Acquisition Opportunities

We frequently share brief descriptions of potential acquisition opportunities that we consider particularly compelling.  These are typically companies that we have discovered through an acquisition search that do not fit the specific desires of our client.  Please keep in mind that we only represent the buyers of companies.  We never have nor never will represent the sellers of these companies.

Telecom Infrastructure Software
Supplies next-Telecom Infrastructure Software. Supplies next-generation converged messaging applications, a service delivery platform, and value-added services such as audio and video ring-back tones, location-based services, and video mail. Sells their highly integrated and scalable platform to tier 2 and tier 3 telecom operators striving to capitalize on the convergence of wireless, land-line, and Internet IP networks. Based in the Northeastern U.S. with a high percent of revenues in Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Experienced management team seeks $10-20 million in growth equity to expand revenue generation and product development capacity while considering opportunistic acquisitions in key target markets. Willing to consider majority acquisition. 2008 Revenues $20.3M with 25% EBITDA and 30% sales growth. Growth equity opportunity. For more information email: Brian

Specialty Food Manufacturer and Distributor

This company, specializes in the sale of salads, meats, and other specialty products to convenience stores, grocery stores and other specialty retailers.  2009 sales are expected to be about $18 million with EBITDA of $1.4 million.  Gross margins on the salad product line are in the mid- to high-forties.  New growth has been constrained by the lack of production capacity;  the company recently added a 30K sq ft. production facility and has significant growth opportunities to expand regionally.
For more information email: Bob

Alternative Energy Infrastructure Consolidation
This company currently manufactures large scale metal fabricated and precision machined components and equipment used in the alternative energy, medical, nuclear, defense, industrial and aerospace markets.  The company is currently publically traded with 2008 sales of $31.8 million and EBITDA of $6.9 million.  Management believes the global downturn has created an opportunity to acquire complementary product lines with distribution and engineering synergies.  The company is contemplating a going private transaction and is seeking a private equity partner to maximize value by combining this transaction with the company's strategic acquisition growth strategy.
For more information email: John

Architectural Building Products (Distribution)

With 12 locations across the country this company supplies leading, brand name products to the commercial, institutional, retail and residential construction markets.  The company had sales of $80M. The current market provides an excellent opportunity to play out a consolidation strategy in this industry.  One add-on has been identified that would increase sales by $50M. There is an experienced industry executive who is committed to running the company.  Both bank and subordinated debt is in place but a small equity investment is needed to complete the transaction.
For more information email: Bob

Wind Power Services

Wind turbine/blade maintenance and repair business with a broad customer base and strong network of experienced technicians.  Management has experience in wind turbine field services with a major wind turbine supplier.  Emerging growth opportunity in a fragmented industry.  Customers are wind turbine blade OEMs and owner/operators.  Well positioned for growth in the wind power industry where the installed base doubled last year and a large portion of wind turbines are coming off warranty.  2008 Revenues $11.5M with $3.5M EBITDA.  Add-on opportunity.
For more information email: Brian

LED Lighting

LED lighting company with strong technical abilities in highly engineered niche applications.  Has specialized expertise in research and development of LED system components such as drivers, controllers, and light engines for OEM applications.  Offers LED system components, branded LED bulb replacements and fixtures, and custom development services to lighting companies and commercial customers.  Active in the development of an LED patent portfolio.  Has $13M worth of projects undergoing field tests.  2008 Revenues $3.6M with $300K EBITDA and 41% growth rate.  Add-on opportunity.
For more information email: Brian

We maintain a proprietary data base of pre-qualified companies that may be suitable as platform and add-on investments. Feel free to contact us for details.