Forest Circle is an operator-led firm seeking to partner with owners who wish to transition their businesses. Our focus is long-term growth and building upon the existing legacy of the business, which is why we offer highly flexible and creative acquisition structures. We leverage operating and investing experience to give business owners liquidity and alternative options, based on their needs and goals. Our entrepreneurial approach ensures a long-term vision of growth for the business, customers, and employees.Our flexibility allows us to move fast to find a solution that benefits everyone…
Chris Papp 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.
Macroe, led by experienced professionals from investment banking and private equity in family offices, is on the lookout for small business acquisitions. With a focus on applying financial acumen and strategic planning, the team seeks opportunities for hands-on involvement in operational optimization. Macroe stands out as a self-funded entity committed to not only providing capital but also offering strategic guidance for the long-term success of its acquired businesses.Â
Spotted Bear Capital is a Search Fund that targets technology businesses, primarily in B2B Vertical SaaS. Spotted Bear is managed by Daniel Certner, an entrepreneur, technologist, and the former CTO of Namely – an HR-tech SaaS startup recently sold to PrismHR/Stone Point Capital. He is a results-oriented people leader that drives impact by effectively bridging the gap between non-technical company leadership and Product/Engineering organizations. Daniel began his career as a startup founder, and witnessed unimaginable growth and scale as an early employee of Facebook/Meta. Daniel leveraged…
Xestu Capital was founded with the mission to invest, operate and sustainability grow outstanding Canadian businesses.We seek to acquire a service-based business in Canada or the US. We're looking for a company that meets most of the following criteria.
Highland Rock Capital is focused on acquiring a single, enduringly-profitable company - providing the owner with a succession plan and liquidity so that they may enjoy the next phase of their life. Post acquisition, we will work closely with the remaining management team, customers, and suppliers to achieve long-term growth and profitability.What we're looking for:"Good" businesses in a stable industry with minimal exposure to technology or regulatory riskNet margins >15% and EBITDA between $1M and $3MHigh percentage of recurring revenues (or clear path to achieving it)A competitive advantage…
Paige Pond Partners is a search fund seeking to acquire and manage a single business in the U.S., although future bolt-on acquisitions are a possibility. Paige Pond is backed by a group of investment funds, current and former business executives, and entrepreneurs with decades of experience buying, growing, and selling small-to-medium size businesses.
- REDD Success is a self-funded search entity seeking to acquire an SMB space in the $3-$10M revenue and $1M-$3M EBITDA range. Financial Services, Healthcare, and light Manufacturing are top targets however I am opportunistic for niche businesses with moats and high barrier to entry for new players. - Owner/Operator has 18 years of customer-facing experience as a former Financial Advisor, Consultant (IT & Strategy), and post-sales leader at a B2B SaaS startup. Experience with real estate and angel investing including debt/capital raises and closing deals. - Experience with large enterprise…
My name is Josh Ahrens. I created Blue Dot Search with a single mission: to find a small business to own and operate permanently.I appreciate small businesses’ role in our society and communities. Moreover, I understand the desire to transfer ownership to someone who will steward your life’s work into the future. It would be a privilege to carry on the legacy of your small business and create lasting value for your employees, customers, and community.If you are a small business owner considering a transition, I’m eager to connect and learn about you and your business.
We are a family-run firm with one goal: to unlock the potential of your small business.We do this by either acquiring and subsequently operating your business so you can retire knowing your legacy will continue or partnering with you because sometimes another perspective is all you need to reach the next stage of growth.Our unique model resides on building long-term relationships with exceptional people and businesses. We believe in helping local communities by providing small businesses with services typically only accessible to Fortune 500 companies so they can give their customers nothing…
Seven Seas Capital Partners, LLC is buyout fund seeking to identify, acquire, and operate an existing private company. The fund is led by Samir Siddiqui and supported by a world-class investor group with committed capital. *Capital commitment letter can be made available upon request* We are focused on acquiring a B2B services business in the US, with a target EBITDA of $1.5M+ or a B2B niche software business with a target ARR of $2M+. For our next investment, Samir Siddiqui, Managing Partner, will take on an active role as full-time CEO and partner with existing management team through a…
Kithe Capital Partners was formed to identify, acquire, and operate an existing company with an enterprise value of up to $50 million. Locally owned and operated businesses are the lifeblood of our communities. These companies sponsor little league teams, offer children summer jobs, and provide critical services we sometimes take for granted. The entrepreneurs behind these companies deserve to have their legacy amplified and preserved through the ongoing operation of their businesses.Kithe seeks to acquire, operate, and build upon the impact of its previous leadership. We target companies…
Kola Capital Partners LLC (“Kola”) is a private investment partnership (search fund) focused on identifying, acquiring and operating a single business. The firm is funded by a talented group of experienced investors, former CEOs, entrepreneurs and current operators. After purchasing a business, David Obia, the firm’s founder and managing principal, will assume leadership and day-to-day management responsibilities of the acquired company. We will consider investments with the following characteristics:Stable, recurring revenue (Annual revenue of $5 to $50m) Strong margins/cash flow…
Modeen Ice Cream 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.
Down Harbor Partners (DHP) is a long-term private investment firm, aiming to acquire and operate one lower-middle-market business in the Northeast. Specializing in light manufacturing, consumer products, value-added distribution, and supply chain/logistics sectors, DHP targets businesses characterized by closely held ownership structures and principals approaching retirement. With a foundation built on a 15+ year friendship, the DHP team brings together a unique blend of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) / finance savvy and premier supply chain / operations capabilities.Â
Birch Heritage is not a private equity fund or a buy-out shop. We are two individuals looking to acquire and operate one single business and will devote all of our time, energy, expertise, and resources to its long-term growth and success.Birch Heritage is managed by Michael Simms and Richard Si. Michael and Richard met while pursuing their M.B.A. degrees at the Kellogg School of Management, and recently decided to pursue their entrepreneurial passion as business partners in a search fund. ​ Michael has spent several years working in consulting and Richard has several years of experience…
JCB LLC is looking to acquire and operate a small business in the Chicagoland area. John Barrett is a Chicago native, who is motivated to establish long-term relationships that would build upon and fortify the life’s work of a current owner-operator. John is a well-rounded, natural entrepreneur with a STEM education that gave him a passion for experimenting and learning new things. He spent many years in the finance world, learning both soft and hard skills such as financial analysis, equity research, budgeting, operations improvement, mentoring and customer service. John has…
Maebar Industries is a search fund focused on small to medium-sized acquisitions. Maebar is led by Edward and Claire Egger, a husband and wife team. They each have extensive experience in Supply Chain and Operations Leadership and are seeking to purchase a business to buy and operate.Both Edward and Claire grew up in small businesses, and after successfully leading high-performing teams for other organizations, wish to fulfill a strong passion to own and lead their own business. They are self-funded, serious searchers, with a high level of energy, experience, and skill to bring to a…
Valley Cove Capital is a search fund 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. Matt Bucklin, the founder of Valley Cove Capital, has extensive management and operational experience. He is passionate about building companies in consumer healthcare, wellness, and digital therapeutics. Matt is currently the interim CEO at Sense Relief, an antiemetic digital therapeutic software for smartwatches. He…
Parody Technology Labs 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 manage our portfolio company to improve revenue, profitability, processes and technologies used to serve customers.
