Cedar Ivy Group is a Cincinnati-based private investment firm acquiring privately held or family-owned businesses headquartered within 100 miles. Our focus is entrepreneurship through acquisition (EtA) for permanent equity. We are not a private equity fund with only short term goals.The management, investors and advisory team backgrounds allow us to pursue most industries. Our team has overseen companies recognized by Inc. 500, Deloitte Cincinnati 100, Cincinnati Business Courier, Ohio Small Business Development, Ohio News Network TV, Smart Business Magazine, Cincy…
Self and family sourced capital along with capital from investors in our
previous platform who realized great returns (>40% IRR) from a very successful
exit.
Long Term Family Owned Holding Company focusing on retail, wholesale and manufacturing businesses in Western Canada. We have a desire to be a long term home to excellent businesses that focus on being a great place for both their staff and customers.
The Gallery Company is a group of companies committed to transforming service industry practices.The gallery company is an Indianapolis-based, family-owned company comprised of 4 unique divisions driven by a shared goal: to provide unparalleled workmanship and outstanding customer service.to provide unparalleled workmanship and outstanding customer service."Our mission is to be recognized as a group of effective companies with integrated communication. We offer effective solutions to our customers in the segments of construction, skilled labor, and facility maintenance.
LeverEdge Association is a holding company based in Boston. Our largest company is Juno, which has originated $900M in consumer credit since 2018.LeverEdge was founded by Chris Abkarians and Nikhil Agarwal at Harvard Business School. It raised one round of venture financing before achieving profitability.
We are a private investment firm with offices in Chicago, Michigan and Los Angeles. We are focused on acquiring manufacturing companies with at least $1.5MM of EBITDA and management in place. Historically, we’ve acquired companies in the automotive, oil & gas, aerospace and health care industries. Since we acquire companies for our own account with no intention to sell, we also buy the related industrial real estate. We invest with our own capital and close quickly. We have dozens of references available upon request from our portfolio company sellers and brokers we’ve worked with in…
I partner strong companies with strong operators and give them full autonomy to grow the business. I am currently running the Permanant Equity model quietly while I'm building up the foundation. Between the five companies I have now, I should do ~7MM EBITDA in 2024.
Absoluta Armis Asset Holding Corp. 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.
Based in Chicago, Zeal (workwithzeal.com) is run by a team of former technology sales, marketing & operational professionals. The company invests in great businesses ranging from $3-$20 million in revenue and with net margins of 15% or more. Our aim is to bring long-term growth through streamlining and transforming sales & marketing efforts.We do not seek to flip businesses. We own for the long-term and provide business owners with a way to preserve their legacy and continue to improve employees livelihoods. Zeal leverages its management and operational background to bring real value that…
Merak Group 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, work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.
Vanguard Industrial Holdings is a holding company acquiring businesses focused on manufacturing for aerospace, defense, and robotics. We're committed to transacting efficiently with integrity. We also take pride in our entrepreneurial ethos, lean and agile mindset, and our remarkable ability to acquire top talent in challenging situations.
Long Road Partners is wholly owned and managed by its principals. Each of our business units and companies are staffed and managed by teams of highly-skilled, experienced professionals, all of whom share an unwavering commitment to our culture, values, and discipline and to the consistent delivery of successful results to our clients and portfolio companiesWhile our primary focus is on working with the best entrepreneurs with the right solutions, we will occasionally act as entrepreneurs ourselves, creating and acquiring companies that combine the right talent, capital, technology and…
We have been building businesses and creating great experiences for people for over 35 years. Our history has taught us a lot, and fuels us forward everyday as we look towards what’s next. We are passionate about delivering excellent results and keeping people first. That commitment has proven to be a successful formula for us, and one we believe will continue to carry us forward.
We recognize and appreciate the critical role that small and mid-sized businesses serve in communities and economies across the country. We founded WhiteHorn Partners with the goal of bringing our energy and passion to one such company while carrying forward its legacy and building upon its success. We come from a family with a history of entrepreneurship and success in building and growing businesses. Both sides of our family have experience with founding, operating, and exiting successful companies. On our father’s side of the family, our grandfather partnered with his father to…
Reify is a holdco with existing ownership of portfolio companies in Media & Design, Food & Beverage, and Imports & Exports. We understand by experience that each small business is different, and each situation is different. We're interested in healthy EBITDA small businesses and have experience centralizing functions that small businesses typically (finance, marketing, etc),
Palingen is an evergreen holding company that acquires lower middle market businesses from legacy-minded owners, invests deeply in the people, strengthens the operations, and stewards the companies for the long term.Our mission is to deliver superior long term economic results through investments in companies that are financially compelling, ethically sound, and socially uplifting.Palingen aims to be the most sought after capital partner for legacy-minded owners of quality businesses looking to monetize their life’s work.
Flower City Capital was founded in 2015 and manages over $300 million on behalf of HNW and UHNW families. It makes direct equity and credit investments through its dedicated private markets fund Allens Creek Partners, LP. with a focus on businesses in its geographic region (upstate New York) and the financial services vertical.
Lionshield is a private investment firm committed to long-term success by acquiring and growing 100% family-owned businesses in North America while providing exceptional leadership guided by solid core values.We were founded by entrepreneurs who understand the importance of preserving team, culture, and longevity of a business. Our model is simple, proven, and made to last for years to come. We buy and build exceptional businesses, arm them with great leadership, and hold them forever.We have committed capital and have raised a large fund, and are looking for 4 deals this year!
Desai Companies is a diversified holding company that provides stability and opportunity unlike others that place profits over people. The way we do business will leave a lasting impression on everyone we touch. The Desai family immigrated to the United States in the early eighties from Gujarat, India in the pursuit of new opportunities. The family’s early business ventures included drive-in restaurants and motels. Later, the family expanded its hotel operations to multiple locations and states. Currently, the primary business is the acquisition and development of individual companies.
Xwind is a family holding company seeking to invest in scaled businesses in the US for the long term.Owner-operator approach with long-term investment horizonPrior operating and investing experience in Fortune 500 and top tier private equity firmsStrong track record of value creation through operational excellenceSector expertise within Manufacturing, Distribution, Services, Consumer and Healthcare
