Overview
Jeff Harding is an entrepreneur and executive operator with more than 30 years of leadership experience and a proven track record of scaling service-based businesses through operational improvement, leadership alignment, and systems implementation. He combines corporate procurement expertise, financial discipline, and ownership experience to drive sustainable growth and long-term enterprise value.
Investment Thesis
Jeff focuses on businesses with:
- Recurring or repeat customer revenue
- Opportunities for operational improvement
- Stable cash flow with growth potential
- Strong teams that benefit from leadership alignment
- Fragmented markets with consolidation potential
Key Highlights
- Increased revenue 145% and production 130% within three years after acquiring and restructuring a service-based business
- Negotiated multi-million-dollar procurement contracts generating consistent six-figure cost savings
- Implemented systems and operational improvements that increased scalability and profitability
- Over 30 years of leadership experience across corporate and entrepreneurial environments
- Experienced in acquisition evaluation, transition leadership, and operational optimization
Current Focus
Jeff is currently evaluating acquisition opportunities in established service-based and recurring-revenue businesses with the following characteristics:
- $500K – $2M EBITDA (approximately $1M – $6M enterprise value)
- Proven operating history and positive cash flow
- Opportunities for operational improvement or growth acceleration
- Owner transition or succession situations
- Located within the United States (remote-manageable or relocation considered)
Investment Range
Jeff is currently pursuing acquisition opportunities with:
- Enterprise value: $1M – $6M
- SBA and investor partnership structures considered
- Pre-qualified for SBA financing to support qualified acquisitions.
Target Profile
- Industry: Service / Recurring Revenue
- EBITDA: $500K – $2M
- Geography: U.S.
- Ownership: Majority or full acquisition
- Role: Active operator / leadership partner
- Willing to relocate or maintain local leadership depending on opportunity
Target Business Characteristics
- Established operating history with stable or growing revenue
- Service-based or recurring revenue models
- Strong customer relationships and reputation
- Opportunities for operational improvement or systems optimization
- Experienced employees or management willing to remain post-transition
Industries of Interest
- Home and commercial services
- Healthcare and wellness services
- Specialty services businesses
- Recurring service models
- Niche service companies with strong local market presence
Transaction Criteria
- Majority or full acquisition preferred
- Flexible transaction structures considered
- SBA and investor-supported capital available
- Active leadership role post-acquisition
- Confidential evaluation process
Value Creation Approach
Jeff focuses on unlocking value through:
- Operational process improvements
- Systems implementation and automation
- Leadership alignment and workforce development
- Pricing optimization and cost control
- Strategic growth initiatives
Why Sellers Work With Jeff
- Commitment to preserving business legacy and team stability
- Operator-led approach rather than purely financial ownership
- Flexible transaction structures where appropriate
- Focus on long-term growth rather than short-term cost cutting
- Respectful and confidential acquisition process
Acquisition Philosophy
Jeff pursues acquisitions where continuity, employee stability, and customer relationships are preserved while operational improvements enhance long-term performance and enterprise value. The goal is to build on what owners have created while positioning the business for its next stage of growth.
Partnership Opportunities
Jeff is open to working with:
- Business owners considering transition or exit
- Investors seeking experienced operators
- Brokers representing qualified opportunities
Contact
Jeff welcomes conversations with business owners, brokers, and investors regarding acquisition or partnership opportunities.