What makes us different?
Sycamore Ridge is committed to making a long-term investment in a business where the owner is seeking an eventual transition and middle management desires to remain in place. We will devote all of our effort to realize enduring success. The table below summarizes some of our key differences when comparing us to private equity or strategic buyers.
If you're considering such a transition of your business in the near future, please connect with Sycamore Ridge to determine if we may be a good choice for you. All discussions will be treated with the strictest level of confidence.

Flexible structures and tailored solutions to meet seller's needs
Dependent on the core business strategy; in favor of purchasing corporation
Success of the business is secondary to that of the core business of acquirer
The business will be one of several portfolio companies; limited attention
Full commitment for long-term growth / development of the acquired company
Commitment
Number of Acquisitions
One acquisition that will require the team's full focus
Multiple and diversified; additional acquisitions become part of a portfolio
Multiple; to become one of many corporate divisions
Sources of Capital
Diverse team of successful entrepreneurs, executives, and investors
Large institutional investors (pension funds, university endowments, etc)
Public and private firms seeking inorganic growth
Value Creation
Through long-term sustainable growth and operational improvements
Maximize returns via financial engineering, cost cutting and strategic oversight
Cost cutting and strategic synergies
Owner Tie-in
Owner can leave after turn-over or stay with decreasing involvement over time
Owner typically actively involved in business and tied-in for 2-3 years
Varies; decided by the purchasing corporation
Deal Terms
Sycamore Ridge is committed to realizing owner objectives
Complex; seller usually at disadvantage due to financial knowledge asymmetry
In favor of purchasing corporation
Time Horizon
Sycamore Ridge
Private Equity Fund
Strategic Acquirer
Key Differentiators
Long-term; no preset exit deadlines
3-5 years of investment horizon restricted by the life of fund