We invest in tech-enabled service and software companies because that is where we have relevant leadership experience and a history of success .

Vertical / Niche Software Companies

Companies that deliver software made specifically to address the unique needs of their niche customers, and are leaders in their space.


Examples of niche / vertical software include, but are not limited to:

  • Trade Associations and Clubs Software

  • Auto Repair Shops and Dealership Software

  • Manufacturing and Supply Chain Software

  • Specialty Retailer Software

  • Childcare, Schools, and Universities Software

  • Local Governments Software

B2B Service Companies

These companies are the outsourced partner responsible for executing critical business processes for their clients.


Examples of B2B service companies include, but are not limited to:

  • Revenue Cycle Management

  • Asset Lifecycle Management

  • IT Managed Services

  • Customer Support

We invest in businesses that meet these criteria.

  • $1M - $5M in Profits

    We are looking for companies to have a steady history of profitability over several years.

  • Owner Operated

    The business is operated by the owner, who can be a day-to-day executive or a remote operator.

  • High Integrity

    A reputation for having high integrity with it’s employees, clients, and vendors follows a business, even after acquisition. That is important to us.

  • Experienced, Tenured Team

    Leadership and key employees count their tenure in years, not months.

The January 23rd Co. acquires and operates great companies in and around Chicagoland.

Owners, if that sounds like a fit for your company, let’s connect.