Red Oak Ventures is a private investment firm focused on making a small to medium-sized acquisition. Our aim is to partner with an exceptional company seeking the next stage of growth. Post-acquisition, we plan on working closely with the company to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.
Richard Coronado is an individual investor focused on acquiring an established product or service B2B company. Targeting EBITDA of $500,000 to $2,000,000 in the greater Southeast Wisconsin and Northern Illinois area. He has an engineering degree and MBA. He has over 20 years experience working in production management, sourcing, supply chain, management consulting, sales, marketing and P&L product management in Fortune 500 pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
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.
I am a current business owner that has hired management to operate the company. I acquired my current business in 2018 and grew sales 84% in 4 years. I implemented new technology, marketing, and streamlined operations to support the growth. I am actively seeking to acquire an additional business in the $1MM to $4MM range with financing or a limited partner.
Represented PDQ Industries Inc., a Lancaster, PA based designer and assembler of commercial-grade door hardware in its recapitalization with CID CapitalRepresented Automotive Keys Group, a portfolio company of Kinderhook Industries, LLC, in its acquisition of United Hardware Supply Inc. ("UHS"). UHS is a distributor of replacement OEM and aftermarket keyless entry remotes & keys, key-cutting and programming equipment, and a variety of hardware.Represented AE Tools & Computers, a provider of OEM-level automotive diagnostic solutions and support to aftermarket automotive repair shops,…
Rob Ryberg at Crestview Investment Manager, LLC is focused on investing in or acquiring lower-middle market businesses. He is interested in healthcare, businesses service, home services and adjacent verticals. He looks for a pattern of consistent performance along with a seasoned management team, community reputation and room for growth or adaptation of the current business model.
Stilwell Corporation is a family-owned investment firm specializing in permanent equity, focusing on long-term growth in both operating companies and real estate. We invest with family capital, prioritizing stability and lasting value over short-term gains
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…
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: $750,000 minimumEBITDA percentage: minimum 15%Geography: Cleveland, OH. Other markets considered: Atlanta, Charlotte, Raleigh, HoustonIndustries of interestIndustrialValue-added distributionLight or niche…
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Oct 2023
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Zeronox, Inc.
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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)
Grindstone Hill is focused on making both control and minority investments in high quality businesses we believe have the potential for signficiant growth. Our team has experience building family businesses and working in institutional private equity. We look to partner with high quality businesses we believe additional capital will drive significant growth. We target investments high quality business, run by quality people, that we believe we can add value over time. Our partners know any business is only as good as the people who are apart of them. .
After starting a "side gig" doing graphic design and brokering printing, I purchased a failing print shop 10 years ago. In the last 10 years, we've both grown organically and have also acquired three other printing companies, and did $1.38 million in revenue in 2022. I've organized our current business to the point that it can run without me, and I'm looking for our next acquisition. I'm still open to closed/failing companies with "good bones", but at this point, I'm also able to acquire something that's larger and operating successfully.
Experienced serial entrepreneur with a diverse skill set spanning from Oil & Gas, Real Estate, Breweries, Fitness, and Hospitality industries, showcasing a versatile skill set in business development and management across various sectors.
Growing up in a self-employed family I have been around business from a very young age. After college, I joined an expanding Canadian distribution company that taught me many real-world business lessons at their expense. During this time I began to invest in real estate via Fix-N-Flips and LTRs and after about a decade I left the corporate world and joined the family construction business. After 7 years we transitioned the company to a management team and now I was able to invest my time and money into a growing distillery. Soon after an opportunity arose to acquire an RV storage business…
Pari Natarajan is an individual investor focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. Pari Natarajan has previously co-founded and exited 2 small companies, and he is pursuing a single company to own and operate. Post acquisition, he plans to work closely with portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.
I have committed funding; commitment letters are available upon request. Ng.life is my private investment vehicle. Equity capital is my own, though I may source additional capital depending on the investment size. Here is my promise: I'm a fast “No,” and a committed “Yes.” I show up prepared for meetings and keep my iPhone in my pocket. I don’t kick tires and am committed when I say I'm interested. I will make you look good along the way. Investment Criteria:Target companies are >20% margins and $1m - $5m in EBITDA. Control buyouts of industrial and business services companies in…
Tiger Lily Holdings is an independent sponsor looking to acquire businesses in Californiathat have durable profits, >20% EBITDA margins and reasonable growth opportunity.
Brent is an experienced entrepreneur with a track record of starting three businesses, acquiring two businesses, and exiting one. Brent is currently the President and CEO of Sage Direct, Inc. where he is focused on growing the firm through strategic partnerships and acquisitions.
Saltillo Capital is an entity I established to house various personal investments and facilitate my search for an company to acquire (with the intention of being owner operator).
I'm an independent investor with experience building, operating, and investing in businesses across business services, technology, consumer products, and media. I'm looking to acquire and operate a business, ideally with a presence in southern California.
Klaxon LLC is a private investment firm focused on small to medium-sized acquisitions. We partner with exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth. We work closely with our portfolio companies after acquisition to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.Judd Lorson is a military veteran and individual entrepreneur looking to buy an existing small business that I will operate full-time for the long term. Prior to founding Klaxon, Judd acquired Alliance CAS in 2018. Alliance specializes in collecting unpaid assessments from delinquent home owners on behalf of community…