SMB Investor Platforms & Capital Networks
Before You Reach Out:
Most of these groups only invest once you have a fundable deal under LOI.
They back operators, not dreamers.
Come prepared with:
✅ Signed LOI
✅ Tax returns + QuickBooks + bank tie-outs
✅ Clear post-close plan + use of funds
1️⃣ SMBInvestorNetwork.com
Website: SMBInvestorNetwork.com
Contact: Sean Smith — LinkedIn • [email protected]
About: “AngelList for SMB buyers.” Matches qualified buyers with accredited investors interested in small-business acquisitions.
Notes: Apply directly and mention DealFlowSystem.net — they focus on fundable, under-LOI deals.
2️⃣ SMBInvest.com
Run by: John DeYonker for Sam Rosati (SMB Law / Pursuant Capital)
About: Micro-PE investor syndicate that raises equity for SMB acquisitions.
Notes: Have your LOI, CIM, and lender structure ready — they move fast on verified financials.
3️⃣ Mainshares.com
Contact: Judd Goodrich — LinkedIn • [email protected]
About: SEC-registered broker-dealer connecting operators to capital partners.
Notes: Lead with a clean deal summary (Industry / SDE / Purchase Price / Growth Plan).
4️⃣ FollaCapital.com
Contact: John Panaccione (Army Veteran) — [email protected]
About: Veteran-owned capital platform raising equity through Reg CF + Reg D offerings.
Notes: Strong fit for veteran buyers or mission-driven SMBs.
5️⃣ SMBJunction.com
Run by: Ben Tiggelaar — LinkedIn
About: Private group of accredited SMB and micro-PE investors sharing deal flow.
Notes: Smaller checks ($50K–$250K) but very fast yes/no decisions. Relationship-driven.
6️⃣ MindsCapital.co
Run by: Max Lummis & Will Smith (Acquiring Minds)
About: Investor community backing first-time SMB acquirers.
Notes: Warm introductions work best — they invest in the operator as much as the business.
7️⃣ FruitionCapital.com
Contact: Jason Ehrlich — [email protected] • LinkedIn
About: Operator-first investor group funding acquisitions requiring process improvement or scale-up leadership.
Notes: Strong fit if you have real management capability.
8️⃣ SlackWaterCap.com
Run by: Ben Bortner — active on X (Twitter)
About: Private investment partnership focused on SMB and micro-PE deals.
Notes: Outreach should be short — 3 sentences:
Industry / SDE / Purchase Price / Capital Needed.
9️⃣ MainStreetCapitalNetwork.com
Website: MainStreetCapitalNetwork.com
About: Investor network interested in roll-ups and consolidation strategies.
Notes: Best fit when you have a platform + add-on thesis.
🔟 EntrepreneurialCapital.com
Contact: Peter VaselKiv — LinkedIn
About: Independent investor backing experienced operators and repeat acquirers.
Notes: Wants to see a clear post-close leadership + incentives plan.
1️⃣1️⃣ Legate Partners
Website: www.legatelp.com
Contacts: William Gallagher & Rob Cherun
About: Long-tenured search-fund investor group backing acquisition entrepreneurs with capital, advisory support, and board-level operating experience.
Notes: Best for serious operators (not “deal tourists”). Prefers recurring revenue, stable cash flow businesses, and conservative capital structures.
➕ ETA IQ
Website: ETAIQ.com
About: Structured platform providing data, benchmarks, and acquisition intelligence for searchers and operators.
Notes: Useful for market mapping, underwriting confidence, and investor readiness.
🧾 Bonus — Standardized Deal Terms
ETA PACT — ETAPact.com
About: Lawyer-vetted investment agreement template — basically the SAFE note for SMB acquisitions.
Notes: Use to structure investor equity in parallel with SBA or senior debt.
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