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Marketing Manager, IT Services

Individual Buyer in Bengaluru, India

Interests: - I prefer profitable, reasonably priced businesses with stable operations, run by genuine and passionate owners who are compelled to sell due to factors beyond their control. - Want to back both the business and the founder’s original vision and values, and I am attracted to food and retail concepts in good locations.
Background: I am a marketing manager with a solid background in IT services. I switched from running my own stationery business to working in corporate roles for about 20 years. Now, I am looking to dive back into entrepreneurship and am keen on acquiring businesses in Bengaluru, especially along Kanakapura Road. With my strong marketing skills and operational know-how, I am ready to help these businesses grow and reach their potential.
8.6 / 10
Locations
Bengaluru + 1 more
Industries
Bakeries + 30 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 43 K
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Partner, Business Consulting

Individual Buyer in Hopkinton, USA

Interests: 1. Revenue up to 10m. 2. 10% to 20% EBITDA. 3. Business preferences are automation (industrial, warehouse and robotics), technology, industrial services, packaging, pulp and paper, general manufacturing, transportation and logistics preferably in the New England area but also open to northeast and southeast in general. 4. Seller financing is preferred but not necessary.
Background: Summary of expertise. 1. FP&A. 2. Fully integrated financial modelling to support strategic decisions. 3. Automated and detailed monthly financial reporting package. 4. Monthly/quarterly management team and board reporting. 5. Annual budgeting and budget presentation materials. 6. Profitability by customer, product/service, geography, and other variables. 7. All-encompassing P&L forecasting and variance analysis. 8. Best in class 13-week cash flow forecasting. 9. Real-time hourly/daily/weekly cash reporting. 10. Industry-leading KPI, dashboard and automated reporting using a data-driven approach to optimize decision-making. 11. Maximizing existing tools and new tools like Power BI to provide maximum business visibility. 12. Combine predictive and trend analysis to enable clients to optimize resource planning and management. 13. Capital expenditure and ROI analysis. 14. Working capital and cash management analysis. 15. Synergy and restructuring analysis. ➢ Finance & Accounting. 16. Month-end close establishment and process improvement. 17. Percentage of completion accounting WIP optimization. 18. Project accounting/finance. 19. Standard cost optimization. 20. Cost reductions and optimization initiatives and processes. 21. Intercompany cleanup. 22. General ledger cleaning and optimization. 23. Set up accurate and timely reconciliations. 24. Internal & external audit support and management. 25. Payroll optimization. 26. Financial health check. 27. Implementing revenue and cost processes and policies. 28. Balance sheet reconciliation & clean up. 29. General accounting support. 30. Evaluate and build teams per client’s needs. ➢ Operations. 31. Evaluation of current processes and identify areas of continuous improvement. 32. Implementing processes & policies to optimize output and increase efficiency and productivity. 33. Maximize ROI on labour costs with targeted metrics and actions to increase efficiency and maximize utilization. 34. Project management – Implement consistent processes to ensure on-time and under-budget completion of projects. 35. Implement quality control measures to maximize customer satisfaction and minimize the cost of double handling. 36. Hands-on approach to assessing costs across the board to identify opportunities to increase margins. 37. Inventory management including implementation of inventory systems as needed. 38. Initiate and implement supply chain processes and traits to ensure optimal deliverables while increasing margins. Target major costs such as materials, labour, freight etc. 39. Resource management – Utilize predictive analytics to ensure the business is always appropriately staffed. 40. Define and set up KPIs to improve productivity, quality, and lead times. 41. Increase the fluidity of communication between operations and other departments like sales, customer service and sales to improve the final output. ➢ Sales & Sales Operations. 42. Evaluate the current sales structure to identify areas of continuous improvement. 43. Increase visibility to sales performance by salesperson, product/service, geography, and other variables. 44. Assess, review, and propose sales compensation plans to align with the goals of the client. 45. Propose and implement tools and processes to maximize sales efficiencies and increase the close rate. 46. Work closely with the customer service team to optimize the customer experience. 47. Improve current CRM’s performance by implementing processes to optimize the CRM functionality. 48. Suggest KPIs to track the weekly and monthly performance of salespeople and the customer. 49. Review sale terms & conditions to minimize client’s exposure. 50. Increase visibility to current and upcoming trends to stay at the forefront of the market needs. 51. Initiate business development processes to pre-qualify potential customers and maximize efficiency and close rates. ➢ Acquisition & Integration. 52. Assess acquisition fit to conform with the vision of the client. 53. Review potential acquisitions business operations and financials to give more visibility to the client. 54. Prepare & implement a fully loaded integration plan to integrate financials, sales, operation, HR, legal, technology etc. 55. Asses overlap in costs to find avenues to consolidate to maximize the value of the acquisition. 56. Identify increased sales opportunities with the combined strengths of the client and the acquired company. 57. Identify operations opportunities with the combined strengths of the client and the acquired company. To minimize costs and maximize efficiencies. • Consolidation of systems. 58. Sell side – For clients looking to sell the business or bring in new capital. 59. Assess potential market opportunities. 60. Gather and prepare client information as needed to assist with the transaction. ➢ Information Technology. 61. ERP Implementation – Evaluate the ideal solution, set up a timeline, budget, and targets as per the client’s needs and manage the project from idea to inception. 62. Assess current ERP usage and implement changes as needed to maximize functionality. 63. Consolidation of ERPs across divisions and new acquisitions. 64. CRM Implementation - Evaluate the ideal solution, set up a timeline, budget, and targets as per the client’s needs and manage the project from idea to inception. 65. Assess current CRM usage and implement changes as needed to maximize functionality. 66. Train current staff on optimal usage of MS Suite (Excel, word, PowerPoint, project etc. ). 67. Set up a client’s security and IT profile, policies & procedures.
5.8 / 10
Locations
Connecticut + 5 more
Industries
Freight & Logistics + 4 more
Investment Size
USD 100 K - 4 Mn
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Director, Accounting And Finance

Individual Investor in Preston, UK

Interests: I am looking to establish a profitable business, and someone wants to sell fully or partially, and the business can be run by a team or is looking for a strategic partner who can acquire the shares and help them grow. Businesses must be profitable and potential to grow.
Background: I am an entrepreneur managing multiple businesses in the UK. Some of these ventures I have built from the ground up, while in others, I operate as a partner where the day-to-day operations are handled by my associates, and I oversee the financial aspects. Additionally, I work as a strategic partner, contributing to long-term planning, business development, and overall growth strategy.
6.6 / 10
Locations
UAE + 2 more
Industries
Accounting Firms + 1 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 2.12 Mn
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Director, Accounting And Finance

Individual Investor in Preston, UK

Interests: I am looking to establish a profitable business, and someone wants to sell fully or partially, and the business can be run by a team or is looking for a strategic partner who can acquire the shares and help them grow. Businesses must be profitable and potential to grow.
Background: I am an entrepreneur managing multiple businesses in the UK. Some of these ventures I have built from the ground up, while in others, I operate as a partner where the day-to-day operations are handled by my associates, and I oversee the financial aspects. Additionally, I work as a strategic partner, contributing to long-term planning, business development, and overall growth strategy.
6.6 / 10
Preston
Locations
UAE + 2 more
Industries
Accounting Firms + 1 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 2.12 Mn
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Quality Engineer, Batteries Manufacturer

Individual Buyer in Stockholm, Sweden

Interests: I'm looking for a business that makes an interesting and valuable product/s that I can help sell/market in Sweden/EU.
Background: I am a permanent resident of Sweden currently working in a large Swedish battery company. Having worked in Sweden for 4 years now, I am now looking to use my knowledge and network in the Swedish market to start my venture or join a venture to level up in my professional career. I am a mechanical and industrial engineer by education and a quality engineer by profession. Having worked with product development and manufacturing, I am looking forward to foray into a venture where I can put my knowledge and experience to good use.
6.6 / 10
Locations
Stockholm County + 1 more
Industries
Machine Tools + 2 more
Investment Size
USD 1 K - 50 K
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Interests: The company should have products made from natural ingredients. The company should be making profits. I would like to look for opportunities anywhere in Haryana, because I have relatives and connections here.
Background: I run a retail store with my father, where I sell only natural products. I want to expand my business to sell more and more natural products. I'm going to invest in my personal capacity.
6.6 / 10
Locations
Haryana + 1 more
Industries
Household Products
Investment Size
Upto USD 2.4 K
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Owner, Automotive Procurement Services

Individual Buyer in Noida, India

Interests: I am interested in acquiring businesses in the steel, fabricated metal products, transportation, automotive accessories, auto component, and IT services industries located in Noida, Delhi, or Gurgaon, as these locations are close by. I am seeking precision machined set-ups, running businesses, and opportunities where the promoter is retiring or relocating and is ready to sell immediately.
Background: I am an experienced industry professional with a 20-year background in automotive procurement services, having worked in management roles for various multinational corporations. For the past 4 years, I have been running my own business in the auto sector, leveraging my extensive experience and network to drive success in the industry.
7.9 / 10
Locations
Delhi + 6 more
Industries
Automotive Accessories + 10 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 480 K
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Interests: I’m disciplined about buying durable, cash-generative, contract-based service businesses. Below are the specific factors I screen for, plus examples of businesses I like and avoid. 1) What I look for (and how I assess it) - Revenue quality & durability. - ≥70% recurring/contracted revenue, multi-year MSAs with renewal history. - Low churn, clear SLA/KPI frameworks, and step-up/escalation clauses. - Margin health. - EBITDA margin 12–20% (higher if niche/complex). - Contract-level gross margin reporting; no structural loss-making contracts. - Cash conversion. - DSO ≤60 days, DPO aligned; clean AR ageing; 90-day debtors. - Limited bad-debt history and predictable payroll/consumables cadence. - Concentration risk. - Top client ~ 30% of revenue; top 3 ~ 60% - No single contract expiry that jeopardises the year. - People & key-person continuity. - Stable ops leadership willing to stay 6–12 months. - Documented processes; minimal “tribal knowledge. ” - Compliance & reputation. - Clean record with regulators (example - BCA/SCDF/NEA/ISO/bizSAFE where relevant). - Appropriate insurance (WICA, public liability, PI). - Capex & asset cycle. - Low to moderate capex needs; assets in good condition; no big replacement cliff in 12–24 months. Working capital & liquidity. - At least 3 months of operating cash at completion, or a price true-up/working-capital adjustment. - Access to an undrawn WC line for timing gaps. - Operational systems. - Use of CMMS/ERP/ticketing, basic dashboards (SLA compliance, first-time fix, margin by contract). - Growth & defensibility. - Clear upsell/cross-sell (retrofits, energy efficiency, compliance upgrades). - Some moat: certifications, skilled crews, response times, relationship depth. - Deal hygiene. - Straightforward SPA, 3–6 month structured handover, 3-year non-compete/non-solicit. - Openness to seller financing/earn-out tied to EBITDA or renewals. - Valuation in a sensible band (typically 4–6× EBITDA, higher if growth/quality warrants). 2) Businesses I like (Singapore context) - Integrated facilities management / hard & soft FM (M&E, HVAC, fire safety, cleaning, landscaping) with multi-site contracts. - Technical maintenance services (chillers/cooling towers, building automation/BMS, energy retrofits). - Regulated essential services (pest control, waste management) where certifications matter. - B2B field services with route density and repeat schedules (Example - Hygiene, water treatment). - Niche healthcare services networks with recurring corporate contracts (not single-doctor dependent). Asset-light logistics support (Example, last-mile B2B service & maintenance, not speculative fleet ownership). - Why: sticky contracts, operational levers I can improve, steady cash conversion, and scope to professionalize (dashboards, pricing, procurement). 3) Businesses I avoid (or price very cautiously) Single-site F&B or fashion retail (footfall/seasonality risk, high churn). - Project-only contractors with lumpy revenue and weak backlog. - Commodity trading/brokering with thin, volatile margins. Key-person clinics/consultancies without documented processes or bench depth. - Highly capex-heavy businesses with imminent replacement cliffs or tech obsolescence. - Event/marketing agencies with non-recurring spend and client concentration.
Background: Independent buyer actively seeking solid, cash-flowing businesses with strong customer relationships and operational backbone. I focus on deals where continuity and efficiency matter — not turnarounds. My acquisition process is straightforward, transparent, and numbers-driven, with an emphasis on maintaining existing teams and ensuring smooth ownership transition.
6.6 / 10
Locations
Singapore + 1 more
Industries
Blinds Manufacturing + 18 more
Investment Size
USD 390 K - 2.3 Mn
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Director, Software Services

Individual Buyer in Visnagar, India

Interests: I want to purchase a fashion & clothing company in Italy. I am okay with the companies where the owners want to sell it because the business is closed due to Covid.
Background: I am the director of an IT services company. Preferred location is Italy for diversification. I will invest in my personal capacity.
6.6 / 10
Locations
Rome
Industries
Luxury Clothing + 1 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 120 K
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Sales Manager, Insurance Agency

Individual Investor in Nandyal, India

Interests: - I am interested in investing as a silent partner in agencies that sell life, health, and motor insurance products in Andhra Pradesh. - I prefer established insurance distribution businesses where day-to-day operations are handled by the operating partner.
Background: I am an MBA graduate with around 11 years of experience in sales and marketing, primarily in the insurance domain. Currently working as a sales manager in an insurance company, with exposure to agency management and retail insurance products such as life, health, and motor. Can help a a business grow through sales strategy, local market knowledge, team management and cross-selling of multiple products, while providing capital as a silent partner.
7.4 / 10
Locations
Andhra Pradesh
Industries
Insurance Agencies + 3 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 3.2 K
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Owner, Toothbrush Heads

Individual Buyer in Leicester, UK

Interests: Want to invest in a business where I can improve on products, manufacturing, sales and systems.
Background: I have been running an electronic toothbrush trading company. We sell it via Amazon and and have a global client base. I have also been in the transformer manufacturing segment for 35 years and have honed my skills and experience and want to use those to develop and grow a electrical manufacturing company.
6.6 / 10
Locations
UK
Industries
Transformer Manufacturing
Investment Size
USD 1.27 K - 63 K
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Interests: I am interested in investing in Barbados, as I have a holiday home there.
Background: I am an auto dealer with over 33 years of experience in the UK. I started by buying and selling just one car. Now, I stock more than 1,100 cars and sell around 8,000 each year. I will invest personally.
7.5 / 10
Locations
Barbados
Industries
Used Car Dealers + 1 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 254 K
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Interests: Interested in a supermarket, grocery/retail store business, as I want to enter this sector to grow further. It should sell products that are easily supplied in Jammu Kashmir. I have a place to set up the franchise.
Background: I run a school. I have excellent administrative skills. I am good at dealing with people and I am extremely zealous. Looking for opportunities to start something new in a new sector.
6.6 / 10
Locations
Jammu and Kashmir
Industries
Convenience Stores + 3 more
Investment Size
USD 36 K - 48 K
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Director, Marketing Services

Individual Buyer in Cartersville, USA

Interests: 1. Cash flow & profitability – The business should generate steady cash flow and profits to support your investment and growth goals. 2. Low or no upfront capital requirement – Since you have limited funds, you need businesses that can be acquired using creative financing, seller financing, or leverage. 3. Scalability & growth potential – The business should have room for expansion, whether through marketing, automation, or new revenue streams. 4. Existing systems & processes – Businesses with solid operations, staff, and systems in place allow you to step in without heavy micromanagement. 5. Industry demand & stability – You want a business in an industry with consistent or growing demand, not one in decline. 6. Owner motivation to sell – Look for distressed or motivated sellers (retiring owners, struggling businesses with potential, etc. ) that allow for better deal negotiations. 7. Leverage & acquisition strategy fit – The business should align with your ability to use strategies like seller financing, earn outs, or asset-based lending to acquire it with minimal risk. 8. My investment capacity is approximately USD 3,000, with no specific location preference. I aim to make investments within a week and may require assistance with due diligence services, although no specific selection criteria have been outlined.
Background: I am an individual investor with a background as a business consultant and owner of a marketing company. I am seeking investment opportunities within the apparel manufacturing, construction, and software sectors.
6.6 / 10
Locations
Bangkok
Industries
Apparel Wholesale + 38 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 3 K
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Interests: I place strong emphasis on the founder’s competency, compliance, and the quality of production. I am prepared to invest ₹8–10 lakhs, but I would need to review the space, examine the documents, and discuss the marketing plan for both online channels and distributor networks. If I can gauge the founder’s ability to effectively sell the products, I am willing to proceed with the investment. I would also require verification of the necessary licenses, such as FSSAI and GST.
Background: I am interested in investment opportunities that can help grow my portfolio and I want to explore new ventures.
6.9 / 10
Locations
Madhubani
Industries
Snack Manufacturing + 1 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 16 K
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