Trestle Equity is a Maryland-based investment firm focused on acquiring and growing a high-quality local businesses. With nearly two decades of experience across private equity, engineering, and finance, Trestle Equity's leadership is committed to carrying forward the owners' legacy while supporting employees and customers for the long haul.
I’m searching for a profitable and scalable small business to buy. I will partner with the management team to preserve the legacy of the retiring business owner while guiding the business towards its next chapter of success. I have 20+ years experience in operations, project management, and leading teams. I have personal capital and lender support. My acquisition criteria is $2-12M in revenue, 15% net margins, and located in Central Texas or remote.
Executive leader with 20+ years of experience driving business transformation, global operations, and project portfolio management across the energy and SaaS sectors. Proven record of P&L leadership, turning around underperforming units, and delivering $500M+ in software and services revenue. Bilingual in English and French, with expertise in scaling SaaS businesses, international project execution, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence.
Raj Jayaraman is an individual lead investor, backed by reliable funding sources. He is currently focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. Raj targets deals in the revenue range of $2M to $10M, and are looking for opportunities primarily in the Mid-West. Key criteria are stable, recurring revenue businesses with dependable cash flow, and experienced staff that will stay on post acquisition.Raj has managed large, global transformations for Fortune 100 companies. He has significant business development and sales experience within the Enterprise and Public Sector space. In addition, he has…
Focused on acquiring and scaling privately held businesses, leveraging 20+ years of experience advising private equity investors on M&A, growth strategy, and operational improvement. Drawing on leadership roles at Bain & Company, including leading the Business Services sector for North American Private Equity and Learning & Development for the global PE practice.Currently evaluating opportunities to acquire, invest in, and grow businesses in the Midwest region.
Rahul Bhatt is an individual investor 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.
Hi, I’m Tyler, Founder and Managing Director of Hatch Equity.After spending many years in investment banking and high-growth technology, I turned my focus to the small business universe, wanting to continue down the path my father had gone. In speaking with many business owners, I discovered that the exit opportunities available for small businesses did not provide owners with a great way to pass on their legacies.I found, as many owners often do, that traditional private equity acquirers often only aim to run a business they acquire for 5-7 years, and have motivation to reduce staff and…
Elms Collective specializes in identifying and acquiring strong, enduring businesses in the lower middle market.We provide a permanent, values-driven home for great businesses — preserving business owners legacies, and developing a succession plan to carry it forward.Our focus is on partnering with established companies across the manufacturing and business services sectors, providing capital, strategic support, and hands-on leadership to unlock long-term growth.Example focus areas:● Light Manufacturing● Electronics and Electrical Assembly● Industrial and Consumer Product…
Ben is a Consultant at Bain & Company in Boston, where he advises Fortune 1,000 clients on growth and investment strategy. Prior to Bain, Ben began his career in investment management at Putnam Investments, where he conducted credit and equity research, investing in dozens of public and private companies across multiple sectors, including restaurants and hospitality. He later served as a Portfolio Manager at the Trust Company of Vermont, managing $200 million in assets and overseeing the firms public investments as part of a concentrated equity strategy that consistently outperformed the…
After spending several years working in M&A and corporate development, and successfully exiting two technology companies, I am looking to acquire an operating company based in Canada. I am industry agnostic and have other operating and sales partners who would participate in a deal. We have the ability to self-fund an acquisition and can move quickly for the right opportunity.
Focus: Long-term family-owned platform, modelled on efficient and profitable compounding Capital Base: Privately held, permanent capital, forever holding period Mandate: Acquire and steward recession-resistant and durable businesses across Canada and United StatesPermanent Capital: No fund life constraints; patient, flexible ownership horizon
Ariginate is an applied AI company dedicated to acquiring and transforming traditional small and medium-sized businesses into market leaders. It's led by a 2x exited-founder of tech and AI-enabled businesses. Utilizing proprietary technology and AI tools, Ariginate aims to revolutionize these businesses, enhancing their market position and operational efficiency. With a focus on innovation and technology-driven solutions, Ariginate is committed to fostering growth and leadership in the industries it engages with.
Everia Holdings is a permanent destination for great businesses. We are proven operators looking to steward regional businesses for the long term. EBITDA: $1-3milGeography: New York Metropolitan Area Industry: Fairly Agnostic; No Restaurant, Retail [except car washes], or Manufacturing.
La Familia Capital Ltd. is a private investment firm focused on acquiring control investments in profitable, founder-led businesses with $5–7 million of EBITDA. We invest long-term in companies with strong cash flow, defensible market positions, and capable management teams.We offer certainty of close, flexible deal structures, and a partner-oriented approach to ownership. Backed by committed private capital, we move quickly once alignment is established and are trusted partners to business owners and intermediaries alike.
Canadian office acquiring small businesses from retiring owners and partners with the next-generation of proven industry operators to own and lead. Purchase businesses using cash from our balance sheet and use an operate-to-own model, so that the individuals we partner with as President become owners over 3 to 5 years.Focus on businesses worth between $2M and $10M in the Eastern Canada (Ontario + Maritimes). Looking across a range of industries, including trades, light manufacturing, and professional services. Generally avoid online businesses, hospitality, and retail.Flexible on terms…
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.
The family business has been successfully sold, leading to a significant influx of capital that now presents exciting opportunities for the acquisition of a new operating venture. The primary goal is to identify and acquire a promising business while simultaneously offering robust support to the outgoing owner and their management team, ensuring a smooth transition and continued growth. This approach emphasizes collaboration and respect for the legacy of the previous ownership, setting the stage for future success and innovation.
We own and operate manufactured housing communities. We started in 2017 and have purchased over 40 communities and over $200mm worth of transactions. Today, we own 32 communities in 10 states and have a portfolio worth over $300mm. We are now looking to expand into other industries and are targeting businesses in the $1-5mm EBITDA range, preferably in the San Francisco Bay Area (but not required).
JBloom Investments is a Toronto-based family office dedicated to long-term value creation through disciplined and opportunistic investing. With a focus on strategic investments, the firm manages a diverse portfolio of 10 companies, showcasing its commitment to fostering growth and innovation. JBloom Investments leverages its expertise to identify and nurture opportunities that align with its vision of sustainable development and value enhancement. The firm operates with a keen eye on market trends and opportunities, ensuring that its investment strategies are both forward-thinking and…
Experienced lower middle market investor and operator with background in investment banking and PE across industrials, services, and food manufacturing businesses. Pursuing entrepreneurship through acquisition of a founder-owned business generating >$500K EBITDA.
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