An entrepreneur-led fund designed to identify, acquire, and optimize an existing private company, bridging its history and legacy with its untapped growth potential. We have support from leading investors in the lower middle market
Dragoon Investments is focused on the acquisition and operation of a single American company. We believe in continuing the owner's legacy, delivering unparalleled value to customers, giving back to the community, and delivering shareholder value.
Objective: As an individual investor seeking a hands-on venture, I aim to acquire and operate a compact manufacturing business with annual revenues under $1-4 million, focusing on niche products like custom parts, specialty goods, interior finishes, or eco-friendly components. This allows for solo or minimal-team management, leveraging my operational expertise to drive profitability without corporate-scale overhead.Key Criteria;- Size & Scope: 5-30 employees max, with existing equipment and facilities- Financials: Proven EBITDA of $400k+, priced at 3-5x multiples- Industry Fit: Stable…
Stonesteps Partners is dedicated to acquiring a single small to medium sized business and supporting its long-term growth. Backed by current and former CEOs, Stonesteps Partners has the operating experience and committed capital to support a brisk transaction and successful transition. Elliot Horen is the Managing Partner of Stonesteps Partners. Elliot is a people-first leader with experience across technology, consulting, and human capital. He holds an MBA from Stanford University.
Indigo Blue Capital is a traditional search fund seeking one great privately owned U.S.-based business to acquire. We partner with seasoned investors, experienced operators, and experts in different aspects of the traditional search process.
Centaurus Technologies 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.
Sintra 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.
Outsider Capital is a Toronto-based entrepreneurial investment firm that is looking to acquire, actively manage, and grow a small to medium-sized business. We are focused on GTA-based businesses with $5M - $15M of revenue operating in the manufacturing, distribution, or business services space. We are looking to make a change of control investment and are excited to partner with an owner who is committed to making a seamless transition. We are passionately Canadian and we believe that the key to economic growth in our country is helping Canadian businesses tap into their technological…
I've raised committed capital from Pacific Lake and Peterson (two $2B investors) to acquire and grow a business service or software company. I spent a decade building companies internationally including developing data science capabilities for clients like GE.
We are a partnership with the purpose of acquiring and leading a single, outstanding business. Our objective is to grow the acquired business, create long-term value for all stakeholders, and ensure the seller's legacy and vision are maintained. We offer sellers an alternative when considering a transition. Our approach is flexible, allowing us to structure transactions uniquely. Once we acquire a business, our Principal takes on the role of CEO, dedicating all his time to its operations. Our focus is on the long term: we avoid quick exits and prioritize sustainable growth. Evergrit Partners…
LEW Capital is a search fund holding company. I am using it for the purpose of acquiring a company with at least $750k in EBITDA. I am also looking to invest in other search funds.
Mick Denner is the Founder and Managing Partner of MODE Growth Partners. An experienced military and commercial leader, Mick brings 12 years of leadership, commercial excellence, and operations experience to MODE. He now aims to acquire, operate, and grow one high quality business.
Akadia Capital Partners acquires high quality businesses from owners, founders, and entrepreneurs. Our flexible mandate allows us to structure the terms of the acquisition based on your needs and wants. We employ a seamless and transparent process that provides you with clarity on what to expect.
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.
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…
AboutInspira Capital LLC is an entrepreneurial investment firm focused on acquiring and operating small to medium-sized businesses. We seek partnerships with exceptional companies that are poised for their next stage of growth. Following acquisition, we work closely with our portfolio companies to drive operational excellence and create long-term, measurable value for all stakeholders.Track RecordCEO for two manufacturing companies with revenue of $60 million and $30 million.Successfully led 6 acquisitions, including all aspects of valuation, due diligence, and post-acquisition…
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.
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…
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.
Fairview Succession LP is an entrepreneurial investment firm focused on water and waste related services. Fairview acquired CatchAll Environmental in 2023 to establish a platform for future growth and acquisitions in water-related services. CatchAll Environmental provides stormwater management solutions in the US Pacific Northwest. Fairview Succession is backed by entrepreneurs who 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…
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