I am an acquisition entrepreneur looking to acquire and operate a B2B product or service business in the Chicagoland area or Northwest Indiana generating $750k - $2M in annual profit. I have experience as a GM, strategist, management consultant, and investment banker, bringing breadth and depth of cross-functional expertise that allows me to serve as a versatile 'utility' team leader and 'player-coach' focused on building exceptional team culture and delivering results. I have a long-term investment horizon, intending to run the business I acquire for the duration of my career. I am a…
I was with KPMG for 24 years (10 years as a partner) and took a buyout in 2024. I have initiated an independent search fund, and have been involved in several deal pursuits (both independently and with partners). Deal Parameters: EBITDA ranging from $750k to $1.5m, Revenue $2m to $6m (or higher with partners). Industry focus has been B2B products and services, residential services, consumer products, and certain e-commerce platforms. Geography is primary New England but we have also evaluated virtual/SaaS models in other parts of the country. While at KPMG, I specialized in valuation,…
Interested in passive or active equity investments in small/middle market companies. 20+yrs investment experience across a variety of sectors and businesses. Would consider a wide range of opportunities.
Immaterial Capital, LLC is a private investment firm focused on acquiring businesses in the lower middle market. We are primarily focused on the manufacturing sector, drawing on prior investment experience and our backgrounds in private equity, operations, and quantitative finance.
Long-term investor and operator looking for great businesses to buy and grow in Northeast Ohio.I have spent my career thus far in private equity investing and as a consultant at McKinsey. I know the challenges of private equity ownership and want to bring a longer term, more flexible and operationally oriented approach to business owners that want an alternative.
I am an engineer and I have been in commercial construction for 26 years with an emphasis on large scale healthcare and higher education projects. I am also the managing partner of a real estate LLC that owns 14 commercial properties. I am also a silent partner in two separate private equity ventures. I am interested in aquiring a small business and eventually setting up a holding company with mulitple small businesses flowing into it.
Almaz Bridge Capital is a private investment firm specializing in alternative investments and low & middle market business acquisition,with a focus on manufacturing, engineering services and energy (power generation and oil & gas).
Onsite Lean Works is a consulting firm that specializes in process improvement and lean training services, primarily targeting industries such as pharmaceuticals, aerospace, aviation, and private equity. The company operates as a limited liability company (LLC) and is dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency and performance through lean process improvements and implementation services. Founded by Ahmed Elayouty, who has over 15 years of experience in lean implementation and operational excellence, Onsite Lean Works serves US-based manufacturing operations, particularly in the Northeast…
I am searching for a single business to acquire and operate. My investment parameters include adjusted EBITDA less than $2 million and enterprise value less than $10 million. I am industry agnostic and looking for a business with an in-place operating team to assist with the transition. My background includes 6 years leading the alternative investment department for a $5 billion RIA and 4 years in consulting and M&A advising.
Merseyshell is a partnership between Guillermo Ochoa and a group of investors known as Search Fund Accelerator (SFA). SFA operates as a single fund with committed capital and has acquired over 25 companies in the last 10 years. The single fund backing expedites review process with only one decision maker and committed capital ready to be deployed. SFA has established partnerships with financial lenders, due diligence teams, and service provides to quickly execute acquisitions.I am seeking to acquire a single high-quality business with the following characteristics:Industry: light…
Pack Holdings is a partnership built to acquire and sustain a great business, carrying forward the legacy of its owner. Founded by two entrepreneurs with a long-term mindset, the company is dedicated to acquiring and operating businesses with a focus on maintaining their legacy. Pack Holdings operates with a commitment to grit and care, ensuring the continued success and growth of its portfolio companies.
I am an experienced executive and investor that has spent the last 10+ years evaluating, diligencing and executing medium-sized transactions in the consumer industry at a private equity-backed holding company. During this time, I was part of deploying $1.8bn of capital across 12 deals. Notable brands in our portfolio included Vera Wang, Toys"R"Us, Bonobos, Express clothing, Rag & Bone, Joesph Abboud and others. In this next phase of my career, I am combining my experience in investing with a passion for small businesses. This passion was instilled in me through a family of small…
ASEC Partners Group is a self-funded search fund led by three operators with backgrounds in investment banking, private equity, and operations. We focus on acquiring and growing asset-light, repeat / recurring-revenue businesses in home services, logistics, light manufacturing, and B2B services across the East Coast, with a particular interest in the Maryland and broader DMV region. Our acquisitions are financed through personal capital and SBA-backed funding, reflecting our commitment to long-term ownership and hands-on operational excellence. We aim to partner with founders to preserve…
I am a long-time corporate leader in energy and sustainability looking to transition into business ownership. I have deep experience in leadership, revenue growth, customer acquisition, and strategy.
Based in Indiana. MBA at UVA’s Darden School of Business. Undergrad at Notre Dame. I’m a strategy and marketing leader with a proven track record of driving growth for top pharmaceutical products as well as major consumer brands.
