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SMEVentures is an organization founded in 2019, based in Australia. It focuses on providing continuity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as their owners retire or transition to new projects. The organization pairs outgoing business owners with incoming entrepreneurs, aiming to preserve the legacy of the businesses they acquire.
SMEVentures invests in small to medium-sized businesses, particularly in asset-light service industries, with a preference for business-to-business (B2B) models. They typically target companies generating between $1.5 million and $6 million in EBITDA, which corresponds to sales of approximately $5 million to $50 million. Their investment strategy emphasizes patient capital, with a long-term holding period.
Notable acquisitions by SMEVentures include: **TWS Energy Controls & WF Energy Controls**: Acquired by Jason Hew, marking SMEVentures' first venture into New Zealand. **eMerge IT**: Acquired by Steve Orell, who serves as CEO. **Grima Recycling**: Acquired by Ryan Bernsmann, a military veteran and INSEAD MBA graduate. **ACE Training & MultiSkills Training**: Acquired by Rob Gaunt, who has positioned these companies as leading providers of civil construction training in Victoria, Australia.
To approach SMEVentures, founders should prepare a clear pitch that outlines their business model and growth potential. Interested parties can submit their proposals through the website at smeventures.com or directly via email at info@smeventures.com.
Recently, SMEVentures has expanded its portfolio with notable acquisitions including TWS Energy Controls, eMerge IT, Grima Recycling, and ACE Training & MultiSkills Training. These acquisitions demonstrate their commitment to supporting SMEs and entering new markets, such as their first venture into New Zealand.
SMEVentures invests in Friends Family, Angel, Seed, Seed Plus, Series A, Series B, Series C, and Growth Equity stages.
You can pitch SMEVentures by visiting their website at smeventures.com or by emailing them at info@smeventures.com.
SMEVentures focuses on sectors such as SaaS, consumer, and commerce, particularly in asset-light service industries.
SMEVentures typically invests between $1 million and $6 million in their portfolio companies.
SMEVentures primarily invests in Australia and New Zealand (ANZ).
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