Acquisition FocusActively seeking a small business acquisition in California, with emphasis on the manufacturing and logistics sectors.Acquisition CriteriaAnnual SDE / Cash Flow: $750,000+Financials: Clean, verifiable, and consistentBusiness Type: Manufacturing, logistics, or industrial servicesGrowth Potential: Product line expansion | Aftermarket or recurring revenue streams | Operational optimization and margin improvementTransaction Type: Asset or equity purchaseDeal Flexibility: Seller notes | Earn-outs | Transition support or consulting agreements
Experienced technology and operations leader with 13+ years across Meta, Deloitte, and Accenture. Seeking to acquire and operate a high-quality small business with strong recurring revenue, mission-critical services, and long-term growth potential. Particularly interested in industrial services, commercial HVAC, building automation, environmental compliance, facility services . Focused on partnering with owners to preserve their legacy while investing in employees, customers, and sustainable growth.
Our goal is to acquire and lead one company that provides a mission-critical service to its customers, offers meaningful careers and opportunities to its employees, and makes a positive impact on its community. We have the backing of mentors, investors, and experienced CEOs.
I'm new to acquiring businesses to operate. I have a professional track record in accounting with PwC as well as working in CPG as a finance executive. I have been on the sell side of diligence with two separate companies. I look forward to working to build trust and businesses for the future.
Our mission is to find, acquire and further grow one exceptional (light) manufacturing company. Grounded in a deep commitment to innovation, growth, and collaboration.
I'm a former COO/CEO/CRO in several industries including tech, manufacturing, real estate, transportation, SaaS, energy, and finance. I'm now offering fractional COO services while working to buy a business. I have an undergrad in engineering from UC Irvine and MBA from The Wharton School at University of Pennsylvania.
I am looking to acquire a small, service-based business in the range of $500K - $1.5M SDE in California. I am looking to run as owner/CEO and have extensive experience in entrepreneurship, private equity, and wealth management as well as an MBA.
Entrepreneur and investor, living and working in California. Seeking to acquire and operate one great small business. I spent almost ten years leading teams of combat Marines around the globe, achieving ambitious goals together. Now as an entrepreneur, I seek to acquire a great business, build on the legacy of previous management, and grow it to new heights. I have partnered with experienced equity investors and market leading debt financiers – the money is lined up to close on a great business. I am excited to move to the business location and involve myself in day-to-day operationsI…
I am a branded apparel and consumer goods executive with over four decades of experience across manufacturing, importing, wholesale distribution, and retail operations.My career began early in a family-run wholesale and manufacturing business in Downtown Los Angeles, where I gained hands-on experience in fabric sourcing, production, and garment distribution. This foundation evolved into leadership roles building and operating vertically integrated apparel companies, import operations, and multi-store retail chains serving the U.S. off-price and value channels.Throughout my career, I have…
Sloane Street partners with founders through an investment that protects their team and culture to keep the business growing.What we doWe are entrepreneurs who partner with business owners and founders.Our focus is long-term growth and value creation, building upon the existing legacy of the business.We will invest in the business and take care of your team, partners, and customers.Chris Michotte has over 10 years of experience in operating and investing. He operated a micro-finance company in Peru and worked both in investment banking and for an investment fund in London.Chris grew up in…
At Shorehaven, we focus on acquiring and growing high-quality service businesses in California and the Western U.S. We look for companies with steady growth, strong customer relationships, high margins, and a proven track record of profitability. Before founding Shorehaven, I worked at a private equity firm with over $1B in assets under management, where I led investments exceeding $100M. I bring that same rigor, professionalism, and long-term mindset to every investment we make. As hands-on operators and trusted stewards, we partner closely with founders to preserve their legacy and build…
Amina Grace Co., is a search fund seeking to acquire a controlling interest in a lower-middle market company with EBITDA in the range of $1.5M-$3M. Led by Malcolm Smith, a professional football player and real estate investor and developer, we are industry and regionally agnostic. Our focus is identifying a businesses whose employees are a key asset and whose current owner is looking to transition out while preserving the integrity of the company. We are particularly interested in companies with a track record of sustained financials, a focus on tangible products or services, and an…
RCL Growth Capital is a search firm dedicated to identifying profitable small businesses in the Northern California (San Jose / SF Bay Area) for acquisition by individual owner-operator buyers looking to build long term growth.
About Allen RangeAllen Range is a search fund founded with the goal of acquiring and operating a single small- to medium-sized business for the long term. Based out of San Francisco, CA, the fund seeks to acquire a business in the greater Bay Area.Allen Range is focused on partnering with a current business owner who is looking to transition and who is concerned with long-term success of what they have built. The fund is flexible, supported by a strong advisory board with transaction experience, and can proceed quickly once an interesting company is identified.Doug Parizeau, FounderThe…
I help M&A advisors and brokers close more deals by fixing what’s usually broken behind the scenes: follow-up, pipeline tracking, and deal visibility.In most firms:Leads sit in inboxes too longFollow-ups are manual and inconsistentCRM data is incomplete or ignoredThis creates silent deal leakage.I build lightweight automation systems that plug directly into your existing workflow to capture deal flow, automate outreach, and give you a clean, reliable pipeline.Background in sales and marketing across construction tech and real estate, with experience around high-value transactions and…
Mick Denner is the Founder and Managing Partner of MODE Growth Partners. An experienced military and commercial leader, Mick brings 12 years of leadership, commercial excellence, and operations experience to MODE. He now aims to acquire, operate, and grow one high quality business.
Hive Capital is a single-purpose investment fund seeking one strong, stable business to acquire and operate. Our team is committed to a long-term, hands-on management approach that will ensure the company's continued growth and success.Hive Capital is interested in situations where business owners are considering retirement or desire to reduce their day-to-day management responsibilities.
I own two marketing agencies that primarily work with video, personal brand and digital marketing. I specialize in acquiring customers through facebook and google ads. I also specialize in growing organic social media channels on instagram, tiktok and youtube. www.darngoodads.com and www.trendvideo.io
Investor focused on fundamental value investing. Background in real estate and the built environment. Seeking quality businesses in typically boring industries with strong moats with capable management in place.
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