The Future of
As a family-owned and operated company, we understand that this is one of the most important and complex decisions you and your family may face, which is why we are committed to supporting you at every step of the process. At ACE Solutions, we partner with remarkable founders and families to provide liquidity, support and growth while preserving what makes your business unique. Our approach is flexible, long-term-focused, and built around trust, continuity, and shared success.
Why Family Owners and Founders
Partner With ACE Solutions.
Preserve Your Legacy
Keep your brand and reputation alive within the ACE Solutions platform.
Take Care of Your Team
We retain employees and invest in their growth.
Unlock Liquidity and Flexibility
We provide full or partial sale options, with room for you to stay involved.
Gain Resources and Support
Receive shared finance, HR, procurement and greater marketing capabilities.
Plan for the Future
Prepare for retirement, succession, estate planning or generational transitions with confidence.
The ACE Solutions
Partnership Model .
Our Process.
Simple, Confidential. Collaborative.
- Intro Conversation
No pressure. It’s here where we learn about your business and future intentions.
- Confidential Review
We sign NDAs and evaluate key information.
- Valuation and LOI
Clear terms, transparent structure. We walk you through every step of the way.
- Due Diligence
This process is both streamlined and respectful of your operations.
- Closing and Transition
We ensure a seamless handoff with your involvement throughout. The entire process takes 8 to 12 weeks, on average.
After the Sale.
Your People, Customers and Brand Stay Protected.
Your brand continues under the ACE Solutions family.
Employees gain new opportunities and stronger benefits.
We provide back-office and operational support so you can focus on customers.
Together, we decide on your future role — from continued leadership to retirement.
What we Look For.
Product Mix
Oil lubricants
DEF
Antifreeze
Other
Fuel – less than 40% of total gross profits
Characteristics
Strong brand reputation
Customer service focused culture
Loyal customer base – high retention
Tenured team
$1-15M in EBITDA
Customers
Industrial equipment operators
Commercial fleets
PCMO – less than 30% of total gross profit
Limited customer concentration
Limited buyback gallons
Our Track Record of
Growth and Support.
When you are part of ACE Solutions, you’re not alone. You are part of a partnership with an impressive history of success. As part of ACE Solutions, you can expect:
- Improved customer service ratings
- Increased volume and procurement efficiency
- Pricing leverage and product offering expansion
- Accelerated customer wallet expansion and new logo wins
- Employee headcount growth at the local level
- Increased profitability
- Upgraded safety, fleet and back-office support
