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Jamey Bennett

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Experienced operator seeking a middle market consumer products brand to buy and operate. Ideal profile is an established brand with room to improve in digital marketing, DTC, Amazon, or retail distribution via national accounts.

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• Mar 2026 Acquired Confidential Company

Cherry Tree Capital

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Cherry Tree was founded by one entrepreneur with one sole purpose: to acquire and operate one great business in New England. I am a passionate, self-funded entrepreneur looking to work with a business owner who wants to transition their business into caring hands. I built my career in healthcare and life sciences, holding roles in operations, product management, business development, and strategy consulting. I also worked in my family's business which distributes a wide range of food packaging products. After completing my MBA, I decided to focus my career on owning and operating my own…

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• Apr 2022 Acquired Confidential Company

Kaizen X Capital

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Kaizen X Capital is an entrepreneur-led investment fund dedicated to acquiring, operating, and growing B2B services businesses in the United States. With a focus on long-term growth, the company targets strategic acquisitions and operational excellence to enhance the value of its investments. Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Kaizen X Capital is committed to leading businesses with integrity and fostering sustainable development within the B2B sector.

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Harborwell Capital

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Hi there! Until 2024, I was a Managing Director at a $70B AUM platform. I focused on control buyouts of business services, tech services, and consumer companies and sat on 5 Boards. I'm excited to work with high-potential businesses who want an engaged partner to help drive the next phase of growth.

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North Canal Ventures

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We partner with owners seeking to sell their business and preserve their legacy by transitioning their business to an entrepreneurial team that shares their values. We are experienced business operators with a track record of successfully completing transactions and scaling businesses.

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Ripe Capital

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I'm a Boston-based operator and entrepreneur, dedicated full-time to finding, acquiring, and running a small business in New England.Over the past decade I've worked in software and technology, from early-stage startups to $100M+ organizations. My roles spanned general management, sales and business development, strategy, and M&A — with hands-on experience running teams, owning P&Ls, and growing revenue. I hold a BBA from Emory University.In Ripe Capital's first iteration, I acquired a small business in late 2020 and later successfully exited. A lot has changed in 5 years —…

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Twelve Twelve AG

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Plan to deploy capital across the SMB space. Focused on companies in home care services and healthcare. Plan to operate and hold for an extended period. Based in Boston and open to opportunities across the New England area.

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Fells View Capital

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We're a privately held search fund with committed capital and an entrepreneurial mindset. Chris and his team of investors are committed to helping business owners exit their businesses while maximizing their value and ensuring continued success. Let's build a mutually beneficial partnership that takes your business to the next level.

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Luke Daniels

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Current Role: Manager @ Deloitte Consulting; Owner of Premium CPG Company with $100K ARREducation: MBA Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth Capital: Individual buyer with access to institutional capital Focus: Consumer Retail & E-Commerce; Manufacturing; ServicesCriteria: $100k - $1.5M EBITDA; stable historical margins; defensible moats and barriers to entry

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New Frontier Enterprises

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New Frontier Enterprises is a traditional search fund that targets to acquire one business with strong fundamentals in need of an exit solution. We will give the seller a quick and hassle-free exit while preserving the seller's legacy.

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Open Water Group

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I am a new self funded searcher based in the Boston area, and spent 13 years in commercial real estate in NYC. Additional detail on my search criteria:Focusing on businesses in the ~$1M EBITDA range Businesses located in the northeast Not looking for a "lifestyle" business; focusing on businesses that have an ability to achieve large scale via organic growth and/or M&A. I plan to actively work in and on the business Preference for non discretionary businesses but not a strict requirementPreference for recurring business but not a strict requirementPreference for higher barrier to entry…

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Blue Haven Equity

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Blue Haven Equity is a Boston-based sponsored search fund led by a former Navy officer and backed by experienced investors. We are focused on acquiring a marine or maritime services company with $2–8M EBITDA. Our investment criteria emphasize resilient recurring revenue, service-oriented models, and mission-critical operations in the maritime ecosystem. We bring long-term capital, operating experience, and a commitment to preserving legacy and supporting employees through the next phase of growth.

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Ashu Kurahatti

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I'm an operator with close to a decade of experience leading large, complex energy infrastructure projects across the U.S., now focused on acquiring and growing a stable, operations-driven small business in New England. I bring a strong track record in managing teams, budgets, and mission-critical projects, with a hands-on leadership style and a focus on process improvement, customer satisfaction, and long-term value creation. I’m pursuing a long-term acquisition where I can step in as an owner-operator, retain the team, and continue building on the seller’s legacy.

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Echoroot LLC

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I am seeking to acquire a founder-led B2B data or research services firm in the US or Canada. My target criteria include $1–3M in revenue, EBITDA margins of at least 15–20%. I intend to act as a long-term steward of the business for the foreseeable future.

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Franklin Tree Partners

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Acquiring and permanently operating one established, profitable business in the Greater Boston area. Attributes of companies we like are as follows:Industries: Food Service Infrastructure; Light Manufacturing; Water ServicesRevenue: $3M - $10MEBITDA: $750K - $1.5MEBITDA Margin: >18%More about the Founder: Chris received his MBA from HBS after working at Clorox in R&D where he worked closely with plants and copackers to launch new product, improving efficiency, and increasing capacity while handling disruptions during the pandemic. Following business school Chris worked in strategy and…

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Beckett Legacy

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I am a former Marine Captain and recent Harvard MBA grad looking to own and operate one blue-collar services or manufacturing business in the Boston area for the long-term. I am committed to maintaining and growing the legacy of a retiring owner and building a family in the local community. While I understand that my lack of operating experience so far may be too high of a barrier for some businesses, I believe that my background and dedication to learning as fast as possible will resonate with the right seller. I have significant leadership experience in challenging environments, including…

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Dioun Health

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Dioun Health acquires and consolidates home healthcare businesses in fragmented markets across the US. We want to be a leading player in the industry and become a major force in determining the future of home healthcare, creating a seamless and vertically integrated solution for our patients.

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Marinova Capital

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I'm searching for one exceptional business to acquire and lead as its next owner-operator.I'm not a financial buyer looking to optimize and exit. I'm looking to step in as the day-to-day leader—running operations, working with your team, and building on what you've created. This will be my career and my commitment for the next several decades.I have $20M in committed equity capital from a reputable investor.

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Maiden Lane LLC

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Maiden Lane LLC is an investment vehicle focused on acquiring small to medium sized businesses ($3-30m in sales, $0.5-5m in EBITDA). Our objective is to find stable businesses that can benefit from entrepreneurial ownership. Our goal is to find businesses that we can grow, not under-invest in to bleed it for cash flow. In terms of management, our preference would be to retain all your employees, not reduce headcount upon assuming ownership. We are looking for situations where a number of the following are present: having a motivated seller, concentrated ownership (we would prefer to…

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Life Long Partners

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My company looks to partner with transitioning owners of home health agencies (skilled nursing) in the Boston area. We are excited to build upon the success of current founders and owners and take their businesses to the next phase of growth.

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