A Woman-Owned Buyer for Exceptional Businesses
Thinking about selling your business? 15th Street Capital acquires and operates enduring small businesses. We are a long-term home for companies with loyal customers, strong fundamentals, and room to grow.
About
15th Street Capital is a woman-owned holding company that acquires, operates, and grows small businesses. If you are looking to sell your business, we may be the right buyer: we look for companies with proven products, loyal customers, and strong operational foundations, and we bring the strategic expertise to take them further.
Our approach is rooted in operational excellence, not financial engineering. We have spent decades leading teams, scaling organizations, and building systems that create lasting value. When we acquire a business, we are investing in its people, its customers, and its long-term potential. We understand what it takes to build something from the ground up, and we treat every acquisition with that respect.
We believe the best business transitions are built on trust with sellers, employees, customers, and partners. That is why we take a hands-on, relationship-first approach to every acquisition. Whether you are planning your exit, exploring succession options, or simply curious about what selling your company looks like, we would welcome a conversation.
We bring real operating experience to every business we acquire, building systems, developing talent, and driving sustainable growth.
We acquire businesses to hold and grow them, not to strip and flip. Our timeline is measured in decades, not quarters.
Great businesses are built by great people. We invest in teams, preserve culture, and create environments where employees thrive.
Investment Focus
We acquire companies that improve learning outcomes and expand access to education, from curriculum platforms and professional development to edtech tools and enrichment programs serving K-12, higher ed, and lifelong learners. If you have built an education business and are considering selling, we understand this space deeply.
We acquire profitable software and digital businesses with strong retention, recurring revenue, and clear value propositions. We look for products that customers rely on and that solve real problems in underserved markets. Selling a SaaS or tech company? We offer a smooth transition and continued investment in your product.
We acquire established, systems-driven service companies with recurring client relationships and strong reputations. We value operational efficiency, high retention, and businesses that can scale without depending on any single individual. Ready to sell your service business? We will protect the team and relationships you have built.
Our Process
We take a thoughtful, transparent approach to every acquisition because trust starts before the deal closes. Here is what to expect when you sell your business to us.
We learn your business deeply: its story, its people, its potential, and what matters most to you as a seller.
Rigorous but fair financial analysis, with clear communication throughout. No wasted time, no games.
A structured, respectful handoff that protects employees, customers, and the business you have built.
Strategic investment in operations, marketing, and talent to unlock the next chapter of growth.
For Business Owners
Selling a business is one of the most significant decisions you will make. You have poured years into building something real, and you deserve a buyer who understands that. We are not a faceless fund. We are operators who have built and led organizations ourselves, and we treat every seller with the respect and transparency the moment deserves.
As a woman-owned firm, we are especially proud to work with women entrepreneurs and founders navigating their exit for the first time. We understand the unique considerations that come with selling a business you have built from scratch, and we bring a personal, relationship-driven approach that many traditional buyers do not.
Whether you are ready to sell now, planning an exit in the next few years, or simply exploring what your business might be worth, we are happy to have a confidential, no-pressure conversation.
Start a Confidential ConversationWe provide honest assessments of your business and clearly explain how we arrive at our offer. No hidden agendas, no lowball tactics.
We acquire businesses to run them well, not to cut costs. Your employees, your culture, and your client relationships are assets we intend to invest in.
We understand the sensitivity involved in selling a business. Every conversation is private, and we move at a pace that works for you.
We have led teams, managed operations, and scaled organizations. We understand what it took to build your business because we have done it ourselves.
For Investors
15th Street Capital partners with a select group of investors who share our long-term perspective and commitment to thoughtful, operations-driven growth. We believe in building lasting value through disciplined acquisition and hands-on management.
Our investment thesis is centered on acquiring profitable, established small businesses at reasonable valuations, then applying operational expertise to drive sustainable growth. We prioritize capital preservation, steady cash flow, and compounding returns over speculative upside.
If our approach resonates with your investment philosophy, we would welcome a conversation.
Start a ConversationEvery acquisition is managed by operators with deep experience in building and scaling businesses, not passive financial managers.
We acquire profitable businesses at reasonable multiples with strong fundamentals. No speculative bets or turnarounds.
Regular, honest updates on performance, strategy, and decision-making. We believe trust is built through transparency.
We structure partnerships to align incentives over years, not quarters. Our success is measured by sustained, compounding growth.
Contact
Whether you are considering selling your business, exploring an investment partnership, or simply want to learn more about working with a woman-owned buyer, we would love to hear from you. Every inquiry is handled personally and confidentially.
Tell us about your business and we will be in touch within 48 hours.
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