Nobel Investments is a family investment office based out of Santa Monica, CA. We are majority stake hold investors and are owners / operators of our businesses post-acquisition. We invest in businesses that operate in industries where we have demonstrated a successful track record of helping companies scale – either as direct operators or as consultants.Nobel Investments was founded by Atta Tarki. Born in Tehran, Atta moved to the countryside of Sweden at age 7, where he grew up a few minutes away from Alfred Nobel’s workshop. There, Atta developed a deep respect for Alfred Nobel’s…
Preservation Holdings is a group of family offices based in Dallas/Fort Worth, who are seeking to deploy committed capital through multiple control investments. We primarily invest in B2B and B2C Services companies in the Lower Middle Market, as well as other compelling opportunities. We are seeking long-term investments as part of a broader portfolio of operating companies. There is no mandate to return capital to investors. Our focus is on long-term returns and cash flow generation. We have built, bought and sold businesses. We intimately understand the frustration that comes with a sale…
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Stony Creek Capital is a Family Office formed with capital from the sale of a company I operated as President. Our primary focus is acquiring businesses from retiring owners who are looking for a reliable and exciting transition plan. I take an active role in management, often serving as President immediately following the transition until a longer-term management team is in place. My brief background is: DI Athlete, Naval Officer (submarines / nuclear engineer), mgmt consultant, Strategy and Ops Corp Exec (Dir, VP, COO, President).
Taubman Capital (“TC”) is a private equity investment firm for the Taubman familyThrough TC, the family is building an investment portfolio of world-class businesses led by exceptional management teams outside of its core real estate holdingsThe firm’s flexible, long-term capital base offers sellers closing certainty, while also providing management teams with the ability to focus on building larger, more valuable enterprises without time constraints or exit pressuresTC has no outside investors – all internal capital means making investment decisions as true owners and the ability to…
We acquire durable, recurring-revenue businesses and operate them for decades. With patient capital and disciplined underwriting, we preserve what works and strengthen what matters. Backed by permanent family capital with no fund timeline, we prioritize long-term durability over short-term optics — providing a stable home for the people and customers who depend on what you’ve built.
GoodCapital owns and builds national leading companies that have a clear purpose and long-term reason to exist. We do this by combining talented leadership, smart capital, and the flexibility to own them forever. We are led by entrepreneurs who have been there and done it - successfully leading and transforming purpose-built businesses.The GoodCapital team has completed 7 transactions with a focus on safety and asset management software and technology.
DRA Family Office, established in 2019 and based in San Diego, California, is a single family office focused on private investments. The firm targets both lower middle market private equity and early-stage companies across diverse industries, including real estate, operating businesses, and equity ventures. DRA Family Office collaborates with dynamic management teams to build sustainable value in businesses, leveraging its extensive operational experience. The firm actively seeks investment opportunities in early-stage growth companies and established businesses, with a preference for those…
We are a Toronto-based SFO and currently own three platforms in the $4mm-$10mm EBITDA range, including co-owning 18 Five Guys in Minneapolis-St. Paul (with another 27 currently under LOI). We generally love cash flowing businesses, aim for majority ownership, but look to have shareholders / a team that want to roll equity and partner with us for the long term.
We are a multi generational family office with a background in NY commercial real estate. We are focused on middle market lending, real estate, debt portfolios and private equity. We are currently seeking to enter the behavioral health space and we are looking for acquisition opportunities in the industry.
Solex Capital Management is a family office managed by Steve Somers Sr. and Steve Somers Jr. who represent two generations of entrepreneurs and business operators. Solex is focused on acquiring manufacturing and/or distribution companies in niche industries whereby our operational experiences can help to maximize efficiencies, and our management experience develop a motivated team.Solex seeks to acquire majority stakes in long-standing manufacturing and distribution companies who are privately owned / family operated with the goal to continue the legacy of the prior owner and to grow the…
Lepercq de Neuflize Asset Management is a privately held investment firm dedicated to compounding family capital through strategic investment strategies and partnerships. The firm operates globally, investing in both public and private securities, assets, and companies. With a focus on long-term growth, Lepercq Group leverages its expertise to manage a diverse portfolio, aiming to maximize returns for its stakeholders. The company is known for its strategic approach to investments, ensuring sustainable growth and value creation across various sectors.
We are Ethan and Ryan Zeplin, two brothers with backgrounds in investment banking and private equity. Both graduates of the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business, we bring a strong foundation in financial analysis, deal execution, and strategic growth. We’re now focused on acquiring and operating a small-to-medium-sized business where we can create long-term value through hands-on ownership and thoughtful, sustainable improvements.Acquisition CriteriaIndustry: Business services, consumer services, niche manufacturing, or light industrial (open to other recession-resistant…
Roystone is a single family office with a presence in New York and Florida. As a family office with internal capital, we are flexible, nimble and opportunistic investors. We are seeking to buy minority and/or control positions in SMBs with established proof and concept / product market fit that are at inflection points where our capital and professional expertise can help accelerate the target’s trajectory to the next level
Celina Capital makes direct investments in growth-oriented private companies and in real estate.Celina was established in 2017 by Jacques Feldman, the co-founder of Cambridge Global Payments. Jacques and his partner built Cambridge from the ground up over a period of 25 years, expanding from Canada, to the US, UK, and Australia. Cambridge developed a leadership position in foreign exchange transactions, a service that large banks had neglected. The company achieved 25-30% annual growth by investing in a diverse sales network and offering superior customer service. Leading-edge technology and…
Zeal Partners is a family office focused on investing in and acquiring lower middle market businesses, with a particular focus on companies with $2-5 million of EBITDA / cash flow. The firm's principals have backgrounds in investment management, software development, consumer goods, and digital marketing, but we are industry-agnostic when it comes to acquiring businesses.
Outlive Capital is an investment firm founded by husband-and-wife team Juliana and Juan. We are dedicated to acquiring and operating a select group of high-quality companies in Florida. Backed by permanent capital and a long-term, hands-on approach, we offer business owners a personalized succession solution with a deep commitment to preserving their legacy.This is a family-led endeavor — not a side project — with the goal of building a portfolio of enduring businesses to one day pass on to our children. We bring extensive experience in M&A, operations, and entrepreneurship across…
Fields Texas Ltd. is the private investment firm founded by the late William Fields (former President & CEO of Walmart US Retail Stores Division). Our firm is entirely focused on investing in companies where Walmart Inc. is or has the potential to be a large customer.
One Enterprise 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.
Founded in 2007 by Tom Bancroft, Makaira Partners is a La Jolla-based investment firm that employs a disciplined, fundamental value-oriented philosophy. The firm’s strategy is deeply rooted in the principles practiced by Bancroft during his time managing GEICO’s equity portfolio at Berkshire Hathaway, emphasizing a long-term horizon—often five years or more.Core Strategic PillarsExtreme Concentration: Makaira manages a highly focused portfolio, often holding fewer than 15 positions. As of late 2025, its top 10 holdings accounted for over 99% of reportable assets, reflecting high…
Lime is a family office founded in 2011, based in NY. We own and operate over a dozen manufacturing and e-commerce businesses across the US. We seek synergistic add-ons to our current holdings as well as new platform businesses. Our philosophy is to buy, build and hold for the long term with no intention to sell. Currently, we are focusing tremendous energy into acquiring targeted add-ons in four of our platform companies and new platforms.Manufacturing/Distribution and/or E-commerce:1) Home Decor & Accessories sector2) Memorabilia accessories/Card Protectors/Tabletop Gaming sector3)…
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