Permanent Capital · Long-Term Ownership

Stewards of
Founder-Built
Businesses.

Sandalwood West acquires and operate founder-owned businesses for the long term. Our approach is simple: Do no harm, Preserve values and teams, and Build durability.

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5+Deals Closed

3Active Businesses

10+ YearOperating History

"Built on family. Grown through partnership. Here for the long term."

Andrew & Ankit, Co-Founders

Our Story

Built on family.
Grown through partnership.

Sandalwood West was founded as a vehicle to grow a family business and to build partnerships with people who share our values. Over more than a decade, Ankit has sourced, structured, and operated the firm's acquisitions — from coastal California motels to industrial laundry operations in Calgary. The platform has grown to include partners with deep expertise across CPG, manufacturing, technology, and international trade.

Andrew and Ankit aligned naturally over years — sharing the same long-term goals before becoming business partners. We are self-funded and have not accepted outside capital. Every deal has been built on our own conviction and values.

Do No Harm

We believe the best acquisitions leave a business stronger, not stripped. We protect what makes a company worth owning.

Stewardship Over Ownership

We see ourselves as stewards, not just owners. Our role is to care for the businesses we acquire so they continue to serve employees, customers, and communities for many years to come.

Earn Trust Through Action

Trust isn’t claimed—it’s built. We aim to be straightforward, reliable partners who follow through on commitments and communicate openly.

The People

Meet the Founders

Ankit

Co-Founder · Lead Acquisitions

A serial entrepreneur with a track record of buying or starting businesses in Education, Hospitality, Agriculture, Inventory Management, and Commercial Laundering. Ankit is focused on growth through acquisition and investment, and passionate about collaborating with like-minded business owners who want their legacy to continue.

EducationHospitality AgricultureInventory Mgmt Commercial Laundering

Andrew

Co-Founder · Operations & CEO

An operations-driven CEO with extensive experience in both large and small enterprises. Andrew is eager to acquire and lead a company, willing to relocate, and committed to driving growth across all aspects of the business. He brings operational rigour and a builder's mentality to every acquisition.

OperationsManufacturing HospitalityGrowth Strategy

Investment Strategy

What We Look For

We focus on acquiring and operating businesses hands-on, applying our past experience and leveraging our strong advisory group or management team. We are open to partnerships with willing owners who are eager to mentor and ensure a smooth transition. We are committed to creating value by updating and enhancing businesses, ensuring their longevity and positive community impact.

Company Characteristics

EBITDA$1M – $10M
Revenue$4M – $20M+
Operating History5+ Years
ManagementTeam in Place or Single Owner
Investment Size$5M – $80M
StructureControl Transactions
CapitalFlexible Structure
GeographyNorth America

Growth Areas We Target

Process Improvement

Lean ops & waste reduction

Org Restructuring

Right people, right seats

Margin Improvement

Pricing, COGS, overhead

Ops Efficiency

6-sigma, systems modernization

Value 01

Hands-On Operations

We don't hire a manager and hope for the best. We step in, learn the business from the floor up, and make decisions with full context. Andrew has relocated for acquisitions — that's the standard we hold ourselves to.

Value 02

Legacy & Community

We preserve what makes a business worth owning — its people, its culture, its place in the community. We do not strip and flip. We build for the long term.

Value 03

Seller Partnership

We are open to partnerships with owners who are eager to mentor and ensure a smooth transition. The best deals are the ones where the seller stays proud of what their business becomes.

Value 04

Advisory-Backed Conviction

We leverage a strong advisory group with expertise across tech, CPG, marketing, operations, and finance. When we don't have the answer, we know who does.

Get In Touch

Interested in a
conversation?

Whether you're a business owner exploring your options, a broker with a deal, or a capital partner whose values align with ours — we'd like to hear from you. No pressure, no pitch. Just a conversation.

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Maria@sandalwoodwest.com

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415-335-9657

Book a Meeting

We typically respond within 48 hours. All conversations are kept confidential.

Stewards ofFounder-BuiltBusinesses.

Built on family.Grown through partnership.