Thayer & Emily Wade are a husband-wife team who want to build a great life for their new family by continuing on the legacy of one great DFW business Married in January 2023 after meeting a year prior, we are expecting our first child in March 2024. We move at full speed, because we know what we are looking for when we see it, and we bring that same sort of drive from our personal life to our professional. That is why we have created Epiphany Family Enterprises: to look for and buy a $3-10M enterprise value business from an owner who wants to ensure his or her company ends up in good hands.…
Honeycomb Peak is a search fund founded to acquire and operate one great company. Backed by a group of investors, entrepreneurs, and operators, the fund offers a customized transition opportunity for business owners looking to retire or to take a step back from day-to-day operations.
Whittaker Avenue Capital is a holding company looking to acquire a business from 500K to 2 Million in EBITDA. Looking to buy and operate the company as a self funded searcher with committed capital behind me. We are also exploring moving to a traditional fund here as more investors are interested in joining.
Alliance Growth Partners (“AGP”) is rooted in the principles of allyship and fueled by a passion for growth. Based in Chicago, AGP is focused on investing in companies that are at an inflection point in their future and have the ability for continued growth. Backed by world-class investors and operators, we take a hands-on approach with a focus on founder legacy and future growth for all stakeholders. Skyler Almquist, the founder, comes from deep entrepreneurial roots and spent significant time investing in and growing billion-dollar companies. He deeply understands the needs for all…
Beam Early Learning 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.
We are a group of seasoned corporate executives, with almost 100 years of cumulative experience, who have decided to dedicate time, effort, and resources to invest in the heart of the American economy, small businesses.
Foothills Equity 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.Â
Silver Beach Capital Partners is a self-funded Search Fund that purchases and operates businesses in the manufacturing, industrials, and business service industries. SBCP seeks control equity positions in family-owned, small private businesses
Next Leap KC is a small business and real estate holdings company based in Kansas City. We acquire lower middle-market businesses in the Midwest and hold them forever. Next Leap is led by its Founder and Managing Partner Bryan Swartz who is supported by an array of experienced entrepreneurs, CEOs, and operators.
Hazelcrest's approach allows owner-operators to sell their business and transition out of day-to-day operations in as little as 30 days after closing. We bring the capital, day-to-day management, and a board of directors dedicated to the ongoing success of your business. The long-term health of your company and providing stability and opportunity to your employees are important to us. We are flexible in tailoring this transaction to suit your needs and can move swiftly to close a transaction. Kevin Wang (Founder & Managing Partner) is a Houston native. He is an entrepreneur looking to…
Riverside Impact Capital LLC is a search-based investment platform targeting businesses with impactful products or servicesWe are primarily focused on the following industries: Non-profit & government servicesEducation & workforce developmentHealthcare servicesWater & environmental servicesClean energy / decarbonizationRecycling & waste managementOur investment criteria: Impactful product or service At least five years of historyRevenue of $5-25mThree or more years of $750k - $5m+ EBITDASignificant portion of revenue is recurring (contractual or otherwise)An established team (ideally >5…
Lionfield Capital is a private investment firm out of Key Biscayne, FL. Backed by institutional investors. Our mandate from our LPs is to look for US companies with EBITDA ranging from US$1.5-$5mm. Flexible mandate in regards to industries and geography. We are better suited for owners facing succession issues or companies in need of management.
​Lakeside Succession is looking for one outstanding business to buy and operate for the long-term. My goal is to preserve your legacy and build on your business' success so that you can confidently embark on your next adventure.Â
Big Tex Capital is an acquisition vehicle formed to acquire and operate a company for the long run. I previously operated a PE-backed, mid-size healthcare company that exited to a PE-backed strategic last year. I’m now taking my proceeds and hard-earned experience to own and operate a company without the need for external equity. Ideally, am targeting a company with a retiring owner that cares to preserve his legacy
Worked for a Toronto-based mid-market private equity fund, where I led 17 acquisitions of small to medium-sized businesses. Post-close, I supported them through transition planning and operational initiatives to drive growth and improved profitability. Following this, I worked in a C-level role for a PE-backed company, which I recently left to focus full-time on finding a business to acquire and operate for the long run.
Ortus Ventures was founded in 2022 to acquire and grow one great company. We greatly value and appreciate the pride and effort it takes to build a successful company and we aim to continue your legacy.We are SBA pre-qualified and have the capital and have operational and strategy experience to efficiently close but more importantly maintain and grow the legacy you have worked so hard to build. Â
I am a search fund entrepreneur looking to acquire and operate one great business. I am a former investment banker with government experience working with a great team of investing partners and advisors. Our focus is national. Always happy to speak anyone considering a business sale!
Playmaker Productions LLC is a search fund focused on small to medium-sized acquisitions. We partner with exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth. We work closely with our portfolio companies after acquisition to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.Samantha has 25+ years building successful children’s media brands and consumer products businesses. After managing global brands for Mattel, Marvel, and Nickelodeon, she co-founded a children’s educational media company and grew it from start-up through strategic exit. Now based in New York, Samantha is excited to…
The Bay Capital Group is an entrepreneurial investment firm seeking to acquire an exceptional business in the San Francisco Bay Area to operate for the long term.
Osprey Equity is an entrepreneur-led investment partnership looking for great companies to buy and grow.Backed by a team of investors and advisors with deep experience investing in, running, and building small businesses, Osprey Equity is well-prepared to ensure the continued success of the company you worked so hard to create.Chris Kinner, the entrepreneur leading Osprey Equity, has more than a decade of career experience, a people-first management philosophy, and an abundance of enthusiasm to lead your business to the next stage of growth.
