I acquired and scaled a service-based business, leading day-to-day operations, improving systems, and building a reliable team to support consistent client delivery. My experience spans sales, compliance, staffing, and financial management. After a successful exit in 2022, I now seek to acquire and grow service businesses where I can apply my operational expertise, strategic mindset, and long-term ownership approach to drive sustainable value.
We are Ethan and Ryan Zeplin, two brothers with backgrounds in investment banking and private equity. Both graduates of the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business, we bring a strong foundation in financial analysis, deal execution, and strategic growth. We’re now focused on acquiring and operating a small-to-medium-sized business where we can create long-term value through hands-on ownership and thoughtful, sustainable improvements.Acquisition CriteriaIndustry: Business services, consumer services, niche manufacturing, or light industrial (open to other recession-resistant…
Lnkd Capital is a Vancouver-based Search Fund seeking acquisition targets in Canada and the USA with a primary focus in Metro Vancouver, Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest, as well as opportunistic searches in the Great Lakes region in Canada and the USA.
At KLL Group, our mission is to bring continuity to mature, cash-flowing businesses. We strive for a high-performance workplace by integrating advanced technologies and data-driven insights, ensuring smooth ownership transitions while preserving the seller’s legacy and growing long-term stakeholder value.
Professional background in trading, mainly equity derivatives and risk management, with more recent and budding experience in the eCommerce entrepreneurial space. Currently working and living in the greater New York City area. Outside of his finance career, Jeff pursues a fairly wide range of interests recreationally - craft beer & home brewing, woodworking, civil aviation, clothing design and construction, biotechnology investing, and avid follower of current events and politics mainly via podcasts and reading.
I intend to finance the acquisition of the target company through a combination of my own personal capital and an SBA‐backed loan facility. Leveraging these two sources will provide both the necessary equity contribution and favorable financing terms to support the purchase. Moreover, I have assembled a small group of private investors who are prepared to co‐invest alongside me, further strengthening our financial position and demonstrating robust external support for the transaction.
Waban Capital bridges the gap between traditional private equity and direct business ownership. We acquire proven small businesses generating $1M-$2M in EBITDA, offering investors lower minimum investments and quarterly distributions versus the high minimums and 5–7-year lockups typical of traditional PE funds providing a unique opportunity to participate in private market returns with greater liquidity.
Sufton LLC is a partnership between Faulkner Hereford and an experienced group of investors. We are operators looking to steward one business’ growth into the future. Sufton’s investor group operates as a single fund with committed capital, ensuring necessary funding to close transactions in a timely manner.
Proactive, valuation-savvy buyer with strong capital backing and streamlined execution. Actively seeking quality opportunities. Count on responsive communication, thoughtful diligence, and high certainty to close—maximizing value for all parties.
TAQL is dedicated to supporting a diverse portfolio of outdoor companies, encompassing a range of activities such as fishing, hunting, camping, boating, and more. Our goal is to combine the best possible outdoor companies under the same portfolio. We work with the best in the industry to ensure that our customers have access to the latest equipment and technology. We are passionate about the outdoors and are dedicated to the outdoors, health, and wellness.
We are a metro-Atlanta based firm that will acquire a proven business with a legacy uphold by June 2024. We are self-funded and focused on old economy b2b companies with 15+ years of profits, retiring ownership, and low customer concentration. Our managing partner, Shan Mehrotra, intends on being CEO of the firm we acquire.
Changebridge Growth Partners (CGP) is a traditional, partnered search fund looking to find one great business to operate for the long term. The firm's Principals bring a wide range of complementary professional experiences from investment banking, consulting, business development, corporate strategy, and entrepreneurship, which translate well into scaling and optimizing an SMB. CGP is backed by several prominent investors and advisors who bring several decades of operational and investment expertise within the lower middle market. The firm desires a US-based private business with a high…
Devereux brings a depth of experience across real estate, private equity and business operations. Joel's experience includes commercial real estate, a multi-unit franchise operator, and active investor in both real estate and private equity. He now oversees acquisitions and investor relations. Zack started his career in venture banking, and has since launched and closed a private debt fund, advised multiple small businesses on recapitalization strategies, and established a private equity search fund that led to the creation of a commercial security integration company and the acquisition of a…
Ayvan Partners is a fund 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.Gautam Gurijala is an experienced vice president with a demonstrated history of working in the banking industry. Skilled in trading systems, trading, hedge funds, derivatives, and equity derivatives.
I started Thrive acquisitions and consulting to help my close friends and now clients buy quality businesses in the DFW area. I am an Army Veteran with years of corporate management experience running programs for enterprises that impact as large as their 140,000 employee base.
Search fund with committed capital looking to acquire and operate a firm. I am targeting healthcare and SaaS companies with recurring revenue and EBITDA of over $1M. United States-based search, with a preference for the Midwest.
Grandview Peak Capital (GPC) was established for the sole purpose of acquiring and growing one outstanding business. With SaaS strategy, sales, consulting, and operations experience, GPC seeks to acquire a B2B software or services business for long-term growth.
Redwood Succession 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. Brendan Duebner founded Redwood Succession during his 2Y at Wharton to fulfill his dream of running a company. He brings a variety of leadership experience in a range of organizations, including three self-founded companies, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and as an Army combat arms officer. His goal is to work with the…
Rime Healthcare MSO LLC is 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.
Scissortail Legacy Partners (SLP) is an entrepreneur-led firm with solid investor support, dedicated to acquiring and operating one exceptional business. My mission is to preserve your business legacy through a seamless transition and a steadfast commitment to its protection and future growth.
