A Local Partner for Your Business’s Next Chapter

Chelsea Creek Holdings aims to acquire, lead, and personally steward a single business in New England for the long term. Fully funded via personal equity and SBA-vetted debt.

My Approach

Personal Stewardship. On-Site Operations. Clean Books.

Chelsea Creek Holdings is a solo acquisition fund run by Oliver Madden. I am not a private equity firm looking to slash costs or flip your company.I am a dedicated owner-operator ready to work alongside your existing team to maintain stability and protect your legacy. I offer sellers a straightforward, confidential exit backed by an active deal team of lenders, CPAs, and specialized counsel.

Investment Focus

My Buy Box: What I Am Looking For

I seek to partner with an established business in Eastern Massachusetts or Southern New Hampshire, focused on companies with strong historical performance where I can provide a smooth ownership transition and drive long-term, sustainable growth.

My Acquisition Criteria:

  • Geography: Focused on the unique business landscape of Eastern Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire.

  • Financial Profile: $1M – $3M in Enterprise Value with $300k – $800k in annual Seller Discretionary Earnings (SDE) / $2M - $5M in Revenue

  • Industry Focus: Prioritizing B2B Services (e.g., Commercial Landscaping & Facility Services), Niche Manufacturing, Recurring Revenue models that offer predictable, stable cash flows.

  • The Ideal Transition: Looking for a business with a dedicated management team in place, a loyal customer base, and an owner seeking a thoughtful, confidential succession plan, with mentor-led handover and extended transition to protect employee culture.

Leadership

About the Founder

Chelsea Creek Holdings is run by Oliver Madden. I bring a hands-on, operator-first approach to business acquisition, combining a frontline work ethic with corporate management discipline.My professional foundation is built on three core areas:

  • Operational Grit & Resilience: Hardened in the restaurant industry with dishwasher origins. I learned early on that no operational job is too small.

  • Customers & Growth: Years of B2B sales and operations experience focused on building long-term customer relationships rooted in trust.

  • Professional Discipline: A professional background in management consulting, specializing in program management and running clean, automated operations.

I am fully committed to stepping into your business as a full-time, on-site owner-operator. My singular goal is to protect your team, honor your legacy, and ensure steady, long-term stewardship.

Contact

Get in Touch

Are you an owner planning your succession, or a broker with a listing that fits my investment focus?I move quickly on opportunities that meet my criteria and provide a confidential, professional process. Contact me below to execute a standard NDA or schedule an initial introductory call.