Robert Rose Capital (“RRC”) is a private investment firm with a mission to build strong companies by leading with intention. RRC makes control investments in companies seeking an ownership succession or with strong leadership teams interested in recapitalizing the business to accelerate it’s growth trajectory. Our investment strategy is to employ a buy-and-build approach with companies in fragmented industries with significant tailwinds. RRC believes through diligent discipline, companies can achieve transformational growth by utilizing an appropriate capital structure and financial…
We are a small team of investors and operators that have a successful track record of building, investing in, and growing businesses in the Pacific Northwest. We focus on investing in small to medium sized companies where we can have an outsized impact on the organization in partnership with the management team. We invest in and partner with companies without intending to sell them which allows us to think and act like owners, not just investors. We facilitate ownership transitions and provide long-term homes for the continued development of companies and the employees, families and…
Equanim Capital LLC is a New York-based private equity firm focused on control investments in lower middle-market manufacturing, distribution, and services businesses in the sub-$5m EBITDA range. Equanim Capital prefers to partner with existing managements teams to realize long term growth.
Third Arch is a Philadelphia-based private investment firm making long-term investments in high quality small businessesLocally-focused and collaborative, we partner with strong management teams to help businesses continue their success, enhance profitability, and drive scalable, sustainable growth
Swingbridge operates as a merchant bank, specializing in public equities, private equity, and debt solutions. Our investor network comprises over 60 families who participate in individual deals. Currently, we have nine active investments in the private sector, while on the public side, we maintain a long-only mindset with a portfolio of 15 selected names. With an industry-agnostic approach, we assess each opportunity by thoroughly analyzing returns on capital against the cost of capital.
Founders of tech-enabled services businesses currently have minimal options when scaling their company from $1M to $10M+ of EBITDALower middle-market private equity firms will only engage if they can acquire full-controlVenture capital firms won't engage because the addressable market is not $1BN+As former founders, investors and advisors, we work with founders that want growth capital to execute on the "PE Playbook" without giving up full-control
Matbucha LLC 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.Â
Hiltz Capital Management seeks to deploy private capital by investing in operating companies with a compelling value proposition. We look for companies with tangible assets, such as machinery and real estate interests, that offer steady revenue and proven profitability. Our geographic focus is the Southeastern United States
Prairie Knoll LLC is an investment firm focused on private equity in the food and agribusiness industries, investing across the food and agriculture value chain - inputs, production, processing, distribution. Prairie Knoll operates as an independent sponsor of buyouts and takes a thoughtful collaborative approach to investing. We have some capital set aside for acquisitions and plan to include additional investors on a deal by deal basis.The founder, Mark Swenson, is an experienced institutional investor responsible for successfully managing a term of investment professionals with…
Marine Capital Partners is a private investment firm focused on investing in market leaders operating in the lower middle market. Marine seeks to partner with management to acquire family-owned businesses across consumer, business and industrial services, diversified industrials (niche manufacturing and value added distribution), building products, transportation and logistics and media & entertainment. Between its investment team and our eight operating partners (all of whom have 25+ years of experience), we are able to navigate complex transactions and unlock value through various…
I am a business owner who is looking to diversify away from my current vertical with my first acquisition. I am beginning the search process for myself and my partners. Search Criteria Small market deal $500k SDE - $1.5M EBITDA 3-5x multiple Deal size: $1.5M to 7.5M Semi-Absentee business “Boring” or slow changing industry “Safe” and “Solid” business and deal that “just runs
About UsThe Ghost team partners with founders, owners, and management teams to help build next-generation aerospace and defense companies. We focus on lower middle-market aerospace and and defense companies that produce hardware for the US and allied militaries.Meet the team!Chase CampbellFormer Corporate Development Manager at Elbit America, whose M&A team closed transactions of $700m+ and crafted corporate strategy ​enterprise-wideFinancial analyst at commercial real-estate firm, completing 60 transactionsMBA from Cox School of Business, BA from Princeton University, and Certificate…
Mansur Bay Partners, LLC 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.Â
We are an investment firm that works with entrepreneurs, family businesses, and owners to help them unlock the value they have created in their companies. We keep things simple, we work fast, and we use a collaborative and transparent approach to get deals done. We like companies that have: - a path to future growth - a distinct advantage (reputation, trade secrets, differentiation) - a simple business model - profitable $1M-$10M in net income - operational success of 5 years of longer - great team, culture, and values We look for: - Retiring entrepreneurs - we'll work with you to get an easy…
We are a Phoenix-based, lower middle market investment firm with a focus on long-term investing in B2B/ B2C services industries, fleet-based businesses and residential real estate. Our investing philosophy is underpinned by the belief that sound business strategy, patient capital, and a long-term view compound to build better, more valuable businesses; generating greater value for all stakeholders. Our team comprises of alumni of some of the world’s leading management consulting & private equity firms, with a single focus on growing & nurturing Arizona & southwest-based businesses &…
Cornerstone Managers is an entrepreneurial investment company that partners with management teams to building long-lasting businesses. We acquire businesses we plan to own and operate for the long term. Our target companies serve the evolving consumer landscape.
Alder Bridge Partners is a Delaware-based private investment firm making long-term investments in high quality small businesses. We believe small business investing requires a different approach than traditional private equity. Our objective is to help successful small businesses achieve greater scale and profitability, and to provide investors with access to attractive returns in an under-served market.We look for long standing companies with defensible value propositions. Our approach is to partner with strong management teams to help businesses continue their success, enhance…
Iwaju Capital seeks to partner with owners, operators and management teams while bringing to bear its proven acquisitions, fundraising and commercial partnership sourcing engine. Iwaju Capital has a specific investment focus on code-mandated or otherwise regulation-adjacent business services platforms in large, fragmented North American industries.
Navaid Equity Partners is a private equity firm founded to provide companies, executives, employees and their stakeholders navigational support through turbulent financial and operational headwinds created by economic, industry, and technology disruptions.We take an entrepreneurial and flexible investment approach We look to invest in complex and special situations We provide both financial and intellectual capital to support companies We focus on investments in small to medium sized companies with revenue up to $500 million and EBITDA from unprofitable, nominal, and positive but not…
Jagota Capital (JRC) is a growth focused investment fund dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs.We partner with outstanding management teams to develop long-term strategies enabling growth and operational excellence. We are a value-added investor, leveraging our unique value creation process, resources, and vast network to help companies realize their full potential.
