What We Acquire
We seek cash-generative service businesses with loyal client bases, strong fundamentals, and the potential for long-term value creation under committed ownership.
Annual turnover range
Normalized earnings
Target transaction size
Geography: We evaluate opportunities on their merits, without a rigid geographic mandate
Sectors We Know
We focus on industries where we can add value through operational expertise and where businesses demonstrate resilience through economic cycles.
Ideal Characteristics
We look for businesses with enduring competitive advantages and fundamentals that support long-term compounding.
Predictable, recurring revenue streams
Strong customer retention and relationships
Asset-light with limited capex requirements
Defensible market position or niche expertise
History of profitability through economic cycles
Clear potential for operational improvements
Management team capable of leading growth
Fragmented market with consolidation opportunity
What Gives Us Pause
We're transparent about deal characteristics that typically prevent us from proceeding.
High Customer Concentration
More than 25% of revenue from a single customer
Poor Financial Records
Lack of auditable financials or unreliable reporting
Owner Dependency
Business entirely reliant on owner relationships or expertise
Pending Litigation
Material legal disputes or regulatory issues
Declining Industry
Structural headwinds with no path to adaptation
Complex Related Parties
Unclear boundaries between business and personal assets
Leadership Scenarios
We have flexibility in management arrangements and can work with various transition scenarios.
Management in Place
Founder or existing leadership remains post-transaction, with ISCP providing governance, resources, and strategic support.
GM Installation
For businesses where founders are retiring or management is transitioning, we have the capability to recruit and install experienced General Managers.
Have a company that fits?
Submit your opportunity for a confidential review. We respond to every serious inquiry.