Small Business Acquisition Platform · Los Angeles, CA

We Acquire.
We Optimize.
We Grow.

FUSE Growth identifies, acquires, and transforms essential service businesses — unlocking the value that already exists in companies with strong cash flow but untapped potential.

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25+

Years Operating Experience


$1 - 3M

Target Revenue Range


SBA 7(a)

Financing Model


DSCR 1.5x+

Coverage Target

Jeremy Stephan
25+
Years in Business

About FUSE Growth

Operator-led.
Experience-backed.

FUSE Growth is led by Jeremy Stephan — a 25-year business builder with a track record spanning agency ownership, enterprise sales leadership, and startup investing across Los Angeles and global markets.

Jeremy has built revenue organizations from zero, scaled teams across the US and internationally, and closed complex engagements for clients including Disney, Walmart, NBC, and MoneyGram. He founded and operated a M+ marketing and promotions agency — which means he understands small business from the inside.

That operational depth is what differentiates FUSE Growth. We don't just acquire businesses — we know how to run them better.

Operator First
We've built and run businesses. We know what it takes.
Pattern Recognition
We identify gaps and upside quickly — and act on them.
Long-Term Vision
We build platforms, not just portfolios.
Aligned Interests
Our success is tied directly to the success of every business we own.

What We Acquire

Essential service businesses
with room to grow.

We focus on industries that are recession-resilient, highly fragmented, and underserved by modern systems — where experienced operational leadership creates measurable, lasting value.



Target Industries
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HVAC & Mechanical Services
✨
Residential & Commercial Cleaning
🏗️
Restoration & Remediation
🎨
Commercial Painting
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Fire Inspection & Safety Services
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Other Essential Home & Commercial Services
Acquisition Criteria
1 - 3M in Annual Revenue
Sweet spot is 1M–3M, but we evaluate strong fits across the full range. Proven, stable revenue only — not startups or turnarounds.
3+ Years of Consistent Profitability
Typically 00K–M in SDE with clear upside from operational improvements. Strong cash flow from day one.
Strong Local Reputation
Recurring customers, community trust, and 10–40 years of operating history. These are the foundations we build from.
Motivated Seller
Retirement, transition, or simply ready for what's next. We make the process fair, straightforward, and respectful of your timeline.
What We Don't Acquire
Restaurants & retail-dependent businesses · Highly cyclical or discretionary consumer businesses · Unclear financials · Asset-heavy, low-margin operations

For Business Sellers

You built something worth protecting.

Selling your business is one of the most significant decisions you'll make. At FUSE Growth, we approach every conversation with respect for what you've built — and a commitment to a process that is clear, fair, and honest.

We are operators, not just investors. That means we plan to run the businesses we acquire — not flip them, strip them, or hand them off to someone who doesn't understand them. Continuity for your team, your customers, and the culture you built is part of every deal we make.

And you don't need to be ready to sell to have a conversation. Many of our best relationships start with: "I'm not sure what I want to do yet." That's perfectly fine. We're patient, and we're not going anywhere.

01
Initial Conversation
A confidential, no-pressure call to understand your business, your goals, and your timeline. No obligation, no rush.
02
Business Review
We review financials and operations with discretion. Our criteria are clear — if it's a fit, we move forward decisively.
03
Letter of Intent
A straightforward offer. We don't waste your time with complex structures or lowball tactics.
04
Close & Transition
We work with you on a transition that protects your employees, your customers, and your legacy.
“We’re not here to take your business. We’re here to continue your legacy — and evolve it.”
— Every transition is different, and we're flexible. Whether that means a full acquisition, a gradual handoff, or seller involvement during the transition period — we work around your needs, not ours. We're building something long-term, and that starts with doing right by the people who built what we're acquiring.

For Partners

We're the buyer your clients
actually want to work with.

For Business Brokers
A reliable buyer who can close.
We know what we're looking for, and we're not learning on the job. When a business fits our criteria, we move decisively — with financing already understood and a process that respects your client's time.
  • Clear, published acquisition criteria — no guessing games
  • SBA financing model fully understood and in place
  • Experienced operator who can articulate value to both buyers and sellers
  • Ongoing deal flow relationship — we're building a platform, not making one purchase
  • Responsive and professional throughout the entire process
For SBA Lenders & Financiers
Disciplined underwriting. Experienced operator.
We target businesses that meet rigorous criteria before entering any lending conversation. Our acquisition model is built around SBA 7(a) financing, and we understand the requirements, timelines, and documentation involved.
  • Targets limited to stable, cash-flowing businesses with 3+ years profitability
  • We specifically seek businesses with DSCR above 1.5x — strong coverage from day one
  • Revenue range of M–M creates appropriate, right-sized loan structures
  • Structured approach: ~80% SBA / ~10% equity / ~10% seller financing
  • Platform model means an ongoing, repeat lending relationship — not a one-time transaction

For Investors

Capital that works
as hard as we do.

01
Essential Industries, Recession-Resilient Cash Flow
We target businesses people need regardless of economic cycles — HVAC, cleaning, restoration, safety services. Demand doesn't disappear in a downturn.
02
SBA Leverage Creates Capital Efficiency
Our financing structure allows us to acquire significantly more business value than equity alone would permit — amplifying returns without requiring outsized capital commitments.
03
Operational Upside is Real and Measurable
These businesses generate strong cash flow but lack modern CRM systems, digital marketing, and operational discipline. Implementing these drives meaningful margin improvement — quickly.
04
Platform Structure Grows Enterprise Value
Individual businesses trade at small-company multiples. A professionally managed portfolio trades at significantly higher multiples — creating value beyond the sum of the parts.
Interested in participating as an investor?
We are selectively partnering with aligned investors to participate in our initial acquisitions. Investment is made at the holding company level, with capital deployed across multiple businesses as the platform grows.
20–30%
Target Annual Return
10x
SBA Leverage Ratio
Portfolio
Diversified Platform
Aligned
Operator + Investor
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Investment opportunities are discussed privately. All projections are illustrative and not a guarantee of returns.

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Let's start
a conversation.

Whether you're a business owner thinking about your next chapter, a broker with a potential deal, a lender building your network, or an investor exploring opportunities — we'd like to hear from you.

Location
Los Angeles, California