We focus on mutual benefit, profit, and growth for all of our stakeholders. Our program carefully selects talented individuals who are capable of operating and growing 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…
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.
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
Founded by Birmingham natives, Pine Mill Partners was formed with the intention of acquiring and operating a single business in Birmingham or surrounding areas where the owner is ready to transition out. We strive to offer partnership, structured in a way that meets all of your goals in transitioning the business you have successfully built.
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,…
CHJ Ventures Inc is a holding company formed to acquire and operate a small or midsized business. Its owners and investors have experience in tech, retail, and restaurants.
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…
Fall Oak Partners was founded by an experienced business leader, investor and former M&A professional to acquire small businesses and transition them to their next phase of growth. Fall Oak Partners combines integrity with patient, committed capital and deal expertise.
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…
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…
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.
Acceleratus Ventures is a Self-Funded Search fund led by 2 former Technology & Finance executives with deep growth and operational backgrounds, including leading teams through hyper-growth, acquisitions, and post-acquisition mergers. Acceleratus is looking to acquire a small business with the intention of operating and growing the business, and add additional businesses to the larger portfolio over time.
The Nakani Fund aims to buy a company in Canada, to grow it further and to create jobs for Canadians.Nakani was founded by Ali Malik, a global entrepreneur with experience helping promising companies reach their full potential globally. Over the past decade, Ali was engaged in leading projects and people to come with products and ways to solve problems for companies in finance, telecom, digital services, healthcare, transportation, food production, government services, and tech.Ali is skilled in management, business development, lean growth strategies, and agile product ownership. He is an…
Edessa Growth Partners is an investment firm founded by Resit, dedicated to the mission of acquiring and growing one exceptional business in the United States. Our vision extends beyond transactional interactions, deeply valuing the relationships and legacies that form the heart of a business.Our goal, is to fully step into the shoes of the existing business owner, ensuring a seamless transition and continuation of the business’s successful journey. We understand that each business, its operations and culture are unique. Therefore, our approach is tailored, not only focusing on financial…
I am in the acquisition phase of my company. It is fully formed, and I am in the process of identifying and acquiring the right venture. Kemry will be focused on development, remodeling, and the construction business across both commercial and residential properties. I have several key partners across various markets in the Southwest region, including Texas, and I am actively seeking the right opportunity to own and operate a business with the eventual goal of owning a portfolio of businesses.What's noteworthy is that my corporate mandate includes strategies that are anchored to both goods…
