Hemlock Equity acquires companies with profits between $250,000 to $5,000,000 per year. We also start our own SaaS companies when we feel we have identified an opportunity that has some legs.
We are an executive-led search and acquisition fund backed by Novastone Capital Advisors (NCA). Together, we are aiming to acquire SMEs in Canada, specifically within the logistics, fulfillment, last mile, or tech sectors. Fund founded and led by Abed Shaheen, former CEO of InfoFort, an acquired SME, who led the company from its early stages to an industry leader in 14 countries and its 10X exit to Iron Mountain through scale, growth, geographical expansion, and M&A.
Dubbs Capital Inc. is a private investment firm focused on acquiring small to medium-sized businesses. More specifically, Dubbs is focused on the technology sector. We plan to work closely with the company to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.Criteria: Preferred if SBA approved. Preferred if SaaS. Preferred if in apparel manufacturing.
NCA SF098, LP is an Operator-Led Buyout Fund focused on acquiring a profitable industrial business with $10–50 million in revenue, operating in a fragmented market and potentially facing succession or ownership transition challenges.Our targets are industrial manufacturers, distributors of industrial and building products, and MRO service providers, located primarily in Ontario, with flexibility to pursue attractive opportunities across Canada.The fund is sponsored by Novastone Capital Advisors (NCA), a global firm that has partnered with 70+ searchers, completed 24 acquisitions, and…
Maple Point Capital is a traditional search fund with commitments from established capital partners (Trilogy, TTCER, M2O, Maven, Sage) with the goal to acquire and operate a single outstanding business. We are a group of experienced entrepreneurs with committed capital who want to partner with a business for the next stage of its growth. We seek businesses that provide mission critical services and have demonstrated a history of growth.
FlyCap Succession Capital is run by Richard Gotlieb, a seasoned entrepreneur with extensive operational experience dedicated to one sole purpose: To acquire and operate a single small to midsize business. In addition to his own capital, Richard is backed by a group of high-net-worth entrepreneurs who have successfully grown numerous small and mid-size businesses. As opposed to conventional private equity acquirers, FlyCap's focus is on long-term stewardship of your business. We aim to maintain and enhance its reputation, and ensure sustained growth and development opportunities for your…
I am a former PE professional and executive at a $1Bn+ company with experience in finance, operations, capital markets, data analytics, and AI. I currently consult with small businesses and am interested in engaging with anyone seeking consulting services, financing options, or an ownership transition. I have a particular interest in Healthcare and General Services businesses.
After a decade supporting startups in finding their product-market fit and scaling toward an exit, we leverage our network and deep understanding of tech companies to acquire and grow Canadian businesses.
Vert Capital is a Search fund in partnership with Novastone Capital Advisors. Brooks Bergreen has 15 years of experience in operating, M&A, and raising capital. I have partnered with a Swiss group (Novastone) and have committed capital of up to 60M EV. I am primarily looking at light manufacturing businesses in BC and AB, and opportunistically in Eastern Canada and WA state (PNW). Also interested in Consumer Brands, Technology Companies, and Business Services.
Hillside Succession is a privately held entrepreneurial-focused investment firm looking to acquire businesses requiring a successful exit and a stable succession for existing owners. Our firm has partnered with long-term focused, experienced investors. Hillside’s founder and entrepreneur, Mark Jarvie, will take an active role in leadership post-close.Mark is a seasoned operator and executive with two decades of hands-on, entrepreneurial and start-up experience. He is a strategic, innovative leader with a proven track record of growing and scaling high-growth businesses.
Financial sponsor focused on acquiring specialty distribution, industrial services and specialty contracting businesses in Western Canada between $1-10mm in EBITDA.
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.
We acquire strong, profitable businesses from hardworking Canadians who’ve invested their lives building their dreams. We focus on companies in traditional industries that offer compelling opportunities for growth and improvement through technology.We form real relationships with owners based on shared values and work with them to achieve fair deal terms, ensuring alignment of goals for the company and its employees.From there, our team of proven operators work tirelessly to build upon the legacy the owners established, leading their business into the next phase of its journey through…
Withrow Park Growth is a entrepreneurial investment fund formed by Dave Ritchie to identify, acquire and operate an existing private company within North America. WPG's goals is to find exceptional companies and provide owners an exit opportunity to entrust their business to the next generation. WPG is looking to make long-term commitments and for our Principal to take on an operating role as a day-to-day leader. The fund's focus is to preserve an entrepreneur's legacy and write the next chapter of success for the business.Withrow Park Growth has both committed capital and a robust set of…
Kingswood Capital is seeking majority equity investments in healthy and profitable family-owned manufacturing, fabrication or service businesses, with EBITDA ranging from $0.6M to $2.0M. We intend on taking an active role in the daily operations of any business we acquire, providing owners with a credible succession plan and the ability to realize full value for their business.
We operate a high-volume e-commerce and processing business handling over 50 million products annually, generating $40M+ in revenue. With a strong team and infrastructure in place, we're now looking to acquire a bolt-on or standalone business we can actively grow. We focus on companies with strong cash flow, recurring revenue, and long-term upside.
The Nakani Fund aims to buy a company in Canada, to grow it further and to create jobs for Canadians.Nakani was founded by Ali Malik, a global entrepreneur with experience helping promising companies reach their full potential globally. Over the past decade, Ali was engaged in leading projects and people to come with products and ways to solve problems for companies in finance, telecom, digital services, healthcare, transportation, food production, government services, and tech.Ali is skilled in management, business development, lean growth strategies, and agile product ownership. He is an…
Alnes Capital is an operator led entrepreneurial private investment firm founded to identify, acquire and operate a single business based in Canada or the U.S. As a committed team with a wealth of experience across industries and a diverse skill set in the areas of finance, entrepreneurship and leadership, we intend to realize the full growth potential of the company we acquire. We are looking for one company with great potential and will focus our full efforts on driving long-term, sustainable growth. We provide business owners and managers with a unique alternative to traditional exit…
I was the CEO of a company we grew 5X and sold to a supplier. For our next venture are a looking for a $2m-$5m EBITDA business based in the GTA. Preferred are businesses where the owner is retiring, BPO opportunities are there and a business that would benefit from standing up a business development function.
Euclid Capital is a private investment firm focused on acquiring small to medium sized businesses. We plan to work closely with the companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.
