Investment Parameters
We look to partner with established, profitable companies that have a proven business model, sustainable competitive position and identifiable growth prospects.
Business Sectors:
- Industrial product manufacturing and “high-value” distribution,
- niche consumer products
- and, closely related business-to-business services
Operating History:
- 5+ years operating experience
- Quality, branded or highly engineered product preferred, with limited warranty exposure
Management Focus:
- CEO's who have successfully delivered a culture of performance based upon a supportable business plan or strategy
- An experienced management team and/or key managers committed to staying with the company
Customer Base:
- Established base and sound relationships with key customers
- Generally void of high customer concentration and/or significant “big box” retail exposure
Revenue History:
- $5 million - $50 million
- lower revenue businesses will be considered with high cash flow margins and/or significant growth opportunities
EBITDA Profile:
- Up to $5 million, minimum of $500 thousand preferred
- Historical (or the potential for) EBITDA margins in excess of 10%
Geographic Emphasis:
- Greater Midwest
- Southeast
- Intermountain West
Areas Outside of Our Interest:
- Start-ups or early stage venture capital
- Companies with significant technology or regulatory risk