“See the trail, not the rocks.” A lesson learned from mountain biking and applied to life, this is how my grandpa taught me to see the world. It has shaped how I lead my family, how I work, and now, how I am approaching business ownership.I am a Colorado-based husband, father of four, and acquisition entrepreneur. My goal is to strengthen the social fabric of my community through one of the most powerful tools for generating prosperity: small business. I believe that taking care of employees, customers, and my family isn’t a balancing act – it’s a flywheel whose virtuous cycle is a…
Next Generation Partners (NGP) is a group of three former entrepreneurs. We have acquired companies as a group and as individuals. We each have also had success starting, building, and exiting one or more companies. We are funded by our partners’ equity capital and conventional bank financing. We target established, profitable small companies that have succeeded for decades and have owners ready for the next generation to continue their legacy.NGP and its partners take an active role in its portfolio companies. We partner with existing management and sometimes…
LVR Partners is a private investment firm focused on partnering with exceptional management teams in the lower middle market. We bring over 30 years of private equity experience, having worked with companies from $25 million to several billion in revenue. Our flexible capital solutions—ranging from majority recapitalizations to minority growth investments—are designed to meet each partner’s unique needs. Post-close, we take an active role to accelerate growth while preserving the culture and legacy that drive long-term success.
Experienced leader seeking to acquire and operate an established, technology-enabled business in the Tech/B2B Services, Manufacturing/Distribution, or Specialized Services sectors. I specialize in driving growth by modernizing operations through AI, automation, and digital e-commerce strategies. My goal is to find a platform with proven demand where I can apply my "shop floor to boardroom" leadership style to build a lasting family legacy and strengthen community ties through entrepreneurship.
I am an independent investment professional, investor and sponsor focused on control investments in durable, profitable small and medium-sized businesses. I work with long-term capital partners, including family offices and private equity investors, with significant experience in industrial and manufacturing niches across Europe and North America. I am particularly interested in opportunities where there is a capable management team in place and the potential for long-term partnership. Trading as Sourced Equity Partners.
Company OverviewUmara Holdings is a California-based long-term holding company focused on acquiring and operating established lower middle market businesses across the Western United States.We seek durable, cash-flowing companies with strong fundamentals, recurring or repeat demand, experienced teams, and opportunities for thoughtful operational improvement. Our approach is people-first and long-term oriented: we aim to preserve the seller’s legacy, support employees, strengthen customer relationships, and build enduring value over time.Umara is characteristics-led rather than strictly…
We are interested in cash-gen businesses primarily in Tech and FinTech with EBITDA of 1-10 million USD. We can take significant minority and majority stakes.Our strategy is buy and hold with a focus on dividend yield.
Carrollton Growth is a lower-middle market sponsor focused on multi-unit and service businesses. Carrollton Growth leverages its expertise to enhance the growth and operational efficiency of its portfolio companies.
Legacy South Capital Partners is a Texas-based, family investment vehicle focused on partnering with family owned businesses through the South. We have ultimate flexibility with regard to structure, deal size and hold period of investment.
Shear Line Capital targets lower middle market manufacturing and essential
services businesses. Our firms first investment is in an electrical connector
business, and we spend a good amount of time in the interconnect space, as
well as several other industrial technology niches.
Atkinson Consulting: Investment vehicle of two experienced business operators with $3M deployable capital and capacity for acquisitions up to $30M. Focus on technical staffing with government contracts, SaaS with recurring revenue, commercial property management, or other professional services. Target EBITDA: $1-10M. We bring operational expertise in federal (FEMA) contracting, technical recruitment, and business optimization. Seeking stable, recurring revenue businesses with growth potential.
Zion Peak is an independent sponsor firm seeking to acquire a profitable, customer-obsessed services business with minimum $2M+ EBITDA. We bring deep operational expertise, long-term capital, and a founder-friendly approach to help great companies reach their next peak. We’re hands-on, values-driven, and committed to lasting success.
TP Booker is an Independent Sponsor. We target founder/entrepreneur owned and led companies in the US and Canada, with EBITDA ranging from $2M-$6M, with up to $30M in revenue, and up to $30M in Enterprise Value. We are primarily interested in low tech, high cash flow and well managed companies that fall into either of these categories: industrial services/product, manufacturing, business services, transportation/logistics, and construction.
Manolin Investment Group combines the perspective and experience of an operator with the execution capabilities of an experienced financial buyer. Our Approach:Long-term business buildersWe look for platform opportunities with the intention to compound earnings over 5-10 years or longer. Quality takes time.Flexible capitalWe raise capital separately for each situation and customize the cap stack around the needs and goals of the business.Partnership drivenPartnership is our core value. We look for strong operators that want to stay involved and grow the business together.Hands-on and…
Metamorph Investors LLC (“Metamorph”) is an operations-led private investment firm with offices in Miami, London and Dubai, investing across the U.S., Europe and the UAE. We focus exclusively on the underserved lower-middle market, where financial engineering is not enough, and value is created through operational transformation. The firm’s growth-minded approach allows it to help founders and management teams scale their businesses with the tools and expertise typically not found in this segment of the market. Our founders came together not to continue the traditional private equity…
Prisma Capital is a private investment firm that specializes in the acquisition and active management of middle-market companies.We focus on companies in growth sectors that offer strong revenues and predictable cash flow generation.We partner with proven management teams with successful track records who can lever our finance, business, and investing expertise to create value for their companies.
Alder Bridge Partners is a Delaware-based private investment firm making long-term investments in high quality small businesses. We believe small business investing requires a different approach than traditional private equity. Our objective is to help successful small businesses achieve greater scale and profitability, and to provide investors with access to attractive returns in an under-served market.We look for long standing companies with defensible value propositions. Our approach is to partner with strong management teams to help businesses continue their success, enhance…
Contour Point Capital, LLC (“CPC”) was formed in 2025 to invest in middle market companies primarily in industries where the principals and operating partners have extensive knowledge and experience. We have a proven record of building stronger and more operationally efficient businesses. Our goal is to be an involved and value-added investor and strategic partner to the management teams and other stakeholders of our portfolio companies. CPC was founded by Andrew Mueller, who has 15+ years of experience as a private equity investor. Previously he was a senior…
Cornerstone Managers is an entrepreneurial investment company that partners with management teams to building long-lasting businesses. We acquire businesses we plan to own and operate for the long term. Our target companies serve the evolving consumer landscape.
Seeking businesses that have a leading position in a market niche as well as the ability to scale without significant growth capex. We deploy a long-term vision to drive growth and profitability. Our 'family-first' approach applies to our business ventures and we will continue to honor and work to exceed your commitments to all employees and partners
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