Frog Rock Holdings is a boutique investment vehicle focused on driving growth in small businesses. We leverage the extensive experience of our primary founder and team of partners/advisors to identify undervalued ventures with high potential, and execute profitable growth strategies while preserving legacy for exiting founders. Our focus is on businesses generating between $1m and $10m EBITDA.
Mark Cuthbert, the owner of JTEN Companies LLC, is an individual investor looking full-time for a company to own and operate. Mark has over 20 years of experience including 7 years as a senior executive at a Fortune 100 company. He has experience in sourcing and executing M&A as well as leading large organizations (budget of ~$0.5B and hundreds of employees). Mark will bring his personal net worth and, as needed, capital partners to provide the equity needed to execute a deal.
Richard Coronado is an individual investor focused on acquiring an established product or service B2B company. Targeting EBITDA of $500,000 to $2,000,000 in the greater Southeast Wisconsin and Northern Illinois area. He has an engineering degree and MBA. He has over 20 years experience working in production management, sourcing, supply chain, management consulting, sales, marketing and P&L product management in Fortune 500 pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
I'm an independent investor with experience building, operating, and investing in businesses across business services, technology, consumer products, and media. I'm looking to acquire and operate a business, ideally with a presence in southern California.
Meraki Investments, LLC is a private investment firm focused on small to medium-sized acquisitions of established quality businesses. We have committed Family Office Capital that can facilitate a management buy-out, recap, or solve for owner succession planning. Meraki partners with companies with unique customer and employee experiences who are seeking a long term partner. We partner to unlock growth potential, including adding investing in resources and assisting with sales strategy. We are focused on values-aligned companies in B2B services and consumer products/brands. We can bring…
Carter is a seasoned entrepreneur, having spent the last 23 years scaling SMBs, she's raised multiple rounds of funding, and overseen an IPO with a valuation of $250 million. Now, as a Consultant and Operating Partner at a Venture Capital firm, she leverages her experience to help founders drive sustainable revenue growth. She is now looking to purchase her own business with her husband.
FM158 Holdings is a family office focused on investing in private companies including but not limited to business services, healthcare, manufacturing, industrials, utility services, and energy. We partner with successful owner-led businesses seeking a pathway for growth or exiting the business. We look to identify opportunities where we can add value to an established business by leveraging collective experience, industry relationships and strategic insights. Our current partnerships include other family offices, specialized financial institutions, and seasoned entrepreneurs with extensive…
Fulton Equity [www.FultonEquity.com] is a Cleveland, OH-based holding company that invests in lower middle market businesses. We use a long-term, growth oriented approach that may be perfect for those owners who are searching for a liquidity event, but still care deeply about the long-term positioning of their company, employees, as well as their legacy.Our deal parameters are:EBITDA range: $500,000 minimumEBITDA percentage: minimum 15%Geography: Cleveland, OH. Other markets considered: Atlanta, Charlotte, Raleigh, HoustonIndustries of interestIndustrialValue-added distributionLight or niche…
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Oct 2023
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Zeronox, Inc.
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Aug 2018
Fulton Equity
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HandiCraft, Inc. (as part of LEFCO Worthington, LLC)
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Mar 2018
Fulton Equity
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Hanlon Composites, LLC
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Jun 2008
Fulton Equity
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Joint Venture with Worthington Steelpac, Inc. (formed LEFCO Worthington, LLC)
Mark Sinatra is an individual investor focused on acquiring companies based in California and Texas with cash flow of $300k to $1MM. Shortly after graduating Wharton’s MBA program, Mark embarked on a quest to acquire and operate a company; and in July 2008 after researching the PEO industry, Mark acquired Staff One HR. Mark led Staff One HR through a period of substantial growth highlighted by achieving the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies for four years in a row, and culminating in Staff One HR’s sale to its largest privately-held competitor, Oasis Outsourcing, in December…
NexGen Resources Corporation was formed in 1993 as a privately-held company dedicated to development and procurement of natural resources. Since its inception, NexGen and its affiliated entities have grown into a closely-held investment group managing a diverse portfolio of investments in companies at multiple stages of growth and across multiple industries, with an emphasis on the energy and natural resources industries.
Grindstone Hill is focused on making both control and minority investments in high quality businesses we believe have the potential for signficiant growth. Our team has experience building family businesses and working in institutional private equity. We look to partner with high quality businesses we believe additional capital will drive significant growth. We target investments high quality business, run by quality people, that we believe we can add value over time. Our partners know any business is only as good as the people who are apart of them. .
I have committed funding; commitment letters are available upon request. Ng.life is my private investment vehicle. Equity capital is my own, though I may source additional capital depending on the investment size. Here is my promise: I'm a fast “No,” and a committed “Yes.” I show up prepared for meetings and keep my iPhone in my pocket. I don’t kick tires and am committed when I say I'm interested. I will make you look good along the way. Investment Criteria:Target companies are >20% margins and $1m - $5m in EBITDA. Control buyouts of industrial and business services companies in…
Brent is a seasoned entrepreneur with a proven track record of founding three businesses, acquiring two, and successfully exiting two. His expertise spans multiple industries, including food (B2C, B2B, co-packing, and private label), manufacturing (product design, sales, and marketing), and business services. Most recently, Brent achieved an 8-figure exit in the business services sector. He is now seeking a company to acquire and grow for the long term. Ideally, this company will be based in the Midwest, have a solid history of profitability, and operate within the specialty distribution,…
Experienced serial entrepreneur with a diverse skill set spanning from Oil & Gas, Real Estate, Breweries, Fitness, and Hospitality industries, showcasing a versatile skill set in business development and management across various sectors.
John F Menzel is 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.
High net worth individual with a background in consumer products, specifically in the skincare and medical device space. Serial entrepreneur with multiple exits seeking to build a portfolio of brands that can be grown through existing management teams combined with new leadership.Seeking CPG brands over $2m in revenue, with low SKU count, high margins, local supply chains, and a high percentage of recurring revenue.
I hope that through my experience of running, growing, and selling our family business, I can help another family business fulfill their goals of transitioning their life work to the next generation with success. I joined my family's business full-time 6 years ago with the goal of helping my Dad get the business ready to sell. My Dad started the business in 2009 in a very niche space within the transportation service industry. In Feb of 2023, we were successfully acquired through a search fund. We could not be more happy for the outcome of this transition both for our family as well as the…
Meet Sam!Sam Elsaadi is a seasoned investment professional. Sam started his career in the investment banking division of Goldman Sachs and subsequently worked in 3 investing roles (IQVIA, Lightview Capital, and Huron Capital) before deciding to launch his own independent investing efforts. In the past year, he completed investment execution assignments supporting several PE firms (Bateleur Capital, HKW, Lightview Capital, Nexa Equity, etc.).
Revival Enterprises LLC is a private investment firm seeking small to mid-sized acquisition targets. We focus in Service or Consumer Companies with Eternally Profitable Growth generating $150,000 SDE with real estate, or option to buy at end of lease, where a manager can lead operations and a team of employees 40-50 hours/week.
Saltillo Capital is an entity I established to house various personal investments and facilitate my search for an company to acquire (with the intention of being owner operator).