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.
RPM Capital LLC is a private investment firm focused on small to medium-sized acquisitions. We purchase these companies through North Beach Holdings LLC, our portfolio holding company. We believe that we are an excellent buyer for the following reasons:Unlike most investment companies, our capital is permanent - we won’t sell your business a few years after we buy it; we want to hold it forever. We expect to earn above average returns on our investment capital, so we value companies on their ability to generate long-term cash flow and not on resale value.Because we are focused on the…
AYCE Capital acquires and partners with Managed Service Providers in the lower middle market. Founded in late 2022, the firm completed 3 acquisitions in 2023. Backed by Ashbridge Equity Partners (a family office), AYCE will look to continue to acquire more MSPs over the coming years.
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.
SummaryEmpowered Ventures is an employee-owned diversified holding company. We seek to acquire successful lower middle market companies led by a selling owner who cares deeply about their employees and the future for the business. All the employees join our employee ownership program as part of the transaction.About UsEmpowered Ventures buys closely held businesses with track records of success. We invest long term without any intention of selling. Employees join our ownership program, accruing value over time based on the combined performance of our operating companies.Empowered Ventures was…
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…
KCM Holdings is a long-term investment partnership offering founders and owners a unique alternative to traditional private equity.We acquire and take a hands-on approach to growing businesses with $1M to $7M in EBITDA, primarily focusing on companies across North America.Our mandate is flexible: whether an owner-operator is looking to retire or seeking to de-risk their asset base while continuing to run the business, KCM Holdings can actively participate in either scenario. We focus on majority investments, ranging from 51% to 100% while preserving the owner's legacy over a long-term…
Quinsig Capital is a private investment 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.
ALJ Regional Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALJJ), led by a highly experienced team, is the parent company of the following subsidiaries:Faneuil, Inc., a leading provider of call center services, back-office operations, staffing services and toll collection services to government and regulated commercial clients across the United States, focusing on the healthcare, utility, transportation, and toll revenue collection industries. Faneuil is headquartered in Hampton, Virginia. ALJ acquired Faneuil on October 19, 2013.Phoenix Color Corp. (including its subsidiaries, “Phoenix”), a leading…
Evermore is a long-term holding company that acquires majority positions in asset-lite, lower market businesses. Our ideal target is a company with a retiring owner who cares deeply about his team, customers and legacy. We buy with no intention of selling. We do not have an independent board and can therefore move quickly for the right opportunity. We are open to management staying for an extended transition period, but it is not required. Target Sectors: Commercial Services, High-End Residential Services, Technology, Content.
Palindrome acquires companies with decades of demonstrated success and extremely talented teams. Our process emphasizes people, allows for long-term ownership, and builds communities. Then we listen and we learn - in search of shared values, a sustainable business model, and the ability to create new opportunities. We create long-term value by providing operational support to promote growth while simultaneously preserving legacy and culture. Capital alone will not determine our long-term success and we take pride in putting people first throughout our process.
JSW Media, Inc, is a holding company with several ecommerce brands under management, including Artisan Owl, Pierced Owl, and Aloha Earrings. Combined with our exclusive wholesale relationships, the company has approximately $25 million in annual revenue. Our primary warehouse is located at 1150 South St in Suffield, CT.
Searching via this entity, but own / control multiple companies. One owns single tenant net leased properties, one builds and operates car washes (express tunnel, in-bay and self-serve), one is a software company providing a B2C platform in the aging / senior care space. Multiple transactions closed in both the software and land / car wash space.
&Capital is a private investment firm headquartered in Toronto. Our model focuses on partnering with talented entrepreneurs in the lower and mid-market to build large-scale acquisition platforms. Our view is one of “Permanent Capital”, where our capital has no term. Our Managing partners have strong expertise in growth initiatives (sales, marketing), operations (streamlining processes), and capital allocation.
Star Equity Holdings is a publicly traded diversified holding company with a private equity strategy. We are seeking to become a "Berkshire-Hathaway" type company in the Microcap space. We are currently looking for acquisitions and scale, and are looking across a variety of sectors as well as both public and private businesses.
Investment firm founded by seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and operator with extensive experience turning around underperforming businesses. Has experience in both North and South America.
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Bristlecone Companies partners with entrepreneurs who care deeply about their teams, customers, and legacy. We provide a permanent home for enduring businesses in niche markets and empower them to realize their full potential.