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…
GT Global is an industrial group with over 110 years of operating history across real estate, food & beverage, logistics, manufacturing, hospitality, and other industries. We are deeply committed to delivering value through outstanding service and tailored solutions in each of the end markets we serve.As a thesis-driven investment firm, we focus on building market-leading businesses through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions. This dual approach makes GT Global not only a trusted operator, but also a long-term, value-oriented partner for companies looking to scale in the U.S.…
Henry Lau is a proven operations and commercial leader with 10+ years across Fortune 500 enterprises and high growth, investor-backed companies in regulated, asset intensive industries. He has owned multi million dollar P&Ls, led safety-critical construction and manufacturing operations, and directed capex/opex planning, preventive maintenance, and supply chain/vendor performance. He has navigated OSHA/EPA and state permitting, worked directly with regulators and utilities, and secured public and private funding—including equity, credit facilities, and non dilutive grants. Henry holds a…
I currently serve as the Head of Business Development in my company, where I lead strategic initiatives across brand acquisition and market expansion. Over the past four years, I have played a key role in driving the company’s growth through the acquisition of multiple brands and businesses across different countries — including notable transactions involving assets from companies within the Fortune 100 listMy responsibilities span the full spectrum of the M&A process, including due diligence, financial and commercial analysis, and negotiation of acquisition terms. This also extends…
210 Industrial Intelligence is a Texas-based holding company backed by personal capital and strategic partners. We acquire and grow industrial services businesses, leveraging deep industry experience and operational expertise.
Check out our website satchcoholdings.comWe seek out companies that have the potential to thrive for generations, not just investment cycles. We understand the foundation of a business's success is in their people, their products and services, and their ability to adapt and problem solve. Our investments grow through developing leaders, providing business financing/strategic capital, and offering guidance at key milestones.
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.
Evermore Industries is a holding company that partners with business owners to help them establish a plan for the next generation of their business. We seek to acquire a majority interest in our partner businesses, though unlike other investors, we have no intention or need to ever sell an investment.
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),
Flower City Capital was founded in 2015 and manages over $400 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.
Mix Tape Ventures is a diversified management company whose companies are focused on industries including: commercial refrigeration parts and service, personalized gifting, and specialty food distribution. MTV oversees the operations of its companies, allocates resources among them, and helps to improve the performance of its operations.
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.
Vetrinox Capital Partners 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.
INFOR Financial Group has a permanent capital base and decades of experience partnering with entrepreneurs at all stages to help facilitate recapitalizations, corporate carve-outs, management buyouts and entrepreneur or family succession. We pride ourselves on our ability to provide creative and flexible capital to our portfolio partners, and believe that part of our role as entrepreneurs supporting entrepreneurs is to partner with and support emerging companies as we help them to achieve their corporate goals.
Verdo was my grandfather. As a son and grandson of small business entrepreneurs, I have lived through the ups and downs of small business my entire life. I know what you are going through as a business owner thinking about how to transition out of your business. Just last year, I was sitting on your side of the table, with my father, selling our family business to a regional competitor.There is a lot of uncertainty, emotion, and challenge to transitioning away from something you have worked so hard on over the years. I am here to ease that transition and partner with you, your team, and…
Quinsig Capital 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.
Tucker’s Farm Corporation is a value-oriented holding vehicle modeled after Berkshire Hathaway. Founded in 1994 as a small goat dairy, the farm has grown into a family of companies across industries and geographies. Capitalized with a long-term equity base, the farm aims to deploy ~$60 million of equity capital every year as it seeks to find and compound cash flows through highly active M&A strategies in the lower-middle market (and still boasts a strong herd of ~20 Nubian half-pygmy goats).
Searching via this entity, but own / control multiple companies. One owns single tenant net leased properties, one builds and operates car washes (express tunnel, in-bay and self-serve), one is a software company providing a B2C platform in the aging / senior care space. Multiple transactions closed in both the software and land / car wash space.
We are a privately held investment company, with both direct and indirect investments. Occasionally, we will accept an advisory assignment.When investing directly, we can be a principal investor, or act as an independent sponsor. Our investment activities are typically tied to our involvement as an active board member, operating partner, or senior advisor.We are internationally active with a diversified portfolio in farming, manufacturing, financial services and real estate development.
Most Recent Transactions
Advisor
Nov 2016
Growth Capital for Juniper Glass PLC (Ethiopia), a Roha Africa Holdings LLC company
secured investment from
Consol Glass Proprietary Limited (RSA), Development Bank of Ethiopia
