How We Invest

Our Approach

We invest in businesses that are ready to grow but need the right support to do it.

Many of the companies we partner with are led by founders and based in the Southeast. They have strong local traction but have hit a ceiling, often because the team is lean, the owner is wearing too many hats, or they have not had the guidance or capital needed to scale.

We help these companies level up. That might mean building out the leadership team, improving operations, or introducing strategic capital. We step in where we can make the biggest difference.

We also make passive investments in select private equity and venture opportunities where we see strong alignment and long-term potential.

The Acumen Advantage

We started Acumen after years of working across private equity, growth marketing, and investor relations. We saw too many firms chasing deals without stepping in to solve the real challenges companies face. We built Acumen to do it differently.

Passionate Leadership

We bring energy, commitment, and a founder-first mindset to every partnership.

Sector Experience

Our diverse backgrounds across industries help us spot opportunities and scale businesses with precision.

Operational Excellence

We focus on building strong foundations that drive sustainable growth and long-term success.

Financial Discipline

We invest with a clear eye on fundamentals, smart structuring, and measurable outcomes.

Investment Criteria

Headquartered in the Southeast

Proven product or service with a loyal customer base

Founders or owners who are open to collaboration

Revenue between $1-10 million or a clear path to scale

Opportunities where we can add operational or strategic value

Structures include buyouts, growth equity, and passive participation

Where We Invest

We work directly with companies in sectors like