Meet Sam!Sam Elsaadi is a seasoned investment professional. Sam started his career in the investment banking division of Goldman Sachs and subsequently worked in 3 investing roles (IQVIA, Lightview Capital, and Huron Capital) before deciding to launch his own independent investing efforts. In the past year, he completed investment execution assignments supporting several PE firms (Bateleur Capital, HKW, Lightview Capital, Nexa Equity, etc.).
We are a firm with experience in healthcare and technology. We are seeking businesses that have strong sustainable cash flows, light capex needs, operate in a fragmented market that has strong tailwinds, and have a strong sustainable competitive advantage. We are a team of Wharton MBAs, who are interested in buying and operating small to mid-sized businesses in the U.S.
Frog Rock Holdings is a boutique investment vehicle focused on driving growth in small businesses. We leverage the extensive experience of our primary founder and team of partners/advisors to identify undervalued ventures with high potential, and execute profitable growth strategies while preserving legacy for exiting founders. Our focus is on businesses generating between $1m and $10m EBITDA.
Meraki Investments, LLC is a private investment firm focused on small to medium-sized acquisitions of established quality businesses. We have committed Family Office Capital that can facilitate a management buy-out, recap, or solve for owner succession planning. Meraki partners with companies with unique customer and employee experiences who are seeking a long term partner. We partner to unlock growth potential, including adding investing in resources and assisting with sales strategy. We are focused on values-aligned companies in B2B services and consumer products/brands. We can bring…
Carter is a seasoned entrepreneur, having spent the last 23 years scaling SMBs, she's raised multiple rounds of funding, and overseen an IPO with a valuation of $250 million. Now, as a Consultant and Operating Partner at a Venture Capital firm, she leverages her experience to help founders drive sustainable revenue growth. She is now looking to purchase her own business with her husband.
Fulton Equity [www.FultonEquity.com] is a Cleveland, OH-based holding company that invests in lower middle market businesses. We use a long-term, growth oriented approach that may be perfect for those owners who are searching for a liquidity event, but still care deeply about the long-term positioning of their company, employees, as well as their legacy.Our deal parameters are:EBITDA range: $500,000 minimumEBITDA percentage: minimum 15%Geography: Cleveland, OH. Other markets considered: Atlanta, Charlotte, Raleigh, HoustonIndustries of interestIndustrialValue-added distributionLight or niche…
Most Recent Transactions
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Oct 2023
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Zeronox, Inc.
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Aug 2018
Fulton Equity
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HandiCraft, Inc. (as part of LEFCO Worthington, LLC)
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Mar 2018
Fulton Equity
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Hanlon Composites, LLC
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Jun 2008
Fulton Equity
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Joint Venture with Worthington Steelpac, Inc. (formed LEFCO Worthington, LLC)
Mark Sinatra is an individual investor focused on acquiring companies based in California and Texas with cash flow of $300k to $1MM. Shortly after graduating Wharton’s MBA program, Mark embarked on a quest to acquire and operate a company; and in July 2008 after researching the PEO industry, Mark acquired Staff One HR. Mark led Staff One HR through a period of substantial growth highlighted by achieving the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies for four years in a row, and culminating in Staff One HR’s sale to its largest privately-held competitor, Oasis Outsourcing, in December…
John F Menzel is 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.
High net worth individual with a background in consumer products, specifically in the skincare and medical device space. Serial entrepreneur with multiple exits seeking to build a portfolio of brands that can be grown through existing management teams combined with new leadership.Seeking CPG brands over $2m in revenue, with low SKU count, high margins, local supply chains, and a high percentage of recurring revenue.
I hope that through my experience of running, growing, and selling our family business, I can help another family business fulfill their goals of transitioning their life work to the next generation with success. I joined my family's business full-time 6 years ago with the goal of helping my Dad get the business ready to sell. My Dad started the business in 2009 in a very niche space within the transportation service industry. In Feb of 2023, we were successfully acquired through a search fund. We could not be more happy for the outcome of this transition both for our family as well as the…
Revival Enterprises LLC is a private investment firm seeking small to mid-sized acquisition targets. We focus in Service or Consumer Companies with Eternally Profitable Growth generating $150,000 SDE with real estate, or option to buy at end of lease, where a manager can lead operations and a team of employees 40-50 hours/week.
Aeight Group's business is to acquire and operate small businesses in the U.S. Our responsibility as new owners is to preserve the legacy of the founders, align incentives between owners and employees, and introduce value creation initiatives to drive the next stage of growth.
I have worked in healthcare project management for the last decade and had experiemce where my destiny was in control of someone else which made me extremely uncomfortable. I am looking to jump off on my own. I own 2-duplexes and have self managed them for more than 10-years. I now own them free and clear.
Self funded searcher looking for first acquisition. 20+ years of experience as management consultant and Fortune 50 sales executive. Looking for durable, profitable businesses that need a management / process / technology turbocharging to get to the next level.
Kennedy Holding Company was formed for the special purpose of acquiring a business that improves the lives of its clients. The company is looking to fulfill the legacy of the previous owner and/or founder, with an emphasis on maintaining relationships with existing customers and employees. If the seller has an interest in the future wellbeing of the business, Kennedy Holding Company will pledge to carry the owner's values into the future operations.
We are an investment firm focused on acquiring small businesses and commercial real estate. If you are selling your business (preferably home service/construction or manufacturing), we are actively acquiring businesses that cash flow a minimum of $1M/yr.Generous referral fees will be available for referrals that lead to a successful acquisition.
I am an executive seeking to invest in a platform company focusing on staffing or project services to the healthcare or infrastructure sectors. Im currently sn executive of 7 operating companies focused on the services. My current role includes sourcing, negotiating, closing, and integrating acquisitions. I also oversee the accounting and finance groups.
Anthony Zhang, is an entrepreneur with two previous successful exits. He's done the VC funding route with his last few businesses, this time he wants to try the acquisition entrepreneurship route. Anthony is a proven leader who has founded/led growth & marketing teams at three venture-backed companies. He built his first company at 18, eventually growing operations to 22 markets and employing over 1,500. Anthony oversaw $10MM+ annual marketing spend into online media channels, SEO/ASO, offline marketing/branding campaigns, PR strategy, events, affiliate/influencer marketing, partnerships,…
Labensky Enterprises is a private investment firm focused on small sized acquisitions. We partner with founders that have built a strong foundation but are seeking the next stage of growth. We work closely in a collaborative, hands- on approach to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.David Labensky is an experienced real estate executive with a demonstrated history of founding and operating a successful real estate development company that invests primarily in value add single family rentals. Strong skillset of Business Development, Analysis, Underwriting, Negotiation, Management,…
My previous company, Reliable Glass, was sold in 2022-23 with the major buyer being Safelite Auto Glass. Currently I operate my real estate holding company - Foretco LLC. I am currently looking to buy a company along with two of my late 20's children that we can operate together.
