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A Better Way to Exit the Business You Built

After years of building, you deserve a clean, confidential sale to a buyer who respects what you created.

Rockline partners with owners who want their company's legacy to outlast the sale.

Top Private Equity Firm 2022 — Awarded by Financial Services Review

Recognized as a Top Private Equity Firm of 2022 by Financial Services Review.

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Our Philosophy & Values

Our Code of Conduct

We hold ourselves to a strict code of conduct, knowing that we have an ethical and fiduciary duty to our investors, clients, partners, and stakeholders to live each day fully-committed to our core values of: Character & Integrity, Communications & Accountability, Courage to Initiate Action, Cultivate People & Relationships, and Continuous Improvement and Creative Value Added.

Partnership Approach

With our unique philosophy and partnership approach to investing, our founders have been successful in raising committed capital to acquire small- and mid-sized companies from a variety of industries, and we've always been able to perform on our purchase contracts. Our most-recent acquisition was a $5MM construction/manufacturing company in Mesa, Arizona.

Proven Track Record

Our team has successfully completed several multi-million-dollar transactions in a variety of industries. We continue to seek relationships with those who have the character, ability and drive to create new value for sellers, investors and client-companies. We're currently seeking partnerships with seasoned capital rainmakers and potential executive managing partners.

Targets

Experienced Buyers, Builders and Brokers of Businesses

We founded Rockline Equity specifically to build and invest in profitable companies. Our team has completed more than a dozen transactions throughout the Southwest. We pride ourselves in the quality of our joint-venture partnerships with management teams and owners to deliver results for our companies and investors.

Acquisition target

$1M – $3M+ EBITDA

Target EBITDA of $1M – $3M

And at least one of the following:

  • Proven management team
  • Leadership position in a niche market
  • Quality brand name
  • Established, proprietary product line
  • Strong regional presence

$3M – $15M+ in Revenues

Target Revenues of $3M – $15M

Companies We Like to Buy:

  • Manufacturing
  • B2B Services
  • Wholesale
  • Distribution
  • Logistics
  • Healthcare
  • Tech/SaaS

Compare

Selling Your Company to Rockline vs. a Traditional Sale

Illustrative example on a $1,000,000 EBIT/Cashflow company. Stock vs. Asset Sale.

Factor
Selling to Rockline
Traditional Business Sale
Purchase Price
$3,000,000 (3× EBIT/Cashflow*)
$2,250,000 (national avg 2.25× EBIT/Cashflow*)
Sale Type
Typically a Stock Sale — lower taxable income for seller
Typically an Asset Sale — higher taxable income for seller
Tax Rate*
15%
39%
Broker / Banker Fees
None / Minimal
~10%
Out-of-Pocket Broker Fees
$0
~$225,000
After-Tax Benefit to Seller
$2,550,000
$1,157,500
Loss of Key Employees, Customers, Suppliers + Confidentiality Leaks
None / Minimal Risk
Exceptionally High Risk — possible loss of entire business value over time
Burnout / Drop-in-Business Risks
None / Minimal Risk
10–30% drop in original business value
Estimated Hard Costs of Burnout / Drop-in-Business
None / Minimal
~$450,000
Time, Money, Energy Courting Buyers
$17,500**
$105,000**
Days to Close
60–90 days avg
1,000+ days avg
Net Benefit to Seller
$2,532,500
$602,500

* For illustrative purposes only. Rockline typically offers 3× EBIT/Cashflow for qualified companies, compared to the historical national average of 2.25×.

* Tax rates depend upon many factors; please consult with your CPA.

** Assumes 6 prospective buyers each take an average of 30 hours of your time at $250/hour, plus ~$10,000 in legal/consulting fees per prospect.

Only 6% of businesses actively being sold on the market sell in the first 12 months. 80% of for-sale businesses never sell.

Team

Our Team

Rockline Equity's team of seasoned business leaders brings a diverse range of experience and abilities to each opportunity.

Contact

How Can We Help You in Your Business?

To discuss your exit goals or to explore several options in selling your business, contact us to set up your consultation. The consultation is free and non-obligatory.

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Contact Information

Telephone

480-359-6983

Address

530 W. 2nd Ave
Mesa, AZ 85210

Our Story

Rockline Equity's principals have spent their entire careers working with various sized companies.

Investment Focus

We focus on successful business to business, manufacturing, distribution, and healthcare companies with growth potential.