Your first call
after signing
an LOI.

Searchers and independent sponsors, you are our client. We invest equity and draw on our extensive network and experience to get your deal done.
One equity investment of $300-400k each month.
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Partners

As investors, operators, vendors, and publishers, Minds Capital’s principals are deeply embedded in the searcher & independent sponsor ecosystems.
Will Smith
Will Smith
Host of the podcast Acquiring Minds, a leading media platform that reaches thousands of searchers & sponsors every month.
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Niklas James
Niklas James
Executive Chairman at Service Star Brands, an HVAC roll-up platform. Previously acquired a SaaS company. HBS & Bain alumnus. Norwegian.
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Max Lummis
Max Lummis
Founded LCS in 2012 to provide financial due diligence and post-transaction CPA services for 80-100 SMB deals per year.
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Minds Capital:
The Story

Listen to the principals announce Minds Capital on an episode of the Acquiring Minds podcast.
Listen to the Interview
Cover art to Acquiring Minds episode with Niklas James, Max Lummis, and Will Smith

For Searchers & Sponsors
with an LOI

We invest in a well-defined profile of business & searcher.
If your deal aligns with our criteria,
please connect using the form below.

Target Company

Predictable revenue stream(s)
History of profitability
Minimum $800k adj. EBITDA
No industry headwinds
Limited vendor/customer concentration
Seller has legitimate cause to exit
Sustainable margins

Buyer Profile

Strong credentials and references
Credible strategy for IRR >30%
Skin in the game
Preferred returns for investors
Mature, realistic expectations
Excellent investor relations skills
Robust governance plan

Testimonials

Thoughts on working with Minds Capital with some of the sponsors and LPs we've partnered with.

“Having had the privilege of partnering with Minds Capital as a sponsor, I can unequivocally state they redefine the role of capital allocator. What sets Minds apart is their clear and helpful communication, an encyclopedic grasp of market dynamics, and a collaborative spirit that's nothing short of invigorating. I was particularly impressed by the caliber of questions they ask when considering an investment, it was clear that they take their role...

Jeff Reamer
Position, DVG Partners
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“Having had the privilege of partnering with Minds Capital as a sponsor, I can unequivocally state they redefine the role of capital allocator. What sets Minds apart is their clear and helpful communication, an encyclopedic grasp of market dynamics, and a collaborative spirit that's nothing short of invigorating. I was particularly impressed by the caliber of questions they ask when considering an investment, it was clear that they take their role...

Jeff Reamer
Position, DVG Partners
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“Having had the privilege of partnering with Minds Capital as a sponsor, I can unequivocally state they redefine the role of capital allocator. What sets Minds apart is their clear and helpful communication, an encyclopedic grasp of market dynamics, and a collaborative spirit that's nothing short of invigorating. I was particularly impressed by the caliber of questions they ask when considering an investment, it was clear that they take their role...
Jeff Reamer
Position, DVG Partners
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“Having had the privilege of partnering with Minds Capital as a sponsor, I can unequivocally state they redefine the role of capital allocator. What sets Minds apart is their clear and helpful communication, an encyclopedic grasp of market dynamics, and a collaborative spirit that's nothing short of invigorating. I was particularly impressed by the caliber of questions they ask when considering an investment, it was clear that they take their role...

Jeff Reamer
Position, DVG Partners
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Having had the privilege of partnering with Minds Capital as a sponsor, I can unequivocally state they redefine the role of capital allocator. What sets Minds apart is their clear and helpful communication, an encyclopedic grasp of market dynamics, and a collaborative spirit that's nothing short of invigorating. I was particularly impressed by the caliber of questions they ask when considering an investment, it was clear that they take their role seriously. They don't merely invest; they forge alliances, infusing ventures with strategic acumen and a powerhouse network that catapults growth beyond all expectations.

Minds Capital isn't just experienced; they're a compendium of solutions. Whether you're navigating choppy market waters or seeking the perfect contact, they've either been there or know someone who has. I'd leap at the chance to collaborate with Minds again and wholeheartedly recommend them to any entrepreneur craving a partner who transcends the typical investor mold.

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Alexander Corbett
Managing Partner, Sachem Capital
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I’m continually impressed by Minds Capital. They have a rigorous vetting process and seem to have found a great set of sponsors and businesses to build out their portfolio.

The general partners are incredibly communicative and accessible to LPs within the fund. Quarterly meetings are held to review the investment criteria and pipeline of new deals, an offering that I have not seen with other funds. And for LPs who are interested in deploying additional capital, Minds also works to provide co-investment opportunities in its portfolio companies when there is room on the cap table.

I’m looking forward to seeing how Minds continues to grow and develop.

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Jordan Zlotoff
President, New Terrain Capital
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The team at Minds Capital are approachable, professional, and knowledgeable. Throughout our fundraising process Minds Capital demonstrated their commitment to support and enable searchers while also maintaining strong discipline on behalf of their investors. They went above and beyond to provide guidance and advice during our process. Minds Capital will be my first call on my next deal.

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Tyler Nuss
Co-Founder, The Modern Acre
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I, my partners and our fund have been investors in and with Minds Capital. The reason we chose to invest was the initial attraction to the main street marketplace where we saw an incredible opportunity to invest in companies that are very similar to those currently owned by our clients. We have seen over the past decade dozens of circumstances where legacy owners have sold for reasonable mulitples just to see those companies grow, expand and then be sold to larger strategic companies at much higher valuations. Having witnessed this process over and over, investing was a no brainer.

We continue to invest and are excited to do so because of the quality of team that has been assembled along with extensive opportunities for collaboration with very smart and talented people. It is very easy to assume that if Minds is invested in something then we want to be there with them.

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John Ledford
CEO, Fortress Wealth Group
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Having had the privilege of partnering with Minds Capital as a sponsor, I can unequivocally state they redefine the role of capital allocator. What sets Minds apart is their clear and helpful communication, an encyclopedic grasp of market dynamics, and a collaborative spirit that's nothing short of invigorating. I was particularly impressed by the caliber of questions they ask when considering an investment, it was clear that they take their role seriously. They don't merely invest; they forge alliances, infusing ventures with strategic acumen and a powerhouse network that catapults growth beyond all expectations.

Minds Capital isn't just experienced; they're a compendium of solutions. Whether you're navigating choppy market waters or seeking the perfect contact, they've either been there or know someone who has. I'd leap at the chance to collaborate with Minds again and wholeheartedly recommend them to any entrepreneur craving a partner who transcends the typical investor mold.

Alexander Corbett
Alexander Corbett
Managing Partner, Sachem Capital
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I’m continually impressed by Minds Capital. They have a rigorous vetting process and seem to have found a great set of sponsors and businesses to build out their portfolio.

The general partners are incredibly communicative and accessible to LPs within the fund. Quarterly meetings are held to review the investment criteria and pipeline of new deals, an offering that I have not seen with other funds. And for LPs who are interested in deploying additional capital, Minds also works to provide co-investment opportunities in its portfolio companies when there is room on the cap table.

I’m looking forward to seeing how Minds continues to grow and develop.

Jordan Zlotoff
Jordan Zlotoff
President, New Terrain Capital
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The team at Minds Capital are approachable, professional, and knowledgeable. Throughout our fundraising process Minds Capital demonstrated their commitment to support and enable searchers while also maintaining strong discipline on behalf of their investors. They went above and beyond to provide guidance and advice during our process. Minds Capital will be my first call on my next deal.

Tyler Nuss
Tyler Nuss
Co-Founder, The Modern Acre
Read more
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I, my partners and our fund have been investors in and with Minds Capital. The reason we chose to invest was the initial attraction to the main street marketplace where we saw an incredible opportunity to invest in companies that are very similar to those currently owned by our clients. We have seen over the past decade dozens of circumstances where legacy owners have sold for reasonable mulitples just to see those companies grow, expand and then be sold to larger strategic companies at much higher valuations. Having witnessed this process over and over, investing was a no brainer.

We continue to invest and are excited to do so because of the quality of team that has been assembled along with extensive opportunities for collaboration with very smart and talented people. It is very easy to assume that if Minds is invested in something then we want to be there with them.

John Ledford
John Ledford
CEO, Fortress Wealth Group
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Partnering with Minds

We need to ensure that your deal satisfies our core criteria before we can jump on it.
1. You are already under LOI.
2. Minimum $800k SDE/EBITDA.
3. The Target Company aligns with our criteria:
Predictable revenue stream(s);
history of profitability;
minimum $800k adj. EBITDA;
no industry headwinds;
limited vendor/customer concentration;
seller has legitimate cause to exit;
sustainable margins
4. The Sponsor (you) aligns with our criteria:
Strong credentials and references;
credible strategy for IRR >30%;
skin in the game;
preferred returns for investors;
mature, realistic expectations;
excellent investor relations skills;
robust governance plan
Once you can confirm that your deal satisfies these criteria, begin the process of speaking to us about an investment by filling out the form below.

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