Wind Point Partners to Acquire The Hiller Companies
Wind Point to invest in fire and life safety services provider focused on specialty end markets
Chicago, Ill., January 15th, 2026 – Wind Point Partners (“Wind Point”), a Chicago-based private equity firm, is pleased to announce it signed a definitive agreement to partner with The Hiller Companies (“Hiller” or the “Company”). Founded in 1919, Hiller provides essential fire and life safety services for clients operating high cost of failure environments within the commercial, industrial and marine sectors. Hiller’s team of over 1,900 employees operating across more than 45 branch locations provide full-service fire and life safety capabilities including testing and inspection, repair and maintenance, design and engineering and complex installations and retrofits.
Wind Point is partnering with Hiller management, led by CEO Santiago Perez. Under Santiago’s leadership, Hiller has grown by focusing on exceeding customer expectations, expanding their service footprint, and acquiring more than 20 companies over the last three years. Wind Point and Hiller plan to accelerate this growth through both organic initiatives and strategic acquisitions, focusing on expanding services and capabilities in key markets.
“We are excited to partner with Wind Point,” stated Mr. Perez. “From the outset, it was clear that Wind Point is highly aligned with our strategy and shares our long-term commitment to our employees and customers. Wind Point has meaningful experience with similar branch-based business models, and this partnership enhances our ability to invest in the business, expand our capabilities and accelerate Hiller’s next stage of growth.”
“We are thrilled to partner with Santiago and the entire Hiller team,” commented Clayton Finley, Principal with Wind Point. “Hiller has built a well-positioned platform with a strong culture and differentiated position in mission-critical end markets. We look forward to supporting the team as we collectively accelerate growth while preserving what makes the business special.”
Wind Point evaluated Hiller in partnership with Bob Chauvin, who will continue to serve as Chair of the Company’s Board of Directors. Mr. Chauvin is a member of Wind Point’s Executive Advisor Partner (“EAP”) program and served on the Board of Hiller under its prior ownership. Mr. Chauvin brings a wealth of expertise in the fire and life safety sector, previously serving as President of Tyco SimplexGrinnell, a $2.3 billion fire protection services provider. Mr. Chauvin is also currently Board Chair of Wind Point portfolio companies, Pavion and Envera.
“Hiller is a differentiated leader in the fire protection industry with a strong position in mission-critical end markets,” stated Nathan Brown, Managing Director with Wind Point. “The Company’s service-led model and depth of talent provide a strong foundation for continued transformation as the platform scales. We are excited to support Santiago and the entire team as they invest in the people, processes, and capabilities to drive Hiller’s long-term vision.”
Wind Point is an active investor in the facility services sector, with select investments including Pavion, Enviromatic Systems, Envera, United Uptime and Smart Care.
Winston and Strawn LLP served as legal counsel to Wind Point and KPMG LLP provided transaction advisory services. Robert W. Baird and Harris Williams advised Hiller in connection with the transaction.