Building upon enduringly profitable businesses through hands-on ownership.
Growth Prospectors acquires and operates owner-led companies, continuing their legacy through hands-on leadership, trusted advisors, and a commitment to sustainable growth.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR
We invest in established companies with strong fundamentals, loyal teams, and room to grow — businesses that value their people, protect their reputation, and care about the legacy they’ve built.
Growth Prospectors focuses on profitable, owner-led businesses with $1.5 – $10 million in annual revenue and $500K–$1.5M in SDE/EBITDA.
We are most interested in companies operating in the Charlotte metro, the surrounding Southeast, and the Cincinnati / Columbus metros — though we’ll consider opportunities elsewhere in the U.S.
As hands-on operators with deep marketing and operational experience, we prioritize opportunities where we can unlock growth through clear commercial discipline, improved positioning, and customer acquisition systems that scale what’s already working.
We’re not pursuing startups, retail concepts, or distressed turnarounds — our focus is on proven businesses ready for their next chapter of growth and stewardship.
Industries of Interest
We look for established, essential businesses that deliver quality products or services their customers rely on — often operating quietly, but built to last.
Light Manufacturing & Fabrication
Custom component manufacturers, contract manufacturing, and light industrial operations serving recurring B2B customers or niche markets.
Marketing & Operational Growth
Businesses with untapped potential in customer acquisition, digital presence, or process efficiency — where disciplined execution can drive measurable growth.
Hybrid B2B + B2C Services
Service businesses that sell to both companies and consumers — such as trades, specialty repair, or contractor services with strong repeat demand.
B2B Services & Distribution
Industrial supply or distribution models with value-add services where reputation, reliability, and customer relationships create durable value.
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