We're driven, locally rooted entrepreneurs—not a distant investment firm focused on short-term gains. With deep ties to Arizona, we're committed to supporting the businesses, owners, and communities that make our state strong. We take a thoughtful, relationship-driven approach, investing time to understand the business, its goals, and the people behind it. Through an open and collaborative process, we work together to explore opportunities for growth, investment, or ownership transition, ensuring everyone has the time and information needed to determine the right path forward.We’re driven, locally rooted entrepreneurs—not a distant investment firm focused on short-term gains. With deep ties to Arizona, we’re committed to investing in and supporting our local community. We take a thoughtful, hands-on approach to learning about the business and building a strong relationship with you, giving both of us the time to assess if we’re the right fit for a successful transition. This collaborative process ensures we can determine together whether this is the right next step for the business and its future.

Additionally, we’re committed to offering a fair, market-driven price, ensuring you’re compensated for the value you’ve built while also facilitating a smooth transition. We’re open to exploring different deal structures to find the approach that works best for you and aligns with your goals.

We believe strong alignment and a solid owner/buyer relationship are key to a smooth transition and long-term success. Tim has sold a company, and we’ve seen the Tuft & Needle acquisition up close, so we have a clear sense of what works—and what to watch out for—when ownership changes hands.

Financial terms, legal docs, and deal structure are all important. But they’re not the only things that matter, and that can get lost in the momentum of a deal. Even the most well-crafted agreement doesn’t guarantee a smooth handoff if there isn’t real trust and alignment between both sides.

As investors and operators, we’ve seen how much cultural fit, shared values, and clear communication shape outcomes after the deal closes. That’s why we put so much weight on building a strong connection with the owner from the start—to make sure the business is set up to thrive well beyond the transition.

We don't pretend to have all the answers, but we're happy to roll up our sleeves and work alongside you during this exploratory phase to see how we collaborate in practice. This hands-on approach allows us to move beyond surface-level conversations and develop a deeper understanding of the business, its opportunities, and its challenges. We don't believe in high-level consulting filled with buzzwords and presentations. Instead, we focus on meaningful engagement that creates value and helps both sides evaluate potential opportunities.

What this looks like will vary for each business. Whether it's brainstorming ideas, reviewing operational processes, or working through real business challenges, we'll tailor the approach to what makes the most sense for you. Along the way, you'll gain insight into how we think about businesses, evaluate opportunities, and approach important decisions. Our goal is to create enough shared understanding for everyone to determine whether a longer-term relationship, investment opportunity, or ownership transition is the right fit.

We're primarily interested in established businesses with stable operating histories and strong positions within durable industries. We are particularly drawn to companies that generate between $500,000 and $2 million in owner earnings, maintain healthy margins, and have built loyal customer relationships over time. We're industry agnostic, so whether you're in retail, B2B services, specialized manufacturing, or another stable sector, we'd welcome the opportunity to learn more about your business.

We are especially interested in businesses that have opportunities for continued growth through operational improvements, technology adoption, process optimization, or digital marketing. Companies that serve regional markets or occupy defensible niche positions are often particularly compelling. While every situation is unique, we generally focus on businesses with long-term growth potential and avoid industries that are highly speculative or subject to significant volatility.

Our focus with Zags is on working with owners looking to sell their company, but we do take on a small number of paid consulting opportunities based on current bandwidth and availability. If you think our expertise could help you and your business, feel free to reach out! Our consulting projects start at $25k per month.