Protecting What Works, Building What's Next
Seeking One Acquisition, One Focus
About Zone Capital 3
I’m Brandon, and my passion for entrepreneurship began early. Growing up just north of Toronto, I watched my mother run a family bakery. Seeing the challenges of small business ownership gave me a deep respect for owner-operators and showed me the human side of business; the responsibility, resilience, and teamwork it requires.
Before founding Zone 3 Capital, I worked with a firm acquiring and operating businesses, where I learned what makes a great company and worked closely with owners to understand their goals and challenges. That experience reinforced my desire to own and operate a business, not just invest.
I founded Zone 3 Capital to acquire, operate, and grow a great business while protecting what already works. I believe business is people-first, and owners deserve confidence that their employees and legacy are in good hands.
If this resonates with you, I’d love the opportunity to connect and learn more about your business.
Testimonials
What Business Owners Say About Brandon
Jason Baxter
CEO | X-Copper Professional Services
“Immediately after our family business was acquired, Brandon relocated to support our transition and help us develop a growth plan. What stood out most was his ability to work seamlessly with anyone in the organization – from the warehouse to the finance team, he was welcomed with open arms.”
Cesare Della Santina
President | CDS Foods Inc
Partners Behind Zone 3 Capital
Zone 3 Capital partners bring extensive operating, investment, and leadership experience. They understand the challenges of acquiring a business, what it takes to operate, and how to ensure a smooth transition.
Our Focus
What Makes a Great Fit
Industry Focus
Niches within business services, education, healthcare, environmental services, and energy.
Strong Foundation
Stable historical growth, low cyclicality, multiple ways to grow, defensible moats.
Acquisition Profile
EBITDA $2M to $5M, flexible structure with opportunity for owner(s) and management to retain equity in the busiiness.
Our Approach
How We Partner With Businesses
Protecting What Works
Our focus is to build on a strong foundation, preserving the core principles and value drivers that will support the business through its next phase of growth
Hands-On Leadership
We are not passive buyers. We will work in the business alongside management, providing hands-on strategic and operational support to drive growth and ensure continuity.
People-First
Our approach is people-first. Your employees will be treated fairly, supported professionally, and given a clear path to grow with the business.
Our Process
We understand the acquisition process from start to finish. From initial diligence through closing, we know what it takes to execute efficiently, avoid common pitfalls, and reach the finish line with confidence.
Step 1 : Introductory Call
We begin with a high-level conversation to understand your business, your priorities, and what a successful outcome looks like for you. This initial discussion helps determine whether there is a strong fit before moving forward.
Goal: Determine if there is alignment and whether it makes sense to continue the conversation.
Step 2 : Preliminary Diligence
During this phase, we focus on developing a clearer understanding of your business. We may request a limited set of information, such as recent financials and key developments to help us arrive at a preliminary valuation. All information is reviewed efficiently and shared under a confidentiality agreement.
Goal: Provide a non-binding indication of interest (IOI)
Step 3 : In-person Meeting
We arrange time to meet with you and visit the business to better understand operations, culture, and day-to-day dynamics. This is an opportunity to ask questions, align expectations, and walk through what the next steps would look like.
Goal: Confirm mutual fit and alignment before moving forward with a letter of intent (LOI).
Step 4 : Letter of Intent
Work collaboratively to outline key terms, including valuation and transaction structure. Our intent is to provide clarity and transparency, while exploring options that best support a successful outcome.
Goal: Execute a signed letter of intent (LOI) and establish a clear path to confirmatory diligence.
Step 5 : Confirmatory Diligence
Following the letter of intent, we complete a more detailed review of the business with the support of experienced legal, accounting, and other advisors. While this phase is more comprehensive, our approach is organized, transparent, and designed to minimize disruption. We communicate clearly, focus on what matters most, and work collaboratively to keep the process moving.
Goal: Complete due diligence, finalize the purchase agreement, and begin developing a transition plan.