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Who We Are
Stellata Partners is an entrepreneur-led investment firm dedicated to acquiring, operating, and growing great businesses, fostering sustainable growth and ensuring their long-term success.
Commitment
Stellata Partners exists to both acquire and operate businesses, meaning sellers can look the next CEO in the eye before transitioning ownership.
Care
We seek to be good stewards of the businesses we acquire, protecting employees and ensuring a smooth transition.
Patience
Our model prioritizes long-term success over quick financial gain, and we make all decisions with that in mind.
Flexibility
While we look to acquire a majority stake in the businesses we acquire, we are flexible on deal structure and terms, as well as meeting founder transition goals.
Experience
10+ Years
Meet the Founder
Stephen leads day-to-day operations at Stellata. He left the investing world to focus on building and leading great businesses.
Prior to founding Stellata, Stephen was an investor at Apollo Global Management, primarily focused on acquiring and overseeing investments in the education, industrials, and consumer retail sectors. Prior to Apollo, Stephen was part of the Middle Market Fund at H.I.G. Capital, primarily focused on investing in the TMT and business services sectors. He began his career in the Industrials Investment Banking group at Wells Fargo.
Stephen received his B.B.A. from the University of Texas and M.B.A. from Harvard Business School.
Commitment
Flexibility
Preserving Your Legacy
Why Stellata Partners?
Stellata Partners is dedicated to acquiring and growing great businesses. Upon acquisition, our Managing Partner will take on a full-time leadership role, working with the management team to drive growth and create lasting value.
SELLER’S LEGACY
SELLER’S FUTURE
EMPLOYEES’ FUTURE
EASE OF TRANSACTION
STRATEGIC GOAL
Create long-term value by working to
build and grow an enduring platform.
Preserved; commitment to build
upon the seller’s vision.
Tailored to seller’s
preferences and needs.
Ensured; essential for employees to
remain to ensure buyer’s success.
Simple and transparent transaction, backed by committed capital to ensure quick execution and certainty of funds.
PRIVATE EQUITY
Seek short-term financial gains
within an investment portfolio.
Uncertain; decisions driven by
financial requirements.
Determined by investor; can
be required to stay or leave.
Uncertain; often tied to
cost-cutting initiatives.
Standard process (6-12 months)
with multiple parties involved.
STRATEGIC BUYER
Realize synergies through
integration or merger.
Most likely lost; depends on
broader strategic goals.
Usually required to stay to lead
integration, then as an employee.
At risk; depending on
realization of synergies.
Long process with multiple approvals
required and complicated structures.
Our Services
Explore What We Offer
Acquire, operate, and grow a great business with integrity, preserving its legacy while ensuring long-term success and sustainable growth.
Build thriving businesses through dedicated leadership, fostering innovation, lasting value, and positive impact for employees, customers, and communities.
Why the Name?
Quercus stellata, also known as the post oak or iron oak, is a North American species of oak tree known for its resilience to fire, drought, and rot. We are looking for enduring businesses that will stand the test of time, not unlike the namesake tree. In addition, the post oak tree is abundant in Central Texas, where our team resides, and is the wood predominantly used to smoke Central Texas BBQ, a favorite among the Stellata team.
Our Investment Criteria
Proven Profitability
We focus on businesses with a strong financial track record, demonstrating stable growth and consistent profitability.
Strong Customer Relationships
We look for businesses with loyal customer bases that have fostered long-term relationships, ensuring continued growth and customer retention.
Recurring Revenue
We prioritize companies with a reliable, repeatable revenue model that ensures long-term stability and scalability.
Cultural Fit
We seek businesses with a strong, positive company culture and dedicated employees committed to success and growth.
Our Process
A Trusted Partner for a Seamless Transition
1
Intro Call
Get to know each other and see if there’s a fit to work together.
2
Meet in Person
Meet in person to better understand your transition goals and get to know you and the business.
3
Find a Structure that works for you
Agree on a purchase price and key terms such as timeline and deal structure.
4
Deal Closing
Finalize the paperwork and kick off transition plan, ensuring continuity for employees and customers.
Contact Us
Let’s Connect and Discuss Your Business Transition
We’d love to connect and discuss how we can help guide your business’s transition. Reach out today to explore how Stellata Partners can support your company’s next chapter.
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