Chesapeake Corporate Advisors Serves as Exclusive Financial Advisor
Baltimore, MD – June 3, 2025 – Chesapeake Corporate Advisors (“CCA”) is pleased to announce it has served as the exclusive financial advisor to Valley Lighting, LLC (“Valley” or “the Company”), a lighting and shading distributor, in its sale to Caymus Equity Partners, a leading private equity firm that partners with founders and management teams of lower-middle market companies.
Located in Linthicum, Maryland, Valley is a leading provider of lighting and shading solutions, supporting electrical and general contractors through intricate, multi-stage projects across the Mid-Atlantic. With a focus on delivering top-tier customer support through a proprietary project management process, Valley offers solutions that drive high-quality outcomes.
Valley CEO Kathy Deppe, who will continue to lead operations, commented, “This was an incredibly important process for Valley and our entire team, and CCA’s guidance and advice throughout were instrumental in successfully executing the transaction. Their efforts delivered results that exceeded our expectations, allowing us to evaluate a range of options and choose the right partner. We are truly grateful to have had the right team by our side.”
Tim Brasel, Managing Director at CCA, added, “CCA was honored to have the opportunity to work with Valley in finding the optimal outcome and the right partnership to lead the business into its next stage of growth. We are excited for Valley as it enters its next chapter in its partnership with Caymus, and we congratulate the team on this important transition.”
In addition to Mr. Brasel, CCA’s investment banking team on this transaction included Director Katie Kieran and Associate Kevin Afriyie. Miles & Stockbridge served as legal counsel to Valley.
About Valley Lighting, LLC
Founded in 1965 as a lighting distributor, Valley expanded its offerings in 2003 to include shading products and services. The Company supports a network of lighting designers, architects, electrical and general contractors, real estate developers, and property managers in delivering commercial and industrial projects across diverse, high-growth end markets. Valley is known for its exceptional customer service and project management, driven by a team averaging ~40 years of industry experience. This commitment has earned Valley a strong reputation and long-standing relationships throughout the industry.
About Caymus Equity Partners
Caymus Equity Partners is a leading private equity firm founded in 2001, with offices in Atlanta and New York. The firm focuses on control investments in the lower middle market, targeting profitable businesses with significant growth potential. Caymus partners with owners and management teams seeking a value-added investor to help accelerate growth. These partnerships share similar culture, values, and strategic goals, forming the basis for long-term, sustainable value creation. Caymus works closely with management to develop and refine strategy, while empowering operators to lead day-to-day execution.
About Chesapeake Corporate Advisors
Chesapeake Corporate Advisors is a boutique investment banking and corporate advisory firm providing strategic advisory services (value creation) and investment banking services (value realization) to companies in the lower middle market. For more information, visit www.ccabalt.com or call 410.537.5988.
