Canny Capital Partners
Arizona-Focused AcquisitionsDefensible Niche BusinessesEBITDA $500K – $2MEssential ServicesArizona Market LeadersEstablished 5+ YearsSuccession-Ready SellersLower Middle MarketPermanent capitalOperator-Led StrategyArizona-Focused AcquisitionsDefensible Niche BusinessesEBITDA $500K – $2MEssential ServicesArizona Market LeadersEstablished 5+ YearsSuccession-Ready SellersLower Middle MarketPermanent capitalOperator-Led Strategy

We Acquire & Operate
Great Arizona Businesses

Canny Capital Partners is a Phoenix-based investment firm focused exclusively on the Arizona lower middle market. We partner with retiring founders and owners to carry their legacy forward under committed, long-term ownership.

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Why Arizona. Why Now.

A wave of retiring business owners, a growing economy, and a lack of local acquisition capital creates a compelling window for disciplined buyers.

Underserved Market

Arizona's lower middle market ($1M–$10M revenue) is underserved by institutional capital, creating attractive valuations for disciplined operators.

Silver Tsunami

Over 10,000 Arizona Baby Boomer business owners are expected to transition their businesses by 2030—many without a succession plan.

Economic Tailwinds

Arizona leads the nation in population growth, job creation, and business migration, driving durable demand for essential services.

Limited Local Capital

Active capital remains concentrated on the coasts. We fill this void by providing local business owners with a sophisticated, Arizona-based alternative to out-of-state private equity.

#1
US State for Net Migration
10K+
AZ Boomer Owners Retiring by 2030
$500K–$2M
Target EBITDA Range
100%
Arizona Focused

Acquisition Criteria at a Glance

We target profitable, established businesses with stable cash flows, loyal customers, and owners who care about leaving their company in good hands.

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Niche
Defensible Moat
EBITDA
$500K – $2M
Geography
Arizona
Years in Biz
5+ Years
Ownership
Any Structure
Industry
Agnostic

Let's Talk About Your Business

Whether you're thinking about an exit in 6 months or 3 years, a confidential conversation costs nothing and could open doors you haven't considered.

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