We acquire, operate, and grow exceptional family-owned services businesses, ensuring a seamless transition into our organization while building on the strong foundations their owners have created.
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We focus on acquiring established, family-owned service-based businesses in the commercial and residential sectors. Our ideal companies have strong teams, consistent financial performance, and a reputation for quality service.
That depends on your preference and the needs of the business. Some owners step away entirely, while others prefer to remain on to help grow the company. We tailor the transition plan to what works best for all parties.
We conduct a thorough assessment, considering factors like financial performance, market position, operational efficiency, and growth potential. Our goal is to provide a fair, transparent valuation based on real business fundamentals.
We respect the legacy that business owners have built and aim to maintain the brand’s integrity while driving growth. Any rebranding or integration decisions are made thoughtfully and strategically.
The process typically takes 90 days from our initial conversation to closing, depending on the complexity of the business and the speed of due diligence. We prioritize efficiency to ensure a smooth transition.
No, we are a 100% self-funded search fund, with Max Stroup as the sole owner and operator.
While we recognize the value that different buyer types bring to the lower middle market, we feel that we align more closely with family-owned and operated businesses. Our approach is not to aggressively scale, cut costs at the expense of employees, and sell within 3-5 years.
Instead, we adapt to the existing culture, preserve each business’s unique identity, and leverage our expertise to drive long-term, sustainable growth. We also implement programs that give employees a financial stake in the company’s ongoing performance and success.
Max Stroup, Founder and Managing Partner of Gamut Ventures, will immediately take over as the full-time operator. He is fully committed to ensuring a seamless transition and will focus on maximizing organic growth while pursuing strategic acquisitions.
We understand that your team is like family. Our goal is to retain and support employees by providing stability, growth opportunities, and maintaining the culture that made your business successful. Whenever possible, we also empower key employees to step into leadership roles.
Seller financing may be a component of some deals, depending on the acquisition structure and risk factors. We work with sellers to develop a structure that aligns with their exit goals.
It starts with a confidential conversation to discuss your business, exit goals, and determine if there’s a mutual fit. If we decide to move forward, we’ll sign an NDA, conduct initial due diligence, and outline the next steps toward a successful transaction.
We take confidentiality very seriously. All discussions begin with a Non-Disclosure Agreement(NDA) to protect your information. We will never contact your employees, customers, or suppliers without your explicit consent.
We understand that many potential buyers lack the financial means or commitment to close deals. Gamut Ventures is 100% self-funded and has already received borrower pre-approval letters from SBA lenders within the transaction size of the businesses we evaluate.
Here is one of those Borrower Pre-Approval Letters
Max Stroup will be your direct point of contact for all aspects of the pre- and post-close process, ensuring transparency, efficiency, and continuity.
Max believes in rallying people around a shared vision and providing meaningful financial and professional incentives to keep them engaged, motivated, and empowered to operate independently. He fosters a culture of transparency, accountability, and alignment to key metrics, ensuring everyone works toward a common goal.
He prioritizes a structured, results-driven approach that promotes clarity, consistency, and ownership at every level. Max leads with enthusiasm, optimism, and a problem-solving mindset, tackling challenges head-on while fostering an environment where employees feel valued and invested in the company’s success.
He believes that recognition, financial incentives, and career growth opportunities should be directly tied to performance, reinforcing a culture where great work is rewarded and individuals are driven to excel. Through ongoing collaboration with leadership and key employees, he ensures that clear objectives are set, progress is measured, and commitments are upheld to drive company success.
His leadership philosophy is influenced by books like Traction (Gino Wickman), The Great Game of Business (Jack Stack), and Extreme Ownership (Jocko Willink)—all of which emphasize structured execution, financial transparency, and a high degree of employee autonomy as pillars of long-term success.
Take a look at his Buyer Profile to learn more.
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