Red Oak Ventures is a private investment firm focused on making a small to medium-sized acquisition. Our aim is to partner with an exceptional company seeking the next stage of growth. Post-acquisition, we plan on working closely with the company to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.
Carter is a seasoned entrepreneur, having spent the last 23 years scaling SMBs, she's raised multiple rounds of funding, and overseen an IPO with a valuation of $250 million. Now, as a Consultant and Operating Partner at a Venture Capital firm, she leverages her experience to help founders drive sustainable revenue growth. She is now looking to purchase her own business with her husband.
I am a current business owner that has hired management to operate the company. I acquired my current business in 2018 and grew sales 84% in 4 years. I implemented new technology, marketing, and streamlined operations to support the growth. I am actively seeking to acquire an additional business in the $1MM to $4MM range with financing or a limited partner.
Rob Ryberg at Crestview Investment Manager, LLC is focused on investing in or acquiring lower-middle market businesses. He is interested in healthcare, businesses service, home services and adjacent verticals. He looks for a pattern of consistent performance along with a seasoned management team, community reputation and room for growth or adaptation of the current business model.
Stilwell Corporation is a family-owned investment firm specializing in permanent equity, focusing on long-term growth in both operating companies and real estate. We invest with family capital, prioritizing stability and lasting value over short-term gains
Mark Sinatra is an individual investor focused on acquiring companies based in California and Texas with cash flow of $300k to $1MM. Shortly after graduating Wharton’s MBA program, Mark embarked on a quest to acquire and operate a company; and in July 2008 after researching the PEO industry, Mark acquired Staff One HR. Mark led Staff One HR through a period of substantial growth highlighted by achieving the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies for four years in a row, and culminating in Staff One HR’s sale to its largest privately-held competitor, Oasis Outsourcing, in December…
Fulton Equity [www.FultonEquity.com] is a Cleveland, OH-based holding company that invests in lower middle market businesses. We use a long-term, growth oriented approach that may be perfect for those owners who are searching for a liquidity event, but still care deeply about the long-term positioning of their company, employees, as well as their legacy.Our deal parameters are:EBITDA range: $750,000 minimumEBITDA percentage: minimum 15%Geography: Cleveland, OH. Other markets considered: Atlanta, Charlotte, Raleigh, HoustonIndustries of interestIndustrialValue-added distributionLight or niche…
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Oct 2023
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Zeronox, Inc.
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Aug 2018
Fulton Equity
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HandiCraft, Inc. (as part of LEFCO Worthington, LLC)
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Mar 2018
Fulton Equity
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Hanlon Composites, LLC
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Jun 2008
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Joint Venture with Worthington Steelpac, Inc. (formed LEFCO Worthington, LLC)
Grindstone Hill is focused on making both control and minority investments in high quality businesses we believe have the potential for signficiant growth. Our team has experience building family businesses and working in institutional private equity. We look to partner with high quality businesses we believe additional capital will drive significant growth. We target investments high quality business, run by quality people, that we believe we can add value over time. Our partners know any business is only as good as the people who are apart of them. .
After starting a "side gig" doing graphic design and brokering printing, I purchased a failing print shop 10 years ago. In the last 10 years, we've both grown organically and have also acquired three other printing companies, and did $1.38 million in revenue in 2022. I've organized our current business to the point that it can run without me, and I'm looking for our next acquisition. I'm still open to closed/failing companies with "good bones", but at this point, I'm also able to acquire something that's larger and operating successfully.
Tasman Creative, LLC 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.
Experienced serial entrepreneur with a diverse skill set spanning from Oil & Gas, Real Estate, Breweries, Fitness, and Hospitality industries, showcasing a versatile skill set in business development and management across various sectors.
Growing up in a self-employed family I have been around business from a very young age. After college, I joined an expanding Canadian distribution company that taught me many real-world business lessons at their expense. During this time I began to invest in real estate via Fix-N-Flips and LTRs and after about a decade I left the corporate world and joined the family construction business. After 7 years we transitioned the company to a management team and now I was able to invest my time and money into a growing distillery. Soon after an opportunity arose to acquire an RV storage business…
Pari Natarajan is an individual investor focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. Pari Natarajan has previously co-founded and exited 2 small companies, and he is pursuing a single company to own and operate. Post acquisition, he plans to work closely with portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.
I have committed funding; commitment letters are available upon request. Ng.life is my private investment vehicle. Equity capital is my own, though I may source additional capital depending on the investment size. Here is my promise: I'm a fast “No,” and a committed “Yes.” I show up prepared for meetings and keep my iPhone in my pocket. I don’t kick tires and am committed when I say I'm interested. I will make you look good along the way. Investment Criteria:Target companies are >20% margins and $1m - $5m in EBITDA. Control buyouts of industrial and business services companies in…
High net worth individual with a background in consumer products, specifically in the skincare and medical device space. Serial entrepreneur with multiple exits seeking to build a portfolio of brands that can be grown through existing management teams combined with new leadership.Seeking CPG brands over $2m in revenue, with low SKU count, high margins, local supply chains, and a high percentage of recurring revenue.
Brampton Ridge Capital is focused on investing in small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the United States that demonstrate strong cash flow and sustainable profitability. Our investment strategy targets companies that are well-positioned for growth and can benefit from strategic guidance and resources to achieve their full potential. We prioritize sectors where we can leverage our expertise to enhance operations, drive innovation, and deliver substantial value to both our partners and stakeholders.
Growthworks Capital invests in growth-oriented, lower-middle market companies. We have a proven track record of closing investments and partnering with leadership teams to build companies of lasting value.
Confluence Capital is a boutique small business consulting firm focused on helping clients acquire and integrate new businesses. After several years of working with other clients, we are looking to acquire our first company solely in-house. We are industry agnostic and focused on businesses with high quality repeating and recurring revenue.
Tiger Lily Holdings is an independent sponsor looking to acquire businesses in Californiathat have durable profits, >20% EBITDA margins and reasonable growth opportunity.
Brent is a seasoned entrepreneur with a proven track record of founding three businesses, acquiring two, and successfully exiting two. His expertise spans multiple industries, including food (B2C, B2B, co-packing, and private label), manufacturing (product design, sales, and marketing), and business services. Most recently, Brent achieved an 8-figure exit in the business services sector. He is now seeking a company to acquire and grow for the long term. Ideally, this company will be based in the Midwest, have a solid history of profitability, and operate within the specialty distribution,…