Ariginate is an applied AI company dedicated to acquiring and transforming traditional small and medium-sized businesses into market leaders. It's led by a 2x exited-founder of tech and AI-enabled businesses. Utilizing proprietary technology and AI tools, Ariginate aims to revolutionize these businesses, enhancing their market position and operational efficiency. With a focus on innovation and technology-driven solutions, Ariginate is committed to fostering growth and leadership in the industries it engages with.
Affluent Wealth Managers (AWM) is a Nairobi-based boutique financial advisory firm led by CEO Steve Tinega, specializing in mega project funding, trade finance, and insurance-backed solutions. Through strategic alliances with international financiers such as Global Wealth Managers in Dubai and partnerships with leading insurers, AWM delivers tailored funding structures secured by instruments like SBLCs, LCs, advance payment guarantees, and escrow arrangements. With a growing footprint across Africa and the Middle East, AWM positions itself as a trusted gateway to global capital, helping…
Former Blackstone investment professional and Strategy VP at Tiger/Dell-backed Software Business. Seeking opportunities to acquire manufacturing and service businesses with $500k-$3mm of EBITDA, ideally in North Texas.
Steve Welch has spent decades chasing performance—on the water, underwater, and in the world of business. A lifelong kiteboarder, sailor, and spearfisherman, he draws inspiration from the ocean’s apex predator: the shark.But it wasn’t just the animal that captured his imagination—it was its skin. Shark skin doesn’t just protect; it performs. It reduces drag. It cuts through resistance. It’s nature’s blueprint for speed, precision, and survival—refined over 100 million years.Steve founded SharkSkin Capital to bring that same philosophy to private equity: move…
Independent investor/operator looking for additional acquisition opportunities. M&A professional by training, well versed in deal dynamics/execution. Have prior experiance with SME acquisitions and operations.
“Experienced CFO and investor with 30+ years in finance, M&A, and operations. Seeking to acquire cash-flow positive businesses generating $250K–$2M EBITDA across industries, including owner-retirement opportunities. Proven track record in due diligence, valuation, and integration.”
Currently own & operate a $65M/year portfolio of operating business.Seeking to enter the US market via a strategic acquisition of a small/medium sized enterprise in Central Florida. Ideally Orlando, Florida.
Operator-led buyer seeking durable, recession-resistant businesses — $500k–$1.5M EBITDA (Sacramento & NorCal focus)Former technology operations executive acquiring a long-tenured, recession-resistant company with $500k–$1.5M EBITDA. Preference for founder/owner transitioning to retirement and a capable team that wants to stay. Open to a wide range of industries where customers rely on the service in all cycles (B2B services, testing/inspection, specialty distribution, light manufacturing, facilities & route-based services, healthcare support, environmental/waste,…
Decades of analytics leadership, now focused on uncovering, creating, and scaling customer value through acquisitions, optimized operations, and targeted investments in high-potential businesses and assets.Currently building a last-mile logistics company proudly serving up to 10K customers across several CT towns & cities daily.
Veneto Partners is a search fund that seeks to acquire, operate, and grow exceptional US-based small and medium sized businesses. It focuses on businesses generating annual sales of $5-25 million and $1-5 million in annual free cash flow. Industries of interest include healthcare, precision manufacturing, and home services.
