I'm an operator acquiring a single business to run for the long term. I'm the Managing Partner of Harlan Operating Partners, based in Atlanta, and I'm on this search full-time.I came up as a mechanical engineer and spent the last decade building operating systems and owning the P&L in regulated, multi-site services businesses. That's why specialized equipment and essential services pull me in: the accreditation, compliance cycles, and credentialed teams that make these businesses hard to build are the same things that make them durable — and they're the part I'm fluent in when most…
Evertide is an investment fund that seeks to acquire and build on the legacy of an exceptionally run small business for the long term. The fund seeks businesses with the following characteristics:• Located in South Florida• Seller discretionary earnings between $500K-$1M annually• History of growth and profitability• No single customer larger than 30% of sales• Retirement-ready owner without a successor
Robin Capital Partners is an "ultra" lower-middle market buyer of companies in the $1.5M to $2.5M EBITDA range. What we consider to be the "no man's land", is too big for an entrepreneur and small for the typical private equity firm Our industries of interest are B2B services, financial services, and IT MSP opportunities.We also have a bench of operators and searchers who can fill in as CEO for retiring owners or sellers desiring to step away from day-to-day management.
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.
CTC Legacy Acquisitions is a privately-held investment firm with committed capital aimed at acquiring and actively managing companies. With a commitment to long-term growth, CTC Legacy Acquisitions seeks to drive sustainable success and profitability.
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…
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.
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.
I am an experienced technology executive and operator with a background leading revenue organizations, scaling teams, and driving growth across venture-backed and public software companies. Throughout my career, I have managed multi-million-dollar budgets, evaluated investment opportunities, led complex commercial negotiations, and built operating systems that support sustainable growth.I am currently seeking to acquire and operate a small to lower-middle-market business with strong fundamentals, recurring customer relationships, and a history of profitability. My focus is on businesses with…
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.
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.
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…
Arris Capital Group is a Santa Barbara, California-based real estate investment firm specializing in middle-market real estate, with a particular focus on for-rent housing and industrial properties. The company operates as a joint venture equity investor, leveraging over 55 years of combined institutional real estate investment experience and more than $7 billion in transaction history. Arris Capital Group targets institutional-quality projects to create income and generational wealth for private investors, including family offices, RIAs, and high net worth individuals, as well as…
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