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Laying the Foundation: The Exscape Designs Growth Story

From local leader to platform pioneer — how Exscape Designs became the engine of a new acquisition-driven growth model.
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Overview

When Exscape Designs, one of Northeast Ohio’s most respected landscape firms, partnered with BHMS Investments to form Exscape Group, it wasn’t just a successful exit.

It was the launch of a visionary coalition purpose-built to unify, scale, and support the region’s top-performing landscape companies, starting with the brand that had already proven what excellence looks like.

The Background

Founded by industry leader Bill Dysert, Exscape Designs spent two decades building its name as a high-touch, high-performing landscape partner to both residential and commercial clients across Northeast Ohio. The company was known for:

  • A full-service model: design, build, maintenance, snow, pools, and more
  • Award-winning craftsmanship and customer service
  • Clear processes, weekly communication, and long-term relationships
  • A stable team of landscape experts with an average tenure of 5+ years

With an established footprint in Novelty, OH, and surrounding counties like Geauga, Cuyahoga, and Summit, Exscape Designs was ready for its next chapter: scaling up, without losing what made it special.

The Challenge

Like many successful owners, Dysert faced a crossroads:

  • How do you grow without burning out or compromising your company’s culture?
  • How do you retain your values while accessing the resources you need to scale?
  • And how do you create wealth, impact, and opportunity — not just for yourself, but for your team?

The answer wasn’t to sell and step away. It was to partner and build something bigger.

The Solution

A New Chapter With Exscape Group

In 2025, Exscape Designs became the founding brand of Exscape Group, a Private Investment-backed landscape company designed specifically for owner-led firms that want to grow with intention. Through its partnership with BHMS Investments, the business gained access to:

  • Centralized operations: marketing, HR, recruiting, finance, legal, and more
  • Growth capital to scale smartly and sustainably
  • Peer alignment with fellow founders who shared similar standards and goals
  • A parent company that honors what makes each business unique 

The transition allowed Exscape Designs to remain customer-facing and community-rooted, now operating as “Exscape Designs, A Partner of Exscape Group”, while unlocking the backend horsepower of a full-scale coalition.

Since joining forces under the Exscape Group umbrella, Exscape Designs has:

  • With day-to-day operations supported by group services, Dysert and his team have doubled down on culture, client experience, and long-term growth, operating more consistently in their zone of excellence.
  • The business continues to operate under the trusted Exscape Designs name during the early phases, with phased co-branding as the company grows.
  • The group’s reputation and resources have made hiring, from foremen to leadership, faster and more competitive.
  • By leveraging shared systems, group purchasing power, and operational best practices, the business has streamlined costs while increasing quality.
  • With a meaningful equity position in Exscape Group, the team benefits from every new acquisition and expansion across the Midwest.
  • Centralized support has streamlined admin work, freeing up the team to focus on clients and performance.
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Comprehensive Maintenance Services
Lawn care, pruning, bed maintenance, snow removal, and seasonal clean-ups for commercial and residential properties.
Landscape Design & Installation
Enhancements, renovations, and installations that elevate curb appeal and long-term property value.
Horticultural Expertise
A deep bench of plant, soil, and seasonal knowledge guides every service plan and site execution.
Client-Centered Support
Hands-on account management, fast response times, and proactive recommendations that keep properties performing at their best.
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Proudly Serving Northern Ohio

Headquartered in Sheffield, OH, Green Impressions supports properties across:

  • Sheffield, OH 
  • Painesville, OH
  • Surrounding Northern Ohio markets

Green Impressions continues to lead with integrity, performance, and pride in its work, representing exactly what Exscape Group looks for in its partners.

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Looking Ahead

The transition ensured trusted vendor and subcontractor relationships remained intact, supporting seamless service delivery and long-standing field partnerships.

Exscape Designs remains the model for what’s possible, proof that you don’t have to sacrifice your culture, reputation, or autonomy to grow. You just need the right partner.

"We knew we had built something special, and we wanted to take it further. Exscape Group gave us the tools, the team, and the vision to scale the right way."

 — Bill Dysert, CEO of Exscape Group

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Our Core Offerings

  • Strategic Acquisitions
  • Centralized Back-Office Operations
  • Growth & Market Expansion Support
  • Operational and Financial Optimization
  • Seller Transition and Equity Rollover Options
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Our Process

A Smoother Path to Growth & Transition

01.

Connect & Explore Strategic Fit

We listen and understand what a "win-win" outcome looks like for you.

02.

Due Diligence & Deal Structuring

Financial review, LOI preparation, and transition planning, typically within 60-90 days.

03.

Integration & Shared Success

You join a platform designed to grow your legacy, empower your people, and expand your impact.

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If you’ve built a business with strong roots, a loyal team, and a reputation for quality, Exscape Group might be the partner to help you scale your legacy.