Hartman Search 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.
Lead Lap is a Northfield, Illinois-based private investment firm with several current investments in private companies. Lead Lap seeks control investments in the business services, consumer, online, education, information, media, marketing services, and health services sectors of small to mid-size company buyouts. Lead Lap also makes non-control growth capital investments in promising businesses. Lead Lap was founded by operating executive David F. Zucker ("Zucker"), who serves as Managing Partner, and made his first private company investment in 1994. Zucker combines twenty-three years of…
I have built multiple businesses and transformed them into leading middle market companies. After two successful exits, I plan to build a stable of "forever" businesses with my personal capital. I have a long-term time horizon and I never plan to sell. Additionally, I plan to operate the business with the current management team until I completely understand it and it is stable. My focus is on growth which is built through happy customers which is delivered by a strong, loyal team.
Camp Lake Capital (“CLC”) is a Chicago-based private investment firm focused on acquiring and growing lower middle-market industrial businesses for the long-term. We seek to partner with leading industrial companies led by best-in-class management teams who desire to grow with and participate in the ownership of the business. In addition to providing capital, CLC also offers a network of operating resources who can assist with growth and operational improvement in a variety of ways, from new customer relationships and strengthening market share to increasing operating margins and sourcing…
I am a single-member company that has acquired three businesses, ranging from 400k - 3 million in EBITDA. I take excess funds and invest in assisted living properties and various real estate development. I am looking to purchase another company, and am exploring a sale of one of my cos.
About Us: As a family office, 5 Nails Capital is a patient owner of companies with the flexibility of holding investments in perpetuity to generate outsized returns for all stakeholders.Mission: We transform businesses to enrich lives. With a long-term mindset rooted in the 80/20 principle, continuous improvement, and collaboration, we help companies build exceptional workplaces, solve customer's challenges, and create enduring value for all stakeholders.Experience: We combine operational leadership experience from roles at companies such as Danaher, IDEX, KKR, and International Paper,…
Paroya & Aslam Capital is a private investment firm focused on acquiring and operating essential service businesses across the U.S.—from dental and healthcare clinics to field services, logistics, and infrastructure. We’re not financial engineers. We’re operators who build cash-flow compounding platforms in sectors the modern economy can’t function without.We invest with discipline, structure for permanence, and scale with purpose—targeting companies with $1–5M in EBITDA, strong local presence, and recession-resistant demand. Our strategy is rooted in wartime thinking: acquire…
Greenhawk Holdings is a holding company headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with a strategic focus on acquiring and operating high-quality small businesses. The firm is operationally driven and legacy-oriented, emphasizing sustainable growth and long-term value creation. Greenhawk is committed to maintaining a strong operational focus, ensuring that each business under its umbrella is managed efficiently and effectively
Portage Ventures is a corporate entity formed by Mark Novakovich to manage his investments. Mark is focused on acquiring a small to medium sized businesses in the metro Chicagoland market, and stepping in as an operator. He would like to partner with an exceptional company seeking the next stage of growth.Industries of particular interest are chemicals, fuels/energies, metals, or asset/equipment-based businesses in construction materials, renting, leasing, etc.
In 2009, Jim Wong founded Brilliant™, a specialized staffing firm targeting the accounting, finance and IT sectors in Chicago and Florida. Under Jim’s leadership as CEO and Board member, Brilliant™ was recognized as the fastest growing company in Chicago and second fastest growing staffing company in America. Brilliant™ has continued to be named annually as one of Chicago’s 50 fastest growing companies since 2015. In 2018, Jim led Brilliant™ to a successful recapitalization transaction with Silver Oak Services Partners; and continues to provide strategic leadership to the business…
Actively looking to purchase a business in Wisconsin or northern Illinois. Specifically looking at accounting firms, trades, and commercial cleaning companies, among others. Born and raised in SE Wisconsin. Nearly 10 years of experience buying and selling companies.
Partnership of investor/operators. We are investing our own time and dollars to partner with founder-owners to scale private businesses. In the past two years, we have had 2 outstanding exit events and we look to reload with a new platform or 2.
Midwest-focused acquirer seeking high-quality services and niche industrial companies. Experienced investor with a track record in private equity and public markets, now sourcing proprietary and advisor-led opportunities across the region.
Pine Harbor Industrial Partners is a Chicago-based independent sponsor focused on direct investments in distribution-oriented businesses across the industrial sector. We target founder- and family-owned companies with $10M–$40M in revenue and $1.0M–$7.5M in EBITDA, with a sub-sector focus on fasteners, MRO, metalworking, sealing and conveyance, and specialty industrial components.Our team combines institutional investment discipline with firsthand operating experience. Co-founder Michael Chudacoff is the former President of Midwest Truck & Auto Parts, which he led through its sale to…
AMS Capital is a Midwest-based family office specializing in the acquisition and operation of small to mid-sized businesses. The firm is dedicated to offering founders a flexible and dignified exit strategy, ensuring a seamless transition and continued growth for the businesses it acquires. With a focus on maintaining the legacy and culture of the companies it invests in, AMS Capital positions itself as a trusted partner for business owners seeking a strategic exit. The firm operates out of Chicago, Illinois and is focused on Midwest-based opportunities.
GPC believes that collaboration, experience and enthusiasm can enhance small businesses on the top line and bottom line. We’re focused on growing businesses, not reducing headcount.The team specializes in the physical world. We’re focused on distribution, industrials and light manufacturing. Our team has experience in large, medium and small businesses from start-up through maturity.We grow businesses the old-fashioned way by listening to customers and growing with them. Email is nice, but personal interactions are better.We are concerned with all stakeholders. A company is only as…
I'm an experienced operator and private investor based in Chicago, acquiring businesses through my firm, Blackspear, LLC. With a $30MM+ net worth and $10MM in liquid capital, I'm actively seeking to acquire one or more lower-middle market companies with $750K–$3MM in EBITDA across industries like property/home services, B2B services, specialized manufacturing and healthcare. I’m a cash buyer—no debt, no outside LPs—able to move quickly and close with certainty. I’m looking to build a portfolio of high-quality businesses and value long-term relationships with intermediaries who bring…
Interested in food/ag businesses $5MM EBITDA. Experienced in food/ag. Main focus is on B2B supply chain companies related to premium ingredients for human consumption, animal feed, pet food, specialty fertilizer.
We are a husband-and-wife team actively seeking to acquire a well-established, B2B business. Our preference is for companies based in Illinois, though we’re also open to opportunities across the Midwest and beyond if the fit is right. We’re looking for businesses with $700K or more in SDE, ideally in industries such as commercial construction and the skilled trades (HVAC, plumbing, electrical), light manufacturing, logistics, IT, or business services.I currently work in consulting, with a background in commercial banking and Big 4 advisory. My experience spans financial analysis,…
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