Lynx is a private equity firm that specializes in buying small to medium sized businesses from owners looking to retire. Since 2007, our team has been accumulating experience in successfully identifying, acquiring, and managing dozens of companies throughout ownership transition and beyond.
Lynx is based in Toronto, Canada, but has operations across Canada, the United States, the UK, Netherlands, and Denmark.
Unlike many private equity firms, Lynx’s buy and hold strategy focuses on owning the business for the long term. This requires ongoing support to the business and encouraging the professional development of its personnel. The objective is to grow each business to the benefit of both owner and employees.
Small-to-medium-sized businesses (EBITDA: CAD $1M - $5M)
Mature businesses with stable growth (0-10%)
Strong revenue defense and diversified customer base
Stable transition plan and strong management team
Lynx targets small-to-medium sized businesses with EBITDA $1-$5M CAD operating in mature industries with stable growth and returns, including: service, manufacturing, flooring, retail, and signage.
Yes, when you invest with Lynx, rather than investing in the performance of one specific business, you are investing in our entire portfolio of companies, providing diversified exposure to all the businesses we own and operate.
Lynx holds a deep respect for sellers and their dedicated employees. Recognizing the significant personal investment business owners make when building and growing their business, Lynx prioritizes continuity and preservation of the owner’s legacy. Leveraging their diverse expertise, Lynx builds upon existing company values, brands, and relationships to foster sustainable growth and long-term success. Lynx’s goal is for sellers to look back in 10 or 20 years and know that their business is still around and in good hands.
Lynx has curated a team of experienced people who can help support the growth of portfolio companies from all facets. Some areas include:
Identify new growth opportunities
Develop and implement strategic plans, budgets, and SWOT analysis
Assist sales teams to expand into new markets of within existing customer bases
Enhance marketing strategies and digital growth
Lynx finances its acquisitions via a combination of new capital provided by individual investors, bank acquisition funding, and/or other institutional funds.
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To learn more about selling your business, please contact: [email protected]