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…
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
Ripple Equity Partners (REP) is looking for a business owner planning for the next stage in life - we want to partner with and provide them with flexibility, transparency, and peace of mind as they sell their business and ensure their legacy continues Â
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.
Katherine Dextraze & Associates is a search fund focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. We seek to purchase, operate, and grow a founder-owned business. We offer the unique capability and expertise to assume day-to-day operations and a replace an owner/operator when necessary.
From a young age I have always been drawn to the adventure of learning new things and following the path less taken. As the son of a police officer and a schoolteacher, my family instilled in me the values of hard work and service.In 2017, I was commissioned as an officer in the United States Marine Corps and assigned to 3d Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion at a desert base in California. I was responsible for leading units ranging from a 30-Marine infantry platoon with 4 Light Armored Vehicles to a 150-Marine infantry company with 28 Light Armored Vehicles. I deployed twice to the…
Fairview Succession was founded with the mission to acquire, operate, and grow a single business. We are a flexible investment firm led by one entrepreneur with the support of world-class investors who want to invest in your business for the long-term.Members of our investor group have taken part in building over 200 businesses, including JetBlue, Asurion, Vivint, Allbirds, and Bonobos. Some of them have sold for large valuations, and others have even gone public. But they all started as small, owner operator organizations, supported by experienced investors from our team.The Founder, Justin…
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…
Jodabit Partners 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.
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.
Originally from Pittsburgh, we are a team of young professionals that have spent too much time in Corporate America and are eager to get back to our roots. We come from entrepreneurial families and have a great appreciation for the immense responsibilities associated with owning and operating small businesses. Together, we bring 25 years of experience in sales, finance, manufacturing and software where we have built and lead successful teams. We could not be more excited to dedicate our time, energy and personal capital to grow great businesses and work alongside owners and employees to…
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.
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.
Lynwood is made up of a single hands-on, dedicated entrepreneur looking to offer a succession option to a promising business in Canada or the US. Lynwood is funded by a diverse team of entrepreneur-investors, with extensive experience buying and successfully growing small-to-medium enterprises over the long term.We are not here to manage an investment portfolio or run a satellite division. We are here to roll up our sleeves, and live and breathe your business. Our primary goal is to protect what you have worked hard to create, but we’ll also bring our skills and dedication to help it…
Seabreeze Equity is searching for a lower middle market business to acquire & operate. Its principal, Peter deBaptiste, began his career as a lower middle market lender at Commercial Bank where he managed and grew a loan portfolio of $100mm. He then went on to serve as VP of Finance and President of Delivery Dudes, a restaurant delivery service. At Delivery Dudes Peter supported three rounds of capital raises, built an executive team, and ultimately led the sale process for a $23mm exit.
