You're ready to retire.
You want a responsible successor and a transition that respects the people who helped build the business.
A note from the Owens family
Thinking about selling your business?
We're a family that owns and operates businesses. We're looking to buy one good company at a time—and take care of what its owner worked hard to build.
Tell us about your businessA first conversation is private and doesn't commit you to anything.
Why talk to us
We're business owners too.
We understand that deciding to sell can be personal. There are employees who helped build the company, customers who count on it, and a reputation with your name behind it.
We won't pretend to have every answer or force your business into a standard formula. We'll listen, ask direct questions, and tell you honestly if we think there could be a fit.
You don't need everything figured out
Business has been hard lately.
A difficult season does not erase the value of a real company. We're willing to understand the full story.
You're exploring what's next.
You may be years away from selling and simply want a confidential conversation with another owner.
The family
James OwensOwner & Operator
Jennifer OwensOwner & Operator
Michael OwensOwner & Operator
Jim OwensChairman of the Board
Businesses we're part of
Custards Next Stage Hamilton HUFCO
We know ownership from the inside—the good years, the hard calls, and the responsibility that comes with signing the checks.
Common questions
Can I reach out if I'm only starting to think about selling?
Yes. Your timeline can be months or years away. A first conversation is private and does not commit you to anything.
Will you consider a business that is having a tough time?
Yes. A business does not need to be perfect to start a conversation. We'll look at the underlying company, its people, customers, challenges, and a realistic path forward.
Do you work with owners who want to retire?
Yes. We're happy to discuss retirement, succession, or a gradual transition and what a responsible next chapter could look like.
What kinds of businesses are you looking for?
We're open to established, profitable businesses with real customers, a capable team, and an owner who cares about what happens after the sale.
No pitch deck needed
Start with a simple conversation.
Tell us what the business does, where it is, and why you're thinking about selling. We'll take it from there.
acquisitions@osi-na.com