We are a firm with experience in healthcare and technology. We are seeking businesses that have strong sustainable cash flows, light capex needs, operate in a fragmented market that has strong tailwinds, and have a strong sustainable competitive advantage. We are a team of Wharton MBAs, who are interested in buying and operating small to mid-sized businesses in the U.S.
I am a current business owner that has hired management to operate the company. I acquired my current business in 2018 and grew sales 84% in 4 years. I implemented new technology, marketing, and streamlined operations to support the growth. I am actively seeking to acquire an additional business in the $1MM to $4MM range with financing or a limited partner.
Frog Rock Holdings is a boutique investment vehicle focused on driving growth in small businesses. We leverage the extensive experience of our primary founder and team of partners/advisors to identify undervalued ventures with high potential, and execute profitable growth strategies while preserving legacy for exiting founders. Our focus is on businesses generating between $1m and $10m EBITDA.
Mark Cuthbert, the owner of JTEN Companies LLC, is an individual investor looking full-time for a company to own and operate. Mark has over 20 years of experience including 7 years as a senior executive at a Fortune 100 company. He has experience in sourcing and executing M&A as well as leading large organizations (budget of ~$0.5B and hundreds of employees). Mark will bring his personal net worth and, as needed, capital partners to provide the equity needed to execute a deal.
Alpha Mills 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.
Hartman Search 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.
Tiger Lily Holdings is an independent sponsor looking to acquire businesses in Californiathat have durable profits, >20% EBITDA margins and reasonable growth opportunity.
Red Oak Ventures is a private investment firm focused on making a small to medium-sized acquisition. Our aim is to partner with an exceptional company seeking the next stage of growth. Post-acquisition, we plan on working closely with the company to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.
We make private investments with a long-term approach and apply operations expertise.Our self-funded model leads to a sustainable business philosophy. We aim to partner withbusiness owners who prefer a family-oriented team with boots-on-the-ground experience to continue and grow their legacy.
I am a self-funded searcher actively seeking acquisitions. My professional background includes more than a decade in investment banking and software executive leadership.
Carter is a seasoned entrepreneur, having spent the last 23 years scaling SMBs, she's raised multiple rounds of funding, and overseen an IPO with a valuation of $250 million. Now, as a Consultant and Operating Partner at a Venture Capital firm, she leverages her experience to help founders drive sustainable revenue growth. She is now looking to purchase her own business with her husband.
We are experienced executives consulting with and investing in companies primarily in the automotive, insurance, and finance sectors. We take minority interests in early stage companies and are also looking for a change of control transaction involving a more mature company. Such a company would have proven sales and marketing processes and would benefit from our operational expertise and experience operating highly-regulated entities.
Fulton Equity [www.FultonEquity.com] is a Cleveland, OH-based holding company that invests in lower middle market businesses. We use a long-term, growth oriented approach that may be perfect for those owners who are searching for a liquidity event, but still care deeply about the long-term positioning of their company, employees, as well as their legacy.Our deal parameters are:EBITDA range: $500,000 minimumEBITDA percentage: minimum 15%Geography: Cleveland, OH. Other markets considered: Atlanta, Charlotte, Raleigh, HoustonIndustries of interestIndustrialValue-added distributionLight or niche…
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Zeronox, Inc.
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HandiCraft, Inc. (as part of LEFCO Worthington, LLC)
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Hanlon Composites, LLC
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Joint Venture with Worthington Steelpac, Inc. (formed LEFCO Worthington, LLC)
Dale Creek Holdings is a private investment firm focused on small to medium-sized acquisitions. We invest in and acquire businesses in the SMB and lower middle market spaces. We generally focus on online businesses, service-based businesses, digital assets, and commercial real estate, but are opportunistic and look at great businesses in all industries within our target EBITDA/SDE ranges.
Paul Sanar Ventures Company is focused on technology and cloud investments. We are hybrid Investment Fund that has been investing for over 15 years in cloud-based technologies. We help fund from seed to IPO, and we are currently focused on the lower middle market.Our managing partner Paul Sanar has 18 years of experience in M&A.
Camp Lake Capital (“CLC”) is a Chicago-based private investment firm focused on acquiring and growing lower middle-market industrial businesses for the long-term. We seek to partner with leading industrial companies led by best-in-class management teams who desire to grow with and participate in the ownership of the business. In addition to providing capital, CLC also offers a network of operating resources who can assist with growth and operational improvement in a variety of ways, from new customer relationships and strengthening market share to increasing operating margins and sourcing…
Growing up in a self-employed family, I developed a passion for business and entrepreneurship from an early age. After earning my degree, I spent over a decade with a leading Canadian distribution company, where I gained extensive experience in real-world business operations, sales, and market development. During that time, I also began investing in real estate through fix-and-flip projects and long-term rental properties.After a successful corporate career, I transitioned into entrepreneurship full-time by joining and helping scale my family’s construction business. Over seven years, we…
Brent is a seasoned entrepreneur with a proven track record of founding three businesses, acquiring two, and successfully exiting two. His expertise spans multiple industries, including food (B2C, B2B, co-packing, and private label), manufacturing (product design, sales, and marketing), and business services. Most recently, Brent achieved an 8-figure exit in the business services sector. He is now seeking a company to acquire and grow for the long term. Ideally, this company will be based in the Midwest, have a solid history of profitability, and operate within the specialty distribution,…
Experienced serial entrepreneur with a diverse skill set spanning from Oil & Gas, Real Estate, Breweries, Fitness, and Hospitality industries, showcasing a versatile skill set in business development and management across various sectors.
Growthworks Capital invests in growth-oriented, lower-middle market companies. We have a proven track record of closing investments and partnering with leadership teams to build companies of lasting value.
