Private buyer seeking to acquire and personally operate a profitable, established business—building on its existing strengths and supporting its people into the future.
About Me
I am a commercial leader with experience across global, regional, and local markets, having worked in senior roles building teams, driving growth, and contributing to long-term business performance.I am now looking to acquire and operate a business within reach of Fuschl am See, taking a hands-on role as owner. My focus is on continuing what already works - supporting employees, maintaining strong customer relationships, and building on the legacy established by the current owner.Originally from New Zealand, I have been based in Austria since 2008, where I live with my Austrian wife and our two children. I am committed to building and operating a business locally over the long term.
OWNERSHIP APPROACH
I am looking to take an active, hands-on role in the business as owner-operator.My intention is to lead the business day-to-day while working closely with the existing team to ensure continuity and long-term success. I place a strong emphasis on building and empowering capable teams, and see experienced employees and senior managers as central to the future of the business.Where appropriate, I support the development of internal leadership, enabling individuals to take ownership within their areas while maintaining clear overall direction.Alongside this, I bring a strong commercial perspective, with experience in driving growth, strengthening customer relationships, and refining how businesses are positioned and developed over time.I am not a financial buyer. My goal is to take over and operate a business over the long term—supporting the people within it and continuing the legacy established by the current owner.
WHAT I'M LOOKING FOR
€350,000 – €800,000 EBITDA
Profitable, established businesses
Team
Typically 5–25 employees
Strong existing team
Location
Within approximately 1 hour 15 minutes of Fuschl am See (Salzburg, Upper Austria)
Business Type
B2B, B2C, or hybrid
Business Attributes
Stable, resilient market environment
Proven profitability and consistent cash flow
Recurring or repeat customer relationships
Strong team and operational foundation
Opportunities for steady, long-term growth
My experience spans both B2B and B2C environments, and I am particularly interested in businesses where there is an opportunity to further strengthen the commercial approach and build on an already solid base.
CONTACT
If you are considering selling your business and are looking for a committed, long-term successor, I would welcome a confidential conversation.