Entrepreneur-in-Residence / CEO-in-Residence – SMB Acquisitions

Hi everyone — I’m exploring Entrepreneur-in-Residence / CEO-in-Residence opportunities with family offices, independent sponsors, or small private equity groups focused on acquiring a single, established small-to-lower-middle-market business. I’m specifically interested in a structure where I am paid during the search and step into the full-time CEO / operating role post-acquisition. I am not raising a traditional search fund. My background is operations-focused, and I’m strongest in situations where a business is already cash-flowing and transitioning from an owner-operator or retiring founder. I enjoy working closely with employees and customers, stabilizing operations, and carrying the business forward with discipline and care. Target profile: • Service-based or “boring” businesses • Recurring or repeat revenue • ~$500K–$5M in revenue • Owner transition situations where a long-term operator is needed I’m open to Florida-based businesses or remote-friendly operations, and I’m particularly interested in partnerships with a clear operating seat and equity participation over time. If you’re an investor or sponsor seeking a hands-on operator to lead an acquisition and run the business long-term, I’d welcome a conversation. Thank you.