Seeking a company to own and operate

Douglass Boyle Capital

Douglass Boyle Capital is an acquisition-focused group looking to purchase and operate a single, established business. We provide a straightforward path for owners who want to step back or retire, ensuring a smooth transition of leadership without unnecessary complexity.

EBITDA $500K–$1.5M

  • Valuation Range: 3.0x–4.5x EBITDA

  • Business Characteristics:

    • SDE/EBITDA: $500K – $1.5M

    • Acquisition Multiple: 3.0x – 4.5x

    • Stable, predictable cash flow

    • Low customer concentration

    • Owner transitioning due to retirement

    • Niche market leadership with specialized production

    • High operational leverage and scalability

    • Recurring maintenance and repair revenue

    • Operationally critical equipment

    • Skilled labor and niche expertise

    • Fragmented competitive environment

    • Recurring revenue streams from regulatory mandates

    • Customer retention is driven by compliance requirements

The Process

Step 1: Intro Call

  • Get to know each other and discuss your goals

Step 2: Meet in person / Initial Offer

  • Learn more about your business and future plans

Step 3: Letter of Intent (LOI) (1–2 weeks)

  • Agree on valuation, price, and key transaction terms

  • Execute LOI to initiate exclusivity

Step 4: Due Diligence & Deal Structuring (60–90 days)

  • Conduct comprehensive financial, operational, and legal diligence

  • Develop detailed transition plans

Step 5: Closing & Ownership Transition

Meet Jack Boyle

Jack Boyle is the founder of Douglass Boyle Capital. His focus is centered on acquiring and operating one business and driving long-term sustainable growth.

Born and raised in Wyoming, Jack grew up in a family shaped by entrepreneurship. Watching his father build, grow, and successfully exit an electrical contracting company influenced his understanding of business operations, growth, and the significance of a thoughtful exit strategy.

Jack's professional journey began at PPG Aerospace, where he managed budgeting and cost optimization for a $1 billion manufacturing operation. After earning his MBA from Carnegie Mellon University, Jack joined EY-Parthenon, advising on mergers and acquisitions and value creation strategies for private equity-backed companies where he gained expertise in structuring successful deals and identifying what drives long-term business success.

Most recently, Jack led Howe Coffee in Grove City PA through a transformative acquisition and integration of a roasting facility. During his tenure, he scaled operational volume tenfold, implemented advanced ERP systems, secured Safe Quality Foods (SQF) certification, and adeptly navigated complex commodity-driven supply chains amidst significant market volatility. With the business now independently stable, Jack stepped away to pursue acquiring his own company.

Jack is committed to identifying businesses with strong fundamentals, consistent revenue streams, and growth opportunities. He aims to build upon existing legacies, prioritize sustainable growth, and cultivate enduring value.