Palmetto & Pine is a search fund backed by committed institutional investors who have collectively invested in 150+ operating companies. Our founder, Alex Pham, is an operator and investor with 12+ years of experience across operational leadership roles, private equity, and M&A. His industry experience has been in water/wastewater utilities and software.We are focused on acquiring in the following industries: (1) water treatment and services (residential, commercial, and industrial), (2) outsourced operations & maintenance for water systems, or (3) vertical SaaS.
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…
+ Mile-12 Group is an independent investment firm operating with committed capital from a broad range of investors+ Mile-12 LP base includes 5 institutional PE funds and 4 Family Offices with ~$1.5bn in cumulative AUM+ We are looking for businesses to own and operate either in partnership with the founder or a founder looking to retire and transition out of the business+ We are primarily focused on Tech-Enabled Business Service and/or software firms with $1mm+ in annual EBITDA and/or $4mm+ in ARR.+ Mostly focused on the East Coast (Mid-Atlantic and South-East) of the United States
Castle Pines Capital Partners is a boutique private equity firm based in Denver, Colorado, dedicated to strategic investments and long-term value creation. The firm specializes in acquiring and operating single, privately held U.S.-based companies, focusing on significant growth through active partnerships. With a commitment to identifying unique investment opportunities, Castle Pines Capital Partners leverages its expertise to work closely with executive leadership teams, aiming to enhance operational efficiencies and drive value. Their strategic approach is designed to foster sustainable…
Finance executive with 15 years of experience in the areas of strategic and capital planning, mergers and acquisitions, operational performance improvement, and cross-functional project leadership. Demonstrated experience operating across diverse organizational environments, including early-stage startups and private equity-backed companies.
I’m an investment professional actively seeking to acquire and operate a small to medium-sized business. I bring a strong background in private equity with a passion for building and growing companies, not just buying them.My experience includes sourcing and executing acquisitions, leading due diligence, financial modeling, portfolio management, and partnering with management teams to drive operational improvements and long-term value creation.Over my career, I’ve worked across industries including infrastructure, renewable energy, distribution, and business and consumer services. I have…
Looking to purchase a $1-$4M cashflow generating business. Preferably Control / Automation System Integrator in Data Centers, Energy & Utilities, Smart Manufacturing (Industrial Automation) and Transportation. Ok with adjacent or verticals Prefer Mid-West US but open to South, South East and near-metro locations.
I am a self-funded searcher and former Navy SEAL looking for a long-standing service business in the PNW with an excellent reputation and an owner who cares deeply about their legacy. My goal is to be a steady, long-term successor who honors what’s been built, supports the team, and carries the business into its next chapter with humility, discipline, and genuine commitment.
Individual buyer with 6 years of M&A experience in investment banking and private equity in Montreal. I’m actively looking to acquire a business with $500K–$1M in EBITDA. I bring financial expertise, long-term mindset and never-ending energy to ensure a smooth transition and preserve the seller’s legacy.
Grove Oaks Capital is a private investment partnership focused on acquiring and operating a single, privately owned business in the lower middle market space. We will assume an active role in day-to-day management with a long-term focus. GOC is backed by a diverse group of investors, including CEOs, entrepreneurs, and institutional investors.
Glenn FiedlerEngineer and consultant with 15 years of experience across energy and operations. Former drilling engineer at ExxonMobil and management consultant at BCG. Looking to acquire and operate a founder-owned small business in services or industrials where I can bring technical credibility and operational discipline to the next chapter of growth.
Marketing executive with a proven track record of building and scaling high-growth ventures by leveraging deep expertise inconsumer marketing from world class organizations with entrepreneurial leadership. Built Aligned Modern Health from a singleclinic startup, to a multi-location, high-growth healthcare brand. Fueled growth through transforming consumer insights intostrategies to drive revenue, customer acquisition leveraging performance based marketing, and evolving business model to scaleexpansion.
Ironwood Search Group is an acquisition firm led by former M&A attorneys with deep experience in negotiating and closing transactions. We target profitable, established businesses in essential services, light manufacturing, and B2B sectors with $750K–$2M in SDE. Our geographic focus is North Texas and surrounding states, where we leverage local market knowledge and relationships to identify strong companies. Our legal and financial expertise ensures a smooth, efficient process for sellers, while our relationship-driven approach prioritizes transparency, trust, and long-term business…
Ex-Amazon, Seattle-based searcher seeking $1-$2M EBITDA companies focused on B2B services. Extensive experience in Business Development, Sales, and Strategic Partnerships. Excel at building high-performing teams and launching/scaling businesses.
NYC-based investor seeking small metro-area business to acquire. I've been investing in emerging technologies and funds for 25 years and am interested in owning and operating (to some extent) a smaller cash-flowing business, rather than a raw startup.
Fidalgo Partners is a search fund started and operated by a husband-and-wife team of Natalia and Artur. Their backgrounds span Oil & Gas operations, military aviation, corporate VC and banking. We are looking buy a company to operate and put to use our skills from our past leadership and management roles.
Optima Ventures LLC is a Northeast Ohio–based investment and acquisition firm focused on acquiring and growing lower-middle-market businesses that provide essential, recession-resistant services. Founded by Ron [Last Name], a U.S. Army veteran and former management consultant, Optima Ventures operates with a hands-on, disciplined approach to value creation—combining operational excellence, data-driven decision making, and long-term partnership with experienced management teams.Our focus spans industrial services, property management, oilfield support, and other durable B2B sectors where…
I am an experienced executive seeking to acquire and personally operate a profitable B2B business in traditional industries. I’mfocused on businesses where strategic leadership, operational execution, and sales strategy drivegrowth.
I am a seasoned Growth Executive with 20 years of experience scaling B2B entrerprise services and digital solutions. Having spent my career optimization and engineering repeatable sales engines for premium service firms, I am looking to acquire and personally operate a single B2B or commercial services business in the lower-middle market.Unlike traditional private equity, I am a self-funded individual operator backed by committed capital and a top-tier advisory board. My objective is to transition the day-to-day operations seamlessly from a retiring owner, preserve their legacy, and deploy…
I'm looking for an Enduringly Profitable business, either a Manufacturing or a Service business with strong sales but needing Operational Excellence, generating between 200-700k SDE, within the greater Cincinnati area.
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