CHICAGO-BASED·search fund

One business.
Built to last.

Indput Capital Partners is an entrepreneur-led partnership seeking to acquire a high-quality business with a legacy of entrepreneurship, profitable impact, and growth.

Acquisition profile ICP · 2026
Target EBITDA$1–5M
Operating history10+ yrs
Hold horizonLong-term
Companies acquiredOne
01 — Our thesis

Our promise to you:

Our commitment rests on four principles — trust, alignment, continuity, and transparency.

01

Trust

Unlike private equity firms or other buyers, we know we have to earn your trust. You have built an incredible business, and we want you to have full confidence in the people carrying on your legacy. We will dedicate 100% of our career and attention to your business and we will do everything we can to prove your business is in good hands.

02

Alignment

We are passionate entrepreneurs who are looking to grow with the company and employees. We will make sure your goals are aligned with our vision. We offer flexibility around your transition and are open to finding ways for you to remain associated with your business if you so choose.

03

Continuity

We know you have a great business, and a big reason why is your people. We plan to lead your employees just as you have and want to keep them around. We will also move our lives and families to your community. We are in this for the long haul.

04

Transparency

We believe in open, honest communication at every step. There are no hidden agendas and no surprises — you will always know exactly where things stand, from our first conversation through the transition and well beyond the close.

What we look for

Ideal business profile.

A few clear criteria keep our search honest. If this is the business you built, we should talk.

Profitable & proven

10+ years of operating history with consistent, recurring profit.

$1–5M EBITDA

Healthy margins and predictable cash flow we can build on.

Loyal customers

A trusted brand with diversified, durable demand.

A team to keep

Capable people who want to stay and grow with new backing.

Owner seeking liquidity

A founder planning for liquidity and a lighter daily role.

Room to grow

Clear, fundable paths to expand revenue and reach.

Sectors — Real Estate Service Providers B2B Professional Services Fleet Management Manufacturing Services Workforce Development B2B Software
Why owners choose us

Built for continuity, not a flip.

We compete on certainty and care, not on price alone. What you hand us, we keep — and we run it the way you would.

One careful owner

Our mission is to protect the legacy and heritage of the business.

Your name & team stay

The company keeps its identity, its people, and its character.

Fair, transparent terms

A structure built around your goals for liquidity and your role.

A patient, long hold

Measured in decades. We are buying a home for your business.

Why sell to us
We want to work with you on a succession plan and exit that protects and grows the business you started through a tailored succession plan.
Justin E. Mott · Founder
How a partnership works

A straightforward path, on your timeline.

01

Introduction

A confidential, no-pressure conversation. We listen first.

02

Understanding

We learn the company together — people, customers, rhythm.

03

Offer & terms

A fair, transparent structure built around your goals.

04

Transition

A thoughtful handover that protects the team and legacy.

Justin E. Mott
05 — Leadership

Justin E. Mott

A serial entrepreneur and operator, Justin founded Indput Capital Partners to do one thing exceptionally well: find a great company, earn its owner's trust, and run it for the long term. He has led the growth of multi-million-dollar ventures across Chicago and mentors young entrepreneurs.

15+
Years operating
Chicago
Based in
One
Company sought
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06 — Get in touch

Start a confidential conversation.

Whether you're ready to sell or thinking years ahead, we'd value the chance to learn about your business — in full confidence. We don't do spam or share your information.

jmott@indput.com (617) 237-0717
Chicago, Illinois