Empowering Business Transitions – Together

The only platform connecting profitable small businesses with serious investors while providing the operational expertise to maximize exit value.

A $10 Trillion Opportunity

Every day, profitable small businesses struggle to exit successfully while investors miss out on proven opportunities. Millions of profitable businesses need a better way to transition as the owners look to retire – and we’re here to provide it.

1 M

SMBs worth $10 trillion need new ownership by 2040

1 %

lack a succession plan

1 %

remain unsold after a year

1 %

Most exists happen at 50% below optimal valuation

1 +

YEAR OF EXPERIENCE
IN IT SOLUTION

For Business Owners

Fast, Fair,
Confidential Exits

Lightyear Ventures offers quick, transparent exits, protecting your legacy and ensuring business continuity.

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For Investors

Invest in Proven, Profitable Businesses

Gain access to carefully vetted North American businesses delivering strong returns and sustainable growth.

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For Operators

Refine your CEO skills

Establish a thriving, profitable business with comprehensive operational support. You’ll receive a well-defined strategy and a dedicated team to assist you in all facets of running your business.

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How It Works

Our integrated digital operating model – combining investment and hands-on operations powered by technology platform – ensures every business in our portfolio reaches its full potential.

1 Identify & Acquire

We carefully source and evaluate profitable small businesses. Our team conducts thorough due diligence and offers fair, timely deals to owners.

2 Transform & Grow

Our in-house experts drive growth. We streamline operations, implement technology, and boost profitability through our Business Accelerator Platform. We increase the value of your business, making it desirable at exit.

3 Harvest Returns

As the business thrives, investors enjoy dividend income and value appreciation. We plan optimal exit strategies or continue to scale for long-term gains.

About Lightyear Ventures

Our goal is to unlock the full potential of small businesses and their owners by bridging the gap between thoseready to exit and those eager to invest.

An Investment Fund + Venture Studio + Business Accelerator All In One

We combine the financial power of an equity fund with the hands-on support of a venture studio & a technology enabled accelerator platform. This means we don’t just write checks – we become partners in each business we acquire or help acquire.

Our team actively manages each business pre & post-acquisition, focusing on long-term value creation & appointing qualified operators to execute the playbook. We implement efficient processes, modernize operations, and nurture leadership within the company.

We add value in four key ways:

Active pre-acquisition management

Active post-acquisition management

Growth enabled transformation expertise

High Calibre operating team that executes

What Our
Partners Say

At Lightyear Ventures, our success is measured by the lasting relationships we build and the value we create for our partners, investors, and business owners. Every collaboration reflects our commitment to integrity, strategic growth, and transformative results. Here’s what some of our clients and partners have to say about their experience working with us.

“Working with Lightyear Ventures made a complex transition seamless. Their team guided our business through each stage valuation, acquisition, and growth with clarity and integrity. We felt supported, informed, and confident every step of the way.”

Michael Grant

Founder & CEO

“As an investor, I appreciate Lightyear Ventures’ disciplined approach. Their rigorous evaluation, transparent reporting, and hands-on operational support mean I can trust that portfolio companies are positioned for growth and exit. A rare combination of financial expertise and execution capability.”

Laura Bennett

Private Equity Investor & Partner

“Lightyear Ventures doesn’t just buy businesses they partner with you. Their accelerator platform transformed our operations, modernized our systems, and unlocked value we’d never thought possible. The results speak for themselves.”

David Kim

Chief Operating Officer

“Selling our business felt like losing our legacy until we engaged Lightyear Ventures. They respected what we built, protected our team’s future, and delivered a fair exit. I highly recommend them to any owner looking for a trusted transition partner.”