River Evolution Partners
Trust us to take your legacy forward
We are a team of experienced commercial operators and investors. We buy, operate and grow stable, profitable UK small to medium companies.
Who We Are
We are a team of experienced commercial operators and investors looking to acquire stable profitable SMEs in the UK with the objective of developing long-term growth and sustainable competitive advantage. Our focus is on nurturing the values and core strengths of the business, while developing its potential through:
- Business expansion
- Financial efficiency
- Digital transformation
Unlike private equity or corporate buyers, we will not incorporate the business to a portfolio, but will lead its daily operations and create long-term growth, honouring all stakeholders including customers, shareholders, suppliers and employees.
What We Are Looking For – Investment Criteria
INDUSTRIES
We are generally sector agnostic, but prefer to avoid highly cyclical sectors such as construction or recruitment. Also, we do not generally invest in consultancy businesses.
BUSINESS CHARACTERISTICS
- Strong repeat or recurring revenues
- Stable margins and/or pricing power
- Sustainable competitive advantage
- Low-medium capex requirement
- Ability to grow the Business
- £500,000 – £3,000,000 EBITDA
- Solid profitability (Gross and EBITDA margins) and cash generative