Investors in State of São Paulo

Interests: - Positive EBITDA. - Active clients. - Optional: Owning some assets in real estate like office or building.

Background: I am looking for an acquisition in the space of SaaS, deep tech (AI, IoT, blockchain)

Interests: We are considering the following options for cooperation with the catering services companies: - Buying the whole company; - Buying a larger share of the company, and the remaining share is for the managing partner; - Setting up a joint venture company, but on-site-management is at the expense of the partner.

Background: Our company was founded in 2005 and is the top Russian food service operator active in most catering segments including industrial catering, institutional catering (education and healthcare sectors) and inflight catering. Every day, more than 5,000 employees turn out meals for over 700 organizations in Russia, Kazakhstan, Serbia, Türkiye and Armenia. We are trusted to serve international events such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit, International Exposition Expo 2017 Astana, and the 2018 FIFA World Cup. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we served meals to 14,000 people in the red zone. Our mission: is to help people be healthy throughout their lifetime by eating a tasty and balanced diet. Therefore, we are committed to continuously improving the services it offers to its clients. Adherence to social values and sustainable development lies at the heart of the company’s activities. Our goal is to build a strong international network and become the biggest global food service operator.

Interests: I am looking for profitable investment opportunities in any industry. The company should be profitable and well-established.

Background: I am a tech startup entrepreneur. I am looking for investment opportunities in the USA and overseas.

Interests: We support our clients in identifying and evaluating potential acquisitions.

Background: We are a Mexican professional services firm, which includes M&A financial advisory, auditing and tax and legal consulting to national and multinational corporations, institutions and government entities. We do not charge an upfront fee. We usually charge only a success fee when closing the deal. A few times we are able to charge retainer a when evaluating a deal, but usually just a success fee. We have clients in South America, the US and Mexico.

Interests: High ROI, niche markets and multi industry compatibility.

Background: Individual investor with ties to Brazil by way of marriage. I have had multiple years of experience in operations at bars and restaurants.

Interests: Ability to operate smoothly and ability to communicate. Businesses that I particularly like are hospitality but I am not strictly industry-specific. Teams that are well-rounded and can operate well make me more inclined to buy. I would like to learn more about the operations to make a decision.

Background: I have experience in the hospitality and marketing sector.

Interests: - Financial Health and Performance. Profitability and Revenue Trends: Examine the financial statements to understand the historical performance and revenue trends of the business. Analyze factors such as growth, consistency, and profitability over time. Debts and Liabilities: Assess the company's liabilities, outstanding debts, and financial obligations. Understanding the financial health will help you gauge the potential risks and liabilities associated with the acquisition. - Market Conditions and Industry Trends: Industry Analysis: Research the industry in which the business operates. Understand the current market conditions, growth potential, and any emerging trends that could impact the business. Assess how well the business is positioned within its industry. - Legal and Regulatory Compliance: Due Diligence on Contracts and Agreements: Review all existing contracts, agreements, and legal obligations of the business. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Identify any potential legal issues that might affect the acquisition. - Operational Processes and Management: Operational Efficiency: Evaluate the efficiency of the current operational processes. Identify any areas for improvement and assess the scalability of the business. Management Team: Examine the qualifications and experience of the existing management team. Consider how well the team can adapt to new ownership and whether key personnel will remain with the business post-acquisition. - Customer Base and Reputation: Customer and Client Relationships: Analyze the customer base and the relationships the business has built. Understand customer loyalty, satisfaction levels, and potential risks associated with customer turnover. Reputation Management: Assess the overall reputation of the business within its industry and community. A positive reputation can be an asset, while a negative one may pose challenges in the transition.

Background: We are full-service M&A Advisory firm with global reach, in-depth market insight, and broad execution capabilities. We develop a unique perspective across our lines of business.

Interests: 1. Financial Health: - Revenue and profit margins. - Cash flow. - Debt levels. - Financial projections. 2. Market Potential: - Size of the target market. - Growth trends in the industry. - Competition analysis. 3. Management Team: - Experience and track record of the leadership team. - Management's vision and strategy. 4. Unique Value Proposition: - Differentiation from competitors. - Strength of the brand. - Intellectual property and technology. 5. Scalability: - Potential for expansion and growth. - Adaptability to changing market conditions. 6. Regulatory Environment: - Compliance with laws and regulations. - Understanding of potential regulatory risks. 7. Customer Base: - Customer retention rates. - Customer satisfaction. - Diversification of customer base. 8. Operational Efficiency: - Efficiency of production processes. - Supply chain management. - Technology infrastructure. 9. Industry Trends: - Awareness of current and future trends. - Ability to adapt to industry changes. 10. Risks and Challenges: - Identification and mitigation of potential risks. - Analysis of industry-specific challenges. 11. Corporate Culture and Ethics: - Alignment of values with potential investors or acquirers. - Ethical business practices.

Background: I am a product director in a software development firm and I am interested in investing in the food industry. I can also help with my knowledge of product led growth.

Interests: I look for EBITDA, assets for the business, customer base, productivity peaks and spikes during the year, number of partners/employees/freelancers, business capabilities, business expertise, and business expenses. I look for businesses that can expand versatility or become a pillar in their field and their location.

Background: I own a biotechnology software company legally registered in Binghamton, New York under 10 years old. It helps to create custom tools and processes to improve healthcare and biomedical research & development operations. It works with businesses, non-profits, and government organizations in various fields such as machine learning, AI, bio-informatics, environmental science, aviation, public safety, and more.

Interests: - Disrupting large market (s) - Dynamic team DNA. - A clarity of purpose business plan. - Demonstrative structured thinking. - Mission-critical focused. - Sustainable development curve. - Immunity to uncertainty. - Cash flow positive. - Sustainable revenue growth. - EBITDA margins above 20% - 3 years historical financials (audited) - Capable of delivering multiple solution shots against multiple pain points to score multiple goals. - Surgical deployment of capital. - Compelling financial model with accelerated cash flow potential.

Background: Our company is a buy-side platform technology company, harnessing buy-side idea generation, information technology, and multimedia content distribution as a truly uniquely positioned emerging markets business intelligence company. A niche market player in the value creation chain of today's emerging and frontier equity growth markets. Our institutional equity analysis and accredited contributor research can be found on world-leading professional financial market platforms; which include Thomson Reuters, Reuters Eikon, S&P Capital IQ, Dow Jones Factiva, and FactSetamong many others. Our buy-side clients are a select group of private equity funds, hedge funds, mutual funds, fund of funds, investment banks, pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, and venture capital firms with established performance metrics. We work for our buy-side clients on special situation intelligence in select regional capital markets on mid-priced equity idea generation, deal sourcing, and network introductions which often include the bankers, deal teams, and the C-Suite executives representing value-gapped equities within emerging markets and frontier markets. We will charge both the upfront and success fees.

Interests: Does not have to align with previous personal experience or line of business. Expansion of knowledge, service, and product, looking to learn and seeking adventure.

Background: Looking to expand my business in recruiting government employees in the Dutch Caribbean. I want to diversify. I am interested in learning if this could be my next step.

Interests: I am a business broker interested in a variety of industries such as oil and gas, freight and logistics, apparel stores, energy, healthcare, technology, and more. My services are available in São Paulo, Portugal, Spain, and Brazil, and I require information about the amount to be invested.

Background: I am an owner of a business brokerage firm with 13 years of experience in commercial work and 4 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions.

Interests: Our law firm is interested in partnering with profitable businesses in the State of Minas Gerais, Brazil, across a range of industries including, coal, integrated oil & gas, oil & gas exploration & production, freight & logistics, apparel stores, electronic equipment, energy, industrial, finance, healthcare, technology, industrial land, building, construction & maintenance, food & beverage, retail shops, education, logistics, media, travel & leisure, textiles, and business services. We look for companies with quality, potential for strong expansion and scalability.

Background: We operate a law firm. Our law firm represents national and international investors who want to buy, invest, tighten capital.

Interests: I am looking to invest in a business in the healthcare, retail, education, travel & leisure, business services, and water purifiers industries. I am particularly interested in businesses located outside of France, as I want to invest in other countries. The business should be trustworthy.

Background: I am the founder of a school specializing in educational services and services related to the education sector. With years of experience in the education industry, I am an experienced individual investor and buyer. My expertise lies in identifying and investing in high-potential investments and assets that have great potential to generate returns. I strive to make sound financial decisions and provide my clients with the best possible investments.

Interests: I need to see: - P&L. - Balance sheet. - CFF. - Evidence of current active customer base, recent paid invoices etc. - Website URL.

Background: CEO with extensive experience in the IT and business management industries. Have worked in the IT/managed services provider market for a number of years, and have recently expanded interests to other sectors.