We are a holding company and independent sponsor. We look to partner with solid operators and management teams who are staying on (while the current owner exits), incentivizing them economically towards a successful outcome.
Callaghan Enterprises ("CE") is a private equity investment firm that seeks to acquire majority interests in lower middle market Family/Founder owned businesses based in the USA. CE seeks to acquire private businesses that have demonstrated a history of revenue growth, healthy margins, and positive cash flow. CE invests in businesses with earnings growth potential and a clear path to the creation of shareholder value. CE invests with a view toward partnering with existing management to build and grow the business and take it to its next stage of development.
EIR Capital is led by experienced investors who have deployed over $2B into private / growth equity investments. EIR Capital seeks to invest family office and partner fund capital into lower mid-market businesses with experienced management teams in a range of industries.
Fox River Capital is a dedicated group of experienced Wisconsin-based investors and business owners who are intentionally focused on Wisconsin. We use our combined investing and business operating experiences to promote strategic opportunities for those looking to diversify portfolios or take on new business roles. We’re passionate about driving change and growth in area businesses while providing long lasting value for customers, employees, and communities at large.
VeriQuest Investors is a private equity investment firm focused on investing in middle market companies. We focus primarily on control investments in businesses with $2-$25+ million in EBITDA and then actively work with management to help each business achieve its potential and to maximize stakeholder valueWe target investments in middle market businesses in the Consumer, Industrial/Materials, Business Services and Technology sectors as well as other unique or complex situations where we believe we can add value.
Tucker McCready is an independent sponsor 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.
Edgehill Management is an entrepreneurial investment firm looking to acquire and manage a small or medium-sized company in the United States. We want to partner with an owner looking to transition out of their business, providing a smooth path for them to preserve their legacy while securing a great financial outcome for the business they’ve built.Team's prior deal experience…
Northern Legacy is an independent sponsor investment firm dedicated to acquiring established Minnesota-based services businesses and building upon their legacy. Luke Musech is the leading principal and has prior CEO and private equity investing experience. Northern Legacy is financially backed by a concentrated group of high-net worth individuals and family capital. The senior advisory board includes veteran CEOs and private equity professionals.
Crate Capital buys, builds, and operates exceptional small businesses and holds them for the long-term.We are a unique option for business owners that care about the future of their companies and employees, and we differ from traditional private equity and other investors for three reasons:1. Certainty of Close and a Professional Deal Process Our committed investor group ensures that we will have the funds to close. Our experience as private equity investors allows us to run an efficient deal process with no unexpected surprises and unnecessary…
I am an independent sponsor planning to acquire and operate a company using a mix of loans, personal capital, and a preferred equity raise. I have six years of M&A experience through Investment Banking and Private Equity, most recently as a Senior Associate at Gauge Capital. I led M&A transactions and provided operational support across the healthcare and business services industries for our $2.5B AUM fund. On the sell-side, I worked at Cowen Partners providing M&A advisory services in the consumer industry, with a specialization in pet products and services.I left Gauge in 2021…
Orono Group is a lower-market buyout fund that makes majority investments and provides a management transition. Orono Group was founded by Alex Ginsberg, an exited-searcher who completed a consolidation in a transportation services niche, closing eight acquisitions in 5 years to build a 500+ employee, 350 vehicle business across 5 states. Alex is an operator who has tremendous founder empathy and an ability to connect with operators on both a business and personal level. Orono's funding comes from a mix of personal capital and investors that Alex worked with closely on previous deals. Orono…
SCALE Private Equity Partners is a private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. We dig deep to fully understand the goals of the seller while maintaining the vision and legacy of their company where possible. Post acquisition, we work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders including employees and partners.
Owl Bayou is seeking to acquire a lower middle-market company located around Texas. Our founder is a recent Rice University MBA graduate with 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure and project management at a Fortune 500 company focused on sustainable energy solutions. Post acquisition, he plans to work closely with the business to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.
Independent financial sponsor founded by an experienced investment banking and principal investing professional. The firm is focused primarily on investments in Texas and California.
Shingle Hill Capital is a private investment firm focused on investing in family or founder owned businesses. We serve as successors in business ownership with a disciplined focus of growing exceptional businesses while upholding relationships with a company's four key stakeholders: former owners, current employees, historic customers and trusted vendors.We are capitalized by a collection of family offices and private investment funds preferring to participate on a deal by deal basis.
GDGC Holdings LLC 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.
Black Sands is an investment firm that partners with small and medium-sized businesses in legacy industries with significant potential. We seek to drive growth through technology and aim to build high-performing and high-integrity teams with strong organizational cultures.
Based in the Minneapolis area, Minnehaha Equity LLC was launched in 2020 by David Shuler to pursue investments in the consumer, food and agriculture sectors with <$10 MM EBITDA ($1-5 MM sweet spot), with a special interest in companies that address healthy living, clean label, food safety, supply chain efficiency, and/or sustainability. We are equally interested in branded consumer products as well as companies involved with contract manufacturing, ingredients, logistics, services, distribution, packaging, and other aspects within the supply chain. Minnehaha is open to either buyouts or…
La Vita Group develops investment partnerships among various industries. We buy and manage companies with a focus on maximizing profitability. We are constantly looking for new opportunities and partnerships.
Pontis Group is an Independent Sponsor and an advisory firm based in the Dallas – Ft. Worth area. We are actively seeking acquisition opportunities for products and services companies in the industrial sector in the $ three million to $ ten million EBITDA range (more details on investment criteria HERE.)
