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
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…
Most Recent Transactions
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Oct 2023
Fulton Equity
invested in
Zeronox, Inc.
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Aug 2018
Fulton Equity
acquired
HandiCraft, Inc. (as part of LEFCO Worthington, LLC)
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Mar 2018
Fulton Equity
acquired
Hanlon Composites, LLC
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Jun 2008
Fulton Equity
acquired
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.
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…
Tampa, Florida-based lower middle market investor and operator. 10+ years of experience in both M&A advisory and business ownership. I buy and build lower middle market companies with a focus on growth through investment in people and processes. Criteria include:Annual revenues of $2 - $25 millionConsistent track record of successHeadquartered in the United States (preferably the Southeast)EBITDA margin > 10%Minimal sensitivity to economic cycles
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.
Timberlane Investment Partners 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.
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…
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,…
Saltillo Capital is an entity I established to house various personal investments and facilitate my search for an company to acquire (with the intention of being owner operator).
I'm an independent investor with experience building, operating, and investing in businesses across business services, technology, consumer products, and media. I'm looking to acquire and operate a business, ideally with a presence in southern California.
Klaxon LLC is a private investment firm focused on small to medium-sized acquisitions. We partner with exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth. We work closely with our portfolio companies after acquisition to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.Judd Lorson is a military veteran and individual entrepreneur looking to buy an existing small business that I will operate full-time for the long term. Prior to founding Klaxon, Judd acquired Alliance CAS in 2018. Alliance specializes in collecting unpaid assessments from delinquent home owners on behalf of community…
Mark Cuthbert, the owner of JTEN Companies LLC, is an individual investor looking full-time for a company to own and operate. Mark has over 20 years of experience including 7 years as a senior executive at a Fortune 100 company. He has experience in sourcing and executing M&A as well as leading large organizations (budget of ~$0.5B and hundreds of employees). Mark will bring his personal net worth and, as needed, capital partners to provide the equity needed to execute a deal.