I'm looking to acquire a business to run full time. I'm currently the general manager for a $43MM/yr PE-backed home services company. Previously, I was a consultant at McKinsey, an oilfield engineer, and Special Forces (Green Beret) officer with multiple overseas deployments during GWOT.
At ACG, our mission is simple yet impactful: to acquire, operate, and grow a single exceptional business. Our team, comprised of experienced professionals, brings a unique blend of strategic insights and operational prowess. We offer business owners a flexible succession alternative, ensuring their legacy lives on while infusing their company with new energy. Backed by a robust network of seasoned investors and operators, we focus on creating long-term value for all stakeholders.
Entrepreneur and former investment banking professional actively acquiring lower-middle-market businesses in the $3–5M range. Founded and exited three businesses including a $4M revenue company. Targeting recession-resistant services, essential businesses, high-margin manufacturing, and utility/infrastructure. SBA financing and investor equity committed. Structured, fast-moving buyer — LOI within 24 hours of qualifying a target.
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.
JD/MBA with over a decade in operations & corporate finance in firms ranging from >$500M to <$30M (topline). 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.Today, I serve in a strategy role that provides direct insight into the challenges and opportunities owners face.My goal is to acquire and personally lead a business for the long term, bringing both financial discipline and operational stewardship to the table.
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…
Background: Commercial and strategy operator with a background spanning enterprise technology and strategy consulting. Most of my recent work has been building and scaling commercial programs in large, complex organizations — strategy, operations, and execution. Earlier in my career I operated in family-owned specialty manufacturing across India, the UAE, and Texas, which is where I first learned how a hands-on business actually runs.Acquisition objective: Looking to acquire and personally operate a single small business as a committed owner-operatorSectors of…
Win is a self-funded searcher seeking a business to acquire and operate in DFW. He is a seasoned M&A professional with access to significant capital and appropriate financing, allowing him to move swiftly through the deal process.
West 88 Partners is an equity fund located in the state of Georgia. We would like to partner with an exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth or transition. Post acquisition, we plan to work closely with the business to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.
I am a first-time investor interested in acquiring a business. I have expertise in the law and have interest in retail, real estate, hospitality, community-focused events and classes, as well as artificial intelligence (including consulting).
I’m an operator looking to acquire a founder-owned food or beverage wholesale distributor or manufacturing business, typically $750k–$10M in EBITDA. I would also be very interested in a category-defining food manufacturer or quick service restaurant group with an eternally relevant product and strong brand or reputation moat.
Alero Holdings is an acquisition and investment firm focused on businesses in the energy, professional services and health sectors. With a strategic emphasis on sustainable growth, the company acquires, optimizes and scales businesses.
NCA SF098, LP is an Operator-Led Buyout Fund focused on acquiring a profitable industrial business with $10–50 million in revenue, operating in a fragmented market and potentially facing succession or ownership transition challenges.Our targets are industrial manufacturers, distributors of industrial and building products, and MRO service providers, located primarily in Ontario, with flexibility to pursue attractive opportunities across Canada.The fund is sponsored by Novastone Capital Advisors (NCA), a global firm that has partnered with 70+ searchers, completed 24 acquisitions, and…
Suncoast was founded by Dr. Joseph Papin, a University of Michigan-trained MD/MBA, and is backed by substantial committed capital from a distinguished group of investors—including former owners of the Boston Celtics, founders of leading venture capital funds, and accomplished entrepreneurs. With a long-term horizon, Suncoast is dedicated to acquiring and operating a single exceptional business, bringing deep strategic insight and hands-on operational expertise to drive enduring value.
Willow Lake Equity is an investment fund looking for service companies to own & operate in the Mountain West region. We intend to hold our acquisitions for an indefinite amount of time. We are interested in listings that require day to day management by the new owner or those that have management already in place. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us with listings or for more information about us!
Bryn Merrey LLC is a private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions in Maryland and Northern Virginia. 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.
I’m an operator with a background in construction and project execution. I previously founded and ran a startup in the Bay Area where I worked on building mobile lab units for Terraformation. Through that experience, I developed hands-on expertise managing field operations, coordinating trades, and delivering complex builds under tight timelines.Today, I’m partnered with a small, well-capitalized investment group that includes my brother, a corporate attorney and M&A associate, as well as a former CEO of Transocean. Together, we focus on acquiring and growing businesses in the…
Former private equity investor looking to acquire a business in the back-up power space. Have backing from institutional investors and experiences investing in businesses under $10mm of EBITDA with a focus in technician/route-based services.
I am an active operator with 6 years of corporate operations experience (Walmart) and a portfolio of real estate investments. I am looking to acquire a single platform company to operate full-time. I value boring, profitable stability over speculative growth.I am targeting B2B services that are non-discretionary for the customer. Route-based logistics services, commercial maintenance, or compliance and safety services are some examples. Financial CriteriaEBITDA: $500k – $1.5MMargins: 12%+ Revenue: High recurring component or locked-in contracts.Geographic focus is on the Mid-South and…
Hi I am an individual investor looking to acquire businesses to my portfolio. In search of traditional businesses in manufacturing space with large moats and large breath capacity. Have over 10+ years exp in Supply Chain & Finance.
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