Aventine Ridge is a traditionally funded search fund backed by institutional capital (Pacific Lake Partners & WSC and Co.) in addition to a number of family offices (Miramar Holdings). We are two operators that have scaled business units, traded commodities around the world & led Marines in combat action. We are looking in a number of verticals, primarily specialty/value-added distribution and the skilled trades.
I am an experienced entrepreneur seeking to buy and lead one great business in the NY/CT area. In addition to my entrepreneurial ventures, I have 20 years operating experience at McKinsey, Google, and SVB.
FINANCIALS (must have)EBITDA > $2,000,000EBITDA margin > 25 %consistent year on year growth > 3 %asset light (no real estate)re-occurring revenues (no project based or commodity correlated revenues)VERTICAL FOCUS (preferred)education, health care and financial servicesother verticals on a case by case basis GEOGRPAHY Canada-US
Based in North Carolina, we are a long-term holding company dedicated to buying and building beautiful businesses and stewarding them with exceptional, values-driven leadership.We look to acquire family-owned, strategically positioned businesses in Eastern North Carolina with $0.5 million to $1.5 million of EBITDA. Zambezi Ventures looks to provide permanent capital and be long-term owners We care about people – employees, customers, suppliers, and communitiesABOUT THE FOUNDERAs a dynamic entrepreneur deeply rooted in Eastern North Carolina, I’m passionate about driving growth and…
Torque Tech Capital is looking to buy small to medium businesses. So far its acquired 2 OK based businesses in the logistical services space. Its looking to do more acquisitions, not necessarily in the OK or logistics spaces. New BD and partnership in the company can help with geographic and business type diversification.
We are an executive-led search and acquisition fund backed by Novastone Capital Advisors (NCA). Together, we are aiming to acquire SMEs in Canada, specifically within the logistics, fulfillment, last mile, or tech sectors. Fund founded and led by Abed Shaheen, former CEO of InfoFort, an acquired SME, who led the company from its early stages to an industry leader in 14 countries and its 10X exit to Iron Mountain through scale, growth, geographical expansion, and M&A.
I am an individual investor (search fund) with extensive experience managing growth and operations with businesses in industrials (HVAC) and ecommerce. I have an MBA from Harvard Business School and great financial backing from experiences and sophisticated investors.
The Hearth Fund 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.
Karma Search Capital Partners is actively seeking to acquire small to medium-sized businesses with the intention of integrating with your existing management team and operating them for the long term. Our efforts are bolstered by the support of accomplished entrepreneurs and world-class investors who possess extensive experience in investing in, nurturing, and running successful companies.If you are a business owner who is considering life beyond your company, it is crucial to have a reliable partner who can safeguard what you have built. At Karma Search Capital Partners, we are dedicated to…
Upper Valley Partners is a search fund, an entrepreneurial investment partnership formed to identify, acquire, operate, and grow a single business in the United States. We’re different from traditional investors; while we have the backing of institutions, Upper Valley Partners is founded and led by entrepreneur Ray Rudianto. Ray brings with him unique experiences from growing up around family business, practical skills from the foundational business training he’s received (ex-Bain, operating experience at fintech, HBS), and most importantly differentiated perspectives on leadership…
Alex Ovshey 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.
Wren Enterprises is a values-driven company dedicated to the acquisition, operation, and growth of resilient, customer-focused businesses primarily in the home services sector. Based in Dallas, Texas and operating across the Southwest, we offer small business owners a succession solution that ensures their mission thrives and their legacy lives on. Learn more at: www.wrenenterprises.com.
Shore Valley 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.
John Edward has spent the last 10 years working in roles of increasing responsibility at private equity backed ventures. He has experience across the board in accounting, treasury, M&A, finance, commercial, business development. He most recently served on the leadership team at Cureton Midstream, backed by Tailwater Capital, where he led the BD and commercial teams and oversaw ~$100MM of closed acquisitions as well as the ultimate sale to Williams in December of 2023 for ~$550MM. Prior to Cureton he spent 5 years at EagleClaw Midstream where he participated in tremendous growth of $12MM of…
Balance Rock Partners is a search fund founded by Kelsey Holland, a recent Harvard MBA graduate. The fund is focused on acquiring a single business, which Kelsey intends to operate as CEO. More information can be found at www.balancerockpartners.com
Stonebriar Capital is an entrepreneurial partnership created by Paul Gillette to search for, acquire and build one exceptional SaaS or tech-enabled services company over the next decade with the support of a curated group of investors. The partnership is searching for a business owner or shareholder group seeking liquidity and prefers an alternative to a private equity fund, venture capital investor or strategic acquirer.At acquisition, Paul will assume the CEO/President position and work with the exiting seller(s) through a transition period, preserving the legacy of the seller(s), investing…
We are a group of investors, operators, and partners who call Tampa home. As transplants who have fallen in love with this community and put down roots here, we want to help established Tampa Bay businesses reach their full potential. Our team brings decades of combined experience running, advising, and growing successful service companies. We understand the opportunities and challenges that come with taking a business to the next stage. Now we aim to partner with current owners to provide the capital, expertise, and mentorship needed to professionalize operations, expand offerings, and…
I’m an independent investor actively seeking to acquire an existing high-performing business in South Florida, with earnings between $500k to $2.0mm. For businesses at the lower end of the spectrum, I would prefer to see some opportunities for roll-ups or significant growth potential. I'm excluding food/beverage and retail sectors from my search and have a preference for Palm Beach and Broward Counties, although Miami and Martin County are also within my search radius. In addition to being able to contribute a significant portion of equity personally, I have access to a network of contacts…
MSB Capital is a privately-held investment firm organized to acquire and operate an established privately-held business in North America with annual revenues between $10-$50 million. We aim to provide a meaningful exit alternative for business owners who care about the legacy of the business they have created. The fund is launched in partnership with Novastone Capital Advisors as part of their Entrepreneurship through Acquisition Program (ETA). We are a group of professional entrepreneur-operators backed by high-net worth individuals, entrepreneur-turned investors and consortium of…
NCA SF066 LLC is a pioneering search fund in the United States within the scope of the ETA program run by Novastone Capital Advisors (NCA). NCA SF066 has the mandate to identify, acquire and operate an existing privately held small to medium sized enterprise in the chemical sector.
