Garden City Companies

About The Fund

Garden City Companies is a people-first holding company that focuses on acquiring and growing exceptional founder and family-owned businesses. With a philosophy centered on providing fair and straightforward exits for business owners, they aim to respect each company's culture and legacy while offering the benefits of a strategic and financial partnership. Recognizing the importance of protecting teams and cultures, Garden City Companies offers liquidity opportunities and the potential for a 'second bite at the apple' through flexible deal structures and a view toward long-term value creation rather than short-term flips. They seek to partner with businesses that demonstrate strong annual net earnings of $3-10M+, a competitive edge, a solid non-owner management team, at least 7 years of profitable operations, healthy margins of at least 10% net, and a high integrity reputation. With specialties in Seed, Series A, and Series B investments, their investment range lies between $100,000 and $5,000,000, with a sweet spot of $1,500,000. They primarily target industries such as HealthTech and Fitness, Medical Devices and Hospital Services, Healthcare and Wellness, and Consumer sectors. The company boasts a strong network of influential investors and advisors that include CEOs, founders, professional athletes, authors, and CEOs from diverse industries. Garden City Companies positions itself as a forever home for businesses, with a promise of value protection and creation, presenting itself as an alternative to both remaining independent and traditional private equity. Their operations highlight a dedication to straightforward dealings, focusing on what truly matters to maintain a supportive environment where workers can thrive.