Trestle Equity is a Maryland-based investment firm focused on acquiring and growing a high-quality local businesses. With nearly two decades of experience across private equity, engineering, and finance, Trestle Equity's leadership is committed to carrying forward the owners' legacy while supporting employees and customers for the long haul.
I’m searching for a profitable and scalable small business to buy. I will partner with the management team to preserve the legacy of the retiring business owner while guiding the business towards its next chapter of success. I have 20+ years experience in operations, project management, and leading teams. I have personal capital and lender support. My acquisition criteria is $2-12M in revenue, 15% net margins, and located in Central Texas or remote.
Executive leader with 20+ years of experience driving business transformation, global operations, and project portfolio management across the energy and SaaS sectors. Proven record of P&L leadership, turning around underperforming units, and delivering $500M+ in software and services revenue. Bilingual in English and French, with expertise in scaling SaaS businesses, international project execution, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence.
Raj Jayaraman is an individual lead investor, backed by reliable funding sources. He is currently focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. Raj targets deals in the revenue range of $2M to $10M, and are looking for opportunities primarily in the Mid-West. Key criteria are stable, recurring revenue businesses with dependable cash flow, and experienced staff that will stay on post acquisition.Raj has managed large, global transformations for Fortune 100 companies. He has significant business development and sales experience within the Enterprise and Public Sector space. In addition, he has…
Looking to acquire a small / medium business in Texas. Principal owner is a previous small business owner with a 15+ year career in commercial real estate.
Rahul Bhatt 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.
Hi, I’m Tyler, Founder and Managing Director of Hatch Equity.After spending many years in investment banking and high-growth technology, I turned my focus to the small business universe, wanting to continue down the path my father had gone. In speaking with many business owners, I discovered that the exit opportunities available for small businesses did not provide owners with a great way to pass on their legacies.I found, as many owners often do, that traditional private equity acquirers often only aim to run a business they acquire for 5-7 years, and have motivation to reduce staff and…
Rocket Turtle Co. (DBA Acer Equity Partners) is a holding company for my consulting/advisory business as I search for an existing lower-middle market SMB to acquire. I am an experienced operator and executive with a longer-term, multi-decade view looking for established businesses in the Greater Seattle Area.
We gave businesses in consumer products, healthcare, and technology. Currently looking for value-adds for all of our operating businesses. We have a focus area in healthcare technology businesses including revenue cycle management (RCM) and electronic health records (EHR) and prefer cloud or SaaS businesses with strong recurring revenue.
Oolix Agency is a strategic investment and advisory firm that specializes in identifying, structuring, and managing high-potential investment opportunities. With a focus on long-term value creation, Oolix Agency bridges capital and growth by connecting investors to curated private equity, venture, and direct ownership opportunities across diverse sectors.
Elms Collective specializes in identifying and acquiring strong, enduring businesses in the lower middle market.We provide a permanent, values-driven home for great businesses — preserving business owners legacies, and developing a succession plan to carry it forward.Our focus is on partnering with established companies across the manufacturing and business services sectors, providing capital, strategic support, and hands-on leadership to unlock long-term growth.Example focus areas:● Light Manufacturing● Electronics and Electrical Assembly● Industrial and Consumer Product…
I am seeking one or more investment partners to acquire a Canada-based company. Target equity investment: €5–10M.Investor profile- Experienced mid‑market investors with cross‑border transaction capability (Europe–North America).- Value‑creation focus: operational improvement, strategic growth, and selective consolidation.- Capacity to provide equity and coordinate co‑investment and debt financing.Transaction criteria- Location: Canada (preference: Ontario, Quebec, British Columbia).- Sectors: manufacturing, industrial technologies, B2B services, specialized distribution,…
Ben is a Consultant at Bain & Company in Boston, where he advises Fortune 1,000 clients on growth and investment strategy. Prior to Bain, Ben began his career in investment management at Putnam Investments, where he conducted credit and equity research, investing in dozens of public and private companies across multiple sectors, including restaurants and hospitality. He later served as a Portfolio Manager at the Trust Company of Vermont, managing $200 million in assets and overseeing the firms public investments as part of a concentrated equity strategy that consistently outperformed the…
After spending several years working in M&A and corporate development, and successfully exiting two technology companies, I am looking to acquire an operating company based in Canada. I am industry agnostic and have other operating and sales partners who would participate in a deal. We have the ability to self-fund an acquisition and can move quickly for the right opportunity.
Focus: Long-term family-owned platform, modelled on efficient and profitable compounding Capital Base: Privately held, permanent capital, forever holding period Mandate: Acquire and steward recession-resistant and durable businesses across Canada and United StatesPermanent Capital: No fund life constraints; patient, flexible ownership horizon
HR services organization that will provide a full range of HR services for small to mid-size companies. HR consulting, compliance, recruitment, selection, L&D, Exec Coaching. Led by a CHRO that wants to expand into all business service verticals.
Ariginate is an applied AI company dedicated to acquiring and transforming traditional small and medium-sized businesses into market leaders. It's led by a 2x exited-founder of tech and AI-enabled businesses. Utilizing proprietary technology and AI tools, Ariginate aims to revolutionize these businesses, enhancing their market position and operational efficiency. With a focus on innovation and technology-driven solutions, Ariginate is committed to fostering growth and leadership in the industries it engages with.
Multi-entity operator and agribusiness executive with 20+ years of industry experience across five Fortune 500 ag platforms. Currently operating a specialty ag inputs company and serving on the board of a recently acquired food supply company. Also active as a Fractional COO in the lower Markets. Multiple years of full P&L responsibilities for businesses ranging from $20 mil to $90 mil. Investment Criteria: Targeting acquisitions in the $10M–$30M revenue range with strong cash flow, defensible market positioning, and operational upside. Priority sectors include ag inputs, specialty…
Everia Holdings is a permanent destination for great businesses. We are proven operators looking to steward regional businesses for the long term. EBITDA: $1-3milGeography: New York Metropolitan Area Industry: Fairly Agnostic; No Restaurant, Retail [except car washes], or Manufacturing.
La Familia Capital Ltd. is a private investment firm focused on acquiring control investments in profitable, founder-led businesses with $5–7 million of EBITDA. We invest long-term in companies with strong cash flow, defensible market positions, and capable management teams.We offer certainty of close, flexible deal structures, and a partner-oriented approach to ownership. Backed by committed private capital, we move quickly once alignment is established and are trusted partners to business owners and intermediaries alike.
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