Elm Tree Capital Partners is a search fund with the focus of providing a unique and attractive solution for owners to unlock the wealth they have created by experiencing a liquidity event and stepping back from the day-to-day operations. We provide a transition to new, talented, responsible and committed senior management focused on maintaining the legacy of the organization, taking care of the existing employees, customers and partners and continuing the success of the business.We are not a private equity firm. Elm Tree Capital Partners is a privately held partnership of seasoned executives,…
We focus on mutual benefit, profit, and growth for all of our stakeholders.Our program carefully selects talented individuals who are capable of operating andgrowing a company through a proprietary Talent Identification and Selection Process. We also partner with the best business schools around the globe to source top-tier talented individuals that would fit our ETA program. When working with us, aspiring entrepreneurs benefit from access to capital resources and support in pursuing a direct path to owning and managing a small business; existing businesses benefit from succession solutions…
CHJ Ventures Inc is a holding company formed to acquire and operate a small or midsized business. Its owners and investors have experience in tech, retail, and restaurants.
Locke River is a searchfund dedicated to finding one SMB to buy and operate. The searchis geographically focused on Texas and Illinois. The criteria for size is up to $7MM inenterprise value with a minimum EBITDA of $300k. My background is in investmentbanking, private equity, and private credit where I have executed numerous transactions.
Fort Hill Partners, LLC is an independent consultancy and private investment firm. The investment side of Fort Hill Partners is focused on acquiring and operating one high-quality business for the long haul. FHP is targeting manufacturing and industrials businesses in Texas for which the owner-operator is looking to transition out of day-to-day responsibilities. As a professional, Bern Ebersole, has significant experience leading teams and working across all levels of an organization, from C-suite to the front line, to identify operational challenges, evaluate potential…
Fall Oak Partners was founded by an experienced business leader, investor and former M&A professional to acquire small businesses and transition them to their next phase of growth. Fall Oak Partners combines integrity with patient, committed capital and deal expertise.
Jay is an operations executive with a background in high-growth, venture and PE backed businesses in the consumer goods industries. Having held COO type roles, he is now seeking for an operations-based company in the Colorado Front Range area. With a strong network of lenders and investors, he is able to bring a range of financing options to the table to close deals.
Curo Ventures seeks to acquire companies in the lower middle market. We have a history of founding, growing, and operating companies at the intersection of technology, utilities, and decision intelligence. Our intent is to leverage this experience, along with our ‘customer-centric’ attitude, to acquire, nurture and grow enduring companies.Jamail Carter is an experienced executive often described as a “growth guy” or “glue guy” given his primary strengths are related to growing companies (e.g. securing transformative deals, building teams, and growing revenue). He has founded or…
Threadleaf Capital is an entrepreneurial investment firm focused on acquiring, operating and growing a single business in Canada or the United States. Over the next 18 - 24 months, Threadleaf will identify, analyze, and negotiate potential investment opportunities and successfully close an acquisition.Threadleaf is led by a seasoned team of investment professionals with expertise in technology, finance, sales, and marketing as well as niche experience in healthcare and entrepreneurship.
Orchid Capital is a New York based private equity firm focused on buyouts of privately held, owner-operated companies in the US lower middle market. We are industry focused and actively manage the businesses that we acquire. We invest in US lower middle market businesses within the following industries: Information Technology, SAAS, Business Professional Services, Sales & Marketing, Media and Logistics. Prime targets have strong free cash flows, and opportunities for follow-on acquisitions. We look for opportunities to assist owner-operators in their succession planning, opportunities to…
Southern California based investment firm founded by UCLA MBA now seeking to acquire and operate a lower middle market operating service business in the greater San Diego and Orange County areas.
I created Cascade Equity, LLC to facilitate the acquisition of a small business in the Portland, Oregon area. I worked at Deloitte for over a decade and have experience in finance, strategy, and operations. Most recently, I was a member of Deloitte's corporate development group where I was responsible for executing over $450M worth of acquisitions and divestitures for Deloitte's US business. I decided to leave Deloitte to pursue a long-term career operating a small business. I’m a reliable and honest partner, dedicated to preserving an owner’s legacy and safeguarding the interests of…
Search fund looking to acquire a B2B services or software company. Principal (Michael Spitzer-Rubenstein) previously started, grew and sold a digital marketing agency and consults for private equity clients on healthcare and technology M&A and strategy.
Paion seeks to acquire an established software or B2B services company in the Western US with EBITDA between $500k and $5M (or ARR above $2M for a software business). For a business owner seeking your business’ next generation of leadership, Paion offers the ideal succession pathway. We will protect what you’ve built, enable your employees and customers to flourish, and deliver a promising future for your business.
My name is Michael Haden and I launched, Vandalia Ventures in March 2024. By way of background, I am a former CFO with significant M&A experience / capital formation experience. I am seeking to acquire and operate a service business between $500k-$2.0mm of EBITDA. My geographic focus area is Western Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Ohio.
Mentos Capital is founded by two young entrepreneurs who are looking to acquire a successful privately held business and operate it for years to come. Along with individual and institutional investors, the Mentos Capital team looks to provide a transformative exit opportunity for the founder of the business and to take over the reigns of the day-to-day operations. Working alongside with the amazing employees currently in place, the Mentos Capital team seeks to continue to grow the business and serve customers in an exceptional manner, as they are currently accustomed to.
I am a 25 year veteran investor / CEO. I began my career at Bain & Company and have split the past 20 years investing as a PE investor or as CEO in PE backed companies. Myself and two partners will directly fund any investment we make. We are looking to acquire a company that we would actively engage in as investors and as value add management. We are typically looking for "block and tackle" businesses and have experience in sectors such as distribution, real estate management, transportation, building materials and manufacturing.
We are experienced investors and operators acquiring a business to operate and grow. We bring deep business and industry expertise, patient investors, a plan for growth, and humility as custodians of your business and legacy.
Financial attributesB2B technology (software or tech-enabled services) business.Mature company with recurring revenues and a proven product-market fit.For SaaS businesses: $3-5M ARR.For tech-enabled service businesses: $10M to $50M of annual revenues with an EBITDA Margin above 15%.Strong revenue growth in the past years.Ownership situationsFounder-operator ownedManagement to transition/exitRetirement-seekingLimited family involvement
Acceleratus Ventures is a Self-Funded Search fund led by 2 former Technology & Finance executives with deep growth and operational backgrounds, including leading teams through hyper-growth, acquisitions, and post-acquisition mergers. Acceleratus is looking to acquire a small business with the intention of operating and growing the business, and add additional businesses to the larger portfolio over time.
