Private acquisition search focused on a single established company in the Los Angeles area. We're looking to buy one business and run it, not to assemble a portfolio.Categories that are of interest include facility and commercial services, specialty and industrial distribution, packaging, property services and maintenance, route-based B2B services, equipment rental with manageable replacement capex, and inspection, testing, fire and life-safety businesses.
Thornhill Partners is a private equity firm that specializes in acquiring and operating high-quality B2B service businesses. With a focus on long-term ownership, Thornhill Partners targets sectors characterized by stable demand and repeat customers, particularly those driven by regulatory, contractual, or safety requirements. The firm is committed to providing a thoughtful home for exceptional small businesses, ensuring their growth and success over time. Through its strategic acquisitions, Thornhill Partners aims to build a robust portfolio of businesses that benefit from consistent market…
I am an experienced investor and operator, looking to acquire a San Diego based business with SDE of $750k-$1.5M. I am looking for industries where operational excellence and thoughtful technology adoption can drive significant margin expansion while preserving the founder's legacy. Ideal targets include businesses with sticky customer bases / recurring revenue, founder/family owned and seeking succession, strong customer and supplier relationships with limited concentration. Specific industries of focus include light manufacturing, business services, professional services, specialty…
Seeking acquisition of a professional services company, generating $600k+ in SDE, ideally with a strong operational team in place. Innovative Executive with a proven track record for driving profits and operational effectiveness. Recognized for significantly improving productivity, work quality, and underperforming business areas. Drove measurable results in companies of all sizes – including startups, SMBs, and Fortune companies. Expert in AI and machine learning automation, allowing employees to do less low-value work and spend more time on customer relationships and strategy.…
Amirian Partners is a Los Angeles-based entrepreneurial investment firm focused on acquiring and operating a single, exceptional business. Led by Alex Amirian, a former ServiceTitan executive with a proven track record in sales and scaling small businesses, we take a long-term, hands-on approach to ownership.We’re not a private equity group. We’re local operators committed to preserving your legacy, supporting your team, and building on the foundation you’ve created.Backed by committed capital from strategic partners, we’re actively seeking a business with $2M–$6M in enterprise…
The Hearth Fund 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.
Self-funded searcher focused on durable, enduring service businesses in the greater Los Angeles area $1-2M EBITDA. Experienced in business operations, pricing, and strategy in consumer, tech, and media. Let's connect!
My name is Bryan Xie, and I’m interested in buying and operating a local business in San Francisco Bay Area. As a long-term resident, I am passionate about supporting local businesses. I'm industry-agnostic, the target SDE is between $300k and $1m.As a mid-career executive, I have 15+ years in corporate and startup leadership roles, including product, general management, and sales experience, and hold a Kellogg MBA. I am a qualified buyer with access to capital, including SBA financing, and the ability to structure seller financing if needed.
I am focused on acquiring and actively operating a single business for the long term. This is a full-time effort, not a side project or investment exercise.My background includes working at Olympus Property, a $9B real estate platform, where I was involved in acquisitions, operations, and portfolio performance. My experience spans evaluating transactions, improving business performance, and working closely with leadership on day-to-day decision making.I am partnering with my father, who has over 30 years of experience building and operating small businesses. Together, we bring a practical,…
I'm interested in purchasing an operating business. I currently work in corporate, but I want to eventually potentially buying an operating business and doing that full time. My time frame is 5 to 10 years.
At ACG, our mission is simple yet impactful: to acquire, operate, and grow a single exceptional business. Our team, comprised of experienced professionals, brings a unique blend of strategic insights and operational prowess. We offer business owners a flexible succession alternative, ensuring their legacy lives on while infusing their company with new energy. Backed by a robust network of seasoned investors and operators, we focus on creating long-term value for all stakeholders.
I am an experienced technology executive and operator with a background leading revenue organizations, scaling teams, and driving growth across venture-backed and public software companies. Throughout my career, I have managed multi-million-dollar budgets, evaluated investment opportunities, led complex commercial negotiations, and built operating systems that support sustainable growth.I am currently seeking to acquire and operate a small to lower-middle-market business with strong fundamentals, recurring customer relationships, and a history of profitability. My focus is on businesses with…
Search fund - looking for precision manufacturing and aerospace and defense businesses located in Southern California (Los Angeles and Orange Counties) EBITDA minimum is $1 million. Particularly interested in family/founder owned businesses.
Toluca Lake Group acquires and operates small businesses from owners ready to transition. We are a dedicated owner-operator focused on long-term ownership, preserving what makes each business special, and supporting its continued growth for decades to come.
Ronald O. Harper, Jr. is the Managing Partner of RMS Family Restaurants, LLC. where he owned and operated McDonald’s four restaurants in Memphis, Tennessee. RMS was built on a family-oriented philosophy that fosters employee development and growth while ensuring that every guest enjoys an excellent dining experience.Before founding RMS, Mr. Harper held senior leadership roles at prominent companies. As Global Business Lead at Capgemini, he focused on mergers and acquisitions within the Life Sciences sector. He also held senior leadership roles at Ensono and Xerox. At Ensono where he…
Arris Capital Group is a Santa Barbara, California-based real estate investment firm specializing in middle-market real estate, with a particular focus on for-rent housing and industrial properties. The company operates as a joint venture equity investor, leveraging over 55 years of combined institutional real estate investment experience and more than $7 billion in transaction history. Arris Capital Group targets institutional-quality projects to create income and generational wealth for private investors, including family offices, RIAs, and high net worth individuals, as well as…
15-year network-engineering and cybersecurity operator (ex-Cisco, ex-AWS) backed by committed equity and SBA 7(a) financing. We buy once, integrate deeply, and stay in the seat—no private-equity churn.Investment mandateTarget: U.S.-based managed-service provider with $3 – 6 MM ARR, $250k – $500k MRR, and 15 %+ EBITDA.Team size: 15 – 40 technical staff; owner ready to transition within 6-12 months.Verticals: compliance-heavy industries (healthcare, finance, Gov/DoD, legal).Geography: Continental U.S. (preference for Pacific & Mountain time zones).Why partner with usKeep your brand…
Sunnyridge Management is a Los Angeles-based self-funded acquisition firm seeking quality founder-led businesses for long-term ownership and operation. Founded by Cole Tournat — an investment professional with deep experience evaluating businesses across market cycles — Sunnyridge is built on a simple conviction: the best acquisitions are won by protecting the downside.My core operational focus is on building and scaling sales and marketing functions to drive organic growth with businesses who have strong product-market fit serving a niche industry.Cole has spent 4 years at Ares…
Roxbury & Co. is a long-term investment firm led by a former BCG consultant and institutional investor with deep experience in highly regulated industries. We are focused on acquiring mission-critical service providers in financial, insurance, and compliance ecosystems. Backed by a committed group of family offices and operators, we seek to preserve legacy and unlock the next chapter of growth.
I am searching for a profitable business to acquire and operate in the greater Bay Area. My search is backed by family investment, and am looking to buy one business, step in as a full-time owner operator, and build on what the current owner has spent years creating.
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