A Permanent Home for “Small” Businesses

WHAT WE DO OUR CRITERIA

About LITC

LITC Limited is an Irish entity formed in 2022 with the purpose of providing permanent ownership capital for the acquisition of smaller cash flowing investment opportunities. The investment range we are looking for is $1.5 million to $6 million.

What we do

At LITC, we buy and grow companies with the intent of never selling. We're not just looking for quick profits or short-term gains. We believe in investing in companies for the long haul, creating a home where businesses and their legacies can thrive for generations to come.

Purchase

A simple, transparent process, a quick closing in 3 months or less, and a fair price.

Transition

We help the business maintain its independence while we establish trust with the team, customers, and vendors, with our backing.

Grow

As the new, permanent owner, we invest in the business, people and operations (i.e. sales, accounting, tech, HR, etc.

Criteria

Companies in our family usually have many of the following characteristics.

Criteria

  • HQ located in US or Ireland
  • Annual revenues of $3-30 million Margin greater than 10%
  • Consistent Year on year growth Established more than 10 years
  • “Old Economy” industries that aren’t sensitive to economic cycles

Business Owner

  • Seeking retirement or less day-to-day involvement
  • Prefers a permanent new owner to grow the business’s legacy and keep all employees on staff
  • Reasonable valuation expectation
  • Keep “skin in the game” via seller note or small ownership stake

Our Edge

At our core, we are dedicated and passionate to help businesses thrive and realize their full potential, while preserving the owners’ legacies for the long term.

LITC PE Firm Strategic Buyer (e.g. competitor)
Your Legacy, Our Responsability 100% of our time and effort to growing your company One of many business; little time or attention Absorbed as one of many divisions / subsidiaries
Timeline We are in it for the long haul 3-5 year strict timeline Depends on competitor
Day 1 After Closing We operate the company day-to-day alongside employees and advisors Strategy dictated to employees by PE firm to maximize profit Integrate company into competitor; company likely goes away
Funding “Permanent Capital” from entrepreneurs and operators Large institutions with strict mandates Competitor’s balance sheet and credit lines
Goal Long Term Growth Slash expenses, add debt, position company for re-sale Integrate company into the competitor
Seller Involvement Depends on seller’s desires; we are flexible Full-time commitment None

Careers

Join LITC and be part of a collaborative and inclusive work environment where we invest in your development and celebrate diversity. Achieve your career goals with us and make a meaningful impact on our customers' lives.

Associate or Analyst

Associate or Analyst depending on experience [Dublin, Ireland]:

– Looking for a key player who will be front and center on deal sourcing/ analysis/ negotiation/ and shepherding in the 1-5m EBITDA space. Who is interested in having a significant role in building out the enterprise.

Successful candidate will have:

– Private Equity or Corporate Finance Experience.

– Demonstrated achievements

– Competitive and analytically minded

 

CEO

CEO [San Francisco Bay Area]:: Looking for a dynamic leader who wants to dive in, roll up their sleeves and chart the course for growing the company with a three year timeline for the successful candidate being sponsored, by us, to buyout the company. 

– Company currently doing 4m top line

– Located on the San Francisco Peninsula (silicon Valley)

– Industry is In Home Healthcare with a couple of unique ‘edges’

Candidate must have:

– Demonstrated leadership capabilities and achievements

– Interest in being involved in the local community

– Bonus if relevant industry experience, or military background

Our Team

Our team is a diverse and passionate group of professionals who are committed to driving success for our partners and creating a positive impact in our communities.

Ian Hamilton

Owner

Ian Hamilton is a seasoned finance professional with over 20 years of expertise in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). His focus lies in financial products, software, and underwriting, serving in fiduciary capacities at the intersection of blue and white-collar industries. Ian's diverse background includes ventures such as rose imports, walnut farming, cattle operations, offshore sailboat racing, real estate management, and even serving as a cadet within the foreign merchant marine. Additionally, Ian is a devoted family man with three young children and a remarkable wife. Currently, Ian manages multiple entities under his ownership, including a home healthcare business and a trading company. Through his varied experiences, he has developed a unique perspective on the realms of business and finance, emphasizing adaptability, calculated risk-taking, and exploring new growth avenues. He has co-founded trading desks, successfully established robust distribution systems and networks, and played a pivotal role in guiding businesses towards triumph by means of calculated risk-taking and venturing into uncharted avenues of growth.

Fizza Daud

Financial Analyst

Fizza, our financial analyst who works closely with Ian Hamilton to ensure smooth operations and growth of businesses. With years of experience in financial analysis and strategy, she is a skilled problem-solver and is committed to delivering exceptional results.

Contact Us

Thanks for your interest in LITC. We value your inquiries and are excited to hear from you. Trust and confidentiality are fundamental to our business. Contact us today and let us help you achieve your business goals.

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Location:

LITC Limited, Ground Floor, 71 Lower Baggot Street, Dublin, D02 P593, Ireland