My name is Jordan Frank. I am an entrepreneur looking to acquire a small to medium-sized business on the West Coast. With almost 20 years of experience in manufacturing and a passion for leading teams, I have been searching for the right opportunity to own my own company. As the previous Head of Innovation at King’s Hawaiian in Torrance, I have gained valuable experience in this industry. I have also worked extensively in process engineering and have gained experience in operations, product development, and engineering. In 2020, I led the acquisition of Bakery Express of…
Alidade Ventures is a funded, traditional search fund with a team of investors who have committed capital towards an acquisition.At Alidade Ventures, we strive to unlock the full potential of your business with a search fund partnership. Business owners can benefit from our entrepreneurial expertise, operational support, and access to capital, as we work together to drive growth, expand market reach, and take your company to new heights of success.
We are a group of principles-based investor/operators seeking to partner with organizations which provide sustainable, long-term value to customers and employees. We champion strong workplace culture, and organizations which serve as responsible stewards of their communities. We are currently open to acquiring and operating service-based technology businesses. Our targets are smaller companies whose owners typically are looking for viable exit opportunities after years of successful operation. Our targets are companies based in Southern California (e.g. Los Angeles, Orange and San Diego…
DC Partners Capital is a search fund founded by a MIT-trained entrepreneur with 15 years experience prior in technology start ups. Having worked in Formula 1 and Aerospace and projects including NASA, the principal has partnered with top tier investors looking to buy a company that is between 5 - 50m in Size for a M&A Growth Strategy. Looking at all B2B Opporuntinites
North Course Group was founded by Mike Farrell to buy one great business and operate it for the long-term. Mike is a driven entrepreneur focused on providing a tailored solution for a business owner looking to transition out of day-to-day management while preserving their company’s team and legacy.
Cirque Partners is an acquisition vehicle for lower middle market companies. The management team has historically focused on media, consumer packaged goods and professional services businesses. Cirque is now looking for the next opportunity to find a small to medium size business to operate and grow. The partnership has extensive experience driving high growth strategies, including take businesses from $0 to $100 million+ in revenue in five years. The has extensive experience on both the buy and sell sides of M&A transactions. Cirque Partners offers a smooth, streamlined, fast-moving…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.
Pinnacle Transition Partners (PTP) is focused on acquiring and growing a lower middle market business that serves the utilities, industrial, or oil and gas industries and has resilient cash flows with growth potential.To do this, PTP will partner with a seller looking to exit their business and leverage PTP's experience from acquisitions through operations to sustainably grow the business.PTP is founded and operated by Josh Gresham, who has key experiences to successfully acquire and grow a business, including:- seasoned owner / operator and investor- helped clients grow cash flow and conduct…
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.