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Bloomix, LLC

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We are an independent acquisition firm seeking an established, profitable business that can serve as the foundation for a larger operating platform. The firm is led by a venture capital investor with nearly a decade of experience supporting founders and executive teams through growth, operational challenges, fundraising, and strategic transactions. We prioritize businesses with recurring or repeat revenue, durable customer demand, positive cash flow, strong teams, and fragmented markets where complementary acquisitions can create additional scale and value. Our areas of interest include…

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dennis nesta

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Exploring opportunities broadly. Personal and for PE Healthcare-focused PE investor. also evaluating opportunities across sectors. range of EBITDA, control & growth deals, fast process, flexible capital

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Alejandro Mayer

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Working on personal search to explore opportunities for business ownership as the next step in my career. Primarily looking for non-tech businesses that provide non digital products or services. While currently based in California am flexible on location.

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Seven Bridges Holdings LLC

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George Diekelman spent five years in B2B software sales and marketing before making the leap into ownership. His first move was real estate, where he built a 33-unit portfolio across Wisconsin. The centerpiece was a $2.5 million value-add deal he acquired and operated hands-on — through lease restructuring, cost discipline, and close day-to-day management, he grew revenue 19% over 24 months.He followed that with the acquisition of a home care agency, financed with an SBA loan, where he drove 39% revenue growth in the first year by overhauling scheduling, sales, and staffing.The through-line…

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Brett Morton

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I joined and bought into a family metal roofing manufacturing business with a 10 year plan to scale to a certain point for an exit. After 8 years we had grown from $9m in sales to almost $40m and sold the company in March 2025 to a public strategic. We grew though 4 acquisitions along the way - this was my main role. I'm now looking to acquire a new business, using my proceeds from the sale. (www.cmpmetalsystems.com acquired by Gibraltar Industries, ticker ROCK)I'm looking for a business in North Carolina or South Carolina, but preferably in the Charlotte, NC area. I'm looking for a minimum…

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Double Eagle Supply Co

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I own a small holding company and am focused on acquiring a small business to grow. I am currently seeking to acquire a software or home services company in the $200K–$450K EBITDA range, and I am also open to a partial investment in a larger opportunity. My background includes go-to-market and sales operations experience at a 20-person company, as well as ownership of a small business. I prefer opportunities based in Massachusetts, but I am open to businesses that can be operated online or managed virtually.

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Wellaris Group

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Wellaris Group is a private investment and operating company led by Carolin Soldo, a seasoned founder and operator with over two decades of experience. The company focuses on strategic investments, particularly in essential B2B service companies, with a commitment to long-term ownership and legacy protection. Wellaris Group operates independently, leveraging its expertise to nurture and grow its portfolio businesses. With a team of approximately 100 employees, the company is headquartered in New York, USA, and is dedicated to maintaining the integrity and success of the businesses it invests…

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CLVV

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A capable operator who combines strategic thinking with a hands-on execution mindset. I bring extensive commercial expertise paired with proven leadership, and am known for building strong teams, making data-driven decisions, and diving into whatever it takes to solve problems and grow a business.

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Barry Pompea

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Seeking a DFW-based recurring-revenue service or light industrial business with $750,000–$2 million of normalized EBITDA, limited customer concentration, an established management layer and a purchase price supportable through senior acquisition financing plus buyer equity.

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Cantler Hill Enterprises

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Cantler Hill Enterprises is a private company dedicated to acquiring and managing a single business with a focus on long-term sustainability and growth. The company emphasizes continuity and stewardship, aiming to maintain the legacy of the business it acquires. Cantler Hill Enterprises is committed to balancing growth with the well-being of the employees, ensuring that the team remains intact and invested in. The company's approach is centered around building sustainably for the long term, respecting the work and commitment that has gone into the business over the years.

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Kemplay Partners LLC

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I am an executive with 20+ years of leadership in growing revenueand optimizing operations, currently serving as Senior Vice President at a Fortune 50 company. I am working to identify, purchase, and personally operate a single high-quality business. My approach is centered on long-term stewardship, preserving the seller’s legacy, and driving sustainable growth.

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Root and Hammer

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East River Industrial Capital is a principal buyer focused on acquiring and operating a long-term service or light manufacturing business in the New York City area. With family-business roots, the company seeks to purchase owner-operated service businesses within the NYC metro area, including NYC, Long Island, Westchester, North Jersey, and Fairfield County. They target businesses with revenues between $2-12 million and seller's discretionary earnings (SDE) of $300,000 to $1.2 million. Root & Hammer aims to acquire one NYC-area service or light-manufacturing company, with a purchase price…

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Chapel Hill Acquisition

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Chapel Hill Acquisition is a private investment firm focused on acquiring a single profitable, systemized business with stable and recurring cash flow. The firm is primarily targeting a company located on the West Coast — including California, Oregon, or Washington — or a business that can be effectively operated on a remote or semi-remote basis.The principal intends to relocate, if appropriate, to operate the business on a full-time, hands-on basis. The objective is to acquire and steward one high-quality company for the long term, preserving its strengths while thoughtfully enhancing…

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Seracher

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Looking to acquire a business in the greater Chicagoland area with between $500 and $2M SDE. Relatively industry agnostic, but looking for highly reoccurring revenue, durable businesses with minimal customer concentration

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Cj Enterprises

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My team and I operate a holding company built on a vertically integrated foundation in the cannabis sector — spanning farming, manufacturing, and consumer packaged goods — complemented by a real estate investment portfolio. With an experienced operating team running the day-to-day, my role today is primarily at the board level: setting strategy, allocating capital, and driving long-term growth.I'm now focused on diversifying beyond our core holdings into new opportunities, with particular interest in SaaS, insurance, and trade and essential services. That said, I remain open to a wide…

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Present Capital

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Experienced investor and operator looking to acquire high quality, cash flowing businesses in niche industries. Looking for recurring revenues and high barriers to entry -- and flexible on deal structures to ensure alignment and upside for sellers

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Peppertree Holdings LLC

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PTH was formed to acquire and operate a single company in the East Tennessee and Southeast that have a strong presence in their local community. An ideal target will have an owner ready to retire, who is focused on maintaining the legacy of the business.  

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Aurant Partners

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Operator backed by a Houston family office specifically focused on reinvesting in industrial companies. We understand the grit it took to build your business and offer a straightforward, confidential exit that protects your culture and your people.

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Kaitlin Lawless

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Licensed Chief officer in the United States Merchant Marine. My expertise is in operations management of marine cargo vessels with experience on Roll-On Roll-Off carriers and the Oil and gas industry.

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Dockbridge Partners

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Dockbridge Partners is a search fund dedicated to acquiring small businesses within the warehousing, fulfillment, and distribution sectors. As a private equity firm, it focuses on defensive investments, aiming to cultivate and grow businesses in these industries. The firm is led by a team of experts, including its Founder & Managing Principal, Tim Nguyen, and Strategic Advisor, Nishant Raut. Dockbridge Partners is committed to succession planning and strategic growth, seeking opportunities to enhance operational efficiencies and market reach within the logistics and distribution landscape.

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