Sea Pine invests in lower middle market companies in the service sector. We take controlling positions in our investments and prefer to partner with founders or management teams that are currently in place. Our goal is to provide the capital and other resources necessary to accelerate growth while maintaining the successful culture created by existing management.
After spending 15 years in enabling small to medium sizes businesses in revenue generation, Fourth Exit is now venturing into SaaS enterprise acquisitions. Looking to acquire a SaaS business with $1M-$5M acquisition cost.
Ohana Legacy Partners is not a private equity firm. We are a long-term Employee Owned holding company committed to acquiring enduring businesses and transitioning them to employee ownership. Led by former Navy SEAL and seasoned operator Justin Knowles, we invest in companies with strong cultures, loyal teams, and a legacy worth preserving. We don’t flip, we don’t rebrand—we build on what works and share the upside with the people who built it. If your client is looking for a buyer who will protect their legacy and elevate their people, we’re ready to move with speed and integrity.
Real estate operator and developer that has expanded into the home services and property services industry. Acquired a residential garage door servicing and installation company generating $1M EBITDA. Also looking at home restoration (water) and asphalt repair/maintenance.
Blue Line Ventures is an operating company first, and an investment company second.Our team's passion and background rests in helping small business owners and investors achieve their goals through sales or acquisition. We do this across industries and help our clients focus on team design, process optimization, and systems development.We make direct investments in businesses that fit our personal investment thesis and that align with our specific industry focus. We are skilled in creating flexible finance solutions and are backed by a leadership team with a proven history of business…
Steinbeck is fully committed to heroically protecting past legacies and accelerating new growth for the companies in which we invest. Strong legacies are springboards to the future, and it’s from there that we jointly build even bigger and better companies.SIC is pioneering the intersection of private equity investing and operating involvement; and we’re revolutionizing the collaborative partnership of the Executive, Investor and Operator. We embrace the perfect combination of capability, character, chemistry and commitment. We espouse strong collaborative partnerships and together…
Paisley Capital is a private investment partnership between two experienced operating and finance professionals. Paisley invests in small- to medium-sized businesses located in the upper Midwest.
As Managing Partner of EGB Capital Inc. I lead the acquisition of manufacturing and distribution companies. EGB Capital focuses on identifying strategic opportunities, driving operational excellence, and creating long-term value with newly acquired companies.With dual master's degrees—Master of Global Management and MBA—and a Governance Essentials certification from the University of Toronto, I bring a unique blend of global business acumen and governance expertise. My leadership journey spans diverse industries and regions, including Canada, the Caribbean, and Europe, equipping me with…
ParkSouth Ventures is a growth-oriented private investment firm focused on investing in and partnering with founder and entrepreneur-owned businesses in the United States. We seek to invest alongside experienced and highly capable management teams, invest in both organic and acquisition-led growth initiatives and build great businesses that thrive well beyond our investment horizon. We are "hands-on" investors focused on creating long-term value. As such, we only invest in a limited number of businesses at any one time so that we can provide the resources, strategic support and focus…
Ascendis Partners is a dynamic investment platform focused on creating sustainable value by identifying and acquiring high-potential businesses across North America. Our strategy targets companies with strong operational foundations in select industries, including manufacturing, distribution, and services, that are poised for growth through strategic investments, operational improvements, and market expansion.We specialize in partnering with family-owned businesses and closely-held companies where owners are seeking an exit due to retirement or succession challenges. With a dedicated and…
Bluestar Holdings, LLC (“Bluestar”) is a private investment firm founded to identify and invest in private lower middle-market growth-oriented companies and real estate assets. We seek to partner with privately held companies to address capital requirements, succession plans, and liquidity/diversification needs. Our goal is to bring our experience as operators and investment professionals to management teams and provide executive guidance to realize a combined vision. Our founding members have over 70 years of combined management, ownership, and private equity experience.
Go Capital is a private equity firm focused on investing in small businesses with growth potential. What we are looking for in a business: - Industry Focus: Business Services, Consumer, Digital/Web-Enabled- EBITDA: Minimum of $1,000,000 for platforms. No minimum size for add-ons.- EBITDA margin of 10+%- 3+ year history of profitability- U.S. based and privately held- Majority investments only
Timoneer Strategic Partners is a private investment firm that makes control and minority investments in profitable, closely held lower- and middle-market businesses. We strategically partner with companies and operators to build exceptional businesses and brands.Timoneer takes pride in being a value-added partner and building enduring relationships with its portfolio companies and management teams. Our team at Timoneer has spent significant time affecting both operational / organic growth initiatives, along with inorganic buy-and-build strategies, for numerous family and entrepreneur owned…
Our essence extends beyond the individual—it’s a celebration of ‘we.’ Our culture places humanity at the forefront, embodying a profound people-centric philosophy. We believe in the collective strength of individuals who not only share our core principles but also exude a shared passion for championing small businesses. This commitment is rooted in humility, accountability, and a clear understanding of both who we are and, perhaps more significantly, who we are not.Our unwavering dedication, relentless drive, and fervent work ethic form the bedrock of our support for business owners,…
We are a Pledge Fund (backed by family offices) that invests in scalable and purpose-driven companies in the United States.The founding partners have each over ten years of private equity experience. Our team, operating partners, and pledge fund investors have substantial experience in investing, creating, growing, operating, and selling businesses.We invest in proven businesses with strong management teams within our core sectors: (i) financial services, (ii) business services, and (iii) specialized services and products.We make, both controlling and non-controlling stakes, investments in…
Panther Equity Group ("Panther") is a private investment firm focused on providing capital, strategic support, and resources to healthy & well-positioned companies in the lower middle market. Panther generally invests equity in companies with $3 million to $12 million of EBITDA, experienced management teams, and in industries where Panther has deep relationships with operating partners, industry executives, and channel relationships. While we remain agile in criteria, Panther typically focuses on companies with the following characteristics:Industries: IT Services & Tech-Enabled…
Based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Signal Rock Capital is an independent sponsor investment firm that targets B2B industrial, infrastructure, consumer, and healthcare service businesses with EBITDA of $1.0 to $5.0 million.
Abundant Culture Group, LLC (“Abundant Culture”) is an opportunistic private investment firm that focuses on acquiring middle market and lower middle market companies. We understand that there’s 3 things that are important to a business owner when they’re selling their company.Getting a fair price. No one wants to get cheated on the biggest transaction of their life.Certainty of close. No one wants to go through months of due diligence just for a deal not to happen.Legacy. Most business owners want to be able to visit their company years from now and see their people and their…
Edgehill is a New York-based private investment firm focused on partnering with entrepreneurs and management teams of leading companies in the lower middle market. Edgehill draws on its investing and operational experience, thesis-driven diligence processes, and deep professional networks to source, execute, and manage investments. Over their careers, Edgehill’s founders have operated, invested in, and grown businesses across sectors including technology, business and consumer services, and manufacturing.Team's deal experience…
NoorQuest Capital is a values-driven PE firm that is focused on acquiring and growing small businesses in Texas, Illinois and Louisiana. We partner with small business owners looking to see their business continue to grow while preserving their legacy, ensuring a smooth transition, and doing right by their employees, customers and investors.Our two founders have decades of combined operational and consulting experience. We started out as engineers, and over time expanded our experience across multiple industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, energy, technology, and finance. Others on…
