We are an executive-led search and acquisition fund backed by Novastone Capital Advisors (NCA). Together, we are aiming to acquire SMEs in Canada, specifically within the logistics, fulfillment, last mile, or tech sectors. Fund founded and led by Abed Shaheen, former CEO of InfoFort, an acquired SME, who led the company from its early stages to an industry leader in 14 countries and its 10X exit to Iron Mountain through scale, growth, geographical expansion, and M&A.
I am an individual investor (search fund) with extensive experience managing growth and operations with businesses in industrials (HVAC) and ecommerce. I have an MBA from Harvard Business School and great financial backing from experiences and sophisticated investors.
The Hearth Fund is a private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. We partner with exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth. Post acquisition, we work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.
Karma Search Capital Partners is actively seeking to acquire small to medium-sized businesses with the intention of integrating with your existing management team and operating them for the long term. Our efforts are bolstered by the support of accomplished entrepreneurs and world-class investors who possess extensive experience in investing in, nurturing, and running successful companies.If you are a business owner who is considering life beyond your company, it is crucial to have a reliable partner who can safeguard what you have built. At Karma Search Capital Partners, we are dedicated to…
Upper Valley Partners is a search fund, an entrepreneurial investment partnership formed to identify, acquire, operate, and grow a single business in the United States. We’re different from traditional investors; while we have the backing of institutions, Upper Valley Partners is founded and led by entrepreneur Ray Rudianto. Ray brings with him unique experiences from growing up around family business, practical skills from the foundational business training he’s received (ex-Bain, operating experience at fintech, HBS), and most importantly differentiated perspectives on leadership…
Alex Ovshey is a private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. We partner with exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth. Post acquisition, we work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.
Wren Enterprises is a values-driven company dedicated to the acquisition, operation, and growth of resilient, customer-focused businesses primarily in the home services sector. Based in Dallas, Texas and operating across the Southwest, we offer small business owners a succession solution that ensures their mission thrives and their legacy lives on. Learn more at: www.wrenenterprises.com.
Shore Valley Capital is a private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. We partner with exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth. Post acquisition, we work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.
John Edward has spent the last 10 years working in roles of increasing responsibility at private equity backed ventures. He has experience across the board in accounting, treasury, M&A, finance, commercial, business development. He most recently served on the leadership team at Cureton Midstream, backed by Tailwater Capital, where he led the BD and commercial teams and oversaw ~$100MM of closed acquisitions as well as the ultimate sale to Williams in December of 2023 for ~$550MM. Prior to Cureton he spent 5 years at EagleClaw Midstream where he participated in tremendous growth of $12MM of…
Wilkinson Capital is a UK-based private investment firm specializing in the SME sector. We would like to partner with exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth. Post-acquisition, we plan to work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.Our key target sectors are Engineering, Manufacturing, and Healthcare. We are interested in acquiring businesses in the UK and North America with EBITDA between $1m to $10m.We pride ourselves on our ability to build bespoke acquisition packages for target companies that are not only financially generous…
Hillcreek Capital is a private investment firm formed to identify, acquire, and operate a single company. We offer business owners a very different succession option from private equity firms and strategic competitors. With our focus solely on the long-term growth and success of the acquired business, owners can exit with the comfort of knowing that the business and its employees are in the capable hands of a motivated team that will continue to build on the previous owner's accomplishments.Austin Yates is the founder and managing partner of Hillcreek Capital. Growing up working in small…
**Investor support letters available upon request** Alex is committed to identifying, acquiring, and operating a high-quality company in North America. Alex founded Dedicated Capital to accomplish this goal. Dedicated Capital is backed by a diverse group of experienced investors. Beyond financial resources, each investor has been selected for their expertise in acquiring, operating, and growing small and medium-sized businesses. As entrepreneurs themselves, Alex’s investors are aligned with his thesis of responsible ownership through the preservation of legacy, employee wellbeing, and…
We are a group of investors, operators, and partners who call Tampa home. As transplants who have fallen in love with this community and put down roots here, we want to help established Tampa Bay businesses reach their full potential. Our team brings decades of combined experience running, advising, and growing successful service companies. We understand the opportunities and challenges that come with taking a business to the next stage. Now we aim to partner with current owners to provide the capital, expertise, and mentorship needed to professionalize operations, expand offerings, and…
I’m an independent investor actively seeking to acquire an existing high-performing business in South Florida, with earnings between $500k to $2.0mm. For businesses at the lower end of the spectrum, I would prefer to see some opportunities for roll-ups or significant growth potential. I'm excluding food/beverage and retail sectors from my search and have a preference for Palm Beach and Broward Counties, although Miami and Martin County are also within my search radius. In addition to being able to contribute a significant portion of equity personally, I have access to a network of contacts…
MSB Capital is a privately-held investment firm organized to acquire and operate an established privately-held business in North America with annual revenues between $10-$50 million. We aim to provide a meaningful exit alternative for business owners who care about the legacy of the business they have created. The fund is launched in partnership with Novastone Capital Advisors as part of their Entrepreneurship through Acquisition Program (ETA). We are a group of professional entrepreneur-operators backed by high-net worth individuals, entrepreneur-turned investors and consortium of…
NCA SF066 LLC is a pioneering search fund in the United States within the scope of the ETA program run by Novastone Capital Advisors (NCA). NCA SF066 has the mandate to identify, acquire and operate an existing privately held small to medium sized enterprise in the chemical sector.
Everblue LLC is located in Atlanta, GA. We are currently seeking our 1st small business acquisition. We are specifically interested in family owned businesses with a long history of success, stable profits, and sustained growth. We hope to build upon the success of the previous owner and discover new pathways for growth.
Search entity for part-time, self-funded search. The goal of Drystone Group is to identify and acquire a small business in the next 24 months. We operate out of Chicago, IL.
Heleloa Group was formed to acquire and steward a business with roots in the Pacific for decades to come. If you’re interested in moving on to the next chapter of your business, we’d love to talk.
Redwoods Equity is a self-funded search focused on purchasing a profitable small business to preserve, operate and grow for the long term. Louis Lo, the founder of Redwoods Equity, is advised by entrepreneurs, executives, and investors who have bought, operated, and grown businesses in several industries. ) Louis led teams of software engineers, designers, and data scientists to build and optimize several businesses. At Target Corp he managed the supply chain for the $200m digital camera businesses.