Our firm Bravely Found was created to acquire and grow a single, exceptional, closely-held small business. We are targeting businesses with $500k-2m in SDE, ideally based in the east coast US (New England to FL) and within the following sectors: industrials, light manufacturing, skilled trades, infrastructure services, workforce development, pediatric therapy, and youth enrichment.Our partners:Sid Radhakrishna. Sid is an entrepreneurial company builder with experience founding and scaling ventures, applying the lenses of commercial strategy, finance, and operations to help visionary companies…
Individual investor pursuing acquisition of one SMB to own & operate. NYC metro area or remote friendly. Background in M&A integration and strategic operations (SaaS expertise). Particular interest in (digital) marketing agencies or small SaaS with partial product-market fit.
I am building an operator-led acquisition platform focused on acquiring technically excellent, under-scaled businesses with strong products but weak go-to-market systems. The platform’s core value creation comes from engineering discipline, brand coherence, sales enablement, and operational integration—allowing acquired companies to scale without sacrificing craftsmanship, quality, or culture.
Ryan currently serves as Vice President of Operations at a full-service material handling and warehouse solutions dealership headquartered in Charlotte, NC, with locations across NC, SC, GA, AL, and TN. In his 8 years at LiftOne, Ryan has managed P&L responsibility across service and parts operations in five states with approximately $200 million in annual revenue, and has led three acquisitions of businesses ranging from $30M to $80M in revenue — overseeing due diligence and post-close integration for each. Prior to LiftOne, Ryan spent two years as a consultant at McKinsey &…
I am VP of Business Development for a $200mm revenue construction company. We have offices in Chicago, IL and Atlanta, GA. We are actively pursuing M&A activities in the Georgia market.I also own Strategic Partners 3.0, Inc. which is an established MBE. SP 3.0, Inc. is positioned to invest my capital along with access to a family office, some high-net-worth individual executives, and entrepreneurs on the equity side.
napiii is a New Jersey-based investment firm acquiring profitable service and distribution businesses with $500K+ EBITDA across the Northeast. We pursue AI-resilient companies with long-term durability, essential demand, and growth potential under a GM-led model. Our team brings operational rigor, institutional financing relationships, and a long-hold mindset. We move decisively, value seller relationships, and structure transitions with continuity in mind. We prefer asset deals with seller rollover or financing options. If you’re representing a motivated seller seeking a legacy-minded…
Paul Sems is a seasoned C-suite executive with over 20 years of leadership across technology, operations, and business development. He is acquiring operating businesses through Rapid Adapters LLC, his private holding company.Paul currently serves as Managing Director of Remediation Services at TrustedSec, a leading cybersecurity firm, where he leads strategy, business development, and service delivery. Prior to that, he served as CTO of Blue Technologies, COO of Bow Tie Medical, CIO/Director of IT at Vita-Mix Corporation (10 years), and Managing Director of his own advisory firm. Across these…
I am a long-term-hold individual investor looking ot transition from corporate world to entreprenuership. My Goal is to be a buyer of choice for a small business that cares about its employees, legacy and the community we serve. I am looking to transition in the next few months to a year.
At Gulnar LLC, we are a family office-backed private investment firm focused on acquiring and growing small, privately held businesses with revenues under $20 million. We specialize in lower-middle market opportunities that are often overlooked by traditional PE firms, offering flexible capital, operational support, and a long-term investment horizon.
Jarrett Grains, LLC is focused on small to medium sized acquisitions and investments. We are experienced investors and operators who recognize the value of long term opportunities with talented and dedicated partners. Our team seeks to add value to every opportunity for the benefit of all involved.
Accredited investor with ownership interests across a portfolio of lower middle-market businesses. Brings a strong network of operators, investors, and advisors to source opportunities, support diligence, and drive value creation post-acquisition.
Magpie Operating, Inc. is an independent exploration and production (E&P) company dedicated to the acquisition, development, and production of crude oil. With a strategic focus on the energy sector, Magpie Operating leverages its expertise to explore and develop oil resources, aiming to optimize production and maximize resource value. The company is committed to operational excellence and sustainable practices in its exploration and production activities, positioning itself as a key player in the energy market.
Trevale Holdings is a family-owned holding company dedicated to preserving the legacy of American business owners through strategic transitions of management and ownership. Founded by Jordan Carter, the company specializes in B2B Services, Blue Collar Services, and Specialty Distribution businesses nationwide. Trevale emphasizes long-term investments with a permanent owner mindset, prioritizing legacy preservation. Trevale is committed to maintaining the rich heritage and keeping each business 100% independent while ensuring continued success and growth over the decades ahead.
Canadian private equity investor with over 15 years of experience, currently focused on direct investments in Industrials at Mubadala Investment Company (a $280bn AUM investment fund). Currently leading business development activities in the Americas, based out of the firm’s New York office, and responsible for building deep relationships with leading entrepreneurs, corporates and potential partners in the sector, in addition to managing deal teams through end-to-end structuring and execution of transactions and asset management on key assets. Preparing to launch a private equity fund…
Currently own & operate a $65M/year portfolio of operating business.Seeking to enter the US market via a strategic acquisition of a small/medium sized enterprise in Central Florida. Ideally Orlando, Florida.
Anavo Capital is a private equity firm that partners with exceptional manufacturing businesses to provide patient capital and strategic guidance for sustainable long-term growth. They focus on private equity investments, supporting businesses with strategic resources and operational improvements to foster sustainable growth and market expansion. With a team of over 150 employees and 13 operating companies under their IT platform, management is now looking to expand into the manufacturing space.
Portage Ventures is a corporate entity formed by Mark Novakovich to manage his investments. Mark is focused on acquiring a small to medium sized businesses in the metro Chicagoland market, and stepping in as an operator. He would like to partner with an exceptional company seeking the next stage of growth.Industries of particular interest are chemicals, fuels/energies, metals, or asset/equipment-based businesses in construction materials, renting, leasing, etc.
Philadelphia-based family holding company. Generalist mandate, primarily focused on small businesses with stable cash flow, generally $500K–$3M in revenue. Flexible on deal structure and transition terms for sellers.
We seek to acquire U.S.-based, founder- or family-owned operating businesses that generate consistent free cash flow and serve durable, non-cyclical B2B end markets, with a preference for industrial, manufacturing, specialty services, and mission-critical businesses supporting aerospace, defense, medical, or regulated industrial customers. Target companies should exhibit defensible competitive positions, embedded or recurring customer relationships, healthy margins, manageable customer concentration, and tangible asset bases that support conservative leverage. We prioritize situations driven…
Dan Blasi is an individual investor 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.
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