Searching in Philly?

May 20, 2026

by Luke Tatone from Massachusetts Institute of Technology - MIT Sloan School of Management in Portland, OR, USA

We're working hard to grow the Searchfunder community in Philadelphia. Please take a moment to introduce yourself below. Some questions to consider answering: Where are you based? What is your background? What's your buy box? Have you acquired yet? Where do you need the most help right now? Where can you provide help to others? Anything else on your mind? We'll be able to have much deeper discussions if you can provide as much detail as possible. A paragraph or two is perfect. Be sure to tag (@) when replying to comments to make sure your sub-comments are read.

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from Cornell University in Philadelphia, PA, USA

Hi everyone — I’m based in Fitler Square and currently searching for a business(es) to acquire alongside my husband. My background is in strategy, sales operations, and enablement. I spent ~10 years at Comcast, most recently leading Sales Operations & Strategy for a large B2B sales organization. Most of my experience has been around scaling teams, operational process design, analytics, and cross-functional leadership. We are currently evaluating eCommerce and digital marketplace businesses, especially those in unique niches. We are under LOI on one business but still searching for another. I’m looking forward to connecting with others in the Philly ecosystem and especially interested in helping more women enter the space, think through their buy box, and get clearer on the types of businesses they want to pursue and why.

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from Hofstra University in Philadelphia, PA, USA

Started a seafood distribution business in Hong Kong which has evolved into a platform for large QSR clients to build their own seafood value-add products using our seafood and food factory network in Asia. In the process of opening an office in Philly. Have been searching to operate and/or buy a frozen seafood/F&B distribution business in the US to further springboard growth in the US. DM's always welcome.

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