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Maiden Lane LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Maiden Lane LLC is an investment vehicle focused on acquiring small to medium sized businesses ($3-30m in sales, $0.5-5m in EBITDA). Our objective is to find stable businesses that can benefit from entrepreneurial ownership. Our goal is to find businesses that we can grow, not under-invest in to bleed it for cash flow. In terms of management, our preference would be to retain all your employees, not reduce headcount upon assuming ownership. We are looking for situations where a number of the following are present: having a motivated seller, concentrated ownership (we would prefer to…

Starpoint Venture Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

I am a seasoned investment professional with over a decade of private equity and cross-border M&A experience, most recently as a Sloan Fellow at MIT. I am now pursuing a U.S.-focused traditional search fund, seeking to acquire and operate a high-quality, privately held business with strong fundamentals and growth potential. With a global perspective, operational expertise, and a hands-on leadership style, I offer business owners a trusted succession path and a commitment to preserving legacy while driving sustainable growth.

Granite Instruments Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Granite Instruments acquires excellent manufacturing and design companies in the scientific instrument industry or that derive the majority of their revenue from scientific research-related clients. Companies maintain operational autonomy. Granite Instruments is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Worldly Partners Management Limited Partnership.

JTC Holdings LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Joe is an independent sponsor looking to acquire and operate in Massachusetts ($1-3M EBITDA, Industry Agnostic). He's an experienced operator with a background in general management and engineering, having worked across manufacturing, finance, sales and marketing. He’s highly flexible on deal structure and is a unique exit option for owner operator and family owned businesses. 

Sage Blacksmith Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

I've raised committed capital from Pacific Lake and Peterson (two $2B investors) to acquire and grow a training, service or software company. I spent a decade leading companies internationally prior to HBS, including leading a UK STEM university, developing data science capabilities for clients like GE, and advising investors like Owl ($2B AUM).

SJC33 Holdings LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

I’m a self-funded investor with a background in B2B technology and business services. After a decade in strategic and operational roles at HubSpot, I created a holding company focused on acquiring and growing lower middle-market businesses across the Northeast and other select U.S. markets. I have direct experience managing SBA-financed acquisitions. My investment thesis centers on established, cash-flow-positive businesses with strong customer relationships and opportunities for operational improvement. I am currently seeking to acquire a business with $3M–$10M in revenue and…

Adom Capital Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Backed by a team of seasoned operators and investors, Adom Capital Partners (ACP) was founded with the objective to acquire and build one great company. Post-close, Paul will join the management team of the acquired company and dedicate all of her energy to building upon the legacy you created. ACP seeks business with revenues between $5-$50million, $2-$20 million in EBITDA and margins above 15%.

Lignum Vitae Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

I am focused on businesses with strong market positions with an opportunity to grow through marketing investment and new technology adoption. I have spent the last twenty years organically growing startup technology businesses, and have integrated business systems and operations through multiple large and small acquisitions.

Orchard Run Capital

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  • 4 Total Closed Deals
Orchard Run Capital L.L.C. was founded in order to identify and purchase a business that its managing member will own and operate. We offer business founders/owners the opportunity for succession, committing to long-term ownership and to build upon their legacy.The managing member is an experienced executive having spent more than 25 years in operating leadership and M&A roles in the healthcare/life sciences, industrial and commercial real estate sectors. The target business will be headquartered in the southeastern U.S., to which the new owner and operator (i.e., the managing…
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Sombra Capital Management

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  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Sombra Capital Management is a private investment firm focused on healthcare, technology, industrials and business services. Sombra is comprised of long-term oriented investors and talented operators, who each bring deep sector expertise and complimentary skill sets. Sombra's strategy is to work closely with portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.
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Boston Consulting Group

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    This member has no reported closed transactions.

The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) is a global management consulting firm and the world’s leading advisor on business strategy. Now in our sixth decade, we continue not only to grow but also to embody the same timeless sense of purpose and the constant call for renewal that our founder Bruce Henderson instilled at our inception. Our mission is clear. We go deep to unlock insight and have the courage to act. We bring the right people together to challenge established thinking and drive transformation. We work with our clients to build the capabilities that enable organizations to achieve…

Twelve Twelve AG Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Plan to deploy capital across the SMB space. Focused on companies in home care services and healthcare. Plan to operate and hold for an extended period. Based in Boston and open to opportunities across the New England area.

The Lovell Fund

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    This member has no reported closed transactions.

The Lovell Fund is a private investment firm focused on acquiring a small to medium sized business. Our Principal plans on assuming an operational role to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.

Ellery Group

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    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Ellery Group Holdings, LLC is an entrepreneurial investment firm seeking to acquire and operate platform companies that generate strong cash flow and can be grown both organically and through add-on acquisitions. The firm is focused on making control investments in business services, healthcare services, specialty distribution or niche manufacturing businesses with an enterprise value between $5 million and $30 million. We typically provide both capital + management and are comfortable in situations where the current owner/operator is looking for liquidity and a succession plan.

Proze Legacy

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Proze Legacy 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.Miriam Prosnitz founded Proze Legacy with the goal of acquiring a company she can run for her career. After graduating from MIT, she pursued non-traditional roles where she could work with real people on their problems. Eventually, Miriam realized where she could help the most would be in growing a business and managing a…

Vault Key Enterprises

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    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Vault Key is dedicated to sourcing, acquiring and operating small to medium size businesses in New England.

Kodama Systems

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    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Kodama Systems 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. 

John S. Kim

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    This member has no reported closed transactions.

John S. Kim is a former Wayfair executive looking to acquire and manage an e-commerce firm in the $1-$2M EBITDA range. During his 9 years at Wayfair, John launched and scaled the Wayfair Canada business; built the Pricing, Competitive Intelligence, and Algorithms functions; and oversaw the Business Intelligence and Algorithms teams.

Lotus Valley Holdings, LLC

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    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Lotus Valley Holdings is an investment firm seeking to acquire a small, founder-owned business between 750K and 2M of EBITDA. We are long-term holding company and are focused on helping founders transition their business into the next generation. Lotus Valley is solely owned and managed by founder Ed Zhang.Lotus Valley intends to fund acquisitions through SBA 7(a) loans and sponsor equity

Blazemark Capital Partners

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    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Blazemark Capital Partners is a New England-based investment partnership seeking a single lower middle-market business that is considering an ownership transition to a pair of local, experienced operators. With 100% of our focus on growing one's business, strong local connections, and a commitment to quality, integrity, and respect, we offer an alternative choice for owners considering a succession plan.We are an attractive partner for business owners looking to realize a liquidity event and watch their legacy grow. The partnership is backed by a network of experienced executives, operators,…

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