Hartman Search 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.
Lead Lap is a Northfield, Illinois-based private investment firm with several current investments in private companies. Lead Lap seeks control investments in the business services, consumer, online, education, information, media, marketing services, and health services sectors of small to mid-size company buyouts. Lead Lap also makes non-control growth capital investments in promising businesses. Lead Lap was founded by operating executive David F. Zucker ("Zucker"), who serves as Managing Partner, and made his first private company investment in 1994. Zucker combines twenty-three years of…
Camp Lake Capital (“CLC”) is a Chicago-based private investment firm focused on acquiring and growing lower middle-market industrial businesses for the long-term. We seek to partner with leading industrial companies led by best-in-class management teams who desire to grow with and participate in the ownership of the business. In addition to providing capital, CLC also offers a network of operating resources who can assist with growth and operational improvement in a variety of ways, from new customer relationships and strengthening market share to increasing operating margins and sourcing…
I am a single-member company that has acquired three businesses, ranging from 400k - 3 million in EBITDA. I take excess funds and invest in assisted living properties and various real estate development. I am looking to purchase another company, and am exploring a sale of one of my cos.
About Us: As a family office, 5 Nails Capital is a patient owner of companies with the flexibility of holding investments in perpetuity to generate outsized returns for all stakeholders.Mission: We transform businesses to enrich lives. With a long-term mindset rooted in the 80/20 principle, continuous improvement, and collaboration, we help companies build exceptional workplaces, solve customer's challenges, and create enduring value for all stakeholders.Experience: We combine operational leadership experience from roles at companies such as Danaher, IDEX, KKR, and International Paper,…
Paroya & Aslam Capital is a private investment firm focused on acquiring and operating essential service businesses across the U.S.—from dental and healthcare clinics to field services, logistics, and infrastructure. We’re not financial engineers. We’re operators who build cash-flow compounding platforms in sectors the modern economy can’t function without.We invest with discipline, structure for permanence, and scale with purpose—targeting companies with $1–5M in EBITDA, strong local presence, and recession-resistant demand. Our strategy is rooted in wartime thinking: acquire…
Marrello Corporation is a private investment firm focused on partnering with lower middle-market business owners and entrepreneurs seeking the next stage of growth. Marrello Corporation is focused on North American opportunities and seeks to partner with talented management teams.
In 2009, Jim Wong founded Brilliant™, a specialized staffing firm targeting the accounting, finance and IT sectors in Chicago and Florida. Under Jim’s leadership as CEO and Board member, Brilliant™ was recognized as the fastest growing company in Chicago and second fastest growing staffing company in America. Brilliant™ has continued to be named annually as one of Chicago’s 50 fastest growing companies since 2015. In 2018, Jim led Brilliant™ to a successful recapitalization transaction with Silver Oak Services Partners; and continues to provide strategic leadership to the business…
I am a Partner in a CPA firm and work with a group of investors that would like to acquire a business or multiple businesses. Preferably, the initial investment would be a platform type acquisition that we can both continue to grow organically and also make more add-on or related acquisitions. I have a network of people that can provide additional operating experience and support to these acquisitions, along with ecommerce and programming services.
I’ve spent the last 10+ years in engineering leadership for Google/Meta(Facebook). Looking for a company that i can acquire and grow through improved technology/software. Looking for companies around Chicago with EBITDA between 1M-3M.
The family business has been successfully sold, leading to a significant influx of capital that now presents exciting opportunities for the acquisition of a new operating venture. The primary goal is to identify and acquire a promising business while simultaneously offering robust support to the outgoing owner and their management team, ensuring a smooth transition and continued growth. This approach emphasizes collaboration and respect for the legacy of the previous ownership, setting the stage for future success and innovation.
I am an investment professional with ~10 years experience working in public securities markets, looking to own a small operating business. I am working with an informal network of like-minded individuals. We would then look to keep current management, tap someone in our networks, or engage in a search for new management, if necessary.
CustomPrints 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.
GPC believes that collaboration, experience and enthusiasm can enhance small businesses on the top line and bottom line. We’re focused on growing businesses, not reducing headcount.The team specializes in the physical world. We’re focused on distribution, industrials and light manufacturing. Our team has experience in large, medium and small businesses from start-up through maturity.We grow businesses the old-fashioned way by listening to customers and growing with them. Email is nice, but personal interactions are better.We are concerned with all stakeholders. A company is only as…
I'm an experienced operator and private investor based in Chicago, acquiring businesses through my firm, Blackspear, LLC. With a $30MM+ net worth and $10MM in liquid capital, I'm actively seeking to acquire one or more lower-middle market companies with $750K–$3MM in EBITDA across industries like property/home services, B2B services, specialized manufacturing and healthcare. I’m a cash buyer—no debt, no outside LPs—able to move quickly and close with certainty. I’m looking to build a portfolio of high-quality businesses and value long-term relationships with intermediaries who bring…
Macon Legacy is an independent organization looking to acquire a business for the owner, Tarra Sharp, to own, operate and grow for the long-term. Seeking B2B services opportunities with $500K-$2M in EBITDA preferably in the mid-west, but open to other regions as well. Tarra formally ran a search fund, JHMacon Capital, and has access to outside equity capital or can fund the business solo through SBA loan, personal savings and seller financing, which is preferred. Tarra is an experienced business builder and people leader having spent 15 years in operations, strategy and marketing roles at…
Taimaa is an Ontario based business that is helping small and medium business scale and grow. We also invest in promising established business across multiple industries
BMH Partners, LLC has been in existence since 2017 and has been an equity investor in multiple endeavors and industries including Trampoline Parks, a Cannabis Farm, a Healthcare IT company, and Real Estate. It currently holds positions in the Real Estate and Trampoline Parks and is looking to grow by investing in a new opportunity as a part of an investment group or acquiring its own business and operating it. BMH Partners is led by its owner and Managing Director Mr. Brian Harms. Brian is a 23 year veteran of GE and most recently was the President over a portion of GE Healthcare's US based…
Larry and Zhao started Legacy Growth Partners LLC to buy and build businesses for the long term. Zhao has an MBA from Booth and over 7 years in Investment banking M&A. Larry has a background in trading and managing traders and real estate investments. We are looking for businesses in Chicago/NE IL or SE Wisconsin. No Restaurants/bars or heavy manufacturing. SDE $500k-$1,500k.
I am looking to acquire a product or service entity with annual sales of $1-15M and low double-digit EBITDA. My ideal target is an organization focused on the B2B market in the greater Chicagoland area, with the opportunity to grow through modernizing sales, marketing, and product offerings. Once acquired, I plan to run the company and lead it to the next phase of growth. I am currently seeking conversations with individuals who can help me identify and close on a new business, as well as work with me beyond the acquisition.
