IESE MBA Looking to raising a traditional search fund

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July 30, 2025

by a searcher from IESE Business School in Shanghai, 上海市中国

Hi everyone, My name is Chuanlong (Linus), an aspiring search fund entrepreneur based in Shanghai, China. I graduated from the IESE MBA program in 2017 and have 13 years of experience across investment evaluation, operations, and entrepreneurship. I’m currently in the fundraising phase for a China-focused search fund, targeting resilient, succession-ready businesses in the lower middle market. Over the next decade, an estimated 3 million of China’s 50+ million private SMEs are expected to face succession needs. I believe this presents a compelling opportunity for patient, hands-on ownership — and I’m looking to build long-term partnerships with like-minded investors. If this resonates, I’d love to connect. Feel free to message me here or reach out at redacted Best regards, Chuanlong (Linus)
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Reply by an investor
from University of St. Gallen in Berlin, Deutschland
Thanks for tagging Luke. However, my investment focus is Europe with selected investments in USA. Good luck, Chuanlong!
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Reply by an intermediary
from Universidad Complutense de Madrid in Spain
good luck with the raise. Most founders in China are stil young to sell, plenty of growth opportunitites
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