We invest in businesses and teams that share our values and our focus on creating value. As private investors, we can move quickly, provide uncommon flexibility, and preserve the legacy and culture that make each company unique.
We are Ethan and Ryan Zeplin, two brothers with backgrounds in investment banking and private equity. Both graduates of the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business, we bring a strong foundation in financial analysis, deal execution, and strategic growth. We’re now focused on acquiring and operating a small-to-medium-sized business where we can create long-term value through hands-on ownership and thoughtful, sustainable improvements.Acquisition CriteriaIndustry: Business services, consumer services, niche manufacturing, or light industrial (open to other recession-resistant…
Roystone is a single family office with a presence in New York and Florida. As a family office with internal capital, we are flexible, nimble and opportunistic investors. We are seeking to buy minority and/or control positions in SMBs with established proof and concept / product market fit that are at inflection points where our capital and professional expertise can help accelerate the target’s trajectory to the next level
Sadita Holding CompanyEstablished in 2006 to consolidate Mr. Fozan Al Fozan’s diverse business holdings under one umbrella, Sadita is a Holding Company registered in Kuwait. Sadita’s underlying operating subsidiaries date back to 1982, when Mr. Fozan began his first entrepreneurial venture – Kuwait Proteins Company. Over the years Sadita has grown its diversified holdings to include 23 companies in multiple industries including the wholesale and distribution of food & beverage, plastic disposables, IT accessories, computer peripherals, medical equipment as well as logistics and other…
Massif Industries is a multifamily office which invests in closely held companies on a control basis as well as minority and preferred equity basis for select opportunities. It is backed by operators who invest for the long term and do not force an exit alongside the traditional private equity timeline. We invest in well-run, private profitable businesses. It is our intent to provide strategic long term capital to elevate the business, not uproot it.
Private Equity - We pursue investments in businesses with durable fundamentals, operational upside, and opportunities for long-term value creation.Real Estate -Ross Peak Capital pursues selective real estate development and investment opportunities across residential and commercial assets. We focus on disciplined acquisition, thoughtful development, and active management to create enduring value through every stage of the investment lifecycle.
Zeal Partners is a family office focused on investing in and acquiring lower middle market businesses, with a particular focus on companies with $2-5 million of EBITDA / cash flow. The firm's principals have backgrounds in investment management, software development, consumer goods, and digital marketing, but we are industry-agnostic when it comes to acquiring businesses.
Fields Texas Ltd. is the private investment firm founded by the late William Fields (former President & CEO of Walmart US Retail Stores Division). Our firm is entirely focused on investing in companies where Walmart Inc. is or has the potential to be a large customer.
Liss Capital Partners is a Chicago-based, family office-backed investment firm dedicated to partnering with exceptional founder- and family-owned businesses in the lower middle market. Guided by a thesis-driven investment philosophy, the firm focuses on sectors benefiting from strong secular tailwinds and deploys flexible, patient capital unconstrained by traditional fund timelines. Liss Capital Partners is deeply people-oriented, collaborating closely with management teams to accelerate growth, enhance operational capabilities, and build durable long-term value. Through an active, strategic…
One Enterprise 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.
Founded in 2007 by Tom Bancroft, Makaira Partners is a La Jolla-based investment firm that employs a disciplined, fundamental value-oriented philosophy. The firm’s strategy is deeply rooted in the principles practiced by Bancroft during his time managing GEICO’s equity portfolio at Berkshire Hathaway, emphasizing a long-term horizon—often five years or more.Core Strategic PillarsExtreme Concentration: Makaira manages a highly focused portfolio, often holding fewer than 15 positions. As of late 2025, its top 10 holdings accounted for over 99% of reportable assets, reflecting high…
Lime is a family office founded in 2011, based in NY. We own and operate over a dozen manufacturing and e-commerce businesses across the US. We seek synergistic add-ons to our current holdings as well as new platform businesses. Our philosophy is to buy, build and hold for the long term with no intention to sell. Currently, we are focusing tremendous energy into acquiring targeted add-ons in four of our platform companies and new platforms.Manufacturing/Distribution and/or E-commerce:1) Home Decor & Accessories sector2) Memorabilia accessories/Card Protectors/Tabletop Gaming sector3)…
Sandkey Capital is a private equity firm focused on lower middle market companies across a variety of industries. We provide flexible transaction structures in a wide range of business situations. Our unique, hands-on approach is designed to help drive sustainable growth and create value for our partner companies. Sandkey Capital, together with our institutional investor base, brings extensive operational knowledge, strategic resources, and transactional experience. Sandkey Capital pursues both control and minority equity investments, while also providing a range of private debt…
Monument Bay Capital Partners is a private investment firm with offices in Boston and Palm Beach. Our partners bring decades of experience and have been involved in hundreds of private equity transactions across a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, business services, and consumer products.Unlike traditional private equity funds, Monument Bay operates independently of a single funding source or rigid investment structure. This flexibility allows us to evaluate each opportunity on its individual merits and craft tailored solutions that align with the…
CBRF is the investment company of Cameron and Robert. We have built or invested in multiple businesses over 15 years. We intend to build the next acquisition from experience gained growing a Medical Distribution Company from 6 staff to 130. Criteria:Ideal target EBITDA of $500,000 to $2 millionMinority or majority positionsWestern Canada headquartered
Group 206’s focus is to invest in companies where our capital and experience in business building can lead to long-term and sustainable value creation. We invest in businesses that are at an inflection point. We seek situations where our flexibility and industry specific expertise lead to superior outcomes. Founded in 2013, Group 206 is led by Nima Taghavi, a four-time CEO and lifelong entrepreneur, with a deep track record of growing companies with revenues above $100 million. Nima successfully built and exited five businesses over the span of his 30+ year career with companies ranging…
Actively pursuing acquisitions in the transportation and logistics sector. Looking for freight brokerages and carriers (FTL, LTL, and dedicated preferred). Open to full exits, equity rollovers, and sponsor-backed. Preferred criteria: EBITDA of $10M+, strong company culture, and reviewed or audited financials. Extremely experienced buyer in this space.
The REIFF Group is a pan European family-owned business founded in 1910 and meanwhile managed in 4th generation. Facts and figures: Annual revenue approx. 180mUSD in 2023 615 employees Core business: Industrial distributor Seeking to acquire and develop SME businesses in North America. As a family-owned business we stand for integrity, social responsibility and long-term strategic thinking.
Point Zero invests in small to medium-sized companies seeking an ownership transition and provides growth capital to promising businesses. To date Point Zero has invested across a variety of industries including healthcare, consumer retail, fintech and proptech.
LionHill Partners have been making investments in Manufacturing, Product Development, Intellectual Property, Brands, Real Estate, Entertainment, and Hospitality for over 2 decades. We look for opportunities to make transformational investments in start-ups, and helping establishing companies grow. We offer strategic advice, access to capital and facilitate connections with our expansive network of contact across many industries. We invest in passionate people that have the potential to do great things.
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