How to retain top layer group style when turning sublayers into separate top layers

I have a logo that needs 12 separate top layers for animation in AE.

Currently, the logo consists of 2 top layer groups that each hold 12 sub-layers, for a total of 24 sub-layers.  Each top layer has a style applied that evenly distributes over its 12 child sub-layers (one top layer group style is a gradient, the other top layer group effect is a SVG blur).

I need to pair the 24 sub-layers from each group to make 12 separate top layers (one gradient sub-layer pairs with one blur sub-layer).  What I can't figure out is how to retain the distribution style that the current top layer groups provide as I pair sub-layers & make them 12 separate top layers.

When I try, I lose my current top layer group style.  If I reapply the gradient to the new top layer, the distribution of the gradient is now focused on new top layer's artwork.  I need it to retain the distribution style it had when it was a sub-layer.

I hope I explained this well enough & someone knows how?  Or knows a better way to accomplish this?