Based in Atlanta, GA and founded in 2020, Grove Mountain Partners is a private equity firm investing in lower middle market home service companies and specialty business service companies, generally with annual revenues between $15-200 million. We are long-term and relationship-focused, possess deep sector domain expertise, and are comprised of operators rather than financiers. Our primary mission is to build great companies.
Stony Brook Partners is a Boston-based holding company that acquires and builds lower middle market, service-oriented businesses. We partner with founders and operators preparing to transition or scale. We are entrepreneurs first, investors second. We have been owner-operators ourselves, so we structure deals around what matters to owners, move quickly, and close cleanly.If you are an owner thinking about what comes next, or an advisor to business owners considering a transition, we would welcome a conversation.
Grovecourt Capital Partners LLC. is a private investment firm focused on making long-term investments in growing companies with attractive fundamentals in exciting industries. Grovecourt strives to work with founders and management teams to drive growth and unlock potential.
About UsLowe Capital is a private investment firm focused on investing in and actively managing U.S. based companies in the lower-middle market. We believe in investing in quality, growth-oriented platforms and partnering with strong management teams to create long-term value both organically and through add-on acquisitions.We tailor deal structuring to the seller’s and business’ needs and commit to an efficient and discrete diligence process to ensure minimal disruptions to daily operations. We look to transition the ownership of the business in a seamless and constructive…
Northwinds Services Group is a specialized platform in the HVAC and plumbing services industry. It is dedicated to helping business owners enhance and preserve the value of their existing businesses. The company focuses on investing in partner companies within the HVAC and plumbing sectors, providing them with the necessary training and resources to foster growth and improve service delivery. As a private equity-backed platform, Northwinds Services Group aims to achieve operational excellence and expand its reach through strategic partnerships with local HVAC and plumbing brands. With a…
DFM Operating Partners is an operator-led acquisition and management platform focused on lower middle-market businesses. The firm specializes in identifying companies where operational complexity may obscure underlying value and works closely with management teams to enhance performance and drive long-term value creation. With more than 25 years of experience leading private equity-backed businesses as a CEO and Executive Chairman, Founder & Managing Partner Daniel Muth focuses on acquiring and leading industrial, manufacturing, business services, andand select consumer companies…
Focused on M&A and equity investments across manufacturing and software sectors, with particular emphasis on global opportunities in the data center and power equipment value chains. Experienced in privatizations, long-term equity investments, corporate acquisitions, and group carve-outs, with a strong understanding of complex deal structures and long-term industrial value creation.
Westbourne Capital Partners is a private investment firm that partners with
family offices to deploy capital into direct investments in private companies. A
successful track record consulting with, and investing in, family-owned
enterprises makes WCP particularly well-suited to invest in family and
founder
owned businesses in the manufacturing and food sectors, particularly when
ownership is concerned about the impact outside investors might have on the
business and its stakeholders. WCP is focused on investing in businesses and
building shareholder value over the long-term, rather than…
Gordon Equities is an independent private equity investment firm in Texas focused on partnering with lower middle-market and founder-led businesses across industrial manufacturing, equipment rental, multi-family development and media. Established in 1985, the firm was founded to manage the investments of the Roberts and McHaney families. The company is led by Stephen McHaney who has years of experience on both the buy and sell side. We pride ourselves on negotiating fair transactions and not losing sight of the fact that the seller and management are often our partners after…
Midwest operator acquiring B2B manufacturing and distribution businesses. Owner-operator succession situations. Indefinite hold periods. Second-time buyer. First platform: three integrated bolt-ons, 12x MOIC exit. What makes us different: Strong capital network – Established relationships with family offices and permanent capital investors; no fundraising delaysNo predetermined exits – Not a fund; indefinite hold periods unless selling creates better outcomes for the business long termStandalone underwriting – Each deal is evaluated on its own merits, not portfolio diversification…
Blue Ridge Construction Capital is a building products focused private equity firm investing in family and founder owned businesses that are seeking a collaborative, experienced partner to empower growth.
Rise Run Capital (“Rise Run”) is a Dallas, Texas based private equity firm which invests capital in middle market companies with the following characteristics:Trailing EBITDA of $2 to $10 millionStrong management teamProfitable operationsAttractive and defensible market positionMinimal customer and supplier concentrationsRise Run focuses on manufacturing, healthcare, consumer products, distribution and logistics, and service companies.
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Sea Pine invests in lower middle market companies in the service sector. We take controlling positions in our investments and prefer to partner with founders or management teams that are currently in place. Our goal is to provide the capital and other resources necessary to accelerate growth while maintaining the successful culture created by existing management.
Eigen is a lower mid-market investment firm specialized in corporate carve-outs and complex situations. We focus on acquiring (i) non-core business units that no longer fit their corporate parent’s strategy or (ii) somewhat undermanaged private businesses - from breakeven/loss-making situations up to $20m EBITDA.
Ventus Industrial Partners is a highly operational private equity firm that specializes in investing in regulated sectors critical to national security. We seek to build market leaders in defense and national security over the long term, by bringing together niche, mission-critical suppliers. We acquire businesses with limited disruption risk, in sectors with fragmented industry structures and that are underpinned by multi-decade growth tailwinds.Ventus was founded by Valerio Massimo di Roccasecca, formerly of McKinsey, Cinven, Board Member of GE Avio, and founder and Board Member of Avantus…
Cascadia Equity Partners empowers businesses to achieve consistent and lasting success through collaborative partnerships. They focus on creating long-term value for their portfolio companies, investors, and communities by fostering innovation, driving sustainable growth, and unlocking untapped potential across diverse industries. With a deep familiarity within their target industries, Cascadia Equity Partners has an extensive track record of success, helping partners achieve a balance between short-term cash flow and long-term growth. Their strategy blends a willingness to buy and hold…
Waypoint Acquisitions is an investment group focused on majority investments in family-owned and founder-led businesses. Our principals and investors are current and former operators of privately-held and long-standing family businesses. We work with existing and/or new management to build upon the long-term success and legacy of enduringly profitable businesses.Target Investment CriteriaCompany Attributes10+ years in businessOwner seeking transitionDifferentiating & defensible qualitiesFinancials$1-$5M EBITDAStrong net operating marginsConsistent, positive cash flowSector FocusNiche…
Private equity firm that is focused on facilitating accelerated growth while achieving sustainable competitive advantages for small and middle market companies preferably in partnership with management but can bring new resources if required. Investors primarily include owners and managers who have successfully grown businesses in past and are interested in providing their expertise when relevant to our investments . Transaction experience includes doing over 25 acquisitions with combined total transaction value well over a billions of dollars.
The HiGro Group is a private equity investment firm that specializes in strategic majority control buyouts in the lower middle market. Founded in 2016, the firm focuses on business and tech-enabled services and software companies. With headquarters in New York City and Silicon Valley, HiGro Group leverages over two decades of experience in investment banking, operations, management, and private investment. The firm targets investments ranging from $1 million to $300 million, employing a disciplined and analytical approach to its investment strategy.
The January 23rd Company acquires great companies to operate them for the long-run. We also consult owners who want to sell more and operate more efficiently. We are focused on acquiring on technology, B2B services, and tech-enabled businesses. We partner with leading executives, family offices, and investment firms as limited partners on case-by-case investments, based on who is best-suited from an experience and commitment standpoint.
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