Respecting the Past. Building the Future.
On a mission to buy and operate in the long-term one exceptional business to steward it into the future in support of a purpose and impact that matter
ABridge Keystone Partners is a search fund founded with the sole purpose of acquiring and growing a single remarkable business. We are looking for a business owner who is planning the next stage in their life, but want their business, legacy, and employees to be treated right. We want to partner with you and provide peace of mind, transparency, and flexibility as you make the transition. We are backed by a group of experienced entrepreneurs, investors, and operators who share a long-term vision for sustainable value creation.
Small businesses are the backbone of the American economy. We believe deeply in their promise, their people, and their potential — and in their power to drive prosperity across communities large and small. We are focused on partnering with an owner-operated business where we can preserve the company’s legacy while bringing fresh energy, strategic focus, and operational excellence to support its continued growth.
Why Us
Our approach is grounded in purpose and guided by core values—integrity, curiosity, and respect for the people, culture, and communities that make each business unique.
Doing the Right Thing
With a deep commitment to the search fund model and a long-term, people-first mindset, we’re in this for the right reasons: to steward a business with care, preserve what makes it great, and create enduring value. Our goal is to always think long-term to prioritize the company’s culture, support its people, and build on what already works in a thoughtful manner.
Hands-On Servant Leadership, Day One
Arthur will step in full-time as CEO, bringing energy, focus, and accountability to the business, its people and the broader community. With a track record of building and leading high-performing organizations, managing complex operations and aligning cross-functional teams to deliver results in high-stakes settings, he’s a proven operator committed to the long-term success of the business and its people.
Built for Succession, Not Flip
We’re not financial engineers. We're relentless about operational excellence, thoughtful growth, and building something durable — not just chasing short-term gains. We believe in honoring a company’s legacy, investing in its people, and leading it through its next chapter with discipline, care and respect.
What We Look For
-
Existing scale
Enterprise Value between $5–$50 million and annual EBITDA between $1.5–$10 million
-
Recurring demand & strong margins
Demonstrated history of stable, robust, and recurring cash flows with high EBITDA margins
-
Mission criticality
Providing essential products or services with high customer retention
Team
“I’m energized by the tremendous opportunity and privilege to apply my management skills and top-notch training as a force for good—unlocking the full potential of people, organizations, and communities and helping them thrive. I look forward to serving as a values-driven, servant leader who fosters a people-first culture and creates both economic and personal fulfillment opportunities for the employees and partners of the small business I acquire. I’m deeply motivated by the enduring value that can be created in the context of a small- to mid-sized private company, and by the profound, positive impact entrepreneurs can have on all stakeholders throughout their journey.”
If you're considering succession and care deeply about finding the right next steward for your business, Arthur would be honored to hear your story. Contact us.
abelkin@abridgekeystone.com
Operating from Dallas, TX