Investors in Rio Rico

Interests: Profitable for at least 2 years, scalability, Southwest US location preferred, ownership to stay on through transition.

Background: I am a serial entrepreneur. I have started a number of companies. The most recent is a technical research company which I started and grew it from 2 to 135 full-time engineers and scientists.

Interests: We like businesses that we can grow and add value to. We will also consult for equity in certain situations.

Background: I solve problems on both the financial and operations side. The bigger the issues, the bigger my team and I shine. We look at a combination of equity and pay for a lot of the deals we do, or we may just buy the business outright. I am straightforward and blunt in my dealings and can make decisions quickly. The level of detail I am provided helps en to do this, so if the level of details is not there, most likely I will pass.

Interests: Desired Business Qualities: We target niche enterprises that elevate and transform products and services through sustainable, quality-driven growth. Our approach centers on excellence in product development, strategic partnerships, nurturing talent, and optimized operations. We champion a culture rooted in teamwork, integrity, mutual growth, and a commitment to lean, quality-focused practices. 1. Business Model. • Simplicity: Clear understanding of revenue generation, customer acquisition, and supply chain operations. • EBITDA: $600k-$2m. 2. Experience Alignment. • Core Expertise: • Product development emphasizes innovation, color management, and design. • Global sourcing and supply chain management. • US/Canada third-party sales and distribution. • Categories: • Preferred: Consumer goods such as gifts, offices, housewares, groceries, and niche CPG. • Secondary: Niche B2B manufacturers or distributors. Examples: specialty printing (packaging, labeling, industrial, HIPAA compliant), promotional product manufacturing, barware manufacturing, and regional heritage foods. • Exclusions: Highly technical products, regulatory-heavy sectors, ecommerce/Amazon dependencies. 3. Product Differentiation: • Focus: Mastery over a specific product category. • Unique Selling Points: Proprietary, patented, or premium differentiation. • Desired: Missed by customers is no longer available. 4. Sales Channels: • B2B Focus: • National diversified customer base with long-term recurring relationships. • Robust sales rep or distributor network. • No more than 15% revenue from a single customer. • (Preferred) Potential for export growth. • B2C (Secondary) should constitute 30% or less of total business (including DTC channels). 5. Team Dynamics: • Leadership: Owner-involved, with a general manager in place to ensure the business can operate effectively without the owner's constant presence. • Stability: Low turnover rates. 6. Financial Health: • Profitability: Consistent earnings over time. • Growth Pattern: Steady, gradual growth is preferred over rapid expansion. • Exit Strategy: Hold and grow, 10-year exit horizon. 7. Location Considerations: • Target regions: West, Southwest, and Southeast, including Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Minnesota, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, Utah, and Washington.

Background: I grew up in the book and gift business and have 20+ years of professional experience in retail merchandising, marketing, product development, and licensing across multiple categories including, stationery, art supplies, books, and giftware in mass and mid-tier retail channels. I was with a top 125 global licensing company and managed over 200 licenses in stationery, gift, and home textiles categories and consulted for a range of retail and manufacturing clients. His superpower is helping people and businesses bring order to chaos by surfacing and bringing to life thoughtfully designed, but simple solutions that get the job done.

Interests: Looking for businesses with positive cash flow and hard assets. Interested in companies looking to scale or sell. Must have a strong experienced management team for investments. We prioritize businesses in healthcare (mental and behavioural) and real, businesses with contracts with the government, and businesses with clear exit strategies.

Background: I am a serial entrepreneur and founder in civic and social organizations. I am passionate about making a positive impact in my community. I am open to any location as location is not a criteria.

Interests: We are interested in a flight training Institute.

Background: Pilot training center in the USA since 1940. We provide outstanding and accredited aircraft training.

Interests: A business that is in event, entertainment & sports industry where I can use my experience to build on the success of the existing business.

Background: MBA graduate from the University of North Carolina Kenan-Flagler Business School. Have over 15 years experience planning and producing events ranging in size from 10 people to 25,000 people in the Scottsdale area. Also, working as a professor in an event and facility management college.

Interests: Growing digital marketing business that is futuristic and evolving.

Background: IT professional, working in the USA over the past 12 years. I am also associated with my family business that is into the IT sector. Looking for a good business for my brother who is the founder of a technology services firm.

Interests: Looking for merger partners that can use what we have to enhance their business and grow ours. We are not control freaks and control our voting stock totally which can be passed on.

Background: We are a full-service, certified electrical contractors helping with every level of installation of solar panels.

Interests: Looking for a rug cleaning business or cleaning equipment manufacturing company in the US for expansion.

Background: I am the owner of a rug manufacturing and retail company.

Interests: IT services, good & established, recurring clients, revenue, profit margin, track record, execution, and talent.

Background: I am representing my company on the platform. We are an application development company.

Interests: Key factors would be the ROI margin and growth potential.

Background: Doctor of Philosophy and MBA graduate. I am originally from the Philippines but working in USA for more than 20 years now. I have work experience in finance roles within industries like IT, manufacturing and professional services.

Interests: Growing a portfolio of products for US and EU markets to include GMP manufacturing facilities acquisitions.

Background: We are focused on marketing and sales of medical products in the US and Canadian markets, and now extending into certain European countries.

Interests: Searching for a stable preschool as I am passionate about teaching and helping students.

Background: I have more than 12 years of experience in architecture and construction. I am looking to build on my passion for preschool education by receiving certifications and experience with interested businesses that I can grow to be a part of.

Interests: - I am looking for a viable business opportunity related to hospitality or the travel sector. - Profitable business with a good return on investment. - Will invest in my own personal space.

Background: I have been working as a plant manager for a renowned sports construction company. I have over 27 years of experience.

Interests: Vision and roadmap to profitability will be analyzed. Business should have a top quality team.

Background: We are a business consulting firm assisting with branding, prepare business plans, fundraising & design services. We have an extensive network of banks, VC's, and PE's that we work with on deals.