
Focus & Approach

Springbrook Partners is evaluating opportunities across the United States
Financial Metrics
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Revenues of $5-50MM for services businesses or greater than $2MM ARR for SaaS
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Strong track record of profitable historic growth
Industry Characteristics
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Fragmented and growing
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Limited cyclicality
Business Dynamics
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High recurring or reoccurring revenues from a loyal customer base
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No significant customer concentration (a little is ok)
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Valued, mission-critical service provider to its customers
Owner/Company Situation
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Reputable seller with a desire to take a step back from the business on flexible terms
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Willing to participate in the transition period
We're not a strategic or private equity buyer, and our approach isn't the same as theirs either
After purchasing a single business (not a portfolio), John O'Brien, the firm’s founder and managing partner, will take on leadership and day-to-day management responsibilities of the acquired company through its next chapter of growth. That means moving to where the business is headquartered and showing up every day with sleeves rolled up, not monitoring financials from afar.

Springbrook follows a tried and true, values-driven approach
The group of CEOs, entrepreneurs, and experienced investors behind Springbrook have collectively steered hundreds of SMBs over the last several decades. We're guided by three key principles to create long-term value for sellers, employees, and customers.
Stewardship
Founders and owners of great businesses dedicate years or decades of their lives to building them. That legacy will be protected and grown, continuing to provide value for employees and customers.
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Strategic and financial (private equity) buyers generally achieve returns through expected synergies or aggressive cost cutting. Springbrook aims to take an already successful company to the next level on its own merits: by growing the business.
Long-Term Growth
Companies are operated day-to-day and month-to-month, but great companies shouldn't mortgage their future for short-term gain. Our mindset places emphasis on 6 years from now, not just 6 months.