For search investors
A disciplined UK search for one enduring business, led by a hands-on operator.
IM-Capital executes a hybrid search model: proprietary origination is self-funded by the Principal, with search capital deployed only once a qualified acquisition pipeline is established.
The model in brief
Stage 1
Origination
Self-funded and founder-led (no searcher salary drag). Personal approaches to owners in one sector, building a named target list, owner conversations and a referral network.
Stage 2
Search capital
Once a verified pipeline of qualified opportunities is secured, an initial round funds professional diligence, confirmatory analysis, and transaction costs.
Stage 3
Acquisition
A separate acquisition round, priced once a specific deal is defined, with senior debt and a seller note alongside equity. The Principal steps in as full-time CEO from day one to lead the business.
Sector thesis
Services to the construction industry is fragmented, with ageing ownership and a finite, listable set of targets.
The focus is on maintenance, compliance and repair-led work, which follows regulation and statutory compliance. Demand is linked to mandatory regulation and the existing built environment rather than new-build starts. Manufacturing businesses are also in scope (High-margin, low-capex industrial manufacturing and services to manufacturing), so the search is not limited to a single sector.
The Principal: Anderson Gomez
An operator with balance sheet discipline and direct P&L ownership, focused on acquiring and leading a single UK business as CEO over a 5–7 year horizon.
Proven Operating & Executive Track Record
Highbourne Group, UK Merchant (PE-backed by H.I.G. Capital | £1.3bn revenue)
Commercial development and strategic operations: trade customer initiatives, showrooms, and digital growth.
Fluidra (IBEX 35 listed | Global leader in water & pool systems)
As General Manager (Colombia): Full P&L accountability. Delivered record EBITDA via dead-stock clearance, key-account expansion (+7% YoY), and bad-debt recovery. As Finance Manager: Cut Net Working Capital by 50% in 2 years, reduced DSO collection by 28%, and doubled share of wallet in key recurring customers.
La Carpeta, an international multi-generational family enterprise
Non-Executive Chairman: succession governance, board alignment, and long-term planning for family directors.
Academic & Analytical Foundation
- FT MBA (Corporate Finance & Strategy) – Alliance Manchester Business School (Merit Scholar)
- Postgraduate Specialisation in Risk & Information Economics – Universidad de los Andes (FX hedging & debt instruments)
- BSc Economics (Academic Excellence Award) – Universidad Central de Venezuela
Materials for qualifying investors
Materials are available to qualifying investors on request. Each request is checked and the investor is certified before anything is sent.
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