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Continuum Legacy Partners

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We are a dynamic duo of experienced and passionate entrepreneurs dedicated to leveraging our combined expertise to identify, acquire, and transform promising businesses into thriving enterprises. 

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• Jul 2024 Acquired Confidential Company

Saga Growth Partners

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Saga Growth Partners is an operator-led venture focused on lower middle-market opportunities in the U.S. Our founder is a serial entrepreneur who has owned and operated multiple businesses in industries ranging from moving and storage services to real estate. We partner with transitioning owners to continue the saga of their company.

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• Feb 2023 Acquired Confidential Company

Pixel Consulting LLC

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Ivan Gottberg is an Industrial Sales Executive with extensive experience in managing full P&L ownership, overseeing approximately $125 million in revenue, and leading a team of around 180 colleagues. His responsibilities span across various domains including Sales, Business Development, Service, Operations, Finance, and HR. His leadership and strategic direction have been pivotal in driving growth and operational efficiency within the organization.

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Pivotal Alpha

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Pivotal Alpha is composed of two founding partners that look to leverage their deep expertise in financial and operational performance improvement, turnaround, M&A, corporate development, and private equity. The partners bring bring nearly 25 years of combined experience in operational and investment experience. Combined, the partners have restructured $30+ billion in debt, prepared a company for a ~$300m sale, performed 10+ deal originations, and improved the operations of several multi-billion-dollar companies across multiple industries.

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Cascade Industrial Water

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Cascade Industrial Water is a specialized company focused on providing innovative water treatment solutions for industrial applications. They offer a range of services designed to optimize water usage and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Their expertise lies in developing customized water management strategies that enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs for their clients. With a commitment to sustainability, Cascade Industrial Water leverages advanced technologies to deliver effective and reliable water treatment solutions, positioning themselves as a leader in the…

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Stirgus Capital

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Stirgus Capital is a Chicago-based acquisition firm focused on acquiring and operating established lower middle-market businesses throughout the Midwest. We seek profitable companies with strong teams, recurring customer relationships, and opportunities to create long-term value through operational excellence, technology adoption, and disciplined financial management. Our preferred industries include business services, light manufacturing, industrial services, distribution, and specialty financial services.Our founder, James Stirgus, is an Army Veteran and finance professional with experience…

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CGS Capital LLC

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CGS Capital is a search fund looking to acquire a $1-$2 million EBITDA business in the B2B industrial service space. This closely aligns with my experience managing suppliers for various heavy industry manufacturers.

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Kinetic Point Capital

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I am an engineer and management consultant focused on acquiring a company of at least $1M EBITDA, in arenas where I have expertise. My 12+ years of experience in medical devices, wastewater treatment, and industrial automation.As an engineer I focused on product development and operations, and as a consultant I specialized in turnarounds, M&A integration, and growth strategy.My capital (no less than $10M) is primarily from family offices, and we are ready to deploy quickly for the right deal.I have a track record of excellence in operational turnarounds and management, with hands-on…

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CoreScale Holdings

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CoreScale Holdings, founded by Alvaro Ludowieg and Shreyas Kadaba, is looking to acquire and operate one outstanding privately held business for the long term. Not to resell, but to become its next generation of owner-operators, preserving the culture and legacy its owner built.We're targeting companies with strong fundamentals: recurring revenue, stable cash flows, long-standing customer relationships, and clear room for operational growth.

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Mohsen Torabi

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I am a strategic quality and engineering leader with more than 15 years of experience leading complex technical and professional organizations. My career has focused on building disciplined, scalable systems that support compliance, operational excellence, and consistent client delivery in regulated environments.I combine a strong analytical and technical background with a collaborative leadership approach centered on clarity, trust, and accountability. I have led diverse teams, improved processes, and strengthened organizational capabilities while maintaining continuity for clients and…

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Britt OHalloran

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Searching for a small manufacturing business in Chicago to own and operate. Interested in stamping, screw machining, or other small metal component manufacturing. Looking for something in the 3-8MM revenue range.

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Grant Williams

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I am an acquisition entrepreneur looking to acquire and operate a B2B product or service business in the Chicagoland area or Northwest Indiana generating $750k - $2M in annual profit. I have experience as a GM, strategist, management consultant, and investment banker, bringing breadth and depth of cross-functional expertise that allows me to serve as a versatile 'utility' team leader and 'player-coach' focused on building exceptional team culture and delivering results. I have a long-term investment horizon, intending to run the business I acquire for the duration of my career. I am a…

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BridgeLink Holdings

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Bridgelink Holdings is a small, entrepreneur-led firm dedicated to acquiring and operating small businesses with a focus on long-term growth and legacy preservation. Led by a Navy veteran, the company emphasizes operational discipline and mission-driven leadership. It partners with business owners who are planning retirement or exploring a 100% exit, ensuring a seamless transition and continued success of the business. With a commitment to integrity and growth, Bridgelink Holdings supports America's small businesses by linking capital with leadership, fostering a sustainable and prosperous…

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Stone Ridge Partners Capital

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Stone Ridge Partners Capital is a holding company focused on acquiring and operating B2B services businesses in the lower middle market. We target founder-owned and family-owned businesses generating $500K–$1.5M in EBITDA, with a preference for companies with recurring revenue, strong customer retention, and durable competitive positioning.Stone Ridge is SDVOSB-certified. This certification unlocks direct access to federal set-aside contracts and sole-source procurement channels, creating a meaningful growth lever for acquired businesses with existing or latent government customer…

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Hudson Street Ventures

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Hudson Street was founded by an entrepreneur like you. Our mission is to help small business owners by providing liquidity and the next generation of leadership. We bring (1) the capital to buy your business, (2) the expertise to efficiently close the deal, and (3) will gladly relocate to run your business full-time.

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Liri Capital, LLC

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Liri Capital was founded to provide fair, flexible, and stable succession opportunities to small business owners looking to bring new energy into their business. For business owners looking to begin the next stage, Liri Capital offers a unique transition opportunity that is focused on the future, but grounded in history.

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Daniel Klek

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B2B Services AcquisitionMission: Seasoned revenue leader and Elmhurst, IL resident seeking to acquire and lead a single B2B/Commerccial services company in the Chicagoland area. I am a local operator (not a fund) focused on a 15+ year stewardship of an established business. I am not looking to "rip and replace", but rather, I want to build on the existing foundation of long-term employees and the customer base to grow the organization. Target Criteria:SDE / EBITDA: $600,000 – $900,000.Industries: Industrial Services, Regulatory Compliance, Technical Managed Services, or Niche…

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Indigo Group

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Your interests share a clear theme: essential, mission-critical services and infrastructure. This covers home care, fire protection, facility maintenance, payments, and specialized trade services without locking you into one industry.Technology should be positioned as an additional tool that supports employees and strengthens proven operations, not as a replacement for people or the seller’s methods.Revised DescriptionI’m an immigrant raised in an entrepreneurial household, where I learned the hard work and personal sacrifice required to build a lasting business. Over the past decade at…

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Next Haven Group

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Next Haven Group is a committed capital search fund with a goal to identify, acquire, and operate an existing private company with an enterprise value between $5-$50 million.Our long-term capital allows us to focus on growth, not quick flips, and to build on an owner’s legacy, not change it. We work hands-on with the existing leadership team to operate the business. The Managing Partner, Christine Koval, has started three businesses and been through an IPO. She led 100+ person teams across business development, growth strategy, deal negotiations, new product development, sales, marketing,…

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Engro & Associates LLC

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Seasoned operating executive with 25+ years of senior commercial leadership across the pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical-device industries, now seeking to acquire and personally operate one established, profitable business. My background spans building operations, patient/customer-support infrastructure, distribution networks, and cross-functional teams from the ground up, plus an MBA and a track record of scaling product launches well beyond target.Acquisition focus: healthy, cash-flowing companies up to ~$5M enterprise value, ideally with $500K+ in annual owner earnings/EBITDA and a…

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