nTrusted Co.
I'm Jeff Stark, and I'm looking for the right business — and the right seller — to partner with for the long term.
If you're thinking about selling, I'd love to hear your story. No pressure, no pitch — just a conversation.
Operator-First • Long-Term Hold • Family-Owned
I'm not a fund. I'm not flipping your business. nTrusted Co. was founded with one purpose: to acquire and operate a single business for the long term — protecting what you've built while unlocking its next chapter.
About Me
My name is Jeff Stark. As a teenager, one of my first jobs was working for a general contractor — doing everything from demolition to roof framing. It was hard, honest work, and it shaped how I see the world.
That blue-collar start gave me a deep appreciation for service businesses and the people who build them. I saw firsthand the pride owners take in their work and the trust their customers and employees place in them.
For the past 15 years I've led digital marketing teams at agencies, as an independent consultant advising small businesses, and most recently on the brand marketing team at one of the largest Japanese automotive OEM's in North America. I've seen what works, what doesn't, and how good operators build lasting businesses.
I founded nTrusted Co. in 2024 with my wife, with one clear goal: acquire one exceptional small business, step in as a hands-on operator, and build something that lasts — for employees, customers, and community.
Why Work With Me
Sellers deserve a buyer they can trust to close and to take care of what they've built. Here's why I'm that buyer.
I have significant skin in the game. A large portion of my net worth will be invested in the business.
Financing is lined up. I'm ready to move from letter of intent to close without financing surprises.
A clean financial profile that lenders trust and sellers can count on to close.
Your team will work with me directly. I'll be there learning the business and earning trust from the start.
I care about your employees, your customers, and the community your business serves. Protecting what you've built is the whole point.
No investment committee. No partners to convince. You'll always know where things stand, and I don't waste your time.
The Right Partner
Not all buyers are the same. Here's how I compare to the alternatives.
| nTrusted Co. | Private Equity | Strategic Buyer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leadership | I step in and run the business myself. Full-time, day one. | Managed at arm's length across a portfolio. | Folded into a larger organization. |
| Your Legacy | Your brand, your culture, your name — preserved and grown. | Often rebranded or restructured to fit a fund strategy. | Absorbed. Your business may lose its identity entirely. |
| Your Employees | Retained, empowered, and supported from day one. | Workforce changes are common to hit return targets. | Redundancies created to "maximize synergies." |
| Hold Period | Indefinite. This is my life's next chapter, not a flip. | 3–7 years, then sold again. | Permanent, but integrated and changed. |
| Decision Speed | I'm the sole decision-maker. No committee, no delays. | Multiple approval layers and stakeholders. | Corporate processes and board approvals. |
Acquisition Criteria
These are the kinds of businesses I'm actively looking for. If you're not sure whether yours qualifies, reach out anyway — I'd rather have the conversation.
Northeast & Mid-Atlantic
Focused on areas in close proximity to family, and where I can be on-site and hands-on.
$2M – $10M
Year-over-year growth for at least 3 years.
$500K – $1.5M SDE (Cash Flow)
Minimum seller's discretionary earnings of $500K.
15+ Year Track Record
Tenured ownership that signals stability and a business built to last.
Recession-Resistant
Minimal cyclical exposure with stable performance through downturns.
B2B Service Companies & Manufacturing
B2B service companies, skilled trades, distributors, and American manufacturing.
These are guidelines, not hard rules. If something doesn't fit perfectly but feels right, I'd still love to talk.
Get In Touch
Whether you're ready to sell or just starting to think about it, I'd love to learn about your business. This is a confidential, no-pressure conversation — just two people talking about what you've built.
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