INDIANAPOLIS — AFM Capital Partners, a private investment firm that specializes in middle-market companies in key sectors such as consumer goods, announced the acquisition of Smart Mouth Pizza.

“Smart Mouth boasts a highly skilled and experienced management team, coupled with a strong, customer-focused culture,” said Mark McTigue, president and founding partner of AFM Capital. “With a solid foundation of client relationships built over the last two decades, Smart Mouth is well-positioned for continued expansion. We see immense potential for the business and are committed to leveraging our expertise to enhance its competitive edge, broaden its product offerings, and drive further growth and market success.”

Smart Mouth is a branded foodservice program provider of pizza to schools nationwide, offering an array of complementary toppings.

“AFM Capital is an ideal partner as we embark on the next chapter of our growth journey,” said Tom Willingham, CEO of Smart Mouth. “Over the years, we have significantly expanded our capabilities and product offerings to better serve the K-12 education market. We are confident that this collaboration will position us to become the leading player in our industry. Our commitment to exceptional customer service, continuous improvement and employee development has been key to our success so far and will continue to shape our future.”

By blending high-quality ingredients with input from schools, the company promotes healthy options, enhances student engagement and improves schools’ return on investment while feeding more kids.