North Course Group was founded by Mike Farrell to buy one great business and operate it for the long-term. Mike is a driven entrepreneur focused on providing a tailored solution for a business owner looking to transition out of day-to-day management while preserving their company’s team and legacy.
Our mission is to help small business owners seeking retirement transition out with peace of mind and their legacy intact. Our leadership team brings years of experience to bear on the greatest challenge of our time — helping small business owners transition. We’re results-driven, with a proven record of previous successes. With a combined 25+ years of professional management experience spanning various backgrounds and industries, we intend to take your business to the next level after you retire. As US veterans, we faithfully served our nation in times of war and peace. We stand to…
Cirque Partners is an acquisition vehicle for lower middle market companies. The management team has historically focused on media, consumer packaged goods and professional services businesses. Cirque is now looking for the next opportunity to find a small to medium size business to operate and grow. The partnership has extensive experience driving high growth strategies, including take businesses from $0 to $100 million+ in revenue in five years. The has extensive experience on both the buy and sell sides of M&A transactions. Cirque Partners offers a smooth, streamlined, fast-moving…
Laurel Street Capital LLC. is a private investment firm formed for the sole purpose of acquiring a single, privately-held business, with the objective that the Managing Member will transfer into an owner-operator position. Our intention is to respect and enhance the legacy of the business founders with the aim of building upon the accomplishments that they have achieved so far.We believe in the value of human capital as a key ingredient for success and will provide an environment for personal growth and financial alignment for employees.Our firm is seeking an established business generating…
Elm Tree Capital Partners is a search fund with the focus of providing a unique and attractive solution for owners to unlock the wealth they have created by experiencing a liquidity event and stepping back from the day-to-day operations. We provide a transition to new, talented, responsible and committed senior management focused on maintaining the legacy of the organization, taking care of the existing employees, customers and partners and continuing the success of the business.We are not a private equity firm. Elm Tree Capital Partners is a privately held partnership of seasoned executives,…
We focus on mutual benefit, profit, and growth for all of our stakeholders.Our program carefully selects talented individuals who are capable of operating andgrowing a company through a proprietary Talent Identification and Selection Process. We also partner with the best business schools around the globe to source top-tier talented individuals that would fit our ETA program. When working with us, aspiring entrepreneurs benefit from access to capital resources and support in pursuing a direct path to owning and managing a small business; existing businesses benefit from succession solutions…
CHJ Ventures Inc is a holding company formed to acquire and operate a small or midsized business. Its owners and investors have experience in tech, retail, and restaurants.
Locke River is a searchfund dedicated to finding one SMB to buy and operate. The searchis geographically focused on Texas and Illinois. The criteria for size is up to $7MM inenterprise value with a minimum EBITDA of $300k. My background is in investmentbanking, private equity, and private credit where I have executed numerous transactions.
Fall Oak Partners was founded by an experienced business leader, investor and former M&A professional to acquire small businesses and transition them to their next phase of growth. Fall Oak Partners combines integrity with patient, committed capital and deal expertise.
Yosemite Group is a search fund that works with Search Investment Group (SIG), an equity-backing partner, for the purpose of acquiring and operating a small-to-medium business. Yosemite Group is targeting recurring revenue businesses with $750K - $3M in cash flow, ideally in the Business Services, Home Services, Healthcare Services, or low CapEx manufacturing / distribution sectors.
Orchid Capital is a New York based private equity firm focused on buyouts of privately held, owner-operated companies in the US lower middle market. We are industry focused and actively manage the businesses that we acquire. We invest in US lower middle market businesses within the following industries: Information Technology, SAAS, Business Professional Services, Sales & Marketing, Media and Logistics. Prime targets have strong free cash flows, and opportunities for follow-on acquisitions. We look for opportunities to assist owner-operators in their succession planning, opportunities to…
I created Cascade Equity, LLC to facilitate the acquisition of a small business in the Portland, Oregon area. I worked at Deloitte for over a decade and have experience in finance, strategy, and operations. Most recently, I was a member of Deloitte's corporate development group where I was responsible for executing over $450M worth of acquisitions and divestitures for Deloitte's US business. I decided to leave Deloitte to pursue a long-term career operating a small business. I’m a reliable and honest partner, dedicated to preserving an owner’s legacy and safeguarding the interests of…
Windsor Path is looking to acquire a series of small businesses in the same industry sector and pursue a micro-cap aggregation strategy. We are looking to integrate these businesses into a larger platform. We believe that our team’s background as both investor and operator is a differentiator in pursuit of this strategy.
Paion seeks to acquire an established software or B2B services company in the Western US with EBITDA between $500k and $5M (or ARR above $2M for a software business). For a business owner seeking your business’ next generation of leadership, Paion offers the ideal succession pathway. We will protect what you’ve built, enable your employees and customers to flourish, and deliver a promising future for your business.
Mentos Capital is founded by two young entrepreneurs who are looking to acquire a successful privately held business and operate it for years to come.  Along with individual and institutional investors, the Mentos Capital team looks to provide a transformative exit opportunity for the founder of the business and to take over the reigns of the day-to-day operations.  Working alongside with the amazing employees currently in place, the Mentos Capital team seeks to continue to grow the business and serve customers in an exceptional manner, as they are currently accustomed to.
I am a 25 year veteran investor / CEO. I began my career at Bain & Company and have split the past 20 years investing as a PE investor or as CEO in PE backed companies. Myself and two partners will directly fund any investment we make. We are looking to acquire a company that we would actively engage in as investors and as value add management. We are typically looking for "block and tackle" businesses and have experience in sectors such as distribution, real estate management, transportation, building materials and manufacturing.
We are experienced investors and operators acquiring a business to operate and grow. We bring deep business and industry expertise, patient investors, a plan for growth, and humility as custodians of your business and legacy.
I am an individual business buyer looking to acquire a business in the next 12 months. I am open to a broad range of industries but focusing on businesses in Colorado. My wife and I are looking for a business that we can own and operate for decades. General search criteria below:Business Characteristics I am looking for: Multi-channel product or distribution business (B2C or B2B) with a defendable and sustainable market position. This may include:A differentiated brand with unique customer positioningA proprietary product in a niche marketA unique distribution channel or customer…
I am the Principal investor of my search fund, focused on acquiring and operating a small to medium sized business in Texas. I am backed by high net worth individuals who have a strong track record of M&A transactions. I plan to work closely with the company to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.
