Preserving Legacies & Empowering Futures
Cardinal Lake LLC is investing in businesses within the greater Chicagoland Area. We are seeking opportunities that align with our core principles of long-term ownership and a commitment to growth. While we are open to investing in a variety of industries, we are focused on businesses that are founder or family-owned. We remain committed to building and growing relationships with our partners based on mutual respect, transparency, and wealth creation.
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B2B Industries of Interest
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale Suppliers
- Value-Added Distribution
- Professional Services
- Industrial Services
- Skilled Trade Services
- Logistics and Transportation
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Financial Criteria
- Annual Cash Flow: $500k - $2M
- Revenue: Consistent or growing
- Physical Assets: Liquid / Tradeable
- Capital Expenditures: Low investment requirements
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Business Characteristics
- Based in the Chicagoland, founder or family-owned
- Differentiated and defensible position within a niche market
- Diverse recurring customers with low concentration
- Well supported organic growth opportunities or acquisition opportunities
- Professional team with positive culture
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