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Alpex Capital is an entrepreneur-led company focused on acquiring then operating a single company based in the US or Canada. Our goal is to grow the business while preserving its legacy by leveraging our expertise, significant capital resources and best-in-class board of directors.Alpex Capital is the ideal fit for a business owner looking to transition ownership of their business to an entrepreneurial team who is ready to commit long-term and who will protect their legacy, culture and employees.Alpex's founder, Maxime Aymonod, is backed by a team of 20+ experienced investors, operators and…
The Kiva Capital Partners team includes successful entrepreneurs, CEOs, and middle-market investors, with extensive experience and a track record of enabling long-term performance. We have fully committed capital with investors who have completed 100+ transactions and are committed to the long-term growth of your business.We have committed capital and focused on the long-term growth of the business. We are looking to operate a single business allowing for a successful exit and stable succession for business owners. Our team of operators and investors have experience in healthcare services,…
Looking to buy a company or two. Background in PE and consulting. Ran a $1B business unit of a NYSE-listed telco company. Worked at numerous start-ups, including co-founding and running my own start-up.
Valence Capital Partners is an independent sponsor in the Oil and Gas services space. Jeff Hibbleler is a 6x CEO in PE-backed O&G services, and Chris Tyler is an experienced operator in the technology sector. We partner with companies between $2mm - $15mm in EBITDA.
Redwood Succession is a private investment firm 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. Brendan Duebner founded Redwood Succession during his 2Y at Wharton to fulfill his dream of running a company. He brings a variety of leadership experience in a range of organizations, including three self-founded companies, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and as an Army combat arms officer. His goal is to work with the…
Gen3 Innovations Lab is a search fund formed to identify, acquire and operate an existing private company with initial enterprise value between $5.0 and $20.0 million. This summary provides an overview of Gen3 Innovations Lab, the financial structure of the search fund, and the strategy to identify and acquire an existing private company. Gen3 is focused on Martech and Adtech companies as well as Retail tech, with founders that have extensive backgrounds in these industries.
I am pursuing the acquisition of a profitable, product or service-based lower middle-market business in a high-growth U.S. metro with operational complexity, strong local demand, and expansion potential. Backed by a decade of leading $2B+ global supply chains at Apple and Shell, I bring the executive discipline, strategic insight, and on-the-ground experience to grow a company through operational excellence, customer experience, and market positioning.Key Thesis Pillars:1. Operationally Intensive Business with Proven MarginsTargeting businesses where operational optimization, supply chain…
Anderson Capital is a search fund focused on acquiring companies in Northern California in the $750k-$2M EBITBA range. Principal investor, Andy Anderson, has been an operator of his own small business for over a decade and has been on the leadership team of multiple early stage startups in the Bay Area.
Rumen Labs is a search fund 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.
I started my career buying and selling software companies for Cisco Systems. I then moved into the venture group where I spent several years investing in software companies. Across those two groups I did roughly ten billion dollars worth of buy side transactional work before leaving to build a SaaS company. After spending fifteen years investing in and building saas companies, I raised a fund from a very experienced group of ceo's to acquire one. I'm looking for an exceptional vertically focused saas company which I intend to acquire then actively manage as the ceo. Unlike other searchers I…
Upper Valley Partners is a search fund, an entrepreneurial investment partnership formed to identify, acquire, operate, and grow a single business in the United States. We’re different from traditional investors; while we have the backing of institutions, Upper Valley Partners is founded and led by entrepreneur Ray Rudianto. Ray brings with him unique experiences from growing up around family business, practical skills from the foundational business training he’s received (ex-Bain, operating experience at fintech, HBS), and most importantly differentiated perspectives on leadership…
Growth and Profit – Liquidity and Legacy, we think you can have it all. Victory Six is a firm built to provide liquidity to founders who may be ready to take a backseat, but want to leave their company and team in the hands of someone who can continue to grow their legacy. We don’t believe a company has to be unprofitable to accelerate growth, and we’ve proven that at over 15+ B2B Software Businesses in the lower middle market. Let us take it from here. Let us continue growing your legacy and the careers of your team.
Looking to buy a small business with $500K - 2M in EBITDA. in the CA or TX areas. Open to all industries, but have a background in Aerospace, Defense, and Industrial Operations. Please reach out if you have anything that might be a good fit
Caitlin Bolnick is an individual investor 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.
Paion seeks to acquire an established software or B2B services company in the Western US with EBITDA between $500k and $5M (or ARR above $2M for a software business). For a business owner seeking your business’ next generation of leadership, Paion offers the ideal succession pathway. We will protect what you’ve built, enable your employees and customers to flourish, and deliver a promising future for your business.
CHJ Ventures Inc is a holding company formed to acquire and operate a small or midsized business. Its owners and investors have experience in tech, retail, and restaurants.
Lydians LLC is a family-office backed search fund dedicated to the investment and operations of a Home Health Agency in Northern California. Glen Trachtenberg has over a decade of experience operating in tier 1 hospital operations and cofounder of a digital health product for the wellbeing of caregivers.
I am looking to acquire a small, service-based business in the range of $500K - $1.5M SDE in California. I am looking to run as owner/CEO and have extensive experience in entrepreneurship, private equity, and wealth management as well as an MBA.
At Shorehaven, we focus on acquiring and growing high-quality service businesses in California and the Western U.S. We look for companies with steady growth, strong customer relationships, high margins, and a proven track record of profitability. Before founding Shorehaven, I worked at a private equity firm with over $1B in assets under management, where I led investments exceeding $100M. I bring that same rigor, professionalism, and long-term mindset to every investment we make. As hands-on operators and trusted stewards, we partner closely with founders to preserve their legacy and build…
Our investors (private equity funds and former CEOs with >$750mm AUM) have executed 100s of LMM transactions. Our strategy is to acquire B2B software or services companies -- EBITDA in the $1.5M – $8M range. Our principal is a former Google executive and Stanford researcher, who will be joining the leadership team of the acquired entity. He has 25+ years experience leading B2B sales and partnership teams.
