Partner with Southstone
We strive to be the partners we’d want to have when we were on the other side of the table. As former founders and operators, we know first hand what’s required to start, scale, (and not mess up) great small businesses.
Our Sweet Spot
We focus on enduring companies built the right way and looking for a trusted partner who will continue to operate with integrity
Family and Founder Owned
Owners who care deeply about what happens next
Sneaky Good
Quiet category leaders with exceptional products and services
Culture at the Core
Companies built on treating people, customers and employees alike, the right way.
Simple and Straightforward Process
We’re straight shooters who aim to close every transaction in 75-90 days.
Conversation and Fit (Week 1)
An initial conversation about your goals and what makes your company special, followed by sharing some high-level financials (under NDA, of course).
Transparent Diligence (Weeks 2-9)
Our chance to get under the hood and learn your business. We do our best to keep disruption and requests to a minimum, and frontload big questions during the first few weeks.
Seamless Transition (Week 10)
Once the partnership is completed and funds wired, we’ll work together to ensure a smooth transition and long term success.
Partner for the Long Haul
Don't Mess It Up
We know we don’t know everything, and work hard to lead with curiosity and not mess up the things that made your business successful in the first place.
Be Helpful
As former founders and operators, we aren’t afraid to roll up our sleeves and help out when it’s required (and is actually helpful).
Play the Long Game
We invest with patient capital, meaning we can make decisions and investments based on decades, not quarterly updates.
Contact Us
If you’re ready to explore a partnership and begin the next chapter, we’d love to connect with you over a meal or a beer (we know a good place).