We have known each other for over twenty years. This deep connection is embodied in our name; Valpo is short for “Valparaiso,” the street where we met one another and grew up. We’re not the traditional investor group that has probably been knocking on your door. For starters, we use our own capital. Here’s how else we’re different:
NJK Partners (NJK) is a thematic private alternative investment firm focused on opportunistically acquiring and scaling family-friendly assets, with an emphasis on opportunities often located in underserved communities throughout the United States. Kevin (Founder of NJK) has extensive experience in finance, having previously served as an Alternative Investment Research Analyst with a focus on private equity and real estate investing. In this role, he developed a comprehensive understanding of investment analysis and demonstrated a consistent ability to identify and evaluate opportunities…
Line 5 Capital is an independent sponsor partnering with owner operated small businesses and elite veterans to preserve legacies, protect jobs and grow companies.
Makalu Capital is focused on investing in B2B technology and industrial companies that have the potential to achieve strong and sustained growth. We specialize in providing capital and strategic support to businesses that are looking to expand and scale their operations, and we have a strong track record of helping our portfolio companies reach their full potential.Our team has a deep understanding of the B2B sector and extensive experience working with companies in a wide range of industries. We are committed to partnering with management teams to develop and execute strategies that drive…
Wonderkey is building the nation’s leading network of Property Managers. We acquire property management businesses across US and Canada with a focus on owners looking to exit or continue their business as part of our network of brands.We’re focused on growing the legacy of entrepreneurs that have built successful businesses through strong relationships and exceptional service.
My business partner and I have worked in healthcare operations for our
careers. He has achieved significant success as a real estate investor in
addition to the operations and is looking to diversify his portfolio with
additional businesses. I will act as the operating partner for the any
transactions, but we are open on industry as well as equity involvement with
in-place ownership. Quality teams and values matter as much as the financials
in our analysis.
We are a company that is buying companies from owner operators and turning them into absentee owned businesses. We focus on processes and growth to put management in place and then turn around and sell the business at a higher multiple to the next party.
Curtis Eggemeyer is a driven entrepreneur, investor, and operator with a passion for building enduring companies that shape the future, value the present and honor the past while creating opportunities for high performing teams to thrive in their environment. Within the last two decades, Curtis has founded, scaled, and successfully exited multiple businesses across consumer products, chemical manufacturing, and private label development — including leading Lemi Shine from a small household brand into a nationally recognized category disruptor, culminating in a strategic exit.Today, Curtis…
National Security Capital is a private investment firm focused on investing in, supporting, and advancing the defense industrial base and its mission, where its principals have enacted over $10 billion in transaction value. Our team includes investors in the market, former senior military officials, and defense market leaders. We believe the team, expertise, and the resources we will bring to businesses is unparalleled and represents compelling value. National Security Capital is supported by a consortium of investors, including family offices.
Donghaeng America, Inc.At Donghaeng America, we are a U.S.-based investment firm focused on acquiring and growing lower middle-market businesses. We specialize in partnering with founder-led companies during ownership transitions, bringing operational experience, cross-border insight, and a long-term mindset.Investment Focus:Target EBITDA: $1M–$10MEnterprise Value: $10M–$100MIndustries:OEM/ODM ManufacturingAutomotive & Aftermarket PartsHealthcare & Industrial DistributionB2B Niche ServicesGeography: U.S.-based companies with domestic or international potentialTransaction Types:…
West Bluff Partners isn’t just a private equity firm. It’s a network of investors, operators, and advisors, dedicated to partnering with business owners and management teams to achieve their goals.We focus exclusively on Upstate New York, providing lower middle-market companies with not just unique capital solutions, but also world-class operational and financial support.Whether you’re a business owner looking to exit, a management team seeking ownership, or a company looking to grow, we want to help.
As a Managing Partner at Persistent Growth Partners, I lead a fund dedicated to empowering small businesses and transforming them into enduring legacies. My career has been defined by a passion for strategic growth and a commitment to creating value.
Oakwood Ventures is a independent sponsor 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.
IntroductionRipple Trail Investors, founded by David Goldberg, is a U.S.-based private investment partnership focused on teaming with founder-led businesses that are both profitable and poised for transformative growth. With over 20 years of private equity investing experience—especially in healthcare, medical manufacturing, and tech-enabled services—David has partnered with entrepreneurial executives to scale businesses while preserving culture and legacy .Investment CriteriaWe invest in founder-owned, profitable businesses where we provide the first institutional capital, enabling…
Etna Industrial is an investor focused exclusively on lower-middle market investments in the food, beverage, and related industries. We target control investments in entrepreneurial and family-owned companies with stable cash flows and significant growth opportunities. We are hyper-focused on a handful of companies at a time and support our partner companies with our deep industry knowledge, networks, and operating experience. Our flexible investment approach enables us to approach our holding periods in decades rather than a typical 5-year holding period.
Great Orion LLC is a Delaware-based company that focuses on consolidating Small and Mid Cap companies in the cybersecurity, technology, and automation segments. Through mergers and acquisitions, the company aims to achieve rapid growth and create synergies among multiple companies. Great Orion boasts a team of highly experienced professionals specializing in various areas such as mergers, acquisitions, operations, process improvements, and exit strategies. With their expertise and strategic approach, Great Orion seeks to drive success and profitability within the sectors they operate.
Francis MuralidharanFounder & Managing PrincipalFrancis Muralidharan is an accomplished entrepreneur and seasoned investor with deep expertise in acquiring, scaling, and optimizing profitable businesses across diverse sectors. With over 15 years of experience as a founder, educator, and business consultant, Francis leverages strategic financing techniques—including asset-based lending, seller financing, and consulting-for-equity deals—to structure creative acquisitions and facilitate seamless ownership transitions.As the founder of Tutors for Charity LLC and Avocado Brand, Francis has…
Walnut Bay Partners is holding company that acquires and operates small businesses in the U.S. for the long term. Modeled after Berkshire Hathaway, we focus on buying high-quality, cash-flowing companies — or distressed assets with turnaround potential — and holding them indefinitely. We specialize in smooth succession for retiring owners, preserving legacies while improving operations and driving growth. Our structure allows investors to own shares in the HoldCo, with no fund lifecycles or forced exits. We don’t flip businesses — we steward them, optimize them, and grow them for…
Socium Capital is a Toronto-based private investment firm built on the foundation of partnership, integrity and trust.We’re focused on investing into exceptional private businesses across North America. We use our capital, operational expertise and extensive networks to accelerate growth and drive value over the long-term.We are committed to the continued success of the business, culture, well-being of employees and safeguarding the legacy that has been crafted over the years.We acquire businesses with an EBITDA of $1 - $10 million.
Lozynski Advisory is a founder-led firm focused on acquiring and operating a high-quality small business in the lower middle market. We target companies with recurring revenue, strong margins, and long-term growth potential—particularly in accounting, financial services, or B2B verticals. Led by a CPA, CFA, and Booth MBA with experience scaling finance functions and providing Fractional CFO services, we bring hands-on operational expertise, disciplined execution, and a long-term commitment to stewardship.
