sell your business
sell with certainty. Scale with you built.
We work with owners of essential manufacturing and industrial services companies to structure transitions that make sense—financially, operationally, and personally. Whether you’re seeking partial liquidity, a full exit, or a long-term partner to help scale, we bring discretion, flexibility, and conviction to every conversation.
We acquire stable, profitable industrial businesses and create aligned structures that protect your legacy, reward your team, and unlock long-term value.
What We Look For
We generally acquire U.S.-based industrial businesses with the following characteristics:
- $5–50M in revenue
- Strong EBITDA margins and cash flow visibility
- Durable customer relationships, often in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing
- Owner-led or family-owned, with potential for rollover equity or founder transition
We can consider turnarounds or distressed deals. If in doubt, we encourage you to reach out to start a discussion.
What You Can Expect
We prioritize structured outcomes over rushed transactions. Every deal we pursue is designed to:
Protect Your Team
We respect workforce continuity and reward institutional knowledge. We’re not here to gut your business.Preserve Your Legacy
We understand that selling isn’t just a financial decision — it’s a generational one. We operate with discretion and trust.Create Shared Upside
We often structure rollovers or earn-ins so that owners can benefit from long-term value creation without staying in the day-to-day.Strengthen What Works
Through our network, we bring commercial access, operational support, and strategic capacity — all designed to help your company grow.
Why Vanguard
Most buyers offer checklists. We offer strategy.
Vanguard is backed by operators, advised by defense excutives, and committed to long-term outcomes. Our playbook isn’t built on short-term arbitrage. It’s designed for sustainable value through shared alignment.
We understand how to scale companies the right way—by honoring the work already done and opening doors to significant growth opportunities.
Let's Talk
If you’re considering a transition in the next 6 to 24 months—or even just curious about your options—we’re happy to start a confidential conversation.