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Thinking about the future of your business?

LET'S TALK.

Our ambition is to acquire, operate and accelerate the growth of an exceptional business.

West Lion is a founder led search fund. 

We are entrepreneurs at heart,  and are looking to connect with likeminded entrepreneurs to learn the story of their businesses. 

We offer a unique plan for owner-operators. Together, we'll craft a bespoke transition strategy, aligning with both your immediate and future ambitions.​

Our promise? To honor the essence of your business – its people, culture, and customers – safeguarding your legacy and grow your life's work.

If this sounds like a good fit, we'd love to hear from you.

OUR FOCUS

We're searching for an exceptional service-based business, with a track record of growth and profitability, that exhibits the following characteristics: ​​

    • $20M+ annual revenues

    • $2M+ annual EBITDA

    • 10%+ EBITDA Margin

    • Recurring revenue profile

    • History of stable and consistent cash flows 

    • Recurring or contractual revenues

    • Diverse and loyal customer base

    • Strong middle management and operating team  

    • Simple and / or replicable operations

    • Low capital intensity 

    • Service and / or support based business

    • Fragmented industry / segment

    • Minimum seasonality

    • Stable regulatory environment

    • Sizeable and growing industry 

    • Flexible structure that aligns incentives 

    • Cash payment for the seller

    • Rollover equity for those who wish to maintain an ongoing ownership

    • Seller debt in situations where it makes sense.

OUR VALUES

INTEGRITY

We uphold the highest standards of integrity, ensuring transparent, candid and fair practices in every aspect of our dealings with prospective sellers. 

FOCUS

Because we only acquire and operate one company at a time, we focus all of our attention on maintaining your legacy and guiding your business into its next chapter. 

CURIOSITY

We are life long learners that are dedicated to continuously exploring new ideas and opportunities, and are excited to learn more about you, your business, and its story. 

OUR TEAM

INVESTORS

We're backed by CEOs, entrepreneurs, and institutional investors who have a proven track-record investing in and growing businesses.

CONTACT US

CONTACT US

We look forward to connecting with you.

© 2024 WEST LION CAPITAL

David Midgely, CPA

Founding Partner

Chris von Saarn, CPA, CA

Founding Partner

PRINCIPALS

Chris and David are seasoned entrepreneurs whose relationship spans 20+ years. Together, they have 25+ years of experience in growing start-ups and small businesses. 

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