NORTH RIDGECAPITAL

A succession plan to steward your business in its next chapter.

Acquiring and operating specialty manufacturers in the Upper Midwest.

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About

A buyer who builds on your legacy.

North Ridge Capital is an investment vehicle established in 2026 by Mitch Leidel to acquire and operate established manufacturing businesses in the Upper Midwest. Our vision is to create long-term value through strategic leadership, operational excellence, and investment in future growth. Employees, customers, and the communities in which the business operate are viewed as key assets and co-beneficiaries of this value creation.

As Principal of North Ridge Capital, Mitch Leidel is responsible for sourcing opportunities, executing investments with aligned capital partners, developing strong operational teams, and providing strategic leadership. Prior to North Ridge, Mitch held various commercial leadership roles across specialty manufacturing and agribusiness sectors at Cargill and Organic Valley. His experience includes P&L management, strategy & business development leadership, sales operations, and new product innovation.

Focus

Specialty manufacturing businesses in select industries.

We are seeking investment opportunities in manufacturers that have a compelling value proposition, loyal customer base, unique capability set, and a strong operational team.

Metal Manufacturing

Precision machining, custom fabrication, and metal finishing businesses with skilled teams, differentiated capabilities, and hard-won customer relationships.

Food Processing

Grain millers, produce processors, and specialty food makers rooted in the farms and supply chains of the Upper Midwest.

Chemicals & Plastic Converting

Specialty chemical producers, toll manufacturers, and plastic with proprietary formulations, durable customer relationships, and defensible niches.

Criteria

Established, closely held specialty manufacturing businesses in the Upper Midwest.

Sectors
Specialty manufacturing — precision machining, custom metal fabrication, food & agricultural processing, and niche industrial products.
Size
$1–3 million of seller's discretionary earnings or EBITDA.
Geography
The Upper Midwest, ideally within about 200 miles of Minneapolis–St. Paul.
Situation
Owners considering retirement or succession who care where their company, people, and name end up.
What we value
A genuine niche, strong value proposition, differentiated capabilities, and loyal customer relationships.

Approach

Long term value creation for all stakeholders.

Long Term Outlook

Patient capital. Flexible timelines allow for long term decision making.

Operationally Engaged

Active ownership. Customer engagement, strategy execution, and team development are key priorities.

Legacy Preservation

Continuity and stewardship. Employees, customers, and reputation are assets to be stewarded in the next chapter.

Get in touch

If a transition is on your mind, let's talk.

Confidential, no pressure, no obligation. Whether you're an owner weighing what's next or an advisor with a client in mind, I'd welcome a conversation.

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