Building the next chapter for industrial SMEs in the South-West
We’re dedicated to acquiring and operating a single, high-quality business for the long-term.
Our goal is to build on your legacy by working with the team to grow the company sustainably.
Catalpa Capital
WHY CATALPA?
Extensive hands-on operational and leadership experience.
Will enhance the existing business through best-in-class practices.
Expertise in identifying and delivering new growth opportunities.
Locally based and committed to the long-term.
OUR APPROACH:
Legacy
We honour the culture, customers, and the wider reputation that you’ve built.
People first
We prioritise employees, relationships and leadership continuity.
Flexible transitions
We tailor deal structures to meet your personal goals.
Direct communication
Owner-led, no corporate bureaucracy.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR - OUR INVESTMENT CRITERIA
Sectors: Light manufacturing and industrial logistics
Track record: At least 10 years of operating and recent growth record
Size: £4M–£20M in revenue | £600K+ EBITDA or 15%+ margin
Stage: Succession or owner-exit situation
Location: Headquartered in the Southern English counties
About us
Alex is the principal of Catalpa Capital. He trained as a manufacturing engineer and brings over 20 years of operational and strategic leadership in global packaged consumer goods companies — primarily in food & beverage.
He has held general management responsibilities, built large-scale national operations and has repeatedly made significant positive impact on the businesses he’s worked in at both local and global levels. Alex’s emphasis is on continuing to build the team and its capability to keep growing and improving the business.
Alex is based in Dorset and is ready to engage directly and discreetly with owners considering a transition.