Seeking a Mentor/Partner - Laying the Groundwork to Acquire a Service Business

I’m early in my career, preparing to acquire and operate a high-quality small business through a self-funded search starting next year. I’ve committed $300,000 of personal capital from a real estate flip and savings, and I’m focused on building a strong foundation: learning from experienced operators, studying deals, and understanding digital marketing. I’m targeting niche, high-margin service businesses—such as commercial fencing or pool installation—with custom work, recurring revenue (e.g., maintenance contracts), and $500K–$800K in EBITDA. Based in Michigan, I’m open to relocating anywhere in the U.S. for the right opportunity. For potential mentors or capital partners, I offer a driven young professional ready to lead daily operations and drive growth for a sustainable, high-performing business. I’m committed to co-investing opportunities and sharing future returns, ensuring our partnership creates mutual value. My goal is to collaborate with someone who’s backed or run a small service business, leveraging their operational experience or industry connections to guide due diligence and growth strategies. I’m seeking a mentor or future capital partner who shares my passion for small business and wants to support a serious operator ready to put in the work. If you’re interested in partnering, I’d value a brief call to discuss potential deal structures or share insights on the service sector. Thank you for reading!