white sky ventures

Thoughtful acquisition. Hands-on leadership. Long-term growth.

White Sky Ventures acquires one great business at a time and leads it with steady, operational discipline. We focus on running and growing companies with quality, rigor, and long-term commitment.

What we do

White Sky Ventures acquires and operates small businesses in the lower middle market. Our focus is on long-term ownership. We’re not flipping companies. We step in as hands-on operators, protect the legacy you built, and invest in systems, people, and growth.
We typically acquire businesses doing:
- $1–5M EBITDA
- Stable margins and recurring or repeat revenue
- Strong teams wanting continuity, not disruption
- Owners seeking a thoughtful succession plan

Why Owners Choose Us

- Respect for your legacy. We honor what you built and keep your people front-and-center.- Operator-led. We’re not a fund.
- You’re selling to someone who will run the company day-to-day.
- Long-term horizon. No forced exit. No pressure to cut corners.
- Smooth transition. We work with you at your pace and prepare the team for success.
- Clear communication. We keep deals simple, transparent, and fair.

Acquisition Criteria

- EBITDA: $1–5M
- Margin: >10% preferred
- Industry: Services, light industrial, B2B, specialty trades, logistics, niche consumer services
- Geography: U.S.-based, with a preference for the West
- Ownership: Owner/operator looking to retire or step back
- Deal Types: Full acquisition, seller rollover optional

About White Sky Ventures

White Sky Ventures is led by Alex White, a hands-on operator with a background in product, marketplaces, and systems-driven growth. After years leading large teams and complex operational systems at scale, Alex founded White Sky Ventures to acquire and run great small businesses directly.White Sky is built on a simple belief:
Small businesses deserve long-term owners who care deeply about people, operations, and steady, sustainable growth.

Our Approach

- Listen First: We start by understanding your business, people, and history.
- Transparent Deal Process: Clear timelines, clean terms, and open communication.
- Steady Operational Leadership: We come in as operators focused on continuity, not disruption.
- Investing in People and Systems: We grow responsibly — better tools, better workflows, stronger culture.

Thinking About Selling?

If you're considering retirement or looking for the right next chapter for your business, let's talk. We keep conversations confidential and pressure-free.