Why Brokers work With Us
American Operator acquires America’s best small businesses alongside skilled operators, delivering a fast, certain close funded with cash at closing and a trusted successor for your client’s business.
We work closely with brokers and their clients to ensure fair value and appreciation for the years of dedication behind each business.
American Operator funds acquisitions directly from our balance sheet with committed capital. There are no bank financing or lending risks or dependencies.
Our team has partnered with owners on more than 97 small-business transactions, giving us the experience to structure deals effectively, move quickly, and close with confidence.
Every transaction is guided by an industry expert who supports diligence, helps select the right operator, and serves on the board to guide key decisions.
Successor Ready for Transition
For businesses with a clear internal or local successor, we place that successor as CEO and provide the capital and deal execution support needed to complete the transition and create a clear path to the majority owner.
Need a Qualified Successor
For businesses without an identified internal or local successor, we partner with a trusted operator from our network with years of relevant industry experience to lead as CEO and become the majority owner over time.
Businesses Preserved
Operators in Network
TEV Transacted
our Buy Box
We acquire $2–5 million TEV small businesses across all industries including home services, B2B services, value-add distribution, and light manufacturing with typically 10 or more years in operation.
Revenue
$3-10+ million
Adjusted EBITDA
TTM > $950K, with 2 years above $750K
Typical Price
$3.5M
Location
Continental U.S.
Customer Concentration
Prefer < 20% customer concentration and minimal project-based revenue.
Minimal Transition Risk
No more than three key individuals departing post-sale, with at least 6 retained employees
Red Flags
Unreasonable owner dependence, outstanding compliance or legal issues, declining revenue, off-books labor
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