Operator-led small business acquisition.

Everlake Capital is focused on acquiring and operating a single small business for the long term, preserving what an owner has built while driving sustainable growth through hands-on leadership.

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Acquisition Criteria

Target Business Profile

EBITDA / SDE

$750K – $2M

Valuation

$2M – $10M

Geography

Southeast
(FL – VA)

Operating History

10+ Years

Sector Focus

Industries of Interest

Business Characteristics

What We Look For

Recurring Revenue

Predictable, repeat customer demand that supports stable cash flow and long-term durability.

Brand Reputation

Strong local presence built through consistent service and customer trust.

Growth Potential

Opportunities to expand through focused, hands-on operational improvement.

Low Concentration Risk

Diversified customer and supplier base supporting resilient revenue.

Our Commitment

An Operator-Led Approach

01

Full-Time Operators

We step into day-to-day management roles at close. This is not a passive investment; we are in the business with you.

02

Long-Term Ownership

We are focused on building long-term value and compounding growth, not reselling businesses at a short-term horizon.

03

People First

We prioritize employees and customer relationships. Continuity matters, to us and to the businesses we acquire.

04

Flexible Transition

Collaborative handoff tailored to the seller. We move efficiently, close cleanly, and support you through every step.

The Team

Co-Founders & Partners

Jakub Dardzinski

Jakub Dardzinski

Co-Founder & Partner

Prior to co-founding Everlake, Jakub was an investor at 26North, where he was an early member of the Direct Lending team, underwriting and financing middle market companies across a range of industries.

Before 26North, he was an Investment Banking Analyst at Moelis & Company, advising clients in homebuilding and software on M&A and capital markets. Jakub holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Boston University's Questrom School, graduating Magna Cum Laude.

Ryan Koziol

Ryan Koziol

Co-Founder & Partner

Ryan has experience across private equity, investment banking, and private credit. At Shamrock Capital, he worked closely with management teams to evaluate investments and support performance improvement, focused on how businesses actually function day to day.

Earlier, he advised on acquisitions and capital raises at Moelis & Company and underwrote lower middle-market loans at Modern Bank. Ryan holds a B.S. in Finance from the University of Connecticut, graduating Magna Cum Laude.

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Whether you're a business owner considering a transition, or an advisor working with a potential opportunity, we welcome the conversation.