Our mission

Acquire and grow an established, well-run business

For business owners looking to transition, Cape Rock Capital offers a path that adds value for your company, employees and community

If you or someone you represent is looking to sell a well-positioned business with at least $750k in annual cash flow, please consider reaching out for a confidential conversation

Ben Brinkopf

Phone: 214-862-8716

Email: Ben@CapeRockCap.com

  • About Cape Rock Capital

    Cape Rock Capital is passionate about small businesses and their owners.

    We are not a private equity firm looking to cut costs or a strategic acquirer to roll up a business.

    Instead, we are “permanent capital” looking to grow an established business, facilitating a seamless transition and opportunity to extend the organization’s legacy.

  • Business criteria

    Cape Rock Capital understands every business is unique and should be evaluated as such.

    We’re looking for a business with at least $750k in annual cash flow.

    Beyond the numbers, we’re seeking a business with a passionate owner and employees looking to grow.

  • Sales process and structure

    Cape Rock Capital can work with owners on the appropriate timeline to sell their business.

    Typically, an ownership change takes ~3-6 months. During this time the buyer and owner will get to know one another, evaluate the opportunity and move forward if the objectives of both can be met.

    We work with sellers to ensure the timeline fits their needs.

Business criteria

We do not believe that the perfect business exists. And we are reminded with the remarkable businesses we review that each business is unique and must be evaluated as such. Our desirable business characteristics are below.

We would like to have the opportunity to learn more about you and your business.

 

People

  • Motivated seller (e.g., retirement, move, etc)

  • Experienced management team excited for growth

  • Low turnover

Business

  • Established business with strong reputation

  • Differentiated products or services

  • Deep customer relationships and minimal concentration

Finances

  • At least $750k in annual cash flow, and profitability history

  • At least $3M in annual revenue

  • Growing revenues and stable margins

Industry

  • Stable or growing industry

  • Fragmented (few or no dominant players)

  • Competitive position in local / regional industry

Ben Brinkopf

Ben developed a passion for small business in the Midwest watching his father grow a small manufacturing plant into an industry leader.

In founding Cape Rock Capital, Ben is seeking to acquire a small or medium size business to build upon the previous owner's legacy, manage actively and grow over time.

Ben has experience leading cross-functional teams in finance, operations and strategy.  He began his career at AirTran Airways (later Southwest Airlines), and spent 10 years running dozens of projects with Boston Consulting Group (BCG), where he advised diverse clients on growth strategy, new product introduction and cost reduction.

Ben holds a BA and MBA from Harvard University.  In his free time, Ben enjoys running with his wife, Radhika, dog Lou and flying around the Midwest and Texas as a commercial and instrument-rated private pilot.

Contact us.

Cape Rock Capital, LLC

14200 Midway Road, Suite 123

Farmers Branch, TX 75244

Ben@CapeRockCap.com
(214) 862-8716