Berg Enterprises, Inc. (BEI) has announced a significant milestone with the closing of a $2.5 million financing round led by Antina Capital, marking a pivotal moment in their 50-year journey. This funding, structured through a combination of private debt and equity, is set to bolster BEI’s strategic investments and workforce expansion across critical geographies pivotal to national infrastructure projects over the next decade.
Tyler Johnston, CEO of Berg Enterprises, expressed optimism about the future prospects enabled by this partnership. “This capital will allow us to make targeted investments and scale our workforce in key geographies important to Uncle Sam over the next 10 years,” Johnston noted. “Antina has been an incredible partner at critical periods of our growth, and we are humbled by their continued support.”
Founded in 1974 by Dick Berg, BEI remains steadfast in its commitment to craftsmanship and innovation within the mechanical and plumbing systems industry across the American Southwest. Celebrating half a century of excellence, BEI’s portfolio includes prestigious projects such as the Belgium F-35 Hangar at Luke Air Force Base, school expansions within the Tohono Oʼodham Nation, and renovations at the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park.
Antina Capital, renowned for its investments in infrastructure and energy sectors, views its collaboration with BEI as integral to advancing regional development initiatives. “We own land and assets across Texas and Arizona,” explained Ashley Watt of Antina Capital. “The synergy between Antina and BEI underscores our commitment to supporting builders who share our vision for sustainable growth in critical sectors.”
In addition to their commercial ventures, Antina Capital holds significant real estate and energy assets, including a substantial solar development project in Texas. The partnership with BEI reflects a shared commitment to innovation and resilience, particularly in environments crucial to national security and commercial prosperity.
Tyler Johnston and Ashley Watt, both former Marines, are driven by a shared ethos of service and innovation. “We believe in innovating to better support infrastructure that serves the warfighter in challenging environments,” Johnston emphasized. “This mission resonates deeply with our commitment to enhancing both federal and commercial development across our operational regions.”
BEI, a family-owned business, specializes in turnkey mechanical, plumbing, and pipefitting services, providing comprehensive solutions from site analysis and engineering to installation and ongoing maintenance across select federal and commercial markets.
Antina Capital, headquartered in Houston, TX, operates as a single family office with a strategic focus on investments in land, energy, and infrastructure sectors. The partnership with BEI underscores Antina’s dedication to fostering sustainable growth and resilience in critical industries.
