Private Investment and
Consulting Firm
A “trusted advisor” to Business Owners, CEO’s and Boards of Directors and a value-added investor in small-to-medium-sized businesses.
Helping Business Owners, CEO’s
and Boards of Directors for over 25 years
Solomon Ventures intimately knows what it takes to grow, fix, acquire, raise capital for and sell small to medium-sized businesses. Having spent 25+ years working inside these businesses in numerous C-level roles gives our firm empathy and understanding that only comes from being “in the trenches” and learning to work smarter, not just harder. We are confident that our team’s unique experiences can prove valuable to your business situation.
Our Services
Consulting
Working alongside Owners, CEO’s and Boards of Directors to exceed objectives.
Investment/Acquisition
Focused on the small business market – up to $20 million in revenues to bring capital and business methodology to drive superior business results for all investors.
Interim Leadership
We fill temporary gaps in leadership teams to help a company reach its next milestone.
Consulting
Having operated closely-held businesses for over 20 years we understand the dynamics of delivering strong financial results amidst a lot of seemingly conflicting priorities. We come alongside existing CEO’s and or Boards of Directors, listening to areas of concern.
Strategy
- Bring clarity by focusing on what really matters.
- We build value by aligning strategy, finances, and people.
Partner with CEO
- Elevate the CEO to his/her highest and best place of value.
- Build systems and controls to match the growth stage of the business.
Mindset
- Develop an “investor” mindset with the owner and leadership team.
- Bring accountability into the management process.
Get Unstuck
- Whether the business has a bad relationship (partner, client, employee) or is in need of a turn-around / refocusing effort we can provide clarity and solutions
Investment / Acquisition
Financial Criteria
- Revenues: $1.5 million to $20 million
- EBITDA: $350k – $1.25 million
- Transaction Size: Up to $10 million
Target Industries
- Manufacturing
- Distribution
- Business Services
- Healthcare Services
- Medical Device / technology
- Software / SaaS
Characteristics
- Controlling Interest
- 30%+ recurring revenue – contracted or repeat customers
- Some operating team in place (besides owner)
- Single customer concentration <30%
- Turn-around scenarios considered