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This investment opportunity represents the acquisition of an established technology services company specializing in IT staffing, technology consulting, and government contracting solutions. The business serves both commercial enterprises and federal agencies through a diversified service offering that combines workforce solutions, enterprise technology expertise, and specialized consulting capabilities. With more than a decade of operating history, the company has built a reputation for delivering highly skilled technology professionals and mission-critical consulting services across multiple end markets. The business benefits from long-standing customer relationships, recurring contractual engagements, and a highly scalable operating model that requires minimal capital investment. A key differentiator is the company’s active federal contracting credential, which provides direct access to government contracting opportunities and represents a significant barrier to entry for new market participants. The business also maintains specialized capabilities within one of the world’s leading enterprise software ecosystems, creating additional recurring revenue and cross-selling opportunities. Business Model Overview Revenue is generated through: IT staffing and workforce augmentation services Enterprise technology consulting and implementation services Government contracting and federal staffing engagements Ongoing support, maintenance, and talent solutions Approximately 90% of revenue is recurring in nature, supported by long-term customer relationships and repeat engagements. The company’s largest customer relationship exceeds ten years, demonstrating strong retention and embedded client partnerships. Investment Highlights Established technology services company with over a decade of operating history Approximately 90% recurring revenue providing strong visibility and stability Active federal contracting credentials enabling access to attractive government opportunities Diversified service offering across staffing, consulting, and government markets Long-standing customer relationships with exceptional retention characteristics Scalable, asset-light operating model with limited capital requirements Exposure to favorable industry trends including cloud adoption, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation initiatives Multiple opportunities for expansion through geographic growth, federal contract penetration, and enhanced business development efforts Growth Opportunities The company is strategically positioned to capitalize on increasing demand for specialized technology talent, enterprise technology modernization, cybersecurity expertise, cloud adoption, and government IT spending. Opportunities exist to further expand government contracting activities, deepen relationships with existing clients, increase penetration of high-demand technology disciplines, broaden geographic reach, and grow consulting-related revenue streams. The business is well-positioned to benefit from long-term market trends that continue to drive demand for skilled technology professionals and specialized consulting services. Supported by recurring revenue, long-tenured customer relationships, and differentiated market positioning, the business offers a rare opportunity to acquire a scalable technology services platform with significant expansion potential. The foundation is firmly in place and the next phase of growth awaits a strategic partner capable of unlocking its full potential.
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Established healthcare recruiting firm with strong margins, proprietary database, and significant growth potential. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, home-based healthcare recruiting firm specializing in the placement of physicians, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs). Founded in 2007, the business has built a strong reputation and long-standing relationships with healthcare systems and private practices across Arizona and California. The company operates with minimal overhead, no employees, and generates strong discretionary earnings. The business includes a valuable proprietary database of approximately 73,000 candidates and over 2,000 client contacts, providing a significant competitive advantage and barrier to entry. The current owner works approximately 30 hours per week and maintains approximately 60 active agreements, with 10 active clients and 20–25 open positions at any given time. There is substantial opportunity to grow the business by expanding into additional geographic markets, increasing owner involvement, hiring additional recruiters, and targeting larger healthcare systems with multi-state operations. This opportunity is ideal for an independent recruiter or staffing firm seeking entry or expansion in the healthcare recruitment sector. The owner is selling due to retirement and is willing to provide transition support. Sales revenue and Cash Flow (SDE) shown is for 2025. Business is listed by HUB AZ Brokers (ADRE #LC688931000), an affiliate of Sunbelt Business Brokers in the State of Arizona. All listing and financial information to be verified by buyer during due diligence.
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This business provides specialized remote staffing and operational support to professionals in the financial services sector. It connects experienced U.S.-based talent with firms seeking administrative, client service, and back-office assistance. The model is fully remote and highly scalable, allowing the company to serve clients nationwide without geographic limitations. Revenue is driven by recurring monthly engagements, supplemented by project-based and direct-hire recruiting work. The business has built a strong reputation through consistent performance, long-term client relationships, and zero reliance on paid advertising. With a growing demand for outsourced operations in the advisory space, the company is well-positioned for continued expansion. Its streamlined infrastructure and niche expertise create an attractive opportunity for a buyer seeking a profitable, asset-light service business. This communication relates solely to a potential change-of-control M&A transaction involving an eligible privately held company. It is intended only for prospective acquirers who will acquire control and actively participate in management and is not an offer or solicitation of securities. If these criteria do not apply to you, this communication is not intended for you; please do not access or review the transaction materials.
Founded in 2023, a fast-growing recruitment services provider, based in Florida, specialized in accounting, finance and tax industry. The owner is seeking a strategic partner to expand and grow its scope of services. This communication relates solely to a potential change-of-control M&A transaction involving an eligible privately held company. It is intended only for prospective acquirers who will acquire control and actively participate in management and is not an offer or solicitation of securities. If these criteria do not apply to you, this communication is not intended for you; please do not access or review the transaction materials.
Established National Staffing Firm with Proven Resilience and Significant Growth Potential Founded more than 26 years ago, this staffing company provides both contract staffing and direct hire recruiting services to clients across the United States. The business has built a diversified customer base spanning multiple industries and has established relationships with several large national organizations, creating a foundation for recurring revenue and long-term customer retention. The Company has demonstrated exceptional resilience through multiple economic cycles, including the recent staffing industry downturn. While many firms experienced significant disruption, the Company maintained key customer relationships, preserved its operational infrastructure, and continued serving clients nationwide. As market conditions improve, the business is well-positioned to capitalize on renewed demand and growth opportunities. A key strength of the Company is its scalable operating platform. Existing recruiting, delivery, and account management processes are already in place, allowing a new owner to focus on growth initiatives rather than building infrastructure from scratch. The business currently serves customers across multiple geographic markets and maintains the operational capability to support national staffing programs. Historically, the Company has generated annual revenue in excess of $6 million and currently produces more than $400,000 in normalized Seller's Discretionary Earnings. The business is debt-free and has maintained operational continuity throughout challenging market conditions, providing a clean acquisition opportunity for a buyer seeking an established platform. Opportunities for future growth include expanding existing customer relationships, increasing penetration within national accounts, adding recruiters and sales professionals, pursuing new vertical markets, and improving operational efficiencies. The Company's current infrastructure can support additional volume without significant capital investment. This opportunity may be particularly attractive to strategic acquirers seeking geographic expansion, independent sponsors looking for a scalable platform investment, staffing firms pursuing growth through acquisition, or entrepreneurs seeking an established entry point into the workforce solutions industry. With an experienced operating framework, longstanding customer relationships, national reach, and a proven ability to navigate changing market conditions, the Company offers a strong foundation for future growth and value creation.
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This highly profitable executive search and recruiting firm has dominated a high-value niche at the intersection of North America’s most essential and capital-intensive industries — mining and minerals processing, and civil/heavy construction. Unlike generalist staffing agencies competing in a crowded, commoditized market, this business has built an unrivaled network of thousands of pre-qualified professionals spanning every discipline these industries demand — from mining and process engineers to plant supervisors, safety specialists, environmental managers, and sales and C-suite executives. Clients range from aggregate and cement producers to metals mining operations, industrial minerals processors, and large-scale civil contractors across the United States and Canada. When a critical role needs to be filled, this firm reaches directly into a relationship-tested talent pool that competitors simply cannot match — producing an extraordinary 80%+ five-year retention rate that keeps clients returning engagement after engagement. This business is not only strategically exceptional — it is highly profitable and completely relocatable anywhere in the U.S.
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Founded in 2017, this company is one of the fastest-growing firms in the $280+ billion U.S. staffing industry. By year-end, it is projected to rank within the top 1% of all staffing companies nationwide. Specializing in high-volume, long-term, multi-site temporary placements in the light industrial sector, the company has built a strong national footprint. It currently serves clients across Texas, Florida, Louisiana, Georgia, Ohio, California, Kentucky, and North Carolina. What truly sets the company apart is its innovative model—the only staffing firm in the country to offer Profit Sharing to its temporary employees. This unique approach drives higher worker retention and client satisfaction while aligning incentives across the board. With an annual billing rate of approximately $32 million, the company has established a solid and diversified client base. Its two largest customers account for significant recurring revenue: Client A: Estimated annual billing of $11,000,000 Client B: Estimated annual billing of $6,400,000 The remaining $15 million in annual revenue is evenly distributed across eight additional clients, underscoring the company’s balanced and resilient revenue structure.
Established in 2016, the company is a light industrial staffing firm focused on automotive suppliers and related industries. It is one of the nation’s largest providers of legal refugee labor, with over six years of experience placing thousands of workers nationwide. Serving 40+ clients, the company delivers substantial cost savings by reducing turnover and avoiding OEM production penalties. It operates with 13 internal staff and a flexible workforce of ~275 external employees, adjusting 10–20% weekly based on demand. Services include direct hire, contract-to-hire, contract staffing, and payroll, and the company is an authorized ADP payroll reseller with signed agreements.
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This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly specialized physician and advanced practice provider recruiting firm with 15 years of operating history and nationwide placement capability. The company focuses exclusively on permanent placement of physicians and nurse practitioners / physician assistants for private practices, specialty groups, and healthcare organizations across the United States. Key Highlights: 15-year established brand Approximately 20 active recurring clients ~300 direct open job orders ~100 additional roles via recruiting partners ~400 total active job openings 800,000-candidate proprietary database Lean, high-margin, remote model Weighted Avg. SDE: $157,165 Offered at 2.38x SDE The business operates without a physical office, allowing for minimal overhead and geographic flexibility. A significant portion of revenue is derived from repeat and referral clients, reflecting strong satisfaction and long-term relationships. Ideal Buyer Existing recruiting firm seeking healthcare niche expansion Experienced recruiter seeking ownership Healthcare staffing operator Strategic buyer seeking bolt-on acquisition Remote business investor seeking high-margin service platform Further financial documentation available to qualified buyers upon execution of a confidentiality agreement. Financial information shown (Revenue and Cash Flow) are calculated based on a weighted average for 2023 -2025. The business is listed by HUB AZ Brokers (ADRE #LC688931000), an affiliate of Sunbelt Business Brokers in the State of Arizona. All listing and financial information to be verified by the buyer during due diligence.
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Established in 2019, this staffing firm specializes in direct-hire recruitment for finance and accounting positions, serving companies primarily in the DC Metro area. The business handles both contingent and retained searches, with a strong reputation for connecting top-tier candidates with mid-sized to large employers across private equity, financial services, real estate, and nonprofit sectors. The company operates from a leased office with multiple workstations and has a lean team of two full-time recruiters, allowing for highly efficient operations. The business also recently launched a proprietary subscription-based technology platform that provides applicant intelligence for employers, offering a significant growth opportunity. Opportunities for expansion include scaling into additional markets, introducing temporary staffing services, and leveraging technology to drive higher volume placements. This is an ideal acquisition for a recruiter, staffing entrepreneur, or investor looking to acquire a profitable, established business with strong client relationships, recurring project-based revenue, and substantial upside potential. The current owner is open to a partial exit or partnership and is willing to provide ongoing support and training during the transition.
National transaction benchmarks for staffing agency businesses.
Under $500K
$500K to $2M
Over $2M
A variety of factors can cause businesses to trade outside this range, including earnings quality, operational transferability, key-person risk, growth trajectory, and geography, so a listing priced above or below the typical multiple usually reflects real differences in the underlying business.
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Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating staffing agency acquisitions.
You pay temporary workers every week but collect from clients on 30- to 60-day terms. That gap, called the payroll float, ties up far more cash as you grow, not less. Many buyers underwrite the purchase price and forget they also need a payroll-funding or factoring line to cover wages between paychecks and collections. Model the working-capital need at your target revenue before you sign anything.
Contract and temp revenue behaves nothing like direct-hire placement revenue. Temp staffing is recurring, lower-margin, and earns a spread on every hour billed; direct-hire is a one-time fee that is lumpy and tied to hiring cycles. A book that is mostly recurring temp revenue is more predictable and usually more valuable than one riding on a few big placement fees. Get the revenue split before you value the business.
Check how much of the revenue rides on the top three clients. Staffing relationships can end with a single procurement decision or a master service agreement non-renewal. If one account is 40% of billings, the business is one phone call away from a very different valuation. Ask for revenue by client and the status of every major contract.
As the employer of record, you carry workers' compensation, unemployment, and co-employment exposure. Your workers' comp experience-modifier rate directly drives cost, and worker-misclassification claims (treating someone as a contractor who should be an employee) can be expensive. Review the comp history, the classification practices, and any open claims before close.
Many client and candidate relationships live with individual recruiters, not with the company. If a producing recruiter leaves and takes a desk's worth of clients to a competitor, you have bought less than you paid for. Identify the key recruiters, understand their compensation, and make sure enforceable non-solicitation terms and retention incentives are part of the deal.
Staffing agencies tend to trade around two-and-a-half times SDE. Across 132 staffing and employment-placement transactions in the comp data, the median sale was about 2.4x SDE, with most deals landing roughly between 1.6x and 3.8x, and revenue multiples near 0.36x. SDE means seller's discretionary earnings, the profit plus owner's salary and add-backs. Marketplace listings have skewed toward Tier 2 ($500K to $2M), with a median asking price around $800K.
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