ROCHESTER, N.Y— CPL, a nationally recognized architecture, engineering and planning firm, has announced a strategic capital partnership with GHK Capital Partners LP aimed at accelerating the firm’s growth and advancing its Vision 2030 strategy.
The partnership marks a significant milestone for CPL as it continues its evolution into a national strategic leader in the architecture and engineering (A&E) industry. The investment is designed to expand the firm’s capabilities, increase capacity and support long-term growth initiatives amid rising demand for integrated, large-scale project delivery.
Founded in 1975, CPL has grown into a 450-person, multi-disciplinary firm with offices in 19 cities across five states. The firm specializes in healthcare, transportation, municipal and academic sectors, providing architecture, interior design, civil and structural engineering, planning, landscape architecture and 3D/virtual design services to public and private clients.
Chairman and CEO Todd Liebert said the partnership reflects a shared commitment to disciplined, long-term growth. “They understand our business, respect our culture, and share our belief that long-term success comes from investing in people, strengthening capabilities, and serving clients well,” Liebert said of GHK. He added that the collaboration positions CPL to grow with purpose while continuing to deliver high-quality work.
Under the agreement, CPL’s existing leadership team will maintain control of the firm’s strategy and day-to-day operations.
Gilbert Klemann, founder and managing partner of GHK, described CPL as a trusted advisor to asset owners managing complex, multi-site facility networks. He said the firm’s strong foundation and entrepreneurial culture make it well-positioned for continued expansion, adding that GHK looks forward to supporting CPL’s leadership in executing its long-term vision.
The capital partnership underscores CPL’s intent to proactively invest in talent, technology and expanded service offerings as it enters its next phase of national growth.
