Ready to Transition Your Business?
We’re looking for a single great Charleston business to acquire and operate for the long term.
We’re not a big-city private equity firm, but local Lowcountry entrepreneurs committed to continuing what you’ve built the right way — with your team and customers in good hands.
Nick Brooks
I’m an entrepreneur and operator in Charleston, SC, and the Managing Partner of Kingfisher Capital. My goal is to buy and steward a small business here in the Lowcountry, serving as a cornerstone of the community for decades to come while taking care of your team and building lasting value.
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Most recently, I’ve been running Harbor Classic, an outdoor furniture company in Mount Pleasant, where I serve as President. Before that, I worked at Google, helping more than 100 small businesses — from pest control to plumbing — grow through Google Ads. Now I’m looking toward the next stage of my career: acquiring and leading a business for the long term.
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I’m values-driven and guided by servant leadership principles. I’m a parishioner at St. Andrew’s Church, volunteer weekly with Habitat for Humanity, and am a member of C12, a Christian business forum. My focus is on building strong businesses and strengthening the communities they support.
Kingfisher Capital is a private investment fund, backed by an accomplished team of investors and advisors. Our sole focus is to acquire a single privately held business in Charleston that we will own and operate, leading it into the future.
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We believe family-owned businesses are the bedrock of the communities in which they operate, and we offer owners an attractive path to transition their business with confidence.
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Our mission is to steward a thriving business in Charleston for generations to come.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
LONGEVITY
Successful businesses that have established trust with customers, suppliers, employees, and our community. 10+ years in business is our focus.
PROFITABILITY
Historically and consistently profitable businesses generating $500K–$1M+ in annual cash flow, delivering quality products and services without compromising integrity or standards.
STRONG
CULTURE
We look for businesses built on integrity and hard work, where people take pride in what they do and care for one another.
REPUTATION
Businesses built on integrity and reliability earn lasting respect. A trusted name in the community is the clearest sign of long-term success.
CHARLESTON-BASED
We’re not a big, fancy national private equity firm — we’re local Charleston entrepreneurs. Our focus is on investing in and supporting businesses that strengthen the Lowcountry community.
HOW IT WORKS
INTRODUCTION
STEP 01
Meet with us to explore a potential fit. For many sellers discretion is important, so we can provide an NDA to ensure confidentiality.
STEP 02
PRELIMINARY TERMS
Review and sign a Letter of Intent, including an initial price and preliminary deal structure.
STEP 03
DUE DILIGENCE
Answer follow up questions and assist in an accountant-led quality of earnings analysis.
STEP 04
DEAL CLOSE
Finalize and sign formal Purchase Agreement and plan for transition, including communication strategy and onboarding activities.
