Independent MSP IPC Celebrates 20 Years Amid Private Equity Surge

IP Consulting, a Grand Rapids-based managed service provider, is celebrating its 20-year milestone as a privately held and founder-led company. The North American MSP market saw 466 private equity-backed acquisitions in 2025, a 20% jump over 2024, with disclosed deal value exceeding $4.3 billion. IPC has grown to a team of 20 serving over 100 clients across 10 industries, with a 98% client retention rate and revenue up more than 500% since 2006. The company operates in sectors with high downtime and data exposure consequences, including municipal governments, public utilities, healthcare, and federal contractors. IPC is a CMMC Registered Practitioner Organization, preparing defense contractors for federal cybersecurity requirements.