About Search Fund Ventures

We support local businesses, empower the next generation of leaders and entrepreneurs, and enable others to do the same.

Our Purpose

Support the next generation of American local business owners and provide great risk-adjusted returns to our investors.

SFV combines underwriting rigor, anchor capital, and a targeted value creation engine to invest in small business acquisitions. Our flywheel secures proprietary deal flow, unlocks better terms for investors, and provides a sustainable path to deploying meaningful capital into local businesses.

Our Investment Approach

How We Work

Rigorous Underwriting

Deep due diligence, conservative assumptions, and thorough risk assessment on every opportunity.

Partner Network

Trusted relationships with operators, investors, and service providers who specialize in SMB.

Tech Enablement

AI and automation to transform traditional businesses into tech-enabled operations.

By the Numbers

$11B+

Transaction Experience

250+

Deals Reviewed

3.9x

Avg. Purchase Multiple

Our Office

Chicago Headquarters

401 North Michigan Avenue

Suite 1200

Chicago, IL 60611

+1 (847) 220-4815

Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST

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Located in the heart of Chicago's business district, easily accessible by public transportation with parking available nearby.

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Investment in private equity involves significant risk, including possible loss of principal. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investment opportunities are subject to investor qualification and approval. Search Fund Ventures, LLC is a private equity firm focused on acquiring enduringly profitable small businesses through the Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) model.

This website does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities. Any such offer or solicitation will be made only through definitive offering documents. All information is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment, legal, or tax advice. Consult with your professional advisors before making any investment decision.

All investments are offered to accredited investors only as defined by SEC regulations. You must meet income and/or net worth requirements to participate.

Forward-looking statements regarding target returns, IRRs, and investment outcomes are based on various assumptions and are subject to significant business, economic, and competitive uncertainties. Actual results may vary materially. Neither Search Fund Ventures nor SMB Investor Network guarantees any specific returns.

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