Experienced serial founder looking to acquire and grow an existing business. Previous companies started include Casper (IPO, Acquired) and Tomorrow Health - both backed by top-tier venture capital firms.
Among other roles, I spent seven years in middle market sell-side investment banking focused on founder or family-owned companies in retail and energy industries. Collectively, I closed over $1.0B in transactions, as well as multiple valuation engagements. I'm looking for businesses in the greater Pittsburgh region that demonstrate stable cash flows a diverse customer base with inorganic growth opportunities. I'm industry agnostic.
Akadia Capital Partners acquires high quality businesses from owners, founders, and entrepreneurs. Our flexible mandate allows us to structure the terms of the acquisition based on your needs and wants. We employ a seamless and transparent process that provides you with clarity on what to expect.
Seabreeze Equity is searching for a lower middle market business to acquire & operate. Its principal, Peter deBaptiste, began his career as a lower middle market lender at Commercial Bank where he managed and grew a loan portfolio of $100mm. He then went on to serve as VP of Finance and President of Delivery Dudes, a restaurant delivery service. At Delivery Dudes Peter supported three rounds of capital raises, built an executive team, and ultimately led the sale process for a $23mm exit.
I own two marketing agencies that primarily work with video, personal brand and digital marketing. I specialize in acquiring customers through facebook and google ads. I also specialize in growing organic social media channels on instagram, tiktok and youtube. www.darngoodads.com and www.trendvideo.io
Uphill Partners LLC is searching for a business to acquire and operate. Company targets are located in SE Michigan or can be operated remotely, is service-based, and has EBITDA (or SDE) of $400K - $1M. Inspired by the founders’ love for distance running and mountain sports, Uphill Partners LLC is in it for the long run. We strive to continue creating value for customers and our local community.
I would be interested in acquiring a home services business in the Southwest United States or on the U.S.-Mexico border. I have worked in the strategic planning and corporate development groups of an Australian based energy company and plan to make the transition to an operator role and build upon previous experience.
I am a highly technical business development lead looking to acquire a manufacturing business in Northern New Jersey. I graduated from Princeton with a degree in Computer Science Engineering and a minor in Finance. After a career in banking I pivoted to small business where I ran an electronics manufacturer focused on the Department of Defense and was employee #1 at a VC backed startup. I have also owned a general contracting company and have been active in the residential construction industry for over 10 years.
Lynwood is made up of a single hands-on, dedicated entrepreneur looking to offer a succession option to a promising business in Canada or the US. Lynwood is funded by a diverse team of entrepreneur-investors, with extensive experience buying and successfully growing small-to-medium enterprises over the long term.We are not here to manage an investment portfolio or run a satellite division. We are here to roll up our sleeves, and live and breathe your business. Our primary goal is to protect what you have worked hard to create, but we’ll also bring our skills and dedication to help it…
WHERE WE’RE GOINGIn 5–10 years, we see a portfolio of businesses operating independently but united by shared values: purpose, growth, employee-ownership, and good energy. We will exit progressively — through internal transitions, ESOP models, or equity pathways that reward all stakeholders.We are Eric and Laura Marzec—partners in marriage, family, and now in building a new kind of business legacy. Our journey began in Venezuela, where Eric was playing professional baseball and Laura was advancing her medical career. We married in 2016, became parents to Eva (2018) and Zoe (2022), and…
I'm an agnostic investor with a focus on identifying compelling opportunities across sectors and asset classes. I prioritize fundamentals, scalable business models, and strong leadership teams—whether in energy, tech, or traditional industries.
Worked for a Toronto-based mid-market private equity fund, where I led 17 acquisitions of small to medium-sized businesses. Post-close, I supported them through transition planning and operational initiatives to drive growth and improved profitability. Following this, I worked in a C-level role for a PE-backed company, which I recently left to focus full-time on finding a business to acquire and operate for the long run.
JoeldCo, LLC – Investing in Great Businesses, Elevating Their FutureJoeldCo, LLC is a private investment firm focused on acquiring and growing established small to mid-sized businesses. We provide a seamless transition for owners looking to exit while preserving their legacy and supporting long-term success. Post-acquisition, we actively partner with leadership teams to enhance operations, drive sustainable growth, and create lasting value for all stakeholders."
Lionfield Capital is a private investment firm out of Key Biscayne, FL. Backed by institutional investors. Our mandate from our LPs is to look for US companies with EBITDA ranging from US$1.5-$5mm. Flexible mandate in regards to industries and geography. We are better suited for owners facing succession issues or companies in need of management.
Riverside Impact Capital LLC is a search-based investment platform targeting businesses with impactful products or servicesWe are primarily focused on the following industries: Non-profit & government servicesEducation & workforce developmentHealthcare servicesWater & environmental servicesClean energy / decarbonizationRecycling & waste managementOur investment criteria: Impactful product or service At least five years of historyRevenue of $5-25mThree or more years of $750k - $5m+ EBITDASignificant portion of revenue is recurring (contractual or otherwise)An established team (ideally >5…
Jodabit Partners 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.
- A STEWARD FOR YOUR LEGACY - SEVENONE HOLDINGS is actively pursuing the acquisition of an established business in South Florida, targeting companies with $5 million to $25 million in sales and $1 million to $5 million in EBITDA
Fairview Succession LP is an entrepreneurial investment firm focused on water and waste related services. Fairview acquired CatchAll Environmental in 2023 to establish a platform for future growth and acquisitions in water-related services. CatchAll Environmental provides stormwater management solutions in the US Pacific Northwest. Fairview Succession is backed by entrepreneurs who have taken part in building over 200 businesses, including JetBlue, Asurion, Vivint, Allbirds, and Bonobos. Some of them have sold for large valuations, and others have even gone public. But they all started as…
I represent a group of experienced investment partners focused on acquiring
and scaling lower middle-market businesses in tech, media, and oil & gas. We
prefer Texas-based companies, especially in Austin and Houston. We can step
in to operate if management exits and bring proven experience using AI to
streamline operations and improve efficiency. Target EBITDA: $1M–$10M.
