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…
Ironmark Capital is a Westchester-based owner-operator group acquiring recession-resistant, service-based businesses across the U.S. We're not PE — we buy to run the company long-term and protect the team, customers, and legacy.Team & credibility: Lucas Gabow (Founder & Managing Partner). Partners include Carl Wolf (former COO, LanzaTech; former CCO/COO, Newlab), Brian Cinelli (Head of Capital Markets; M&A and legal structuring), and Joe Garvey (multi-unit services/healthcare operator; founder of Protocol Health). Seller and lender references available.What we buy:SDE/EBITDA:…
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.
Melissa Sariffodeen is an award-winning entrepreneur — recognized as one of Canada's Top 40 Under 40 and RBC Entrepreneur of the Year — with nearly two decades of building, leading, and scaling organizations that create real economic and social impact.She is best known as the Co-Founder and CEO of Canada Learning Code (CLC), which she grew into one of Canada's most recognized education organizations, reaching nearly one million people and raising over $50M in funding. In 2025, she led CLC through a successful acquisition, marking a notable exit in Canada's education and technology…
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.
Alex Faigel is the CEO and co-founder of Dr. Dental. Founded in 2004, Alex has led the organizations growth from a single dental office to over 40 locations throughout Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire and New Jersey. Backed by an enduring energy and drive, Alex created the Dr. Dental vision of retailizing dental care by providing convenient, accessible, quality care via retail dental clinics in convenient neighborhood locations. The combined clinic locations now treat over 250,000 patient visits annually which has solidified Dr. Dental as one of the largest regional dental service…
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…
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.
--Seeking acquisition-- Brighton, Michigan–based senior corporate strategy and technical sales leader at TREMEC, a Tier 1 transmission supplier. MBA (High Distinction in Strategy and Finance) from the University of Michigan and BSME from the University of Illinois.Previously an Engagement Manager at Ricardo Strategic Consulting advising clients and investors on M&A and growth strategy, and led engineering programs at Roush and Cummins, inclusive of electric, high-performance, and heavy-duty powertrain platforms, managing cross-functional teams of up to 15 contributors.Actively…
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…
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.
Looking to acquire, grow, and expand the footprint of a profitable small business in the tri-state area (NYC, NJ, CT + Philly). Previous experience in supply chain, automotive, commerce, and financial services.
My name is Ken Kranz. I’m an MBA graduate from Chicago Booth and formerly with JP Morgan Private Bank. I’m pursuing the acquisition of a small, owner-operated business as a long-term owner-operator, not a financial buyer.At a high level, I’m focused on profitable, stable B2B businesses with recurring or repeat customer demand. I’m particularly interested in essential products or services, including areas such as specialty distribution or business services, though I’m open to adjacent categories that fit the profile below.Broad criteria:B2B-focused businesses with defensible…
We are actively positioning the company to maximize visibility among sell-side analysts and institutional investors. By engaging proactively with the sell-side, we aim to enhance research coverage, build long-term investor confidence, and accelerate qualified deal flow. This approach is aligned with our broader capital markets strategy to support valuation growth, liquidity, and strategic interest in the business.
Suncoast was founded by Dr. Joseph Papin, a University of Michigan-trained MD/MBA, and is backed by substantial committed capital from a distinguished group of investors—including former owners of the Boston Celtics, founders of leading venture capital funds, and accomplished entrepreneurs. With a long-term horizon, Suncoast is dedicated to acquiring and operating a single exceptional business, bringing deep strategic insight and hands-on operational expertise to drive enduring value.
Sunnyridge Management is a Los Angeles-based self-funded acquisition firm seeking quality founder-led businesses for long-term ownership and operation. Founded by Cole Tournat — an investment professional with deep experience evaluating businesses across market cycles — Sunnyridge is built on a simple conviction: the best acquisitions are won by protecting the downside.My core operational focus is on building and scaling sales and marketing functions to drive organic growth with businesses who have strong product-market fit serving a niche industry.Cole has spent 4 years at Ares…
Roxbury & Co. is a long-term investment firm led by a former BCG consultant and institutional investor with deep experience in highly regulated industries. We are focused on acquiring mission-critical service providers in financial, insurance, and compliance ecosystems. Backed by a committed group of family offices and operators, we seek to preserve legacy and unlock the next chapter of growth.
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