Tide Rock is a holding company that acquires a controlling interest in differentiated business-to-business companies in the lower middle market ($2-10M EBITDA for platforms). The firm is managed by experienced operators and finance professionals who have scaled businesses in various industries.We approach investment with a long-term perspective and with the goal of growing earnings while making regular distributions to all stakeholders.In partnering with Tide Rock, companies gain access, as needed, to our shared back-office team, which includes outsourced accounting & finance, talent…
Compounding Labs invests in recurring revenue businesses in niche markets. Distinct from a traditional investment firm, we are defined by a unique personal capital base, a multi-decade time horizon, and a highly entrepreneurial ethos.The partnership manages the personal wealth of Will Thorndike (Founder of Housatonic Partners), Kent Weaver (CEO of Progressive Homecare), Jay Davis and Jason Pananos (Co-CEOs of Vector Disease Control, Lecturers at Harvard Business School). The partnership manages several hundred million dollars of evergreen capital, all of which belongs to the named partners…
DFS is a PE Owned holding company actively looking to acquire distribution (non-food), technology, and manufacturing companies in and around the foodservice, hospitality, and beverage space. We have 5 distribution facilities across the U.S. and are looking for acquisitions which expand our presence and/or present opportunities in tangential spaces.
Davenport Capital Management, LLC (“DCM”) is a private advisory and investment firm focused on advising, acquiring, managing and growing privately-held businesses. DCM partners with profitable companies that possess a strong industry presence, or a defensible niche position, and are poised to benefit from growth through capital investments, operational efficiencies and/or add-on acquisitions. DCM maintains a cohesive, multi-faceted team with deep operational and finance experience coupled with meaningful industry relationships. The team reflects a differentiated combination of skill-sets…
Tiny is a family of ~40 wonderful businesses located around the world. We are long-term investors and are not interested in flipping businesses, instead we form meaningful partnerships focused on preserving and growing the legacy of the businesses we own.Our goal is to buy businesses that are enduringly profitable and provide a great quality product or service to their customers. We are hands-off investors and seek to support existing management and or find external operators who are a good match for the business.We generally shy away from using debt, and instead prefer mostly cash deals. If…
PE Management Group is a holding company firm 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.
CGC is a privately‐owned global investor, owner and operator of companies with more than 200 years of history across the food and agribusiness spectrum. We create long‐term value by applying deep industry knowledge, capital and talent to businesses ranging from established market leaders to promising innovators.We focus on building platforms that leverage our strategic expertise in food production, processing, and distribution, supporting strong management teams.We bring a long‐term ownership mindset, focusing on investment and operating plans that create long‐lasting value and a…
Western Capital Resources (WCR) is a publicly traded holding company based in Omaha, Nebraska. WCR is focused on growing through the acquisition of established lower middle market businesses with up to $100 million in sales. WCR is industry agnostic and targets leaders in niche industries or geographies as well as opportunistic purchases of businesses that WCR can improve operationally. WCR has a particular interest in situations involving companies facing succession dilemmas, corporate divestitures and businesses in out-of-favor industries. Current holdings include companies in the…
Helio Next is a private holding company that is focused on acquiring & operating scalable businesses. We are mostly industry agnostic when considering potential opportunities, but our current focus is on organizations with sustainable, long-term operations in the following categories: industrial manufacturing, equipment manufacturing, coatings & specialty chemical manufacturing, industrial services, coatings services, aftermarket automotive, and niche e-commerce. We look to leverage our wide range of relevant industry relationships and a growing network of internal resources to strengthen…
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
Samsara Management is a Miami-based alternative asset management firm that invests in small and mid-sized companies, in the United States and Japan, through leveraged buyouts, recapitalizations and growth equity investments. The company invests in a wide variety of industries and sectors that include real estate as well as educational services, retail, advertising, and recreational vehicles. Samsara has an investment strategy that is both prudent yet dynamic and works in close collaboration with the management team to develop significant operational and growth strategies.
Somers Investment Partners is a private investment firm based in Palm Beach, FL, New York and London. We are focused investors specializing in enterprise software and business services companies in the middle market. Our heritage is in traditional private equity but we are not portfolio managers. We are engaged owner-operators that proactively build better businesses. We are highly focused and devote considerable attention and support to our investments. We have no constraints on our investment horizon or stage of maturity. We have invested in middle market business services and…
Dale Creek Holdings is a private investment firm focused on small to medium-sized acquisitions. We invest in and acquire businesses in the SMB and lower middle market spaces. We generally focus on online businesses, service-based businesses, digital assets, and commercial real estate, but are opportunistic and look at great businesses in all industries within our target EBITDA/SDE ranges.
INFOR Financial Group has a permanent capital base and decades of experience partnering with entrepreneurs at all stages to help facilitate recapitalizations, corporate carve-outs, management buyouts and entrepreneur or family succession. We pride ourselves on our ability to provide creative and flexible capital to our portfolio partners, and believe that part of our role as entrepreneurs supporting entrepreneurs is to partner with and support emerging companies as we help them to achieve their corporate goals.
Brightleaf Holdings is a holding company that partners with founders, management teams and family-owned companies. Through our unique holding company model, we acquire great companies, grow them sustainably, and reinvest the earnings they generate. We invest planning to be long-term owners without the intention to sell.As experienced business builders, we take a hands-on approach to creating value in each company. We are guided by our people-first approach and have a dual mission to ensure both our companies and people thrive.Brightleaf Holdings’ current portfolio consists of five companies…
District Equity, LLC is an award-winning international investment firm that wholly owns or holds interests in businesses operating in private equity, engineering, defense, and real estate industries. Typically, we are the largest outside shareholder in our portfolio companies; as such, we are focused on long-term growth and a total return strategy.
We are a small holding company working with family and friends to build businesses that we acquire and manage hands-on. Our diverse team and background of experience have the ability to take on multiple industries. We have an eight-year track record in business operations and acquisitions in Hospitality, Real Estate, Agriculture, Education, and Business Services.
At US Industrial Group, we acquire companies within the industrial sector, focusing mainly on manufacturing and distribution, often linked through vertical or horizontal integration. We believe that the success of a company is built on strong relationships—with our customers, employees, and vendors. We prioritize creating a collaborative and supportive environment where employees can thrive, customers receive top-quality products and service, and vendors are treated as trusted partners. Our commitment to fostering these relationships is at the heart of our business strategy.We acquire…
Pagurian has been making private investments into middle market companies for over a decade now. We hold deep expertise in manufacturing and aerospace (both commercial & defense) and Consumer Brands (DTC/Retail). Additionally, our experience in realestate investment and development has lead us to seek out operating companies that play a critical role servicing the realestate ecosystem.We are particularly fond of legacy businesses with a successful track record that can benefit from our hands on approach and long-term time horizons.
Elah Holdings is a recently reorganized holding company led by experienced business leaders that is seeking to acquire profitable businesses in the commercial and industrial markets to generate sustainable profitability and cash flows, unlock the value of our considerable tax assets, and use win-win deal structures that reduce risk, ultimately creating long-term value for our shareholders.Elah is co-sponsored by funds managed by, or affiliated with, 210 Capital and Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM), who collectively own 49% of the company’s outstanding stock. In addition, the Private…
