About Northeast Equity Partners
A people-first approach to long-term business ownership.
Our Mission
Northeast Equity Partners exists to acquire and operate one exceptional essential services business with respect, integrity, and a long-term commitment to the people who make it great.
We believe the best businesses are built on strong relationships, consistent execution, and a genuine care for customers and employees. Our goal is to preserve what works, improve what doesn't, and invest in sustainable growth.
Our Managing Partner
Nick Windwer, CPA, serves as Managing Partner of Northeast Equity Partners. With over five years of M&A tax consulting experience at a Big 4 firm in New York City, Nick advised on complex transactions across multiple industries.
Growing up around his father's small healthcare business, Nick developed a deep appreciation for the care, commitment, and community impact that define great small businesses. He leads our team in searching for one essential services business to acquire and operate, with plans to relocate and embed in the local community to build long-term value.
Our Values
People First
Employees, customers, and community are the foundation of every great business.
Respect & Integrity
Honest communication, fair dealing, and honoring commitments in every interaction.
Continuous
Improvement
Employees, customers, and community
are the foundation of every great business.
Safety Obsession
Nothing matters more than everyone going home safe every day.
Community
Stewardship
Always learning, always growing, always finding ways to serve better.
Long-Term Thinking
Building value over decades, not quarters. Patient capital for patient growth.
Our Process
Introduction
Initial conversation to understand your business, goals, and timeline. Completely confidential.
A clear, respectful path from introduction to closing and beyond.
Fit Check
Review high-level financials and operations to confirm mutual interest and alignment.
Indication of Interest
Non-binding IOI outlining preliminary valuation range and deal structure.
Due Diligence
Thorough but respectful review of financials, operations, legal, and customer relationships.
Letter of Intent
Binding LOI with final price, terms, and timeline to closing.
Close
Final paperwork, funding, and transition of ownership. Celebration!
30/60/90 Day Plan
Structured onboarding focused on safety, culture, customer retention, and operational excellence.