I am an experienced entrepreneur seeking to buy and lead one great business in the NY/CT area. In addition to my entrepreneurial ventures, I have 20 years operating experience at McKinsey, Google, and SVB.
My name is Bryan Xie, and I’m interested in buying and operating a local business in San Francisco Bay Area. As a long-term resident, I am passionate about supporting local businesses. I'm industry-agnostic, the target SDE is between $300k and $1m.As a mid-career executive, I have 15+ years in corporate and startup leadership roles, including product, general management, and sales experience, and hold a Kellogg MBA. I am a qualified buyer with access to capital, including SBA financing, and the ability to structure seller financing if needed.
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We are actively seeking to acquire a service-based business with a proven track record of profitability and strong historical cash flow. Our focus is on companies headquartered in Texas, with a preference for operations concentrated in the Houston and Dallas metropolitan areas.📌 Target CriteriaIndustry Focus: Service-based businesses with operational simplicity, recurring revenue, and low customer concentrationGeography: Texas-based, ideally in Houston or Dallas for proximity to major infrastructure, talent pools, and business ecosystemsFinancial Profile: Historical adjusted EBITDA of…
Former Private Equity and Private Credit professional with 25 years of experience. Focused on acquiring stable businesses in NY, NJ and CT generating $1-5mm of EBITDA. Focused on Consumer/Residential/Automotive Services.
Wynnova Capital Partners is a private equity firm dedicated to sourcing and evaluating permanent private equity opportunities. The firm leverages extensive experience in sales, marketing, and operations to expedite the growth of its portfolio companies. With a focus on removing constraints that hinder company performance, Wynnova Capital Partners aims to achieve impactful outcomes for its investments. The firm manages a portfolio of profitable, closely held businesses, concentrating on sub $10MM acquisitions. Their expertise in the financial services, specialty services, and retail sectors…
I have been an attorney and real estate investor for over 15 years and am also the co-founder of an e-commerce clothing boutique. My primary focus at this time is acquiring a profitable and cash flowing business in the SMB space as a private independent buyer — ideally from a retiring owner who is willing to help train and transition to new ownership. I am ready and able to provide the requisite equity for an acquisition in the $600K to $1.2M EBITDA range. I plan to be an active owner involved in operations post-close.
Durare Capital is an entrepreneurial investment firm dedicated to acquiring and operating small businesses, primarily in the Northeast or Mid-Atlantic regions. The firm specializes in a single business acquisition strategy, focusing on long-term growth and sustainability. By targeting enduring small businesses, Durare Capital aims to build a legacy through strategic investments and operational excellence. Their approach is characterized by a commitment to nurturing and expanding the potential of the businesses they acquire, ensuring a lasting impact on the communities they serve.
I am focused on acquiring and actively operating a single business for the long term. This is a full-time effort, not a side project or investment exercise.My background includes working at Olympus Property, a $9B real estate platform, where I was involved in acquisitions, operations, and portfolio performance. My experience spans evaluating transactions, improving business performance, and working closely with leadership on day-to-day decision making.I am partnering with my father, who has over 30 years of experience building and operating small businesses. Together, we bring a practical,…
Florida-native seeking to acquire an established local business ($300K+ SDE). 10+ years scaling SMBs at Square, leading ops at unicorn startups, and advising buy-side PE at Bain. Focused on growth while preserving founder legacy.
My current focuses on procurement it consulting. I would like to acquire an existing business where current owner is planning to retire with an EBITDA of >300k in the field that is not do with gambling or liquor related.
I am an independent investor exploring the acquisition of an established, profitable business in the lower middle market. My focus is on companies with durable fundamentals, recurring or repeat customer demand, and a demonstrated operating history. I am open to a range of industries and business models, with particular interest in organizations that have systems, processes, and management depth in place such that the owner is not critical to day-to-day operations.I take a long-term, value-oriented approach and prioritize thoughtful diligence, realistic underwriting, and collaborative…
I’m a full-time searcher focused on acquiring and operating one exceptional business. As a former teacher turned strategy consultant at Deloitte and Bain, I bring a unique combination of strategic rigor and leadership experience.I’m looking to partner with a seller who cares about legacy, employee wellbeing, and long-term growth. I’m not a financial engineer, I’m a hands-on operator committed to continuing what’s been built and growing it with care.I’m especially interested in businesses with $1mm - $5mm of EBITDA in the education and blue-collar services industries, but will…
Michael is a seasoned CEO and operator with experience across industries, geographies, and company stages, having built and scaled businesses from launch to billions in revenue, including establishing Uber's business across 11 countries in Latin America. White Oak Partners is Michael's vehicle for acquiring and operating a lower middle market B2B business in the greater Minneapolis metro with between $1.5M and $4M in adjusted EBITDA.
The company is a private equity fund specializing in the lower middle market. It focuses on strategic investments and is committed to fostering growth and value creation in its portfolio companies. With a robust investment strategy, the firm targets a diverse range of industries, seeking opportunities where it can leverage its expertise to drive operational improvements and financial performance. The firm is dedicated to building long-term partnerships with management teams and stakeholders, ensuring alignment of interests and sustainable success.
I am a self-funded searcher (and JD/MBA) with over a decade in corporate finance in firms ranging from >$500M to <$30M (topline). Today, I serve in a strategy role that provides direct insight into the challenges and opportunities owners face. As a former college football player, I approach deals with the same grit, teamwork, and persistence that defined my playing days—qualities I hope resonate with sellers who want their legacy carried forward.My goal is to acquire and personally lead a business for the long term, bringing both financial discipline and operational stewardship to the…
Buyer Profile / Investment CriteriaI’m a Cincinnati–Dayton–based buyer (West Chester) seeking to acquire and operate a single, well-run small business in the region. Local ownership matters to me—both for hands-on involvement and long-term continuity for employees and customers.Size & EconomicsI’m targeting businesses with normalized annual cash flow of approximately $500K–$2M. This range is large enough to justify the risk and responsibility of ownership while remaining manageable for a first acquisition and long-term operator transition.Industry FocusI’m intentionally…
Ironmark Capital is a Westchester-based owner-operator group acquiring recession-resistant, service-based businesses across the U.S. We're not PE — we buy to run the company long-term and protect the team, customers, and legacy.Team & credibility: Lucas Gabow (Founder & Managing Partner). Partners include Carl Wolf (former COO, LanzaTech; former CCO/COO, Newlab), Brian Cinelli (Head of Capital Markets; M&A and legal structuring), and Joe Garvey (multi-unit services/healthcare operator; founder of Protocol Health). Seller and lender references available.What we buy:SDE/EBITDA:…
Down Harbor Partners (DHP) is a private investment firm, aiming to acquire and operate one lower-middle-market business in the Northeast / Mid-Atlantic. Specializing in light manufacturing, consumer products, value-added distribution, and supply chain/logistics sectors, DHP targets businesses characterized by closely held ownership structures and principals approaching retirement. With a foundation built on a 15+ year friendship, the DHP team brings together a unique blend of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) / finance experience and premier supply chain / operations capabilities.
Scores Capital LLC is an independent investment firm that partners with founder owned businesses generating $1–10 million of EBITDA. We focus on preserving and building upon a founder’s legacy while providing the strategic, operational, and financial support needed to scale the business into a leading brand within its industry.
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