Direct Acquirer — Europe
We buy established
cash-flowing businesses.
Aspen Ventures acquires profitable, B2B businesses directly. We are the buyer — not a broker, not a fund. We take over operations, retain the team, and build for the long term.
How We Acquire
We are the operator.
Not a middleman.
When you bring us a business, you are dealing directly with the acquirer. We don't syndicate, flip, or broker deals. We buy, we operate, and we hold. That means faster decisions, cleaner processes, and a buyer who genuinely cares about what happens to the business after close.
We structure deals to work for sellers: seller financing, earnouts, and deferred consideration are all on the table. We move at the founder's pace, not ours.
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We Are the Buyer — No Middlemen
You deal directly with the decision-maker. No investment committee delays, no fund approval process. We can issue an LOI within days of a qualifying conversation.
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Flexible Deal Structures
Seller financing, earnouts, deferred consideration, management rollover — we build structures around the founder's goals, not a rigid template.
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We Retain Your Team & Legacy
We don't gut businesses post-close. Your management stays, your brand stays, your culture stays. We build on what you've created.
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Operator-Led Value Creation
We bring AI-augmented operations, process improvements, and a scaling playbook — not cost cuts and layoffs. Our goal is compounding value, not strip-and-flip.
What We Buy
Profitable. Recurring.
Established. B2B-first.
$3M+
Minimum Annual Revenue
- Consistent year-on-year top-line performance
- Revenue quality reviewed — we look through the number
- Multi-year track record, not just a peak year
$500K+
Verified Net Profit
- Owner-adjusted EBITDA considered
- Profitability must be structural, not cyclical
- Margins hold under normalised owner compensation
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Predictable & Contractual Revenue
- Subscription, retainer, or contract-based model
- Entrenched customers, high switching costs
- Low dependence on one-time or project revenue
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Recurring Revenue Model
- Managed services, memberships, annual contracts
- Proven customer retention over 3+ years
- Revenue compounds without proportional cost growth
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Established & Stable
- 5+ years of verified operating history
- Growing or plateaued — both considered
- Systems and team in place for continuity
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Growth Levers Present
- Fragmented sector — bolt-on acquisition runway
- Value-add through AI or process improvement
- Underinvested in tech, sales, or distribution
B2B Sectors We Target
Recurring models. Contractual cash flows.
Priority
IT Managed Services & Tech-Enabled B2B
RecurringPriority
Occupational Health, Safety & Compliance
ContractualB2B Services
Staffing & Specialist Recruitment
RetainedB2B Services
Training, Certification & Accreditation
RecurringB2B Services
Facilities Management & Commercial Maintenance
ContractualB2B Services
Logistics, Distribution & Supply Chain
RecurringProfessional Services
Accounting, Legal & Compliance Advisory
RetainerHealthcare-Adjacent
Home Care & Personal Support Services
Recurring
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Not seeing your sector? The list above reflects our current priority areas — not our limits. We are open to any B2B business with recurring or contractual revenue, and will consider established B2C brands with a loyal repeat customer base and minimal advertising spend. If the cash flows are predictable and the business is proven, we want to hear about it.
About Us
Operators who buy,
not consultants who advise.
Aspen Ventures is led by Chaya Jadhav — a serial entrepreneur with multiple exits across B2B services, education, staffing, and e-commerce in the US and UK. We've been on both sides of the table, which is why founders trust us to take over what they've spent years building.
We are active acquirers — not a passive fund, not a holding company that manages from afar. We get involved, we improve operations, and we grow businesses for the long term.
Chaya Jadhav
Founder & Managing Partner
Multiple exits across digital media, e-commerce, B2B staffing, and education. Operator and investor with firsthand experience of every stage of the acquisition lifecycle — from sourcing and LOI through due diligence, close, and operational scale.
B2B ServicesStaffingEducationDigital MediaE-CommerceHealthcare-Adjacent
Our Approach
"We answer to founders,
not fund managers."
We are not a private equity fund. We are entrepreneurs who have built, scaled, and exited companies — and we bring that same operating instinct to every acquisition. No LP timelines. No forced exits. We buy to hold, and we hold to grow.
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EuropeActive across European markets with local broker networks, legal infrastructure, and financing relationships in place.
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Flexible Deal StructuresSeller financing, earnouts, and deferred consideration are all on the table. We build the structure around the seller's needs.
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Long-Term HoldWe don't flip. We acquire businesses we believe in and operate them for years — compounding value steadily over time.
Have a business to sell?
Let's have a confidential conversation.
We respond within 48 hours. No hard sell — just a straightforward conversation to see if it's a fit.
Co-Investment & Operatorships in Europe
We partner with self-funded operators
to acquire cash-flowing businesses.
If you're acquiring a business in the UK, Europe or the US and want a capital partner — Aspen Ventures co-invests alongside you, providing equity, deal expertise, and hands-on post-close support.
Who We Partner With
Built by operators.
For self-funded operators.
We are the operating partner. You are the operator. Together, we acquire and scale established B2B businesses across the UK, Europe and the US — with full transparency, aligned incentives, and no passive fund layers in between.
We source the deals, run due diligence, negotiate, close, and operate post-acquisition. You co-invest alongside us with defined equity terms, clear reporting, and an operator who is accountable — not a fund manager collecting fees.
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Equity Co-Investment Structures
We structure equity partnerships with clear ownership splits, defined return expectations, and no hidden fees. Active across UK, Europe and the US.
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We Run the Deal — You Back It
We handle sourcing, diligence, negotiation, legal, and close. You review the deal materials, approve the investment, and participate in governance without the operational burden.
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Transparent Reporting & Governance
Monthly financials, quarterly board updates, and direct access to the operating partner. You always know how your investment is performing.
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Long-Term Hold, Compounding Returns
We target holds of 5–10 years, not quick flips. Returns come from operating cash flow distributions and long-term value appreciation — not financial engineering.
Deal Criteria
Deals we co-invest in.
$5M+
Minimum Annual Revenue
- Consistent year-on-year performance
- Revenue quality reviewed — we look through the number
- Multi-year track record, not just a peak year
$1M+
Verified Net Profit
- Owner-adjusted EBITDA considered
- Profitability must be structural, not cyclical
- Margins hold under normalised owner compensation
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Predictable & Contractual Revenue
- Subscription, retainer, or contract-based
- High customer switching costs
- Low project/one-time revenue dependence
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Recurring Model
- Managed services, memberships, annual contracts
- Proven retention over 3+ years
- Revenue that compounds without proportional cost growth
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5+ Years Operating History
- Verified track record
- Growing or plateaued — both fine
- Team and systems in place for transition
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Clear Growth Levers
- Fragmented sector with bolt-on potential
- Operational value-add opportunity
- Underinvested in tech, sales, or distribution
How It Works
How an equity partnership works.
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Connect
Reach out to discuss your interest. We'll share our current pipeline and upcoming acquisition targets for co-investor review.
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Screen
We share a full deal pack — financials, diligence summary, investment thesis, and proposed equity structure — under NDA.
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Analyse
You review the deal pack, ask questions, and decide whether to participate. No pressure, no obligation.
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Due Diligence
If you're in, we align on equity terms, co-investment amount, and governance rights. Legal docs are straightforward and founder-friendly.
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Scale Together
We close, take over operations, and send you monthly updates. You receive distributions from operating cash flow on an agreed schedule.
Have a signed LOI?
Let's talk.
We partner with equity co-investors on deals where an LOI is already signed. Share your deal and we'll review it within 48 hours.