CORPORATE BUYERS

A northeastern heavy equipment distributor is seeking an acquisition of synergistic businesses, preferable in the northeast, but would consider other geographic areas if relocation was an option.

 

 

Small to medium sized electronics manufacturing business seeking complimentary products and or businesses to round out it's product offerings in the process control industry.

 

 

A value-add single source contract manufacturer of fabricated metal components and assemblies seeks potential acquisitions for manufacturing companies similar and complementary to their offerings. They currently serve the OEM industrial, medical, transportation, audio, electrical, telecommunications, electronics and government sectors.

 

 

PRIVATE EQUITY/INVESTMENT GROUPS

A credit-oriented investment firm with more than $4.5 billion under management. Focused on middle market companies, invest across several segments of the primary and secondary debt capital markets with an emphasis on long term returns.

 

 

A California based private equity firm seeking investments in companies with at least $2 million of operating cash flow. Focus on acquiring profitable middle-market companies in non-technology intensive, basic industries which have significant growth potential.

 

 

A middle market investment banking firm seeking clients in revenues range from $10 to $300 million.

 

 

Mid market private equity group is seeking acquisition of middle market company. They are interested in an acquisition in global nutraceutical market, specifically on the manufacturing and distribution side. Key Criteria $5 - $20M in revenue, greater than 15% EBITDA margins, recurring revenue / high percentage of repeat business, growing industry and track record of profitability

 

 

Private equity group with majority investments in lower-middle-market companies and strong history of consistent performance. Seeking companies that have potential to grow significantly but constrained by lack of capital, operating systems, or management experience. Revenue range: $10-75 million, EBITDA: $2 million minimum and transaction size: $10-70 million.

 

 

Private equity investor in middle-market manufacturing, distribution, and service companies in both mature and growing industries. Seeking investment opportunities where the management team remains with company, but also investment opportunities where existing management teams retiring or key executives added. Criteria: Sales $20 million - $100 million and EBITDA $2 million - $20 million. Prefer low-tech manufacturing / distribution and service companies with industrial/business customer base in mature and growing industries. Continental US preferred also consider Canada.

 

 

Private equity firm seeking investments in companies with at least $2 million of operating cash flow and EBITDA margins greater than 10%. They focus on acquiring profitable middle-market companies in non-technology intensive, basic industries which have significant growth potential. Industry preference: Niche manufacturing, value-added distribution and value-added specialty services.

 

 

Investment management firm seeking to acquire privately held companies and maintain controlling interest while it assumes an active, day-to-day operational role in the acquired company. They work closely with established management and provide additional management resources and growth capital to help the acquired company achieve its full potential. No interest in turn-around situations or early-stage/start-up companies. Acquisition candidates qualify along the following criteria: $5 to $20 million of revenue and EBITDA of $1 - $5 million plus 3+-year history of profitability. Interested in specialty insurance, business services, and healthcare.

 

 

Private equity firm that seeks to acquire companies or invest in growth equity situations in the middle market. They are transformational investors who seek to invest in and partner with talented management teams to create long-term value for all stakeholders. Revenue $10 million to $180 million and investment size: $3 million to $40 million. Areas of special interest: industrial light manufacturing, value-added distribution and logistics, scientific and analytical instruments, metals-based manufacturing, plastic-based products and selected business services.

 

 

Capital investment firm seeks companies with proven, equity-oriented management; defensible market positions; franchise value in the product or service supply chain; attractive industry fundamentals; record of consistent, predictable cash flow; scalable core competencies. Invests up to up to $300 million; no minimums for add-ons. EBITDA  $5 million or more; no minimums for add-ons deal value generally, $20 million to $200 million. Equity per deal up to $70 million. Businesses niche; manufacturing, distribution, and service companies...geography  US and canada

 

 

Capital investement firm is seeking companies that have the potential to grow both organically and through a combination of acquisitions; and that have the potential to improve operationally. The firm is prepared to consider a broad range of opportunities, they wish acquire firms that generally meet the following criteria: Ownership: Privately held companies or divisions of larger publicly held companies. Revenues: Revenues ranging from $5 to $30 million. Profitability: EBITDA of at least $1.0 million. EBITDA Margins greater than 10%. Industry: Niche Manufacturing or Distribution businesses with stable cash flows and a dominant market position. Management: Experienced second-tier managers prepared to remain with the company following acquisition. Growth: Business should have excess capacity for internal growth, and should be scalable for follow-on acquisitions. The firm will invest up to $10 million of equity per transaction to facilitate family successions, management buyouts, corporate spin-offs, recapitalizations, and buy & build strategies

 

 

A northeast private equity firm is making investments in niche businesses where it can leverage the extensive operational experience of its firm's managers and investors, many of whom are active or former CEOs of Fortune 1000 companies. It strives to help companies create sustained value for its employees, customers, and investment partners. Investement criterai is: Industry: manufacturing; distribution; and business services. Size > $8 million, with trailing EBITDA of $1-$5 million. History 3 to 5 years of profitable operations. Management continuity preferred and location in continental US. Structure: Equity $2 to $8 million. Leverage: debt for purchase price and ongoing capital needs.

 

 

Private equity firm focusing exclusively on acquiring small, profitable companies. Ideal partner for owners seeking liquidity, generational transition, capital for growth, or recapitalization. Revenue between $5.0 million and $30.0 million. Cash flow between $1.0 million and $3.0 million. And at least one of the following: Proven management team, Leadership position in a niche market, Quality brand name, Established, proprietary product line, Strong regional presence.

 

 

Equity group investing in stable and profitable service companies, manufacturers, and value added distributors headquartered in the U.S. or Canada with $2-$8 million of pre-tax profits. Candidates should feature a diverse customer base, meaningful growth prospects (through either internal growth or through add-on acquisitions), and should enjoy strong and defensible market share in their regional or national marketplace. Revenues: For new investments, rather than add-on acquisitions, firm typically invests in companies with revenues from $8-$100 million. Transaction Size: transactions are typically from $10-$50 million in deal size. Transaction Types: firm Equity invests and has extensive experience in Recapitalizations, Family Succession Recapitalizations, Management Buy-Outs, Management Buy-Ins, Industry Consolidations, and Select Underperformers.

 

 

INDIVIDUAL BUYERS

An operations executive, previously in a family partnership is striking out on his own and seeks a distribution or manufacturing business in low to medium technology, preferably mechanical or retail products.

 

 

A high level, highly technical project manager, trained business manager is seeking a high technology business, in electronics or imaging. It could be contract manufacturing or distribution.