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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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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.
6.1 / 10
Locations
Europe
Industries
Freight & Logistics + 11 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 65 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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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
Rajgarh
Locations
Gurgaon
Industries
Women's Clothing + 1 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 3 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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Chief Executive Officer, Investment Firm - Home Services

Corporate Acquirer in Chicago, USA

Interests: We are looking for companies to acquire within the home services space that fit well within our deal box outlined below: 1. Geographic focus: - Target markets: Chicago suburbs with strong schools & family-friendly communities. - Elmhurst. - Glenview. - Glencoe. - Lake Forest. - Rationale: These areas provide proximity to affluent homeowners (strong service demand), excellent school districts for Val & Vivi, and a lifestyle. (No more than 30 miles outside of downtown) 2. Industry focus: - Residential plumbing, HVAC, electrical (core verticals). - Open to: Combination shops (multi-trade home services). - Avoid: Purely commercial/industrial-only service businesses (longer sales cycles, less recurring revenue). 3. Financial parameters: - Revenue range (per acquisition): USD 1 to 5 million. - EBITDA margin target: 7-15% (with room for margin improvement via systems). - Purchase price (EV): USD 1.5 to 4 million. - Valuation multiple: 3-5× EBITDA (depending on size, recurring contracts, systems). 4. Capital structure: - Immediate cash investable: USD 200 to 400 thousand (equity injection). - Follow-on capital: Up to USD 400 thousand available for post-close operations, tech upgrades, and marketing. - Deal structure preference: - Seller financing (20-40% of deal value). - SBA 7 (a) loan (with your equity + seller note covering down payment requirements). - Earnouts if the seller stays on for the transition.
Background: Our CEO is an accomplished entrepreneur and operator with a proven track record of building high-performing service-based businesses. As the founder and CEO of a cannabis consulting firm, he scaled the company from modest beginnings in 2015 into a multi-million-dollar enterprise, generating more than USD 10.1 million in gross profit and USD 5.17 million in cumulative net income over nine years. His disciplined approach to expense management, strategic reinvestment, and market expansion consistently delivered net margins of over 50%, far surpassing industry standards. His leadership mirrors the operational demands of a home service company, from managing complex project workflows and coordinating multiple teams to ensuring consistent service quality and client satisfaction across diverse markets. He has overseen substantial payroll operations, maintained lean and efficient budgets, and navigated intricate regulatory environments with precision. His ability to grow a high-margin, service-driven organisation demonstrates the same operational discipline, financial acumen, and customer-focused strategies that drive success in the home service industry. He knows what it’s like to build something from the ground up, literally. He spent seven years as a stone mason, starting as a grunt and working his way up to foreman and then owner. He began in his senior year of high school, carried it through college, and worked 40-hour workweeks while taking 12–14 credits a semester. Not a private equity guy who’s had everything handed to him. His parents are both over 70 and still working. His mom is a nurse, and his dad is a builder turned truck driver. Construction and building run in his bloodline. His professional journey started in graphic design, learning how to market a business, tell its story, and build a brand that customers remember. He worked for a marketing company focused on door-to-door sales, so he understands the grind and what it takes to earn trust face-to-face. He went on to CareerBuilder, starting in the basement, making cold calls and working his way into enterprise sales in just three years, one of the youngest in the division. From there, he spent four years with a leading change management project for medium and large companies. He learned how to implement technology, track performance, and improve operations using key performance indicators (KPIs) that matter. In 2009, he took everything he earned and bet big on the cannabis industry, well before it was safe or easy. He built multiple startups that successfully exited, including projects in Colorado, Illinois, and Michigan. He learned how to raise capital, bring in the right partners, grow enterprise value, and position a company for sale. He has been part of exits of over USD 20 million. Now, he is returning to his roots in the trades. He believes home services, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical are the future, especially as AI disrupts other industries. He knows how to protect a legacy business, grow it, and sell it at a premium. Our goal is to partner with owners who want to see their name and reputation carried forward, not stripped away by some faceless investment group.
7.5 / 10
Locations
Chicago
Industries
HVAC Equipment + 2 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 4 Mn
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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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Vice President, Investment

Corporate Acquirer in Greenwich, USA

Interests: We are focused on acquisitions of established companies in industries where fragmentation and underleveraged data create room for differentiation.
Background: We are an investment firm. Our investment team came together from firms including American Securities, Centerbridge, and Stellex Capital, and is backed by a group of family offices that have committed $250 million in initial capital with plans to invest $750 million through 2030.
8 / 10
Locations
USA
Industries
Apparel Stores + 19 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 5 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, Equity Investment

Corporate Acquirer in Mumbai, India

Interests: We invest/Acquire in small to medium size businesses that are either in their initial stages of growth or have a profile which stands out from what usual private equity firms invest in. Understanding the intricacy of this stage, our prime focus is to render apt support to businesses in terms of capital, technology and financial discipline to transform their growth trajectory.
Background: We offer strategic capital and financial services to visionary companies that have demonstrated domain expertise and have stood the test of time. Fueled by passion, we aim to optimally utilize our global presence for emerging entrepreneurs to streamline their growth trajectory. With a combined industry experience of 15 decades, our core team projects an unwavering commitment to help our clients upscale their business landscape.
8.1 / 10
Locations
Abu Dhabi + 87 more
Industries
Agriculture Consulting + 168 more
Investment Size
USD 113 K - 1.13 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.
9 / 10
Locations
India + 2 more
Industries
Consumer Electronics + 8 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 2.36 Mn
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Co-Founder, Investment Company

Corporate Acquirer in Dubai, UAE

Interests: Dynamic business leader and investor focused on building long-term partnerships and developing high-growth, globally scalable enterprises. I bring deep strategic, operational, and financial experience, supported by significant capital, to help founders establish strong core values and transform their ventures into international companies. Our current strategic focus is on investing across the F&B value chain — from farming, trading, and processing to manufacturing and distribution — with the goal of building a vertically integrated, world-class business.
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.
9.5 / 10
Locations
USA + 10 more
Industries
Agriculture Wholesale + 15 more
Investment Size
USD 200 K - 2 Mn
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Chief Executive Officer, Investment Management

Corporate Acquirer in Zürich, Switzerland

Interests: We apply a strict value Investing lens to every opportunity. Here are the specific factors we prioritize: Durable Economic Moats: We look for businesses with high switching costs, strong brand loyalty, or proprietary IP that protects them from competitors. - High Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): We prioritize firms that generate significant profit relative to the capital they deploy, indicating efficient management and a strong market position. - Cash Flow & Pricing Power: The business must demonstrate consistent free cash flow and the ability to raise prices without losing customers (an "inflation shield"). Businesses We Like: - "Boring" Niche Manufacturing: Essential components or industrial parts where they are the market leader in a small pond. - Specialised Financial Services: High-margin asset management or fintech with high recurring revenue. - B2B Infrastructure: Mission-critical services that companies cannot easily turn off. Businesses We Dislike: - Speculative Tech/Biotech: Pre-revenue "moonshots" where the value is based on future hype rather than current cash flows. - Commodity Retail: Businesses with no brand loyalty that compete solely on price, leading to razor-thin margins.
Background: Our company is a Zurich-based investment company developing a new standard for how M&A deals are identified, analysed, and executed. Our platform integrates advanced software with institutional-grade workflows to reduce costs, accelerate deal timelines, and expand the volume of viable acquisition opportunities for small to mid-sized investment funds, family offices, and institutional investors. In short, we are building the infrastructure to reshape and disrupt how European M&A is processed, while allocating revenue from M&A closing fees into a portfolio of public and private equity to drive long-term growth and income generation.
8.6 / 10
Locations
USA + 9 more
Industries
Apparel Stores + 19 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 100 Mn
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Managing Director, Real Estate Investment Firm

Corporate Acquirer in Toronto, Canada

Interests: We invest in businesses that are: cash-flowing, asset-backed, control-oriented, operationally improvable, scalable with discipline and positioned for multiple exits. I avoid businesses that are: Speculative, overhyped, governance-light, dependent on external validation or future capital.
Background: We are a privately held investment firm with a growing and diversified portfolio spanning real estate, hospitality, and alternative assets across North America. I lead the firm’s investment strategy, capital deployment, and portfolio operations, combining institutional discipline with entrepreneurial agility to build enduring value. An accomplished investor and entrepreneur, I founded and backed companies across healthcare, renewable energy, consumer, and technology sectors. I am an active investor in a growing Canadian healthcare platform, and co-founder of one of Canada’s leading renewable energy firms. My investment philosophy is rooted in partnership, stewardship, and thoughtful risk-taking, with a focus on creating durable enterprises that generate lasting impact for investors, partners, and communities.
8.3 / 10
Locations
Ontario
Industries
Commercial Real Estate + 1 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 50 Mn
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