Traditional active investors stop with a vote, a letter, or a board seat. We go deeper, working with management to influence real operating decisions. This could mean allocating capital, repositioning assets, creating good governance, rethinking corporate strategy, or breaking operational blockages. Many financial investors underestimate the time, hard work, and leadership required to drive change. We understand it because we’ve been there: our experience spans the board room, the management team, and the investment committee. Unlike many traditional investors, we’re not afraid…
ARC Industries, Inc.(”ARC”), founded in 1999 is a family office in Charlotte, NC specializing in succession planning transactions with companies valued between $1m and $10m. We have completed 19 acquisitions. Typically, companies are owner / operated. We will then choose an operating partner (either new to the company or from within existing management) who will become the daily manager (President) and will oversee all aspects of the business. The new President will have significant ownership and will have demonstrated a desire to own the company for years to come.
Turnkey Solutions for Merger and AcquisitionsVeritas is a boutique Merger and Acquisitions firm located in Houston, Texas focused on the Lower Middle Market Companies. We are buyers, investors, and brokers.
Arcspring is an operator-centric lower middle market private equity firm with considerable expertise operating, scaling, and investing in consumer services, business services, and industrial services businesses. We partner with capable founders and management teams to deploy our transformational Springboard value creation framework focused on technology transformation and growth acceleration to optimize the delivery and quality of services. Arcspring’s founders and partners have over a century of combined experience executing on transformational tech-enabled value creation plays creating…
Middle Market P.E firm specializing in Niche Manufacturing, HVAC and Construction businesses. We seek to invest in small companies with a history of profitability, poised for high growth, and that will benefit from our financial, operational, and strategic expertise. We like situations where the entrepreneur is ready to dial it back or retire, while maintaining a partnership with us.
Current Yield with Participation Fund 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.
Ellis Reid LLC is a private equity fund formed by former executives and operating partners seeking to make acquisitions in lower middle-market businesses, primarily in the manufacturing space.
We are an integrated development, investment management and advisory group focused on opportunities in real estate and manufacturing. Leveraging the experience of our international team and affiliates we seek to unlock distressed and repositioning opportunities in developed markets with particular focus on the US as well as greenfield development projects and special situations in select emerging markets.
We have committed capital and focus on acquiring industrial manufacturing businesses with revenues in the range of $25 to $75 million with EBITDAs of less than $5 million. We welcome challenging situations and also acquire businesses with negative EBITDA provided our other criteria are satisfied. The firm is led by Sam Khoury who is a seasoned investor / CEO and has turned around and grown 30+ businesses. We seek control investments and get directly involved in the daily management of the acquired businesses.The acquisition could be anywhere in the United States.
Sundeck Capital is an investment management firm focused on acquiring and growing small businesses. Sundeck has a passion for investments that promote the continued success of small businesses as well as the communities they support.
Franklin Hill Capital is a private equity firm that partners with owners and management teams of middle market companies to support their growth and capital needs. Franklin Hill tailors its investments to meet the unique needs of each company, providing owners and management teams the financial flexibility to achieve their goals. Franklin Hill’s principals have extensive experience partnering with, advising, and investing in middle market companies.
We believe that the combination of an investor, entrepreneur, and manager leads to the best results for all parties. As an investor, we want to get a good return and we must accurately anticipate both the threats and possibilities in the market and the business. As an entrepreneur, we have to take risks, seize opportunities, rely on our intuition, and sometimes take firm action to achieve our goals. As a manager, we get people moving, provide structure, develop lasting improvements, and we help keep or make employees proud of their company.
BC2 Capital was established as the commercial real estate arm for BAM Capital Group, the family office for Dr. H Doug Barnes, H Doug Barnes Jr. & family
Staple Investments is a private equity firm dedicated to long-term investments and fostering business growth through a values-driven approach. The firm is committed to preserving and expanding high-quality businesses, with a strategic focus on stable returns and shareholder value growth. Staple Investments operates primarily in the healthcare, consumer, industrial, and services sectors, employing disciplined private equity strategies to achieve its goals. With a team of approximately 50 experienced professionals, the firm emphasizes operational excellence and rigorous strategy to support its…
Strategikon Partners is a private equity firm that specializes in acquiring small businesses with SDE ranging from $200k to $500k. The firm is dedicated to structuring deals that are mutually beneficial, offering a flexible and tailored approach to meet the specific needs of business owners.
Bluehenge Capital Partners is a leveraged Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) focused on delivering hybrid capital solutions—primarily structured debt and selectively equity—to lower middle-market businesses across the United States. The firm has grown through two SBIC funds totaling over $400 million in capital. Bluehenge emphasizes disciplined underwriting, downside protection, and strategic alignment with management teams, private equity sponsors, and other stakeholders. Its investment strategy is built around a flexible mix of unitranche, mezzanine debt, preferred equity, and…
MKH Capital Partners is a private equity firm that targets investment opportunities across a diverse range of sectors, including financial services, communications, education, energy, and consumer markets. The firm is composed of a team of experienced professionals with backgrounds in private equity and investment analysis. They focus on identifying and capitalizing on strategic investment opportunities, leveraging their expertise to drive growth and value in their portfolio companies. MKH Capital Partners is committed to fostering strong partnerships and delivering sustainable results for…
When a business owner wants to exit, but lacks a succession plan, their legacy is in jeopardy. Who can be trusted to preserve and grow their business? Sleeping Giant Capital is a Kalamazoo based firm that exists to solve this dilemma. We invest in West Michigan by acquiring small businesses and growing them over the long term. To do so, we develop the next generation of business owners, back them with capital, and surround them operating resources and expertise.
Tristone Partners is a private equity firm that specializes in investments in middle-market and growth-oriented companies. With a global operational reach, the firm targets sectors such as consumer, industrial, and technology. Tristone Partners is committed to driving operational improvements and strategic growth in its portfolio companies.
