Monroe Hill & Co.
Experienced Operators & Investors, Maintaining Legacy of Virginia Businesses
INVESTMENT
AREAS
FINANCIALS
$1M - $10M in annual earnings
ROLE
Flexible Lead Investor —willing to step in as CEO for retiring owners or work with strong existing
management teams at the board level.
GEOGRAPHY
Companies Headquartered in Virginia
(no geographic restriction on customer or branch locations)
INDUSTRIES
Industrial Services, Highway Services, Automotive Services, Niche Construction, Home Services, Value-Added Distribution, Manufacturing, Testing & Calibration
Demonstrated Track Record
Monroe Hill & Co. offers expert-led acquisitions and operations
with a strong Virginia focus,
a proven track record of fundraising and operating,
and the ability to close deals efficiently.
Proven Financing: Successfully raised $51M in Capital across 5 closed transactions
Skin in the Game: Strong personal equity commitment, higher than typical for an independent sponsor
Capital Access: Track record of delivered returns means direct relationships with past investors with over $1B in AUM
Efficiency: No bureaucratic committee delays; principal-led decision making & rapid turnaround on teasers
TEAM
Edward McDonnell
PRINCIPAL
Previously CEO of Botanical Designs for 6.5 years. Led growth from a single location to 8 branches nationally and 200+ employees.
Successfully executed 5 acquisitions as CEO.
Implemented EOS and significant software-enabled backend processes to enable robust and repeatable systems for the team.
Combines CEO experience with a Mechanical Engineering background and a UVA Darden MBA to drive team engagement in technical and labor-intensive industries.
Role: Flexible lead—willing to step in as CEO for retiring owners or work with strong existing management teams at the board level.
Lives in Richmond, VA area with family.
CONTACT
Monroe Hill & Co.
OUR HOME
Richmond, Virginia
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