We acquire mission-critical vertical software businesses from founders and operators.What we buy:$15-75M revenue85%+ gross retention20%+ EBITDA marginsSystems of record with high switching costsOur BackingWe're partnered with a $4.4 billion investing platform with a track record of building investment theses alongside operators from inception.Our CEO previously launched a $600M venture studio that incubated over 130 software businesses. That experience shapes how we think about building businesses for the long term.Capital structure: No fund timeline. No forced exits. We underwrite to current…
Integrated Partners focuses on partnering with executives to acquire and operate companies in the executives industry of interest. Integrated Partners will provide strategic support and identify add on acquisitions while allowing the executive to focus on operational excellence and organic growth.
Entrepreneur and M&A principal based in Miami. I have built tools for both sides of the deal table, have deep roots in family-owned healthcare and pharmacy exits, and carry a wide network across the M&A ecosystem from advisors and capital partners to operators and owners. I understand what sellers are actually going through because I have been close to those transitions, and I know what it takes on the buy side to get a deal done without unnecessary friction. When I am in a deal I am not just a check. I am an active participant who knows the process, respects what was built, and is…
Brian C. Zollar is Managing Partner at Go To Retail, where he focuses on acquiring, building, and scaling consumer products and retail-oriented businesses. With more than 25 years of executive leadership experience, Brian has worked across large corporate enterprises, early and growth-stage companies, private equity-backed businesses, and entrepreneurial ventures.Most recently, Brian served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Timilon Corporation, a technology and advanced materials company. Throughout his career, he has built and led high-performing teams, developed commercial growth…
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.
Harbor Canyon Capital acquires and operates profitable businesses in California, Arizona, Nevada, as well as businesses that can be operated remotely.We seek founder- or family-owned companies with recurring revenue, strong customer relationships, and proven operating histories. We are flexible regarding management continuity and will work with existing teams or implement new leadership when appropriate to support the long-term success of the business.Our team brings transaction and financing expertise, and we partner with management to provide the operational support best suited to each…
Bluffton Capital is an independent sponsor investment firm dedicated to acquiring established services businesses across North and South Carolina. With a focus on the Carolinas, Bluffton Capital seeks to invest in and grow businesses within this region, leveraging its expertise and resources to enhance operational efficiencies and drive growth. The firm operates as a private equity entity, providing strategic guidance and capital to its portfolio companies. Bluffton Capital's commitment to the local market and its strategic investment approach make it a significant player in the regional…
West Elk Partners is an independent sponsor focusing on controlling acquisitions in the industrial manufacturing/distribution and business services segments. Our firm creates value through a people-first approach to driving sustainable growth alongside like-minded entrepreneurs. Our partners bring 40+ years of M&A advisory and operational leadership to the table, in addition to deep relationships with capital partners, operating partners and industry-focused advisors.Investment typesRecapitalizationFamily successionFull buyoutAreas of focusFood and beverageLight / specialty…
Golden Bear Partners is a private equity firm that specializes in investing in essential services companies within the healthcare, business, and consumer markets. The firm is led by its founder and managing partner, Michael Fisher, who brings nearly two decades of experience in investing in founder-owned companies. Golden Bear Partners focuses on partnering with exceptional leaders to build enduring businesses, particularly those with strong cultures and financial performance ranging from $2 to $10 million in EBITDA. The firm seeks to be the first round of institutional capital for these…
Orimar Capital works with business owners to provide them a seamless transition to exit, often one which enables them to remain in the company in some capacity.This means business owners can be a part of the growth without being the one shouldering all the responsibility.We always have growth in mind for the businesses we acquire, as we look to honor the legacy of the business and we look to make them reach their highest potential in the industry.
Regent Capital LLC Independent Sponsor — Lower Middle Market AcquisitionsRegent Capital is a fundless sponsor acquiring profitable, founder-led businesses in the lower middle market ($500K–$3M EBITDA). We pursue control investments in tech-enabled services and recurring-revenue B2B businesses where operational discipline and targeted technology investment can drive sustainable margin expansion.Target Profile:EBITDA: $500K – $3MEnterprise value: $2M – $15MGeography: U.S., with preference for Northeast and remote-operable businessesRecurring or contracted revenue ≥ 50%Established…
Trident Equity Group is a private equity firm that specializes in crafting tailored transition plans for business owners. With a focus on enduring value and a flexible, owner-friendly culture, Trident Equity Group is backed by committed capital and experienced operators. The firm is dedicated to ensuring long-term business growth and success for its clients. Trident Equity Group operates with a strategic approach, managing a portfolio of 10 companies, and is known for its emphasis on aligning with the values and priorities of business owners during transitions.
Search fund sponsor backed by HNW, family office, and search fund of funds investors. Differentiated with speed and certainty of execution. Focused on US-based opportunities with a general mandate across geographic and industry-scope, though there is a preference for B2B opportunities in the government services, medical, software, and F&B (logistics, distribution, production, packing, and wholesaling) spaces given operational expertise in these fields. Opportunities must generate a minimum of $1.25M of pre-tax earnings annually. Although the current portfolio consists of minority stakes,…
N3 Capital Management is a private investment firm based in Chicago, IL. We focus on acquiring or investing flexible capital solutions into lower middle-market businesses in the United States.We partner with entrepreneurs, families, other investors and management teams to transition and scale companies in the industrial/manufacturing, consumer, and business services sectors.Within real estate, we partner with asset owners, developers, and lenders who are seeking creative and flexible non-control capital solutions.When acquiring a majority stake in a company, we bring a hands-on, long-term…
We are a small group of private individual investors / sponsors. We have up to $2M (+/-) in deployable capital, excluding debt financing. We are headed up by Steve Tucker, a corporate attorney with over 25 years' experience in M&A, real estate, and finance. Steve is acting in a business (not legal) capacity with respect to this effort, and will be a co-investor in any acquisition.Unlike a "professional" acquisition firm, we are very flexible on deal structures. We're primarily looking for an acquisition where current employees and management remain in place post-closing (including current…
Looking for first business acquisition candidate. Broad and diverse set of skills. Able to optimize processes, streamline business activity, and automate to improve bottom line and set up for next sell.
I'm Matt Rothberg, an independent sponsor and experienced operator backed by committed investors and creditors ready to fund acquisitions up to $35 million. At AVC, my goal is to personally operate and strategically build a platform business. With $5M in SBA financing pre-approved and the remaining capital stack at the ready, I can close efficiently and confidently. I value collaboration with advisors and brokers who can connect me with the right foundational business that fits this strategy. If you represent sellers interested in a well-capitalized partner dedicated to a successful exit, I'd…
JKMB is an independent sponsor that partners with outstanding healthcare services businesses to help them grow and scale. We leverage our deep investing and operating experience, working alongside management to accelerate their vision.
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…
Family office backed sponsor, seeking opportunities in the waste equipment and logistics space as well as the behavioral healthcare industry, where we have extensive operating partner support and expertise.
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