About Hadley Family Capital

Hadley Family Capital is the direct investing arm of Hadley Family Office focused exclusively on supporting acquisition entrepreneurs through search funds and entrepreneurial acquisitions, providing value-add operational expertise.

Company Overview

• Founded: 2018 as part of Hadley Family Office
• Headquarters: Greater Toronto Area, Canada (based outside Toronto)
• Focus: Search fund investments and entrepreneurial acquisitions
• Structure: Family office direct investing arm

Investment Criteria

• Investment Size: $500K - $3M USD typical range
• Maximum Investment: Up to $3M USD (with capacity for larger deals through family office)
• Ownership: Typically represents 10-20% of cap table
• Board Participation: Board seats where value-add opportunities exist
• Investment Types: Equity and growth equity

Target Profile

Hadley Family Capital focuses on:

• Profitability: Enduringly profitable businesses
• Revenue Model: Recurring revenues preferred
• Margins: Strong EBITDA margins
• Market Position: High switching costs and market defensibility
• Industry: Industry agnostic approach

Geographic Focus

• Primary Markets: USA and Canada
• Secondary Markets: UK and Australia (selective investments)
• Approach: Concentrated geographic focus with deep market knowledge

Portfolio Performance

With 8 completed acquisitions from 17 search entrepreneurs backed:

• Aerosweep: Aviation debris management solutions
• Shell-O-Matic: Industrial automation and robotics solutions
• 6 Additional Acquisitions: Undisclosed portfolio companies

Investment Philosophy

• Long-term Partnership: Flexible, long-term investor approach
• Entrepreneur Support: 17 search entrepreneurs backed total
• Value Creation: Operational expertise and strategic guidance
• Family Office Backing: Access to additional family office resources

Search Fund Focus

Hadley Family Capital specializes in:

• Traditional search fund structures
• Entrepreneurial acquisition support
• Operational value-add services
• Long-term partnership with entrepreneurs

Value Proposition

Hadley Family Capital offers entrepreneurs:

• Direct family office backing with patient capital
• Operational expertise and value-add services
• Flexible investment structures (10-20% ownership typical)
• Long-term partnership approach
• Access to broader family office network and resources
• Geographic diversification across North America and select international markets

Competitive Advantages

• Family Office Structure: Access to patient, flexible capital
• Operational Focus: Hands-on value creation approach
• Selective Geography: Deep expertise in core markets
• Entrepreneur Centric: Focus on supporting acquisition entrepreneurs
• Track Record: Proven success with search fund investments