Workbench

Washington, DC · Invests in US; UK · Website

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B2B SaaS Manufacturing Supply Chain & LogisticsManufacturing & IndustrialEnterprise SoftwareLogistics & Supply Chain

Thesis

Back experienced operators acquiring profitable, consistently growing small-to-medium businesses through self-funded search and independent sponsor (ETA) deals. Prioritize speed, fair terms, and operator-friendly involvement.

Likely not a fit for

No venture-stage startups, no pre-revenue businesses, no unfair or operator-unfriendly deal structures

How they invest

Lead or follow: Usually leads
Typical decision: ~1 week
Warm intro: Not required
Involvement: Advisor
Fund status: Actively deploying
Decision process: Solo GP

Partners & team

1 contact on file

Tony Cappaert

General PartnerManaging Partner · Primary contact

+ Pitch

t•••@wo•••.com

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Portfolio

Eagle AluminumManufacturing Industrial

Eagle Aluminum is a premier supplier of architectural aluminum extrusions, specializing in custom and OEM aluminum products. They offer a diverse inventory, fast turnaround, and personalized customer service, catering to various industries including construction, architecture, and manufacturing.

Management OneEnterprise Software

Management One provides inventory planning solutions and retail expertise to help independent retailers optimize their merchandise planning, increase cash flow, and improve overall business performance through data-driven strategies.

CraneTech USAEnterprise Software

CraneTech USA provides comprehensive overhead crane services including safety inspections, emergency repairs, planned repairs, modernizations, operator training, and new crane installations. They focus on high-quality equipment and exceptional 24/7 support.

Jones SkipsLogistics Supply Chain

Jones Skips is one of the largest independent waste management providers in the West Midlands, offering reliable and environmentally friendly skip hire and waste management services since 1998.

Recent activity

Jones Skips
Acquisition · Lead
Feb 2024
Management One
Acquisition · Lead
Oct 2022
Eagle Aluminum
Acquisition · Lead
Mar 2022
CraneTech USA
Acquisition · Lead
Jul 2021

Workbench in the news

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Research briefRead more

Workbench Capital Research Overview Workbench Capital is a Washington, DC-based investment group specializing in self-funded search and independent sponsor (ETA — Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition) deals. Founded and led by Tony Cappaert, Workbench is recognized as one of the most active investors in the ETA community, having completed over 30 deals in approximately four years — averaging one i…