Based in Chicago, Zeal (workwithzeal.com) is run by a team of former technology sales, marketing & operational professionals. The company invests in great businesses ranging from $3-$20 million in revenue and with net margins of 15% or more. Our aim is to bring long-term growth through streamlining and transforming sales & marketing efforts.We do not seek to flip businesses. We own for the long-term and provide business owners with a way to preserve their legacy and continue to improve employees livelihoods. Zeal leverages its management and operational background to bring real value that…
Siliko is an European family founded and owned company specializing in the development and manufacture of precision plastic and rubber components for the automotive and household appliance industries. With over 30 years of experience and facilities across Central Europe, Siliko is a trusted supplier to Tier-1s and OEMs. As part of our long-term growth strategy, we are now looking to expand our manufacturing footprint into the US through the acquisition of a plastic injection molding company—ideally one serving the automotive sector, but open to adjacent industries as well.
Vanguard Industrial Holdings is a holding company acquiring businesses focused on manufacturing for aerospace, defense, and robotics. We're committed to transacting efficiently with integrity. We also take pride in our entrepreneurial ethos, lean and agile mindset, and our remarkable ability to acquire top talent in challenging situations.
Evermore Industries is a holding company that partners with business owners to help them establish a plan for the next generation of their business. We seek to acquire a majority interest in our partner businesses, though unlike other investors, we have no intention or need to ever sell an investment.
Long Road Partners is wholly owned and managed by its principals. Each of our business units and companies are staffed and managed by teams of highly-skilled, experienced professionals, all of whom share an unwavering commitment to our culture, values, and discipline and to the consistent delivery of successful results to our clients and portfolio companiesWhile our primary focus is on working with the best entrepreneurs with the right solutions, we will occasionally act as entrepreneurs ourselves, creating and acquiring companies that combine the right talent, capital, technology and…
Kompound is a holding company 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.
Aero-mark, LLC was founded by Mark Lee in 1986. Mr. Lee’s primary goal was to build a firm specializing in the acquisition, development, and management of companies in Aerospace and Defense. Throughout his career he had vested interest in other sectors that have provided profitable returns and has since then expanded the company’s investment focuses. Our passion for investing in small and unique businesses originates from our team’s background in entrepreneurship, finance, management, and a strong network. Coupled with our core competencies - process improvement, accounting, marketing,…
We have been building businesses and creating great experiences for people for over 35 years. Our history has taught us a lot, and fuels us forward everyday as we look towards what’s next. We are passionate about delivering excellent results and keeping people first. That commitment has proven to be a successful formula for us, and one we believe will continue to carry us forward.
We recognize and appreciate the critical role that small and mid-sized businesses serve in communities and economies across the country. We founded WhiteHorn Partners with the goal of bringing our energy and passion to one such company while carrying forward its legacy and building upon its success. We come from a family with a history of entrepreneurship and success in building and growing businesses. Both sides of our family have experience with founding, operating, and exiting successful companies. On our father’s side of the family, our grandfather partnered with his father to…
Reify is a holdco with existing ownership of portfolio companies in Media & Design, Food & Beverage, and Imports & Exports. We understand by experience that each small business is different, and each situation is different. We're interested in healthy EBITDA small businesses and have experience centralizing functions that small businesses typically (finance, marketing, etc),
Flower City Capital was founded in 2015 and manages over $300 million on behalf of HNW and UHNW families. It makes direct equity and credit investments through its dedicated private markets fund Allens Creek Partners, LP. with a focus on businesses in its geographic region (upstate New York) and the financial services vertical.
Mix Tape Ventures is a diversified management company whose companies are focused on industries including: commercial refrigeration parts and service, personalized gifting, and specialty food distribution. MTV oversees the operations of its companies, allocates resources among them, and helps to improve the performance of its operations.
C Holdings looks to buy and invest in a variety of businesses. We have been on the buying and selling side of transactions and we bring marketing and operational excellence to any company we get involved with.
Lionshield is a private investment firm committed to long-term success by acquiring and growing 100% family-owned businesses in North America while providing exceptional leadership guided by solid core values.We were founded by entrepreneurs who understand the importance of preserving team, culture, and longevity of a business. Our model is simple, proven, and made to last for years to come. We buy and build exceptional businesses, arm them with great leadership, and hold them forever.We have committed capital and have raised a large fund, and are looking for 4 deals this year!
Marketzoo is the holding company for a group of digital performance marketing companies that focus on empowering customers by assisting buying decisions through reviews and comparison sites. Our success is built on a foundation of culture, agility, creativity, and entrepreneurship.We see ourselves as pioneers and entrepreneurs, preferring to invest in experienced and like-minded professionals that share our vision and long-term goals. This gives our teams the right tools necessary to ensure that our vision is met, and we obliterate our goals.We have made several acquisitions in the last few…
Kamylon Capital is a Managerial Holding Company that invests in and provides ownership transition solutions to LargeLocal™ businesses. Typically family or entrepreneur-controlled and often owner-operated, LargeLocal™ businesses range from roughly $8 to $80 million in revenue and $1 to $8 million in free cash flow. These businesses usually demonstrate a strong competitive position in their local market or within a national or global market niche. Kamylon prides itself on its creativity, flexibility, and sensitivity in responding to each LargeLocal™ transaction consideration to ensure a…
BizGro Partners is a private holding company that owns and operates 14 companies in different industries. We are mainly interested Business Service & Healthcare industries. Our typical target profile is B2B companies with good books and records, strong profitability, and a well-established history. We will usually be interested in companies making between $3M and $30M in Revenue, with EBITDA between $800K - $2M. We finance our deals through a combination of our own money and third-party financing.
Xwind is a family holding company seeking to invest in scaled businesses in the US for the long term.Owner-operator approach with long-term investment horizonPrior operating and investing experience in Fortune 500 and top tier private equity firmsStrong track record of value creation through operational excellenceSector expertise within Manufacturing, Distribution, Services, Consumer and Healthcare
About UsWe are business builders with experience investing, operating, and growing businesses. We are interested and have had success with both control and minority deals. We partner with excellent people to build strong and durable companies. We are long term oriented with the ability to own businesses for decades.
We have a holding company that owns and operates franchises in the southeast. We currently work with 5 different brands. We are continuing to grow these brands organically, but also looking to acquire businesses outside of franchising. We self-fund all of our acquisitions and we run each brand portfolio with our own internal teams.
