Kickpoint Ventures is an operating and private investment firm in Birmingham, MI.
WHO WE ARE
We’re experienced operators and investors focused on investing in and growing established, profitable businesses. We use our own capital alongside long-term partners, including select family offices and private investors, to build durable, high-performing service, distribution, and manufacturing businesses.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR
We focus on strong businesses that need help with succession and professionalizing for scale.
Size: $1–5M EBITDA
Location: Primarily Southeast Michigan, with flexibility for the right opportunity
Type: Niche service, distribution, and light manufacturing companies with room to grow
Opportunistic: Value-added manufacturing, industrial services, specialized distribution
HOW WE INVEST AND OPERATE
Owner-Operator Model: We invest in businesses and lead them directly, bringing hands-on experience and long-term focus.
Flexible Partnerships: We can invest independently or alongside private equity and family offices who share our operating mindset.
Long-term, Patient Capital: Our investment approach prioritizes flexibility and patience, allowing businesses to reach their full potential rather than rushing short-term exits.
Advisory Support: In select cases, we advise founders and families on growth, succession, or strategic expansion.
HOW WE CREATE VALUE
Drive Growth: Strengthen sales, pricing, and customer experience.
Build Systems: Improve consistency, efficiency, and profitability via better processes and technology.
Expand Strategically: Identify and integrate add-on acquisitions that build capability and reach.
Enable Transitions: Help owners step back or hand off leadership while preserving culture and momentum.
What's a kickpoint?
Kickpoint: where a hockey stick or golf club bends most, bringing power to impact
