction also further enhances the robust relationship between IU Health and Elevance. The transaction closed on December 31, 2024.

Indiana University Health, headquartered in Indianapolis, is a leading network in the state of Indiana offering top-tier primary and specialty care. IU Health Plans is an established managed care plan known for its local brand, community involvement, high-touch customer service, and extensive product offerings. It offers Medicare Advantage plans in 36 counties to 19,000 members and fully insured commercial plans to 12,000 members.

Headquartered in Indianapolis, Elevance Health offers an extensive portfolio of health benefits through its various health plans, including Medicare and Medicaid plans. Leveraging their broad network of associates and a strategic focus on care provider enablement and digital solutions, Elevance Health continues to be recognized as a leader for its consumer-centered health system for more than 37 million members nationally.

On December 6, 2024, KeyBanc Capital Markets (KBCM) successfully closed the syndication of a $125 million Senior Secured Credit Facility for Michael Baker International, LLC (“Michael Baker” or the “Company”), a portfolio company of DC Capital Partners (DC Capital). The $125 million Incremental First Lien Term Loan is interchangeable with the existing portion, and proceeds were used to support the acquisition of AstreaX, Inc. and fund cash to the balance sheet. KBCM served as Joint Lead Arranger and Joint Bookrunner on the transaction.

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Michael Baker is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services and has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years, with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation, and integrity. The Company’s services include design, planning, architectural, environmental, and program management. Michael Baker’s clients include U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, as well as large corporations.

Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, AstreaX is a leading provider of software development and implementation services for government modernization technologies, with expertise in SaaS, digital identity, enterprise systems, and consumer portal solutions for state departments of motor vehicles.

Founded in 2007, DC Capital Partners is a middle market private equity firm with offices in Alexandria, Virginia, and West Palm Beach, Florida. DC Capital makes control equity investments in middle market companies that provide differentiated and innovative services and solutions in the Government and Engineering markets.

On December 4, 2024, KeyBanc Capital Markets served as Joint Bookrunner on a $400 million Senior Notes offering for Crescent Energy Company. Proceeds will be used to fund the acquisition of Eagle Ford assets from Ridgemar Energy Operating, LLC.

On December 3, 2024, KeyBanc Capital Markets served as Co-Manager on a $346 million Follow-On Equity Offering for Crescent Energy Company. Proceeds will be used to fund the acquisition of Eagle Ford assets from Ridgemar Energy Operating, LLC.

On December 3, 2024, KeyBanc Capital Markets served as Joint Bookrunner on Coterra Energy Inc.’s offering of $750 million in Senior Notes due in 2035 and $750 million in Senior Notes due in 2055. Proceeds will be used to fund the acquisition of Delaware Basin assets from Franklin Mountain Energy, LLC, and Avant Natural Resources, LLC, and for general corporate purposes.

KeyBank Community Development Lending & Investment provided $31.4 million in capital for the new construction of Clarkston Family Haven, a 72-unit affordable housing project in Clarkston, Washington. Seventy units will serve families and individuals earning no more than 30% – 60% of area median income (AMI), with 35 units set aside for those who have or are experiencing homelessness.

Supportive services for residents will include integrated case management to assist in stabilizing housing, income, behavioral health, and addressing addiction issues as well as onsite peer support and mental health counselors. We want to thank Horizon Housing Development and Catholic Housing Services of Eastern Washington for their sponsorship and shared mission to build much-needed affordable housing in Washington. 

The financing includes a $12.1 million construction loan and $19.3 million in Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) equity.

KeyBank Community Development Lending & Investment provided $17.5 million in capital for the new construction of Owens Adair II, a 50-unit senior affordable housing project in Astoria, Oregon. Thirty-seven units will serve senior citizens earning no more than 40% – 50% of the area median income (AMI) and 13 units will be permanent supportive housing for seniors who have or are experiencing homelessness.

Supportive services will be offered to residents and will include assistance accessing basic needs such as food, clothing, personal care, health services, and employment programs. Additional services will be provided for those experiencing homelessness and will include access to furniture, bedding, cleaning, and kitchen items, peer support for mental health and addiction services, assistance with applications for housing vouchers and mainstream benefits, and navigation and advocacy with healthcare providers. We want to thank the Northwest Oregon Housing Authority and Community Development Partners for their sponsorship and shared mission to build much-needed affordable housing in Oregon. 

The financing includes a $17.5 million construction loan.

KeyBank Community Development Lending & Investment provided $66.5 million in capital to acquire and rehabilitate The Cesera, a 204-unit senior affordable housing project in Garland, Texas. The community is owned and managed by Dominium, a leading national developer, owner, and manager of affordable housing. All 204 units will serve senior citizens earning no more than 40% – 60% of the area median income (AMI).

Supportive services will be offered to residents and will include adult education programs, health screenings and immunizations, counseling programs, computer education, and recreational activities. We want to thank Dominium and Garland Housing Finance Corporation for their sponsorship and shared mission to preserve much-needed affordable housing in Texas.

The financing includes a $20.1 million construction loan, $23.1 million in LIHTC equity, and a $23.3 million Fannie M.TEB permanent loan.

On November 26, 2024, KeyBanc Capital Markets (KBCM) successfully closed $179.1 million in Senior Secured Credit Facilities (the Facilities) for rPlus Energies for the Pleasant Valley Solar 2 project (PVS2 or the Project). This Project is in Ada County, Idaho, adjacent to the Pleasant Valley Solar 1 project, which was developed by rPlus Energies and constructed in 2023. The PVS2 Facility comprises $97.4 million in Construction Loans, $63.4 million in ITC Bridge Loans, and $18.3 million in PPA LCs. Proceeds will be used to fund the construction and operating periods of the Project. KBCM acted as Coordinating Lead Arranger, Joint Bookrunner, Collateral Agent, and Depositary Agent.

The Pleasant Valley Solar 2 is a 125 MW_AC/163 MW_DC utility-scale solar project. It is scheduled to achieve commercial operation in the second quarter of 2026 and will generate revenue under a 20-year busbar-settled power purchase agreement with Idaho Power.

This financing marks the second transaction between rPlus Energies and KBCM. In July 2024, KBCM successfully closed senior secured credit facilities for Green River Energy Center.

About rPlus Energies
Founded in 2018, rPlus Energies is an experienced solar, storage, and wind developer based in Salt Lake City, Utah, with a development pipeline of more than 15 gigawatts (GW). Since its establishment, rPlus Energies has successfully developed more than 1.4 GW of solar and wind projects across Utah and Idaho, all of which are either operational or under construction. rPlus Energies is backed by Sandbrook Capital, a private investment firm with more than $2.1 billion in equity commitments focused on investing in leading renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure platforms throughout North America and Europe, and the Gardner Group, a leading Salt Lake City-based full-service real estate developer with an expansive real estate portfolio consisting of 10+ million square feet of commercial and medical building space and 2,500 residential lots.

Cain Brothers, a division of KeyBanc Capital Markets, served as exclusive financial advisor to AdventHealth in its pending acquisition of ShorePoint Health Port Charlotte and certain assets of ShorePoint Health Punta Gorda from affiliates of Community Health Systems, Inc. (NYSE: CYH).

AdventHealth signed a definitive agreement to purchase 254-bed ShorePoint Health — Port Charlotte and certain assets of ShorePoint Health — Punta Gorda from affiliates of Community Health Systems, Inc. for $265 million. Based north of Fort Myers, Florida, ShorePoint Health also includes related businesses, such as physician clinic operations and outpatient services. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2025, subject to regulatory approvals and closing conditions.

AdventHealth is a connected system of care for every stage of life and health. A shared vision, common values, focus on whole-person health, and commitment to making communities healthier unify the system's hospital campuses in diverse regions throughout nine states. AdventHealth owns or manages 50 hospitals in nine states with reported consolidated revenues of $18.9 billion for the past 12 months ending September 30, 2024.

Community Health Systems, Inc. owns or leases 69 affiliated hospitals in 15 states, with more than 11,000 beds, and operates more than 1,000 sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgery centers. CHS reported consolidated revenues of $12.6 billion for the past twelve months ending September 30, 2024.

Cain Brothers, a division of KeyBanc Capital Markets, served as exclusive financial advisor to EmblemHealth in the sale of its subsidiary, WellSpark, to Vitality.

Cain Brothers was engaged by EmblemHealth to sell its wholly owned subsidiary, WellSpark, because of its long-standing relationship and employer health expertise. On November 19, Vitality announced the acquisition of WellSpark and its intention to integrate WellSpark’s coaching solutions, offering Vitality’s employer and health plan clients access to a range of new services and additional tools to support their health and well-being. 

WellSpark is a health coaching company and digital platform that provides wellness solutions to employers as part of their benefits offerings. Since its beginning in 2013, the company has helped its members live healthier and more fulfilling lives by providing human-to-human support, intervening early for chronic condition management, and breaking biopsychosocial barriers that prevent its members from making lasting change.

EmblemHealth is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health insurers, with more than 3 million members and an 80-year legacy of serving New York’s communities. The company offers a range of commercial and government-sponsored health plans to employers, individuals, and families, as well as convenient community resources. As a market leader in value-based care, EmblemHealth partners with top providers and hospitals to deliver quality, affordable care.

Guided by a core purpose of making people healthier, Vitality is the leader in improving health to unlock outcomes that matter. By blending industry-leading smart tech, data, AI, incentives, and behavioral science, Vitality inspires healthy changes in individuals and organizations. As one of the largest health and well-being companies in the world, Vitality brings a dynamic and diverse perspective through successful partnerships with the most forward-thinking insurers and employers.

More than 35 million people in 41 markets globally engage in the Vitality program.

On November 13, 2024, KeyBanc Capital Markets served as Co-Documentation Agent on a $1.5 billion Senior Secured Revolving Credit Facility for Magnolia Oil & Gas Operating, LLC. Proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes.

On November 12, 2024, KeyBanc Capital Markets served as Joint Bookrunner on a $400 million Senior Notes offering for Magnolia Oil & Gas Operating, LLC. Proceeds were for general corporate purposes.

On November 1, 2024, KeyBanc Capital Markets Inc. (KBCM) successfully closed on $1.23 billion in Senior Secured Credit Facilities to support Copia Power’s Centennial Flats utility-scale solar plus energy storage project. The financing includes a $898 million construction-to-term loan, a $257 million tax-credit bridge loan, and $74 million in letters of credit. Proceeds will be used to fund the project’s construction costs. KBCM acted as Coordinating Lead Arranger.

Centennial Flats is a 675 megawatt direct current (MW_DC)  solar + 1,068 megawatt hour (MWh) energy storage project in La Paz County, Arizona, and will interconnect to the California ISO-market. Developed with tier-1 equipment, Centennial Flats will be constructed in three phases beginning in Q4 2024, with commercial operations expected in Q3 2026. The project is expected to create more than 400 jobs during construction.     

This represents the third transaction between Copia Power and KBCM.

About Copia Power
Copia Power is a renewable energy infrastructure platform launched by The Carlyle Group (NASDAQ: CG) in March 2021. Created with the acquisition of Tenaska’s 6 gigawatt (GW) solar and energy storage pipeline, Copia Power's goal is to become a leading, integrated energy transition platform specializing in developing, owning, and operating giga-scale projects in select U.S. markets. The company is led by industry veterans with extensive shared experience in developing, commercializing, constructing, and operating more than 10 GW of renewable energy projects. Since its launch, Copia Power has built a robust 18+ GW development pipeline across the U.S. with an additional 1.5 GW of projects beginning construction in the past 12 months.

On November 6, 2024, KeyBanc Capital Markets (KBCM) successfully closed on a Senior Secured Credit Facility of up to $60 million, comprised solely of a construction-to-term loan facility. The proceeds will be used to fund projects associated with RPC Power, LLC, a joint venture between Riley Exploration Permian, Inc. and Conduit Power, LLC. RPC Power was formed in 2023 to construct, own and operate power generation assets. KBCM served as Coordinating Lead Arranger, Sole Bookrunner, Administrative Agent and Collateral Agent on the transaction.

RPC Power's initial scope was to use Riley Permian’s produced natural gas for a 20MW portfolio of generation assets which provide power for a portion of Riley’s operations in Yoakum County, Texas. RPC Power expanded its scope in 2024 to allow for the generation and sale of dispatchable power and related services to ERCOT, with plans for an additional 100MW of generation and battery energy storage systems across multiple facilities in West Texas.

Conduit Power, LLC provides customized full-service solutions to help commercial and industrial customers lower power procurement costs and improve the uptime and reliability of delivered power. Conduit's offering includes turnkey design, procurement, and construction of electrical infrastructure, ongoing operations and maintenance of equipment, power procurement and brokerage, and asset financing. Conduit's dispatchable power reduces its customers’ carbon footprint while enabling further integration of additional renewable generation into their systems. Conduit is actively developing multiple 100-200+ MW combined thermal generation and battery storage portfolios as well as behind-the-meter solutions.

Riley Permian (NYSE:REPX) is a growth-oriented energy company with operations in Texas and New Mexico. Riley focuses on applying modern horizontal drilling and completions techniques to oil-saturated and liquids-rich formations. Additionally, Riley invests in infrastructure projects such as electric power that it believes can optimize its operations and diversify its revenue mix.

Founded in 2013, Grey Rock is a private equity firm based in Dallas, Texas. Grey Rock invests across the energy value chain with private equity funds focusing on investments in natural resources, carbon capture, industrial electrification, and power optimization. Conduit represents one of Grey Rock’s first investments in its Net Zero Opportunities Fund.

KeyBank Community Development Lending & Investment provided $114.2 million in capital for the new construction of Hill View Heights, a 260-unit affordable housing project in San Antonio, Texas. All 260 units will serve families and individuals earning no more than 30% – 70% of the area median income (AMI).

Supportive services for residents will include an onsite food pantry stocked with non-perishable food and common household items, twice monthly recreational activities and onsite social events, and an annual health fair featuring local health care professionals. We want to thank Kittle Property Group for its sponsorship and shared mission to build much-needed affordable housing in Texas.

The financing includes a $54.5 million construction loan, $28.2 million in LIHTC equity, a $31.5 million permanent loan, and bond underwriting provided by Keybanc Capital Markets.

KeyBank Community Development Lending & Investment provided $38.5 million in capital for the new construction of Hooper Road Apartments, an 80-unit senior affordable housing project in Endicott, New York. All 80 units will serve senior citizens earning no more than 30% – 60% of the area median income (AMI).

Supportive services will be offered to residents and will include case management, recreation and socialization, independent living skills, wellness and nutrition, and financial assistance. We want to thank CDS Monarch, Inc. for its sponsorship and shared mission to build much-needed affordable housing in New York and thank CSD Housing for its partnership.

The financing includes a $22.6 million construction loan and $12 million in Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) equity and $3.9 million in State Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (SLIHC) equity.

KeyBank Community Development Lending & Investment, in partnership with Banner Bank, provided $21.3 million in construction loans for New Path II, a 96-unit permanent supportive housing project in Boise, Idaho. This 9% and 4% twinning Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) project will have 95 units, which will serve families and individuals who have or are experiencing homelessness and earning no more than 30% – 60% of the area median income (AMI).

Supportive services for residents will include case management, mental health/medical services, independent living skills, education, employment service, substance abuse and addiction services, and transportation. All units will be supported by project-based Section 8 assistance. We want to thank The Pacific Companies, The Richman Group, Banner Bank and the City of Boise for their commitment to the shared mission to build much-needed affordable housing in Idaho.  

The financing includes a $13.3 million 4% LIHTC construction loan and an $8 million 9% LIHTC construction loan.

KeyBank Community Development Lending & Investment provided a $10 million debt facility investment to Raza Development Fund, a national nonprofit CDFI. Founded in 1999, RDF is the largest Latino focused national CDFI and its mission is to invest capital and create financial solutions to build generational wealth for Latino and underserved families across the country. Since its inception, RDF has directly invested $1.5 billion in 38 states, leveraging over $6 billion in education, affordable housing, healthcare, social services, and social entrepreneurship. We want to thank the Raza Development Fund for its commitment and for making a difference in the community.

KeyBank Community Development Lending & Investment provided $93 million in capital for the new construction and permanent financing of Caravel Apartments, a 234-unit senior affordable housing project in Columbus, Ohio. All 234 units will serve senior citizens earning no more than 60% of the area median income (AMI). Supportive services will be offered to residents through a service coordinator who will provide guidance and linkage to community service providers, assistance with food resources, financial fitness workshops, and credit/budgeting counseling sessions. We want to thank Kittle Property Group for its sponsorship and shared mission to build much-needed affordable housing in Ohio.

The financing includes a $43.2 million construction loan, $23.7 million in LIHTC equity, a $26.1 million Fannie Mae MTEB, and $37.8 million in tax-exempt bonds underwritten by KeyBanc Capital Markets.

On October 24, 2024, KeyBanc Capital Markets Inc. (KBCM) closed $870 million in Senior Secured Credit Facilities supporting Greenbacker Renewable Energy Company’s (GREC) utility-scale solar project, Cider. The financing includes a $373 million construction-to-term loan, a $418 million tax-equity bridge loan, and $79 million in letters of credit. The funds will be used to fund the project’s construction costs. KBCM acted as Coordinating Lead Arranger, Administrative Agent, Collateral Agent, Depositary Agent, and Co-Documentation Agent.

Based in Genesee County, New York, the Cider solar project will generate a total of 674 megawatts direct current (MW_DC)/megwatt alternating current (MW_AC), making it the largest utility-scale solar farm in the state when completed. Expected to reach commercial operation in Q1 2027, the project is anticipated to power more than 120,000 homes. It has secured a 20-year contract with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA).

In addition to providing clean, affordable, renewable energy, Cider will deliver significant community benefits, including tax revenue for local governments and schools, funding for first responders and the public library, job creation, and support for local businesses.

This represents the 10th transaction between GREC and KBCM.

About Greenbacker Renewable Energy Company
Greenbacker Renewable Energy Company (GREC) is a publicly registered, non-traded limited liability company that acquires and manages income-generating renewable energy and other energy-related businesses. GREC’s portfolio is primarily comprised of wind, solar, and storage projects that sell power and renewable energy credits under long-term contracts to creditworthy counterparties such as utilities, municipalities, and corporations.

On October 7, 2024, KeyBanc Capital Markets Inc. (KBCM) successfully closed the syndication of new $1.15 billion Senior Secured Credit Facilities (the Credit Facilities) for Wilton Rancheria Gaming Authority, an unincorporated governmental instrumentality of Wilton Rancheria (the Tribe), which was established to develop, construct, and operate Sky River Casino (Sky River or the Casino). The Credit Facilities consist of a $200 million Revolver, $500 million Term Loan A, and $450 million Delayed Draw Term Loan. The Credit Facilities will be used to refinance existing indebtedness, finance the Phase II expansion of Sky River Casino, fund working capital and general corporate purposes, and pay transaction fees and expenses.

The project includes a new 300-room resort hotel, parking garage with more than 1,600 spaces, 400 additional slot machines, meeting space and event center, resort pool and spa, café, lobby bar, hotel room service, and atrium. KBCM acted as Joint Lead Arranger and Joint Bookrunner on the transaction.

About Wilton Rancheria 
Wilton Rancheria is a federally recognized sovereign Indian nation with more than 1,000 enrolled members. The Tribe occupies ~36 acres of trust land in Elk Grove, California, and was federally recognized in 2009, with its constitution being ratified in 2011.

About Sky River Casino
Sky River Casino is the closest gaming property to downtown Sacramento and offers a wide variety of gaming and non-gaming amenities and entertainment. The casino features 110,000 square feet of gaming space, 2,100 slot machines, 81 table games, and a high-limit area including a private VIP salon. Gaming at the Casino is complemented by 19 unique food and beverage options, including the Rock Bar, 32 Brews Street, and SR Prime. The Casino is managed by Boyd Gaming.

KeyBanc Capital Markets (KBCM) and Cain Brothers, a division of KBCM, successfully closed the syndication of $855 million in Senior Secured Credit Facilities in support of Viant Medical Holdings, a portfolio company of JLL Partners and Water Street Healthcare Partners. 

The Credit Facilities consist of a $100 million Revolving Credit Facility, a $680 million First Lien Term Loan, and a $75 million First Lien Delayed Draw Term Loan. Proceeds will be used to refinance existing indebtedness and to pay transaction-related fees and expenses. 

Viant is a contract manufacturing organization specializing in medical device components. The company offers a broad range of capabilities that supports global medical device original equipment manufacturers’ production of devices for diagnostic, orthopedic, surgical, and other applications.

JLL Partners is a New York–based middle market private equity firm specializing in healthcare, industrials, and business services. Since being founded in 1988, JLL Partners has raised $5.8 billion across eight funds, working to accelerate growth and elevate its portfolio companies through organic growth initiatives, operational enhancements, and strategic M&A.

Founded in 2005, Water Street Healthcare Partners is a private equity firm focused exclusively on the healthcare industry. The Sponsor has ~$7.5 billion in AUM and is investing out of its fifth fund. Water Street is currently an investor in 21 healthcare companies across numerous healthcare subsectors.

Cain Brothers, a division of KeyBanc Capital Markets, served as the exclusive financial advisor to ProductLife Group on its acquisition of Halloran Consulting Group. 

Cain Brothers was engaged to serve as PLG’s exclusive financial advisor based on its deep experience across the regulatory and compliance consulting space and the broader pharma services continuum. Halloran represents PLG’s second acquisition in North America, a primary focus for the company, as it expands beyond Europe.

ProductLife Group’s mission is to support patient access to safe and effective healthcare solutions by delivering worldwide consulting and outsourcing services through the entire product life. Combining local expertise with global reach spanning more than 150 countries, PLG is the Life Sciences Industry reference strategic partner for the development, market introduction, and life cycle management of product portfolios, and the related business and digital transformation. With a goal of continuously improving the value delivered to teams and clients, PLG is committed to long-term partnership, innovation, flexibility, and cost efficiency.

Founded in 1998 by Laurie Halloran, Halloran is known as one of the largest specialty regulatory agencies of its kind, which allows for a differentiated proposition with an end-to-end solution that is strategic and tactical, all while retaining flexibility that meets every client’s needs. The team of 100 consultants supports sponsors from their first regulatory filing through commercialization.