KidsChoice, an Oklahoma-based organization that provides autism and pediatric therapy services, announced it received a majority investment from Aquitaine Capital, a women-owned private equity firm. The investment is intended to support KidsChoice's expansion within Oklahoma and into additional markets, while also strengthening clinical operations and infrastructure. Financial terms of the investment were not disclosed.

KidsChoice provides children and families with clinic-based services, including applied behavior analysis, speech therapy, and occupational therapy. Going forward, the organization plans to open additional clinic locations, pursue acquisitions, and expand its therapy offerings.

As part of the transaction, KidsChoice announced several . . .

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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