Figure 8 Holdings is prepared to acquire a U.S. company and operate it for the long term. We will partner with the existing business owner to facilitate a successful transition for their company, employees and clients.
My name is Michael Haden and I launched, Vandalia Ventures in March 2024. By way of background, I am a former CFO with significant M&A experience / capital formation experience. I am seeking to acquire and operate a service business between $500k-$2.0mm of EBITDA. My geographic focus area is Western Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Ohio.
We are a small family office managed by serial entrepreuneurs. We are looking to acquire a business generating, ideally, at least $250k SDE with a "growth" opportunity profile. We are industry and location-agnostic, though preference is given to opportunities within a 5-hour drive radius of Philadelphia, PA. We have over 45 years of collective experience owning and operating businesses, each ranging from between $3m and $100m per year in revenue.
Operator seeking to acquire and lead a founder-owned business with $1–4M of EBITDA in a fragmented B2B services industry. Previously led a $43M revenue, multi-location operation with profit-based compensation. I will step in as CEO post-close and focus on disciplined execution and long-term value creation.
Over two decades in the corporate world, I held several different roles (Product, Operations, Finance, Marketing, Sales) and led both acquisition and investment opportunities. I am stepping out to acquire my own business, where I plan to apply my business acumen and growth mindset to bring the company to the next level. My ideal company will be profitable with between $500K and $2M in EBITDA
I am an individual investor operating through an LLC. My sourcing entity is a
newly established LLC focused on acquiring businesses in the manufacturing
and home services sectors, particularly those that align with my interest in
home improvement.
Finance professional with MBA in Venture/ETA, seeking established service
businesses ($300K-$800K EBITDA). Self-funded searcher raised around small
business environments. I am looking for companies with a loyal customer base,
recurring revenue, motivated staff, and minimal customer concentration.
Ready to preserve legacy while driving consistent growth, not looking for quick
growth and selling. Committed to hands-on leadership and maintaining a
strong community presence.
New Falls Capital is a search fund with the focus of acquiring 1 small/mid sized business that I will own and operate. As opposed to private equity or a strategic buyer, I offer business owners an alternative succession plan which would involve me holding their company for the long term and preserving their legacy (in addition to keeping most if not all other employees in their roles as-is). New Falls Capital is focused on acquisitions on the East Coast within b2b/g services, healthcare, and tech-enables services. Website: newfallscapital.com
Entrepreneurial operator with unique and deep experience scaling a 65-year-old family business to significant revenue and leading tech companies through growth, acquisition, and IPO. Seeking lower middle-market businesses with strong fundamentals and growth potential. Industry-agnostic with a hands-on, flexible approach. Backed by patient, well-capitalized partners. Committed to a fast, confidential, and founder-friendly process.
I am searching for an acquisition target. I hold degrees in Chemical Engineering and Business (MBA). I have significant operating experience for large and small firms. I plan to use personal capital along with friends and family money to buy a business outright. If needed I would be open to bringing in professional investors that I am in touch with through Darden Alumni connections.
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.
Senior executive with over 20 years of leadership experience across healthcare, veterinary, and consumer sectors. Proven track record in driving growth, operational improvement, and new venture development within private equity-backed and founder-led businesses. Currently seeking an acquisition opportunity with the intent to lead and grow the business post-close. Turnarounds and underperforming assets will be considered. Strong preference for companies in healthcare, animal health, direct-to-consumer, or consumer products manufacturing with up to $10M EBITDA.
The Valde LLC team is comprised of successful entrepreneurs, operating executives and investors who have skillfully acquired and operated leading companies in a variety of industries. Our team of investors and advisors brings extensive experience actively managing and successfully growing profitable businesses.
I'm a husband, father, and Marine.As an entrepreneur, president, and CEO, I've lead multiple businesses in manufacturing and life sciences.My fund focus is acquiring a profitable, privately-held manufacturing business selling- consumables, disposables, assemblies, components, or equipment- into the healthcare industry.As CEO post-acquisition, my goal is to create sustainable growth while caring for the business's employees and legacy.Success would be retiring from this role in 20 years.Enterprise Value $10-50MEBITDA $2-7M
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