The Barnabas Approach
Selling your business isn’t just a financial decision, it’s a legacy decision. We place a values-aligned entrepreneur at the helm, support them with experienced guidance, and preserve the culture, people, and mission.
Financially
responsible buyer
We use debt responsibly to get more deals closed and reduce the burden on the business after acquisition.
Culture and
team-valued
We value your team, prioritizing their well being in our decision making process.
Maintain and build legacy
We want to build on what you have built, allowing your legacy to continue to grow.
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Reasonable growth targets
We target stable growth to preserve company culture and employee wellbeing.
Redemptive community impact
We see caring for the community around us as an integral part of stewarding a business.
Empower next generation
We empower local aspiring entrepreneurs to build wealth, not East Coast private equity.
What Sets Us Apart
Barnabas Ventures uniquely combines the strength of a professional investment partner with the heart of a values-aligned successor.
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Private Equity Model
Team: Professional CEO with aggressive growth incentives
Ownership: PE firm owns majority, returns depend on exit
Culture: Growth targets often add risk & stress
Time before next exit: 7-10 years
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Individual Entrepreneur
Team: Expertise limited to entrepreneur's knowledge
Ownership: Often 90% debt, adding significant risk
Culture: Dependent on entrepreneur
Time before next exit: Dependent on entrepreneur
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Barnabas Ventures
Team: Talented operator & experienced board
Ownership: Empowers entrepreneur to own majority
Culture: Empowering employees + improving community
Time before next exit: Indefinite
A Partner Who Sees Beyond Profit.
We measure success by more than just financial returns — holding each of our businesses accountable to a triple bottom line of economic performance, social impact, and spiritual health.
Our goal is to steward each company well, ultimately exiting our position to the entrepreneur, allowing them to lead and ensuring Kingdom-minded ownership.
