4 Pillars Group is an investment group that partners with exceptional operators to identify, acquire, and grow great businesses across the country, creating long-term value through aligned ownership and vision.
Phill Madden seeks to partner with established businesses where hands-on operational involvement can accelerate value creation and drive long-term success. The focus is on acquiring a controlling ownership position in companies with enterprise values between $2–20 million (excluding real estate).The ideal partner is an owner-operator who has taken the business as far as their expertise, time, or personal risk tolerance allows and is seeking a partner to help lead the next stage of growth. Continued owner involvement is welcomed and often preferred, with the opportunity for a retained…
We are an operator-led investment group focused on manufacturing, logistics, and waste management businesses. With deep hands-on industrial experience, we specialize in identifying operational improvements and driving EBITDA growth through efficiency gains and scalable processes.We are prepared to move quickly on the right opportunities and pride ourselves on transparent communication and reliable execution. We look to partner with owners to ensure smooth transitions while unlocking long-term value.
Zensure Partners is a long-term investment and operating platform focused on acquiring profitable small and medium-sized businesses from owners seeking a thoughtful succession or growth partner.Investment Criteria:Cash flowing, lower middle market businesses valued between $10-50MFocus sectors: consumer products/CPG, skilled trade services, healthcare services, tech-enabled servicesOpportunities where contemporary marketing and operational improvements can drive value creation and in specific cases, lead to roll-up opportunitiesGeographic focus: North AmericaStrategy:Target businesses that…
YGLS Holdings is a holding Company that invests in small and medium sized businesses.The company employs a thematic investment approach, seeking to invest and buildexceptional businesses that can compound value over long periods of time. YGLS ismanaged by Yotam Stanger, a seasoned investor with over a decade of experience inprivate equity and financial services.
I’m Molly McFadden, founding partner of Bold North Capital, a Minnesota-based independent investment firm backed by local family office capital (boldnorthcap.com). We focus on acquiring and operating durable, overlooked businesses in essential industries across the Midwest, with a particular interest in services and software companies generating under $10M of EBITDA. I have spent my career partnering with bootstrapped, founder-led companies during critical stages of growth. Before launching Bold North, I was an investor at Arthur Ventures in Minneapolis, where I played a pivotal role…
Originating in real estate, our journey extended into investment partnerships with two of our tenants from our real estate portfolio. Additionally, we've diversified our portfolio with equity investments in HVAC and lumber companies, while also having stakes in a couple of nursing homes. Our strategic approach spans various sectors, reflecting our commitment to a well-rounded and dynamic investment portfolio.
Valstone Corporation is a leading international provider of software and technology solutions, focusing on industrial sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, construction, and logistics. The company specializes in acquiring and growing vertical software businesses that deliver mission-critical solutions tailored to specific market needs. Valstone's offerings include advanced software for agriculture value chains, real-time food processing, metal fabrication optimization, and comprehensive logistics management. By partnering with management teams, Valstone aims to modernize operations and…
Hilltop Growth Partners is a best-in-class "operator-serving-operator" bespoke private investment company. Our Partners are made up of various senior operators either from Fortune C-Suites or Serial Entrepreneurs with nearly 200+ years of combined experience across both transaction and operating experiences. We have HALO (health, active, lifestyle, and outdoor) focused across the entire value chain - services, manufacturing, products, and consumers. In the process of exploring our first fundraise and have currently resourced meaningful co-investment groups to service key transactions while we…
Velde Equity is an operator-led special situations investment firm that partners with lenders, founders, and corporates on value preservation and creation. The firm targets assets with defensible moats and genuine reasons to exist — businesses where the right operational partner can unlock vast latent potential, and where needed, navigate the challenges standing in the way. Focused on $50–250M revenue businesses across the industrial and consumer sectors, Velde brings flexible capital, embedded transformation leadership, and a positive-sum philosophy to create value at critical inflection…
Saddle Ridge Partners is a thematically oriented private equity firm investing in the consumer product supply chain. We target supply-chain oriented companies serving consumer product brands and legacy consumer brands themselves. Saddle Ridge Partners employs an Investor-Operator approach to accelerate the growth of innovation, efficiency, and sustainability within its partner companies. The firm generally invests in companies with $3 million to $15 million of EBITDA and targets equity investments ranging from $10 million to $50 million. Saddle Ridge is located in Boulder, CO.
Our fund primarily invests in government-subsidized housing, primarily in the Chicago market. We believe we are able to achieve outsized market returns for our fund and LPs while maintaining limited risk exposure due to the nature of guaranteed rent payments. We are currently looking to make acquisitions in alternate verticals in the B2B space.Josh Marass, GP at Dane Equity, has over 7 years experience of in purchasing, managing, and owning Section 8 rental properties in Chicago and achieving outsized market returns. He built a team of local experts in the Chicago market to handle all aspects…
Aspen Mountain Partners is an investment firm focused on strategic acquisitions. It operates nationwide and has been in business since 2004. The company is dedicated to growth, teamwork, and quality, leveraging its expertise to make strategic investments across various sectors. The firm employs around 150 staff members and manages a portfolio of 4 companies, reflecting its commitment to expanding its reach and impact in the investment landscape.
Established in 2019, Open Equity Partners is a boutique private equity firm based in Vancouver, Canada. We began by looking to purchase a business from an owner seeking to retire and sell their entire stake or a portion of it. In 2021, OEP made its first investment by acquiring Northern Computer - one of the largest independent IT Managed Service Partners (MSPs) in Western Canada. Open Equity Partners puts a tremendous amount of value on getting to know the people who make the businesses we evaluate successful. In addition to looking for strong teams, OEP uses a variety of other criteria to…
Areté Capital Partners is an investment firm which seeks to partner with founder-owned companies from $2-10M of EBITDA looking to continue building the founder's legacy to become a leading brand within a particular industry.
Nuris Capital Group is a private investment holding company dedicated to long-term value creation through strategic investments. With a focus on international business development, the company seeks to leverage opportunities in real assets to enhance its investment portfolio. Nuris Capital Group aims to strategically position itself in the global market, ensuring sustainable growth and value for its stakeholders.
USBC Capital LLC is a Florida-based family office and investment group actively acquiring and financing lower middle-market businesses. We focus on revenue-generating companies with strong fundamentals across sectors like B2B services, logistics, manufacturing, e-commerce, and healthcare. Our team has deep experience in capital structuring, investor relations, and deal origination. We offer both acquisition and flexible debt capital solutions, with recent activity across Florida and the Southeast.
LPC is an investment firm that takes a long-term approach with a specific focus on relationships. By prioritizing "doing things the right way" we feel we can create partnerships and friendships that span decades, not just an investment period.Given our divergence from the typical private equity model, LPC tends to be a breath of fresh air for sellers and management teams. We are great partners for those seeking liquidity but not quite ready to hang it up.We make control investments in businesses located in the Eastern and Central US with $10 million to $200 million of…
CGS Partners is a private investment firm that specializes in acquiring main street businesses in the Midwest. We engage with motivated business owners to facilitate private direct acquisitions, focusing on creating value and growth opportunities within our portfolio. With a strategic approach to investment, CGS Partners aims to foster business development and expansion in the region, leveraging expertise and resources to support and grow the companies we acquire.
Headwater Partners exists to be a permanent home for great businesses, creating lasting value through disciplined execution, strong partnerships, and long-term stewardship. We aim to buy service businesses with at least $500k in cash flow, dedicated teams, and loyal customers.
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