Continuing the legacy of one great business
Our mission is to acquire, operate, and grow a single, great business.
Our vision is to preserve the legacy you’ve built, and to deliver long-term value to your employees, customers, and the broader community you serve.
Continuing the legacy of one great business
Our mission is to acquire, operate, and grow a single, great business.
Our vision is to preserve the legacy you’ve built, and to deliver long-term value to your employees, customers, and the broader community you serve.
What makes us different
Full focus on a single business
We're not focused on building a portfolio or managing multiple investments. We are commitment to acquiring and leading one exceptional business, dedicating all of our energy to its long-term success.
Active leadership you can trust
Our founder combines deep expertise in advising large corporations, supported by investors who bring decades of experience in leading companies and mentoring CEOs. Together, we are prepared to lead a business into its next chapter.
Honoring legacy, driving growth
We are committed to safeguarding your employees, customers, and company culture while driving sustainable growth. You can trust us to honor and expand on what you've built with dedication, integrity, and a strong work ethic.
A thoughtful, tailored transition
Every business has its own distinct qualities, and so does our approach. We’ll partner with you to ensure a smooth transition that honors your goals and preserves what makes your business exceptional.
My Story
Tatenda Zinyemba
Tatenda grew up in a family of entrepreneurs, where he witnessed firsthand the challenges and triumphs of building successful businesses. This upbringing instilled in him the values of hard work, resilience, and ambition, sparking his dream of leading a business of his own.
Over the years, Tatenda has cultivated a deep understanding of what drives business success. His career includes roles at Fortune 500 companies such as Ernst & Young, Truist Securities, and Cox Communications, where he specialized in M&A transactions and strategic initiatives, honing the leadership skills necessary to run a company. Tatenda holds an undergraduate degree from Northern Kentucky University.
Motivated by his family’s legacy and passion for business, Tatenda founded FTC to acquire and lead a successful business into its next phase of growth. He recognizes that selling a business is a deeply personal decision and is dedicated to creating a win-win outcome for business owners.
Tatenda and his wife, Lea, live in the suburbs of Atlanta. Outside of work and travel, Tatenda enjoys reading, photography, and staying active—his latest passion is learning golf!
If you’re thinking about the next chapter for your business, Tatenda would love to hear your story and explore how FTC can build on your success.
What we look for
We’re seeking a business that has many of the following characteristics:
Proven revenue model
Predictable and recurring revenue streams with steady, sustainable growth
Profitable operations
Strong cash flow and $0.5MM - $2.0MM EBITDA with healthy margins
Growth potential
Clear opportunities to drive top-line revenue, efficiency, and innovation
Strong foundation
A capable management team and loyal customer base
Stable industry
Businesses in growing markets with moderate competition and limited external risks
Aligned transition
Owners who are ready to transition their business
We are neither private equity investors nor strategic buyers. Our focus is not on flipping companies for profit but on serving as dedicated stewards.
Our process
We understand that selling your business is a significant decision, and we are committed to making the process as seamless and transparent as possible.
Here’s how it works:
Step 1: Introductory Call
We will spend a call or two getting to know each other. We will confidentially discuss your company and your goals to determine if there is a good mutual fit.
Step 2: NDA and Financial Review
If both parties are interested in moving forward, we will sign a confidentiality agreement (NDA) and request basic financial information about the business. We will have a follow-up discussion about any questions that came up during the review and to discuss at a high level the terms and structure of the acquisition.
Step 3: Letter of Intent (LOI)
If we are interested in moving forward, we’ll submit a Letter of Intent (“LOI”), which is formal non-binding offer to buy your company that includes a purchase price range. As part of this process, we will discuss at a high level the key terms of a potential partnership.
Step 4: Diligence
Once the LOI is signed , FTC will do a deep dive into your company’s operations, financial performance, and team. FTC will also engage professionals throughout the diligence process (investors, legal, lending, accounting, and technical diligence partners). FTC will provide you with a clear timeline and set of action items and documentation requests to minimize the burden on you and your employees.
Throughout this process, we will meet regularly to discuss the broad terms of the sale and to formulate a transition plan.
Step 5: Close
Once both parties are happy, we will sign the final purchase agreement, wire you the funds, and toast to a new adventure.
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