Our Mission
We are a purpose-driven search fund, committed to acquiring and growing exceptional businesses in the B2B professional services space — with a focus on the built environment. Our mission is to partner with established companies where we can build upon a strong foundation, honour the legacy of its founders, and accelerate long-term growth through hands-on leadership and strategic clarity.
With a deep belief in the enduring value of service-led businesses, we are particularly focused on sectors that sit at the intersection of people, infrastructure, and expertise — from specialist consultancies to technical services firms supporting the built environment. We look for businesses that are respected for their domain knowledge, valued by their clients, and trusted by their teams.
Our model is simple but powerful: identify a well-established business with a history of steady performance and the potential for sustainable growth. We then work in partnership with the existing owners and team to transition leadership, protect what’s working, and invest in what’s possible — with a long-term commitment to operational excellence, culture, and customer value.
Backed by a group of experienced investors and entrepreneurs, we bring the rigour of strategy consulting, the discipline of private equity, and the mindset of long-term stewardship. We’re not here to flip a business. We’re here to build on what’s been built — and take it to the next chapter.
Investment Criteria
We are seeking to acquire a single, high-quality business that aligns with our long-term vision. Our ideal partner is a well-established, profitable B2B services company operating within or adjacent to the built environment — a sector we believe is rich with opportunity, resilience, and purpose.
We focus on businesses that meet the following criteria:
• Established Track Record
Operating for 15 years or more, with a reputation for reliability, quality, and client trust.
• Revenue Scale
Annual revenues between £2.5 million and £5 million, providing a solid foundation for sustainable growth.
• Strong Profitability
Adjusted EBITDA between £500,000 and £1.5 million, with EBITDA margins of 20% or higher, reflecting operational discipline and value creation.
• Diversified Client Base
A well-balanced portfolio of customers, with no single client accounting for more than 8% of total revenue — ensuring stability and reducing concentration risk.
• Proven Leadership Beyond the Founder
An established second tier of management capable of supporting a leadership transition, safeguarding team continuity, and preserving the company’s legacy.
We are not looking for turnarounds or distressed assets. We invest in businesses that are already successful — and want to become even stronger. If you are a founder considering succession, or an advisor working with such a business, we’d welcome a conversation.
Founder
George Thomas is a Chartered Surveyor and experienced entrepreneur with a proven track record of building and scaling service-led businesses. Prior to launching the search fund, George led a successful buy-and-build strategy in the UK property sector — acquiring and integrating 16 estate and letting agency businesses over a 12-year period.
Under his leadership, the group grew into a market-leading regional network trading under two respected brands, Alexander & Co and Peter Ball & Co. The business managed over 3,000 residential properties, employed 120 team members, and consistently achieved more than 1,000 home sales and 1,000 lettings per year.
In 2024, George oversaw the successful sale of the group to Leaders Romans Group, selecting a buyer aligned with the business’s values and capable of stewarding its next phase of growth.
George now brings his hands-on operational experience, strategic mindset, and commitment to long-term value creation to the next chapter: partnering with a new business owner to protect their legacy and drive sustainable growth.
Investment Opportunities
We are already fully funded to complete our planned acquisition and are fortunate to be backed by a group of experienced, long-term investors.
That said, we are open to conversations with like-minded partners who share our values and long-term vision. We welcome interest from individuals or institutions looking to commit £500,000 or more alongside us.
Our investment model is based on permanent equity, with a minimum time horizon of 10 years. We are not focused on exit-driven returns, but rather on building an enduring, cash-generative business. Our target is to return surplus cash flow to investors, targeting an annual yield of approximately 15% on capital invested — with the ambition of sustained, inflation-beating growth over time.
If you share our belief in disciplined, hands-on stewardship and the value of long-term compounding, we’d be happy to start a conversation.
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