What a Match Looks Like
Every acquisition starts with the right fit. Here are examples of the types of opportunities we help buyers explore.
Regional Logistics Company
B2B Services Firm
Specialty Retail Business
More Than a Buyer Database
The right acquisition is about more than checking boxes.
We look beyond revenue, EBITDA, and industry when evaluating potential matches. We consider what you want to acquire, how you want to operate it, and what matters to the business owner.
Your Criteria
Industry, geography, revenue, investment size, business model, ownership structure, and strategic objectives.
AcquireForward
We identify businesses where your acquisition goals and the seller's objectives have meaningful overlap.
The Right Opportunity
When there is a genuine fit, we facilitate the introduction and help establish the first conversation.
Buyers With a Clear Acquisition Strategy
We work with a diverse range of buyers actively looking for established businesses across a broad range of industries.
Private Equity
Investment firms seeking established businesses with opportunities for growth, consolidation, or operational improvement.
Family Offices
Long term investors looking for quality businesses and opportunities to build lasting value.
Strategic Acquirers
Established companies seeking acquisitions that complement their existing operations or capabilities.
Search Funds
Entrepreneurs backed by investors who are actively searching for a business to acquire and operate.
Independent Entrepreneurs
Experienced operators looking for an established business they can own and grow.
We Handle the First Steps
Identify
Understand your acquisition criteria and identify potential opportunities.
Qualify
Assess whether there is a genuine basis for a buyer and seller conversation.
Connect
Manage confidentiality and facilitate the initial introduction.
Coordinate
Help keep communication and meetings moving during the early stages.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get matched with a business?
Tell us your acquisition criteria, including industry, size, geography, and other preferences. We use that information to identify businesses that may be a strong fit.
Do I get access to all available businesses?
No. We do not operate as a public marketplace. We focus on identifying and introducing opportunities that align with your acquisition criteria.
Are acquisition opportunities confidential?
Yes. Confidentiality is an important part of our process. Buyers complete the appropriate confidentiality documentation before receiving sensitive business information.
What types of businesses do you work with?
We work with privately owned businesses generally generating approximately $1M to $15M in annual revenue across a broad range of industries.
What types of buyers do you work with?
We work with private equity firms, family offices, strategic acquirers, search funds, and independent entrepreneurs.
How does AcquireForward get paid?
Our success fee is paid by the buyer upon successful completion of a transaction.
Looking for Your Next Acquisition?
Tell us what you're looking for and we'll start the conversation.