Elbert Street Capital

Elbert Street Capital is an acquisition company based in Wakefield that aims to buy, personally operate and grow one privately held small business for the long term. It is not a private equity firm or a search fund. Instead, it is backed by a single well-capitalized individual investor who intends to lead the acquired company personally, offering a succession plan to an owner who cares about the future of the business they built.

Before founding the company, the investor spent nearly a decade as a vice president at KPMG Corporate Finance, advising business owners on mergers and acquisitions, exits and capital raises, building financial models and working with lenders and investors. The firm says it will tailor a deal structure to a seller’s personal and financial goals and focus on organic growth through improvements to people, processes and capabilities once the business changes hands.

What to Know

• The founder contributes significant personal capital alongside a curated group of debt and equity providers.
• Strict confidentiality is maintained throughout the acquisition process.
• Fractional strategic finance support is also offered to business owners.