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Astoria Growth Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

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The company is a private equity fund specializing in the lower middle market. It focuses on strategic investments and is committed to fostering growth and value creation in its portfolio companies. With a robust investment strategy, the firm targets a diverse range of industries, seeking opportunities where it can leverage its expertise to drive operational improvements and financial performance. The firm is dedicated to building long-term partnerships with management teams and stakeholders, ensuring alignment of interests and sustainable success.

TS-CASL LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

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JD/MBA with over a decade in operations & corporate finance in firms ranging from >$500M to <$30M (topline). As a former college football player, I approach deals with the same grit, teamwork, and persistence that defined my playing days—qualities I hope resonate with sellers who want their legacy carried forward.Today, I serve in a strategy role that provides direct insight into the challenges and opportunities owners face.My goal is to acquire and personally lead a business for the long term, bringing both financial discipline and operational stewardship to the table.

Ben Guggenbiller Actively Sourcing Deals

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Buyer Profile / Investment CriteriaI’m a Cincinnati–Dayton–based buyer (West Chester) seeking to acquire and operate a single, well-run small business in the region. Local ownership matters to me—both for hands-on involvement and long-term continuity for employees and customers.Size & EconomicsI’m targeting businesses with normalized annual cash flow of approximately $500K–$2M. This range is large enough to justify the risk and responsibility of ownership while remaining manageable for a first acquisition and long-term operator transition.Industry FocusI’m intentionally…

TriPell Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

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Ironmark Capital is a Westchester-based owner-operator group acquiring recession-resistant, service-based businesses across the U.S. We're not PE — we buy to run the company long-term and protect the team, customers, and legacy.Team & credibility: Lucas Gabow (Founder & Managing Partner). Partners include Carl Wolf (former COO, LanzaTech; former CCO/COO, Newlab), Brian Cinelli (Head of Capital Markets; M&A and legal structuring), and Joe Garvey (multi-unit services/healthcare operator; founder of Protocol Health). Seller and lender references available.What we buy:SDE/EBITDA:…

Elinor Growth Actively Sourcing Deals

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I am seeking to partner with business owners ready for their next chapter. As a marketing and growth leader turned CEO, I thrive on learning what built a company’s success and expanding on that foundation. My goal is to honor the owners’ legacy and unlock new opportunities for growth.Industries: Healthcare, Digital Consumer Services, E-CommerceGeography: Remote, Mid-Atlantic U.S. & United KingdomSize: $400K-1.5M EBITDA

Zal Bahadurji Actively Sourcing Deals

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Background: Commercial and strategy operator with a background spanning enterprise technology and strategy consulting. Most of my recent work has been building and scaling commercial programs in large, complex organizations — strategy, operations, and execution. Earlier in my career I operated in family-owned specialty manufacturing across India, the UAE, and Texas, which is where I first learned how a hands-on business actually runs.Acquisition objective: Looking to acquire and personally operate a single small business as a committed owner-operatorSectors of…

Down Harbor Partners LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

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Down Harbor Partners (DHP) is a private investment firm, aiming to acquire and operate one lower-middle-market business in the Northeast / Mid-Atlantic. Specializing in light manufacturing, consumer products, value-added distribution, and supply chain/logistics sectors, DHP targets businesses characterized by closely held ownership structures and principals approaching retirement. With a foundation built on a 15+ year friendship, the DHP team brings together a unique blend of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) / finance experience and premier supply chain / operations capabilities. 

Arcbright Actively Sourcing Deals

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Melissa Sariffodeen is an award-winning entrepreneur — recognized as one of Canada's Top 40 Under 40 and RBC Entrepreneur of the Year — with nearly two decades of building, leading, and scaling organizations that create real economic and social impact.She is best known as the Co-Founder and CEO of Canada Learning Code (CLC), which she grew into one of Canada's most recognized education organizations, reaching nearly one million people and raising over $50M in funding. In 2025, she led CLC through a successful acquisition, marking a notable exit in Canada's education and technology…

Blue Cypress Financial Actively Sourcing Deals

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Win is a self-funded searcher seeking a business to acquire and operate in DFW. He is a seasoned M&A professional with access to significant capital and appropriate financing, allowing him to move swiftly through the deal process.

West 88 Partners, LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

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West 88 Partners is an equity fund located in the state of Georgia. We would like to partner with an exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth or transition. Post acquisition, we plan to work closely with the business to drive measurable value for all stakeholders. 

NM2109 LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

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I’m an operator looking to acquire a founder-owned food or beverage wholesale distributor or manufacturing business, typically $750k–$10M in EBITDA. I would also be very interested in a category-defining food manufacturer or quick service restaurant group with an eternally relevant product and strong brand or reputation moat.

Ebraco LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

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I am an independent acquisition entrepreneur focused on acquiring and operating a durable, cash-flowing small business in healthcare services, B2B services, or essential services. I am seeking businesses with recurring or repeat revenue, strong customer relationships, and opportunities to improve systems, operations, and growth.Geographically, I am focused on the Northeast, with a preference for opportunities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, and Maryland. My goal is to work with an owner who values legacy, employees, and a thoughtful transition. My background includes…

Alero Investment Group Actively Sourcing Deals

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Alero Holdings is an acquisition and investment firm focused on businesses in the energy, professional services and health sectors. With a strategic emphasis on sustainable growth, the company acquires, optimizes and scales businesses.

NCA SF098, LP Actively Sourcing Deals

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NCA SF098, LP is an Operator-Led Buyout Fund focused on acquiring a profitable industrial business with $10–50 million in revenue, operating in a fragmented market and potentially facing succession or ownership transition challenges.Our targets are industrial manufacturers, distributors of industrial and building products, and MRO service providers, located primarily in Ontario, with flexibility to pursue attractive opportunities across Canada.The fund is sponsored by Novastone Capital Advisors (NCA), a global firm that has partnered with 70+ searchers, completed 24 acquisitions, and…

Arris Capital Group Actively Sourcing Deals

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Arris Capital Group is a Santa Barbara, California-based real estate investment firm specializing in middle-market real estate, with a particular focus on for-rent housing and industrial properties. The company operates as a joint venture equity investor, leveraging over 55 years of combined institutional real estate investment experience and more than $7 billion in transaction history. Arris Capital Group targets institutional-quality projects to create income and generational wealth for private investors, including family offices, RIAs, and high net worth individuals, as well as…

Talent Stew Actively Sourcing Deals

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I care about people. I care about employees and customers. I have seen companies exploit both. As a Christian, maximized profit is not the most important thing. How we treat those in our care matters more.

Pillar One Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

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Looking to acquire, grow, and expand the footprint of a profitable small business in the tri-state area (NYC, NJ, CT + Philly). Previous experience in supply chain, automotive, commerce, and financial services.

Passant Capital LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

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My name is Ken Kranz. I’m an MBA graduate from Chicago Booth and formerly with JP Morgan Private Bank. I’m pursuing the acquisition of a small, owner-operated business as a long-term owner-operator, not a financial buyer.At a high level, I’m focused on profitable, stable B2B businesses with recurring or repeat customer demand. I’m particularly interested in essential products or services, including areas such as specialty distribution or business services, though I’m open to adjacent categories that fit the profile below.Broad criteria:B2B-focused businesses with defensible…

Suncoast Search Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

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Suncoast was founded by Dr. Joseph Papin, a University of Michigan-trained MD/MBA, and is backed by substantial committed capital from a distinguished group of investors—including former owners of the Boston Celtics, founders of leading venture capital funds, and accomplished entrepreneurs. With a long-term horizon, Suncoast is dedicated to acquiring and operating a single exceptional business, bringing deep strategic insight and hands-on operational expertise to drive enduring value.

Sunnyridge Management Actively Sourcing Deals

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Sunnyridge Management is a Los Angeles-based self-funded acquisition firm seeking quality founder-led businesses for long-term ownership and operation. Founded by Cole Tournat — an investment professional with deep experience evaluating businesses across market cycles — Sunnyridge is built on a simple conviction: the best acquisitions are won by protecting the downside.My core operational focus is on building and scaling sales and marketing functions to drive organic growth with businesses who have strong product-market fit serving a niche industry.Cole has spent 4 years at Ares…

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