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Building Legacies: Long-Term Ownership for Mid-Sized Businesses

We acquire and operate established profitable companies in the industrial and service sectors, ensuring continuity for employees, customers and founders.

The Cold Springs Equity Approach to Value

Cold Springs Equity is a private, operator-led holding company dedicated to the acquisition and sustained growth of established businesses in Northeast Ohio. We partner with founders and retiring owners to facilitate smooth, well-capitalized transitions. Our focus is on:

  • Operational Excellence: Leveraging decades of experience in P&L management, systems modernization, and organizational strategy to enhance stability and profitability.

  • Long-Term Horizon: We are not a fund; we hold and operate our companies indefinitely, preserving their legacy and ensuring a stable future for their teams and customers.

Our Acqusition Criteria

Financial Stability

Demonstrated history of profitability with strong cash flow and minimal customer concentration risk.

Businesses in niche, non-cyclical B2B or Industrial sectors, with robust contract or recurring revenue models.

Organizations with strong employee tenure, established management structures, and a reputation for quality service.

Market Position
Organizational Maturity
Ideal Transition

Founder-led companies in transition where the current owner seeks a full exit but prioritizes a trusted successor.