Investment Criteria
Annual Revenue
$2M – $5M
EBITDA / SDE
$750K – $2M
Geography
New England
Industries
Industry Agnostic
Business Profile
Strong Fundamentals
Transition
Seller Support
Why Me?
Full-Time Operator
This business will be my full-time job — not one of many in a portfolio. I’m in it for the long term and I’ll be the hands-on owner running it day to day.
People First
I’m committed to being a responsible steward of your team and culture. My goal is to use technology to make the team more effective — not to replace them.
Speed & Simplicity
I move quickly, communicate directly, and decisions get made fast. Most importantly, I have the resources and partners to get a deal done.
SBA Pre-Qualified · Backed by Experienced SMB Investors
Ben Lejfer
I’m a Boston-based operator and entrepreneur, dedicated full-time to finding, acquiring, and running a small business in New England.
Over the past decade I’ve worked in software and technology, from early-stage startups to $100M+ organizations. My roles spanned general management, sales and business development, strategy, and M&A — with hands-on experience running teams, owning P&Ls, and growing revenue. I hold a BBA from Emory University.
In Ripe Capital’s first iteration, I acquired a small business in late 2020 and later successfully exited. A lot has changed in 5 years — technology has fundamentally changed what’s possible for small businesses. With a longer time horizon and some hard-earned lessons, I am excited to put those learnings to work in this next chapter.
Let’s Talk
If you’re a broker, seller, or an SMB investor, I’d love to connect.
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