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Interests: Will not invest in businesses outside Australia. We meticulously evaluate potential investments, prioritizing businesses with strong growth potential, clear and sustainable competitive advantages, and robust management teams. We favour companies that demonstrate innovative solutions, scalability, and a proven track record in their respective industries. We do not take a “one size fits all” approach to our investment strategy. We work with each company to create an individualised structure that best meets the needs of that business and the objectives of its stakeholders. We have a few prerequisites. 1. History: 3+ years of operating History. Our approach is anchored on established businesses. We are not an early-stage investor or venture capital firm. We are investing our capital and require a track record of enduring operations. 2. Owner: Vision, passion, resilience & ambition. We plan to work alongside you so your dedication and will to succeed will be critical in bringing us on board. 3. Purpose & potential: A clear differentiation or opportunity to differentiate the business from the competitive set. Businesses that can sustain and thrive over the long term. 4. Growth Potential: Potential to experience sustainable revenue and share expansion. 5. Niche: Businesses that focus on catering to a specific, specialized segment of the overall market. Industry Sectors of Interest. While we are interested in strong partnership opportunities with SMEs we have preferred sectors in which we are actively seeking opportunities. Tourism, hospitality, and support services, agriculture and agribusiness support services, product manufacturing, creative media industries & consulting services, import/export, wholesale & eCommerce.
Background: We are an active value-adding investor. We are a small firm that specialises in value-added investing, recognising that SMEs are the backbone of our economy. To flourish, they need more than just financial support. Our distinctive approach involves injecting capital into partner businesses while actively collaborating with owners. We are not just investors; we become active partners, contributing our expertise to drive success. We embark on a journey to set and align business goals. Leveraging our extensive expertise, we create and execute strategies designed to revolutionize operations, improve governance, and trigger business transformation. We are passionate about actively participating in the businesses we invest in, working tirelessly to bring about superior outcomes. From refining daily operations to instilling robust governance practices, we roll up our sleeves and join the journey of transformation. When challenges or roadblocks arise, we will be there to assist with solutions. Our industry experience and knowledge help us tackle specific issues effectively. The key element of our value-added investment partnership model is capital Infusion. More than inject capital; we actively participate in the growth and development of our portfolio companies. When we invest, we're not merely buying a share; we're becoming a dedicated partner, putting our capital to work alongside you. As a value-added investor, we collaborate closely with our portfolio companies to provide strategic direction. Whether it's defining growth strategies, expanding into new markets, or redefining business models, we're there to guide you. Efficiency, streamlined processes, and optimized supply chains are the hallmarks of our operational support. We're here to help you streamline your operations and bolster your supply chain. Our seasoned team serves as mentors to your management teams, leveraging our industry knowledge and experience to help you navigate challenges and make informed decisions. Network: We will tap into our extensive network to connect you with potential customers, partners, and suppliers. This opens doors to exciting new business opportunities and collaborations. We provide access to invaluable resources such as cutting-edge technology, marketing expertise, and financial management tools. These resources are designed to help your business not just survive but thrive. Our Goals when partnering. Enhanced growth: Our value-added approach was conceived to accelerate growth, leading to faster, more efficient business expansion. Our active involvement allows us to identify and address issues early on, reducing the potential for financial and operational problems. Stakeholder confidence: Or hands-on approach is designed to inspire confidence in all stakeholders, including employees, customers, and trading partners. Exit Readiness: Companies receiving value-added support are better prepared for successful exits, when ready, whether through acquisitions, mergers, or initial public offerings (IPOs). Alignment of Interests: Taking a long-term perspective and aligning our interests with your success, fosters a collaborative and mutually beneficial relationship. Learning and improvement: We're not just mentors; we're learners. Our experience spans various industries and sectors, and we encourage cross-pollination of insights and expertise within our portfolio.
8.6 / 10
Locations
Queensland + 3 more
Industries
Fast Food Restaurants + 13 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 660 K
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Advisory Associate, Investment Firm

Corporate Acquirer in Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Interests: 1. SMEs requiring strategic brokerage and advisory support to secure financing or navigate buy-side/sell-side transactions. These firms may seek capital from banks, MFIs, or local/international investors—or be exploring exit or succession strategies. 2. High-growth Cambodian businesses ready to scale beyond domestic borders and capture market share across Southeast Asia. These SMEs seek structured market entry strategies, cross-border partnerships, and enhanced go-to-market capabilities. 3. Family-run businesses undergoing organizational change. These firms need guidance to adopt formal governance, install leadership structures, optimize operational efficiency, and attract external capital or strategic partners.
Background: Our investment firm has over 10 years of presence in the Greater Sub-Mekong Region. Since 2014, we’ve managed over USD 2 billion in real estate AUM, focusing on the acquisition and activation of undervalued land, and invested in 8 TMT companies across Southeast Asia. Part of our advisory practice, we support SMEs in capital raising, M&A preparation, and partial or full exits.
7.6 / 10
Locations
Phnom Penh
Industries
Import / Export + 9 more
Investment Size
USD 100 K - 10 Mn
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President, Financial Services

Corporate Acquirer in Knoxville, USA

Interests: Looking to acquire/invest in businesses with positive cash flow and healthy net margins that need capital infusion and/or access to line of credit to obtain greater growth opportunities in the US. 1) Financial Services companies. 2) Construction. 3) Manufacturing. 4) Health Care, Assisted Living home care, 5) Nutritional Supplement Industry.
Background: We provided working capital, supply chain/material purchasing, and back office support services to the construction industry for over 20 years. We are a real estate investment/holding company. We specialize in helping companies with their working capital and back office to maximize profits by optimizing purchasing power and early pay discounts.
8.4 / 10
Locations
USA + 3 more
Industries
Arms and Ammunitions + 5 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 5 Mn
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President, Financial Services

Corporate Acquirer in Knoxville, USA

Interests: Looking to acquire/invest in businesses with positive cash flow and healthy net margins that need capital infusion and/or access to line of credit to obtain greater growth opportunities in the US. 1) Financial Services companies. 2) Construction. 3) Manufacturing. 4) Health Care, Assisted Living home care, 5) Nutritional Supplement Industry.
Background: We provided working capital, supply chain/material purchasing, and back office support services to the construction industry for over 20 years. We are a real estate investment/holding company. We specialize in helping companies with their working capital and back office to maximize profits by optimizing purchasing power and early pay discounts.
8.4 / 10
Knoxville
Locations
USA + 3 more
Industries
Arms and Ammunitions + 5 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 5 Mn
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Interests: I am interested in acquiring businesses in Europe across a wide range of sectors including freight & logistics, finance, healthcare, technology, building & construction, food & beverage, education, travel & leisure, textiles, and business services.
Background: Turnaround private equity fund that provides flexible capital and seeks out complex situations in which its capital, strategic and operational support enhance value for all stakeholders. In 2021, we held a €140 million final close for its debut fund, with capital commitments from prominent institutional investors, pension funds, and family offices.
7.2 / 10
Locations
Europe
Industries
Freight & Logistics + 11 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 65 Mn
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Financial Analyst, Commercial Finance Consulting And Private Banking

Corporate Acquirer in Indianapolis, USA

Interests: Established businesses with growth potential and healthy revenue run rate. Preferably looking for a debt-free business with physical assets and not interested in business where the seller is looking to exit.
Background: We are a multi-strategy firm. We invest in distressed debt portfolios, small business, distressed mortgages, high growth companies and real estate properties. As a capital management and advisory firm, we focus on the expansion of our portfolio acquisitions while also serving our portfolio companies. We provide advisory debt capital to clients with commercial real estate, corporate finance, small business, and equipment financing needs through its multiple lending platforms with over 200 registered lenders. Product lines include: 1. Unsecured Lines of Credit. 2. Revenue Based Lines of Credit. 3. Revenue Based Advance. 4. Merchant Cash Advance. 5. Business Lines of Credit. 6. Inventory Financing. 7. Purchase Order Financing. 8. Equipment Leasing. 9. Accounts Receivables Factoring. 10. CMBS loans. 11. Agency loans. 12. Fixed Income. 13. Bridge Financing. Help small-medium size businesses, investors and entrepreneurs raise capital for; - Working Capital. - Acquisitions. - Expansion. - Start-Ups.
6.7 / 10
Locations
USA
Industries
Database Software + 22 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 2 Mn
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Proprietor, Appliances Retail Store

Corporate Acquirer in Rajgarh, India

Interests: We are particularly focused on scalable women's clothing, apparel, and accessories businesses in the Gurgaon area with lower capital expenditure requirements. We are looking for opportunities that boast strong working capital turnover to ensure quick returns on investments. We are eager to partner with entrepreneurs who share a passion for innovative fashion solutions that cater to the evolving needs of modern women.
Background: We are a leading retail appliances store, that prioritizes efficiency and optimized processes to ensure our operations are cost-effective and maximize turnover. Our is on developing capital-efficient systems that drive high rotation in our inventory.
6.3 / 10
Locations
Gurgaon
Industries
Women's Clothing + 1 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 3 Mn
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Head Of Global New Business Initiatives

Corporate Acquirer in Delhi, India

Interests: Logistics / Trading, Power & Resources, Internet & Media and Credit & Capital Servicing.
Background: We are a diversified investment group operating across four verticals, Logistics / Trading, Power & Resources, Internet & Media and Credit & Capital Servicing. We take equity / debt positions in distressed companies and actively work to restructure them and turn them around.
7 / 10
Locations
India + 6 more
Industries
Cafes + 14 more
Investment Size
USD 240 K - 1.2 Mn
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Director, Trader Of Readymade Garments

Corporate Acquirer in Delhi, India

Interests: Investment Criteria. 1. Location: New Delhi & NCR. 2. Business Age: Minimum 5 years. 3. Revenue Range: ₹2 crore to ₹50 crore, incremental over years. 4. Profitability: Minimum 15% EBITDA margin every year. 5. Complexity: Simple business model; no biotechnology, R&D, or tech-heavy processes. 6. Competition: Low to moderate – not a hyper-competitive market. 7. Owner Dependency: Business must have independent middle/top management and SOPs. 8. Scalability: Ability to grow through pan-India distribution network or sourcing operations. 9. Risk: Customer concentration should be less than 10% (less revenue per customer) Businesses we are not interested in: • Businesses with debt, no growth capital, or no working capital. • Trendy or seasonal fashion startups. • Poor cash flow (monthly, annually) • High capital expenditure businesses (buildings, machinery, vehicles, equipment) Target Sectors: 1. Uniform/Workwear Supplier. • Description: School, factory, and hospital uniforms. 2. Bedsheet Supplier. • Description: Blanket & bed sheet supplier for institutions (hospitals, hotels, hostels, NGOs, schools) Why These Sectors Fit: • Low style risk, bulk orders. • In-house departments for better control: O Cutting (optional) O Quality control team. O Finishing. O Dispatching. Note: This approach makes the business asset-light and flexible. Outsourced Processes: Bulk stitching. Leveraging Acquisitions. 1. Cost-Saving Synergies. • Centralized Accounting & HR: Eliminate duplicate functions; use in-house finance/admin team. • Shared Warehousing & Dispatch: Reduce logistics costs by co-locating inventory. • Vendor Consolidation: Use bulk purchase power for lower raw material and packaging costs. • Unified Technology/ERP: Run both businesses on one system for finance, CRM, and inventory management. • Shared Marketing Team: Consolidate efforts; manage campaigns centrally. 2. Revenue Growth Synergies. • Cross-Sell to Existing Clients: O If acquiring a uniform/workwear company → Offer uniforms to existing 5,000+ retailer/wholesaler contacts.
Background: I am a second-generation owner in my family business. We operate a pan-India B2B garment sourcing network with 15+ branches. We bring deep domain knowledge in garment trading, vendor development, and institutional sales. I am particularly interested in acquiring stable businesses where I can unlock value through distribution synergies, cost optimisation, and process standardisation. While this is my first acquisition, I have a clear strategy and access to capital.
7.9 / 10
Locations
India
Industries
Industrial Clothing + 2 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 117 K
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Interests: Interested in Cloud ERP, Software Development, Construction Industry and Software Companies.
Background: We are an innovative private equity investment house based in San Antonio, TX. Preparing to launch our signature private equity, Fund, targeting select opportunities in venture capital, growth capital, platform investments, and innovating companies in the world’s most attractive segments. Several high-potential assets have been pre-selected, and we are currently in the final stages of both fund formation and screening of some of the assets that will be placed in the fund.
6.8 / 10
Locations
Texas + 3 more
Industries
Cloud Software + 7 more
Investment Size
USD 250 K - 5 Mn
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Founder, Financial Advisory

Corporate Acquirer in Delhi, India

Interests: 1. Existing business model and its scalability. 2. Competition. 3. Differentiating factors.
Background: We deal with various corporates and MSMEs and aims to provide structured financing solutions to fulfill the company’s capital and growth financing needs. We focus on providing advisory services in the areas of corporate finance, capital structuring, transaction advisory, group structuring and value creation. We create a long term value by investing with knowledgeable & passionate founder team who aims to transform businesses by leveraging technology. Preferred locations India only.
7.1 / 10
Locations
USA + 13 more
Industries
Commercial Loans + 9 more
Investment Size
USD 60 K - 1.2 Mn
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Founder & CEO, Digital Marketing

Corporate Acquirer in New Delhi, India

Interests: Looking for an interesting opportunity to either take over the complete organization or with the stake and executive board position with active business handling / expansion involvement.
Background: A ) Help them restructure their capital structure. B ) Streamline operations to improve profitability. C ) Working with the promoter to raise capital or cut debt, as the case may be. D ) Working on the sale of a business where required.
7.5 / 10
Locations
India + 6 more
Industries
Bakeries + 43 more
Investment Size
USD 1.2 K - 12 Mn
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Founder, Investment Management

Corporate Acquirer in Mumbai, India

Interests: The factors we consider in business are - 1. Founders quality. 2. Working capital needs. 3. Competitive intensity. 4. Government policy. We are looking for businesses in India as the location is not a constraint.
Background: We are an investment management firm with 15 years in the field. We have invested in over 10 companies. Right now, we are focusing on electronics manufacturing companies that require capital to expand.
8.7 / 10
Locations
India + 2 more
Industries
Consumer Electronics + 8 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 2.36 Mn
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Interests: I am seeking new business opportunities where I can invest my experience, knowledge, and capital to develop strong core values, scale globally, and build a large international enterprise. I am particularly interested in ventures within media, online, entertainment, and other industries, as well as any exciting and innovative opportunities that offer potential for growth and expansion.
Background: Our company is involved in the advertising and technology sectors. I have decided to embark on a new chapter in my life by becoming the owner of my own company, with a commitment to leveraging my extensive experience and skills to build a new giant in the business world. As the former CEO of a global corporation with over 100,000 employees, I was responsible for shaping corporate strategy, pioneering innovative business models, driving digital transformation, and ensuring top-tier financial support for all operations. With more than 20 years of corporate experience, I’ve led major capital ventures, including IPOs, M&A, and public finance transactions.
7.3 / 10
Locations
USA + 3 more
Industries
Beauty Salons + 7 more
Investment Size
USD 200 K - 2 Mn
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CIO And Principal, Investments

Corporate Acquirer in Chennai, India

Interests: Any business which requires restructuring or raising capital.
Background: Currently run a fund which manages money by investing in listed companies. The advisory unit works with private companies and SMEs on the following. A ) Help them restructure their capital structure. B ) Streamline operations to improve profitability. C ) Working with the promoter to raise capital or cut debt, as the case may be. D ) Working on sale of a business where required.
6.9 / 10
Locations
Tamil Nadu + 9 more
Industries
Automotive Accessories + 31 more
Investment Size
USD 97 K - 1.2 Mn
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