Manolin Investment Group combines the perspective and experience of an operator with the execution capabilities of an experienced financial buyer. Our Approach:Long-term business buildersWe look for platform opportunities with the intention to compound earnings over 5-10 years or longer. Quality takes time.Flexible capitalWe raise capital separately for each situation and customize the cap stack around the needs and goals of the business.Partnership drivenPartnership is our core value. We look for strong operators that want to stay involved and grow the business together.Hands-on and…
We are Operators First, with deep private equity fluency. We invest in lower-middle-market industrial businesses that possess a technical edge. The Catskill approach is built around a simple belief: Accelerating revenue, optimizing supply chains, and operational execution, not financial leverage, drive repeatable outcomes.Our team brings decades of hands-on leadership across hyperscale and data center infrastructure markets. This enables us to underwrite operational realities, diligence engineering risks, and execute post-close value-creation initiatives with speed and conviction.Focus…
We are focused on acquiring a high-quality business that aligns with our investment philosophy to achieve our goals. The goal is to find, acquire, and run an attractive company or companies that significantly beats market returns over the next 5-10 years. We are selective bidders looking for the right fit above all else. Stellarum Ventures is led by Michael Bruce, who is a business leader with an entrepreneurial spirit and proven track record of success in both commercial and operational roles. He has a strong track record of success in durable and consumable good industries.
Jordan Garner brings deep experience across a wide range of industries, with a particular appreciation for those with stable customer bases, recurring revenue, and opportunities in fragmented markets. We focus on companies with $1–20 million in EBITDA, and we’re especially drawn to scalable models such as “buy and build” strategies, often involving multi-unit or multi-location operations in the services and consumer goods sectors.We have strong relationships with family offices and mezzanine funds to creatively structure deals, and our permanent capital base gives us the flexibility…
Standel Group is an auto repair services-focused roll up based out of Texas, backed by investor capital, with 2 existing locations and several more under contract. We were founded in 2024 and are expanding aggressively in Texas and surrounding states.
Active private investment group focused on healthcare & medtech. Target lower-middle-market companies ($2-20M EBITDA) with $10-50M typical equity checks and capacity to $250M+. Multiple successful healthcare acquisitions completed; we acquire to own long-term and partner with management to build lasting businesses.
HomeStop Inc. is a specialty construction and trades company dedicated to serving the expansive $2 trillion US construction industry. The company is committed to building a billion-dollar enterprise by providing top-notch corporate home improvement solutions and facility management services. HomeStop collaborates with leading housing associations, property managers, and developers, particularly in the DFW metro area, to deliver high-quality products and expert installations. With a focus on customer satisfaction and competitive pricing, HomeStop Inc. has established itself as a key player in…
Conor Cook is an independent sponsor based in Los Angeles, CA. Conor previously was an investment professional at the Riverside Company, a $15 billion middle market private equity fund, where he focused on finding and executing new deals. Prior to Riverside, Conor spent 4 years in the Private Equity Services Group at Alvarez and Marsal, where he focused on turnarounds for private equity portfolio companies. Conor holds a BA from Vanderbilt University and an MBA from Columbia Business School.
Cape One Partners is a long-hold investment firm focused on partnering with founder-owned companies in the lower middle market. We acquire high-quality software and services businesses and commit to being a patient and supportive partner to management teams that want to build long-term winners.
1080 Ventures is a modern venture growth studio and holding company focused on building and scaling AI-enabled businesses across sectors. While it engages in company creation and strategic incubation rather than acting purely as a traditional investment fund, 1080 Ventures combines capital deployment with hands-on operational support to help founders turn early-stage ideas into resilient, scale-ready companies. The firm blends robust go-to-market strategy, agile product development, and community-driven growth tactics to accelerate the trajectory of ventures it partners with.
Prisma Capital is a private investment firm that specializes in the acquisition and active management of middle-market companies.We focus on companies in growth sectors that offer strong revenues and predictable cash flow generation.We partner with proven management teams with successful track records who can lever our finance, business, and investing expertise to create value for their companies.
Hidden View Capital is a private investment firm that specializes in partnering with family and founder-owned businesses, which are considered the backbone of the economy. The firm is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and management teams to unlock hidden value and create enduring businesses. With a strategic focus on sectors where they can add significant value, Hidden View Capital aims to foster growth and sustainability in its investments.
Alder Bridge Partners is a Delaware-based private investment firm making long-term investments in high quality small businesses. We believe small business investing requires a different approach than traditional private equity. Our objective is to help successful small businesses achieve greater scale and profitability, and to provide investors with access to attractive returns in an under-served market.We look for long standing companies with defensible value propositions. Our approach is to partner with strong management teams to help businesses continue their success, enhance…
I’m an operator with experience driving commercial performance, integration-related efficiencies, and organizational improvement inside scaled businesses. My background is in leading brand, go-to-market, and cross-functional execution across complex organizations, with responsibility for building internal capabilities, improving operating processes, and driving measurable growth outcomes. Earlier in my career, I founded and later sold a small agency, which gave me practical entrepreneurial experience and reinforced my interest in ownership and value creation.At James Hardie, in a role that…
Contour Point Capital, LLC (“CPC”) was formed in 2025 to invest in middle market companies primarily in industries where the principals and operating partners have extensive knowledge and experience. We have a proven record of building stronger and more operationally efficient businesses. Our goal is to be an involved and value-added investor and strategic partner to the management teams and other stakeholders of our portfolio companies. CPC was founded by Andrew Mueller, who has 15+ years of experience as a private equity investor. Previously he was a senior…
Q- G Partners is a holding company that retains partnership positions in companies ranging from Logistics to asset management. IQ-G Partners was founded by Charles S. Lazar, who became the firm's Chairman. Charles was most recently a Managing Director at Wilshire Consulting International, heading up the push with institutional clients in markets outside the US domestic market. Wilshire is a diversified global financial services firm that serves in excess of 500 organizations in more than 20 countries, with combined assets under advisory exceeding $7 trillion (as of 12/31/10 based on data…
Aspen Trails Capital is a holding company formed by individuals deeply passionate about markets and investing. To that end, we are solely focused on partnering with the highest quality RIA firms in the lower mid market to build a best in class scaled platform.
Cornerstone Managers is an entrepreneurial investment company that partners with management teams to building long-lasting businesses. We acquire businesses we plan to own and operate for the long term. Our target companies serve the evolving consumer landscape.
Seeking businesses that have a leading position in a market niche as well as the ability to scale without significant growth capex. We deploy a long-term vision to drive growth and profitability. Our 'family-first' approach applies to our business ventures and we will continue to honor and work to exceed your commitments to all employees and partners
Stack Holdings is a permanent home for utility service companies. We partner with founders who've built profitable businesses and are ready for what comes next—whether that's retirement or a partner to take your business to the next level. Stack was founded by two former utilities service CEOs, who know what it takes to build a successful business.
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