Top South Carolina Search Funds

Greentree Industries

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Greentree Industries is a family-owned search fund established by brothers Brandon and Kevin Colton. The company is dedicated to acquiring, operating, and growing a single business in the Mountain West region. With a focus on strategic growth and operational excellence, Greentree Industries aims to leverage its expertise and resources to enhance the value and performance of the business it acquires. The company embodies a hands-on approach, ensuring that the acquired business benefits from personalized attention and strategic direction.

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Acknowledge Capital

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Acknowledge Capital is an acquisition vehicle built to acquire and operate lower middle market (LMM) businesses in the Southeast United States, with an eye toward building a long-term platform over time. We're focused on B2B (business-to-business) companies six areas: managed IT/OT services, advisory and professional services, automation and systems integration, specialty industrial and low-voltage contracting, B2B industrial and specialty distribution, and engineered-products/controls manufacturing (flow control, electrical/instrumentation, automation OEMs). Many of the businesses we're…

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Hobey Capital Group

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Hobey is a private investment firm based in Greenville, SC. We acquire founder- and family-owned businesses across the Southeast in three sectors: non-hazardous liquid waste, property management, and specialty manufacturing. We target companies with $1–5 million of EBITDA and acquire platforms with no debt (100% equity). In each of our focus industries, we bring an engaged team of operators and advisors who support our companies from diligence through exit. Our background is in institutional private equity, and collectively our team has completed more than 25 transactions representing…

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Kevin Webb

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I am an individual investor that is seeking to acquire and run a small to medium sized company. My professional background has been in investment banking and treasury/capital markets so I am well acclimated with the financial aspects of a company's structure. When I left banking, I joined a rapidly growing consumer loan originator and was intimately involved in the company's operations, outside of my stated responsibilities associated with treasury and capital markets. I am seeking an established company in South Carolina, ideally would be located in or around the Greenville / Spartanburg…

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Thomas Walsh

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Individual investor with 13 year of IT Financial Management experience targeting white collar business in South Carolina or remote in the $3m-$5m purchase price range. I have looked at professional services, travel, transportation, exc.

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Talent Stew

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I care about people. I care about employees and customers. I have seen companies exploit both. As a Christian, maximized profit is not the most important thing. How we treat those in our care matters more.

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Nathan Byars

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I am looking for a service company to grow through improved sales & marketing and/or requiring operational excellence, generating $500,000+ in Seller Discretionary Earnings, in or around the Greenville Metro area that is SBA loan eligible and has potential for semi-absentee ownership.I have a strong background in operational excellence, analytics, and sales.

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Syreeta Norwood

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15+ years leading businesses with P&L responsibility at Campbell's, PepsiCo, Vital Farms, and private equity-backed organizations. Experienced in long-term strategy, margin expansion,commercial execution, and cross-functional leadership, with deep expertise in marketing and customer growth. Now seeking to acquire and operate one exceptional small business in the Charlotte metro (and surrounding) area as a long-term owner-operator.What differentiates my experience is the combination of operational leadership and deep commercial expertise. Beyond managing the business, I've helped…

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Lee Kurunda

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I am an individual searcher with over 20 years of banking industry experience jn technology, management and business leadership roles. I am prequalified for an SBA load and can also bring external investors to the deal as needed. I will always respond to new deals in a timely manner. Looking forward to the partnership.

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Parker Cook

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A strategic and growth driven leader with 16 years of experience in sales, engineering, operations and management within the distribution and manufacturing spaces. Spending the majority of his career in management, Parker brings a wealth of knowledge to running a business while maintaining sincere support for the people. He currently serves as Vice President of Operations for a $250+M company. Prior to his current role he has held additional positions such as General Manager, Regional Applications Engineer, and Territory Manager. With a degree in Mechanical Engineering, he brings a high…

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Fenten Ventures

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I’m an operator and former PE-backed CEO who built, scaled, and exited a light manufacturing business.I also advise growth-stage businesses as a partner at TechCXO, helping CEOs drive operational efficiency, margin expansion, and leadership alignment.Now acquiring a company in the Southeast with:$500K–$1M SDE$1.5M–$3.5M priceAsset deals (SBA + seller note)Focus areas:B2B services, home services, light manufacturingRecurring revenue, essential services, strong marginsSuccession or owner-operator transitionsBased in Greenville, SC — Open to NC/GA/SC for high-quality opportunities.I…

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Fortibus Capital

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Fortibus Capital is a private investment firm seeking to invest, operate, and accelerate growth for a single business.We offer a unique exit plan for owner-operators. We'll work with you to develop a custom-tailored transition plan; whether you want to continue with the business, completely exit, or transition over time, we have you covered.We want to build on the very things that make your business unique–the people, the culture, and the customers–to preserve and grow your life's work.

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Jefferson Ridge Holding Company LLC

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Jefferson Ridge Holding Company is a self-funded search firm seeking acquisition of B2B service businesses operating in and around Charleston, South Carolina. Founder, Liam McDonald, comes from a management consulting and F100 senior manager background.

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Baton Capital

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Baton Capital is a search fund that specializes in identifying successful, stable small businesses looking for an ownership transition. We are committed to long-term ownership, operation, and growth of the acquired company for the benefit of employees, customers, and owners. We follow the "entrepreneurship through acquisition" model which allows us to help businesses grow while also providing jobs and stability to the local community. We seek established businesses with a diverse customer base and stable, consistent growth. We primarily target manufacturing, industrial services, and…

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Harbour Grove

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A dedicated team focused on enhancing aviation training and safety. Our mission is to support and grow opportunities that contribute to a safer and more efficient aviation industry.

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Hyde Park Holdings LLC

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I'm Kevin Elliott, Principal at Hyde Park Holdings, a Charleston-based firm focused on acquiring and operating small businesses with strong foundations. I bring over a decade of leadership experience in healthcare supply chain, operations, and B2B distribution — including growing accounts to $100M+ in revenue and leading high-performing teams.Joining me is my business partner, Will Bradham, who brings 10 years of experience in new home sales and on-your-lot construction. Will’s background in customer-focused, high-growth environments complements our hands-on approach to ownership and…

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SMB Search I LLC

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I am not part of a private equity firm or a strategic buyer. I intend to invest the nest egg that I have gradually saved up throughout my career alongside an SBA loan to fund the acquisition of one great business. If needed, I have a few experienced investors who I have included in my search informally who I expect will invest additional equity if needed.I am a mid-career executive that has led 3 different companies. YPO member

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Andrews Consulting Services

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Currently employed in a LMM PE backed distributor - Looking to source a deal independently, this LLC is currently used for ad-hoc consulting

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Nishimuta Consulting, LLC

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General Manager with 30 years of manufacturing management experience and full P&L responsibility for multiplemanufacturing plants across the US. Consistent track record of significantly improving key metrics (plant safety,profitability, quality, customer delivery, uptime, and employee morale) in over 20 sites in a variety of industries, including Automotive, Food, Medical, Packaging, Chemical, Textiles, and Utility Equipment.In addition to manufacturing management experience, my wife and I have significant small business ownershipexperience. My wife is a dentist, and together we have…

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Fortress Partners, LLC

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Roofing Executive | 35+ Years Experience | Scaling Operations, SOPs & KPI-Driven Performance | Building High-Impact Teams & Predictable, Recurring Revenue PlatformsAndy Fort has been actively involved in the roofing industry for over 35 years.Proven servant leader experienced in managing and building scalable commercial roofing businesses.Adept at creating SOP's and establishing workflows for all departments.KPI's for measured, scalable results. Elevated accountability through clearly defined expectations based on historical data, individual wins and company goals.Implement and train…

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