Operator-Led Acquisition Opportunity
built around real operators,
real cash flow,
and aligned incentives.
This is the economic engine designed to support both investor returns and long-term institutional buildout.
Acquisition Opportunity Overview
Aaron Antonich — Managing Operator
Jordan Fetter — Operating Partner
Target Acquisition Size: $1,000,000 – $2,000,000
Focused on acquiring profitable small businesses with aligned investor partners.
Who We Are
Our objective is to acquire, operate, and grow a single high-quality business as owner-operators, creating long-term equity value through disciplined operational leadership.
Our team combines deep expertise in revenue growth, operational systems, financial controls, and regulatory compliance — providing the leadership, infrastructure, and execution discipline necessary to protect investor capital and build long-term enterprise value.
We are long-term operators, not financial engineers.
Our objective is to acquire durable, cash-flowing businesses and improve performance through hands-on operational leadership.
Acquisition Focus
We focus specifically on acquiring profitable logistics, fulfillment, and essential service businesses with stable cash flow, strong operating history, and clear opportunities for operational and revenue optimization.
Target Acquisition Criteria
Purchase price: $1,000,000 – $2,000,000
Seller Discretionary Earnings (SDE): $300,000 – $500,000
Minimum 10-year operating history preferred
Established team and operational infrastructure
Owner transitioning toward retirement or exit
Stable, essential service with recurring or durable demand
Example Target Industries
Logistics and fulfillment centers
eCommerce fulfillment and prep centers
Regional logistics operators
Operational infrastructure service providers
We prioritize businesses with strong fundamentals, predictable cash flow, and opportunities for operational and financial improvement.
Why This Strategy Works
This acquisition model is driven by powerful structural tailwinds:
Millions of small business owners are retiring without succession plans
Many profitable businesses sell at attractive cash flow multiples
SBA financing enables acquisition of cash-flowing assets using conservative leverage
Operational improvements can significantly increase profitability and enterprise value
Essential service businesses provide durable demand across economic cycles
This creates an opportunity to acquire stable, profitable businesses and increase value through disciplined operational leadership.
Deal Sourcing Strategy
We actively source acquisition opportunities through multiple channels:
Established business broker networks
Direct outreach to retiring business owners
Industry-specific broker relationships
Off-market acquisition opportunities
Professional and industry referral networks
This proactive sourcing approach allows us to identify high-quality acquisition opportunities before they reach broad market exposure.
Value Creation Strategy
We increase enterprise value through disciplined operational execution, focusing on measurable performance improvements:
Revenue Expansion
Improve customer acquisition systems
Strengthen marketing efficiency and conversion
Expand customer lifetime value
Develop additional revenue channels
Operational Optimization
Improve workflow efficiency and cost control
Implement scalable systems and automation
Strengthen operational accountability and reporting
Financial Discipline and Transparency
Implement professional financial reporting and controls
Improve cash flow visibility and forecasting
Optimize financial efficiency and performance tracking
Customer Retention and Stability
Strengthen recurring revenue streams
Improve customer retention and service delivery
Increase operational consistency and reliability
Example Value Creation Scenario
Business acquired at $1,500,000 with $400,000 annual cash flow
Operational improvements increase cash flow to $600,000
At similar market multiples, enterprise value increases to approximately $2,400,000–$3,000,000
This creates substantial equity value while maintaining strong ongoing cash flow.
Capital Structure
Our acquisition structure combines investor equity with SBA-backed financing to acquire and operate profitable businesses using conservative leverage.
Typical Structure
Investor capital: $100,000 – $300,000
SBA financing: 70% – 90% of purchase price
Operator personal capital investment alongside investors
Operator personal guarantee on SBA financing
Investor preferred return and profit participation
Investor Capital Is Used For
Acquisition down payment
Closing costs and transaction expenses
Working capital and safety reserves
Operational stabilization and transition support
We target acquisitions with strong debt service coverage ratios to ensure financial safety and stability.
Investor Return Profile
Preferred annual return: 8% – 12%
Total annual return target: 15% – 30% IRR
Profit participation and equity ownership
Expected hold period: 2 – 7 years
Investor capital is supported by:
Cash flow from an established operating business
Real enterprise asset value
Conservative financing structure
Active operational management and value creation
Operator Commitment and Alignment
Operators invest personal capital alongside investor partners and personally guarantee SBA financing, ensuring full alignment.
Both operators will actively manage the business with responsibility for:
Revenue growth and expansion
Operational performance and efficiency
Financial discipline and reporting
Long-term enterprise value creation
This hands-on operational leadership ensures disciplined execution and responsible stewardship of investor capital.
Operating Team
Jordan Fetter — Operating Partner
Financial operations and systems specialist with expertise in accounting, regulatory compliance, operational infrastructure, and scalable systems design.
Built and scaled a service business from startup to over $300,000 in annual revenue, designing operational systems, financial tracking, and customer acquisition infrastructure
Oversees full-cycle accounting, trust administration, financial reporting, and audit preparation for a regulated non-profit organization, ensuring compliance with state regulatory requirements
Administers complex financial operations including general ledger management, bank reconciliation, payroll oversight, trust accounting, and financial statement preparation
Designs and implements operational systems, internal controls, and workflow automation to improve efficiency, financial transparency, and reporting accuracy
Founder and operator of a CRM and automation firm, developing sales funnels, reporting systems, and revenue infrastructure for growing businesses
Serves as financial liaison between management, auditors, payroll providers, and regulatory agencies, ensuring financial integrity and operational stability
Jordan specializes in building disciplined financial systems, strengthening operational infrastructure, and ensuring financial transparency to protect investor capital and support long-term enterprise value growth.
Aaron Antonich — Managing Operator
Entrepreneur and operator with hands-on experience building revenue-producing service businesses and consulting on operational systems and performance optimization.
20+ years of continuous self-employment and hands-on business ownership experience
Founder and operator of an entertainment and booking company generating over $100,000 in annual client revenue
Personally earned $60,000–$75,000 through business ownership and operational management
Built and managed contractor networks to scale service delivery and meet client demand
Consulted with Fortune 500 executive leadership on operational systems, process refinement, employee performance structure, and workflow optimization
Experience working within institutional-scale operational and financial environments
Focused on disciplined operational execution, revenue growth, and enterprise value creation
Execution Roadmap
Phase 1: Deal sourcing and target identification
Phase 2: Letter of Intent and negotiation
Phase 3: Due diligence and financial validation
Phase 4: SBA approval and financing
Phase 5: Acquisition closing and operational transition
Phase 6: Operational optimization and enterprise value growth
Objective
Our objective is to acquire, operate, and grow profitable businesses responsibly while delivering strong, risk-adjusted returns to investor partners.
We are committed to disciplined execution, operational excellence, and building durable, valuable operating companies that generate long-term cash flow and equity value.
Real cash flow.
Real stewardship.