Search Fund

Preserve what you built. Unlock what's next.

David Katz is acquiring one exceptional B2B or B2G company to lead as CEO, bringing two decades of operating experience and patient capital to your next chapter.

A Proven Operator

Two decades of results, not theory.

0%

YoY growth as CRO, Tablet Command

$0M → $0M+

ARR scaled across GTM orgs

0%+

Annual growth, multiple companies

~0 yrs

Operating in tech and government

Backed by operators and investors who build for the long term.

Trilogy Equity Partners
Pacific Lake Partners
Endurance Search
Amplify SG
Highland Creek Partners

The Opportunity

Protect what you've built, on your terms.

You've spent years building something worth preserving: the team, the customers, the reputation. We keep that intact while giving you real liquidity today, and we structure the rest around what you want next. Stay on and share in the growth ahead, shift into an advisory role, or step away entirely. Choose now, or decide later. Whatever you choose, the business you built stays in good hands.

If This Sounds Familiar

You've built something real. Now come the harder questions.

Built on reputation

Word of mouth got you here. Now it needs a sales engine.

Good, not yet great

You can see the next level. You're just not sure which lever gets you there.

Worth more than it shows

Real value, still waiting to be unlocked.

Still in the middle of everything

It's worked so far. Now it needs to work without you.

PE firms that felt off

You want a partner, not a spreadsheet.

Ready for real leadership

The right leaders would change everything, if you could find them.

The First Conversation

No pitch decks. No pressure. Just your business, and where it could go.

What We'll Cover

  1. 01Your story, in your words
  2. 02What's working, what isn't
  3. 03What's capping your growth
  4. 04Where you want this to go
  5. 05Whether we're actually a fit

What We Won't Do

  1. 01Ask for financials on day one
  2. 02Push you toward a decision
  3. 03Share your details with anyone
  4. 04Rush the process
  5. 05Treat this like a transaction

Length

30 to 45 minutes

Format

Virtual or in person

Commitment

No obligation

If there's mutual interest, we'll outline next steps. If not, no hard feelings.

What Makes This Different

This isn't about buying a business. It's about building one, together.

Proven Revenue Leadership

65% year-over-year growth as CRO of Tablet Command, built through hands-on go-to-market work.

Long-Term Orientation

One business, run as CEO for the long term. No flip, no exit clock.

A Network That Opens Doors

A network spanning the White House to venture-backed scale-ups, and now it's yours too.

Investors Who've Done This

Backed by search fund investors who back CEO-entrepreneurs, not spreadsheets.

Proof It Works

GovTech Expansion

One state, dominant share, but no national traction. David rebuilt the commercial strategy: new territories, hunter sales leaders, and channel partnerships to close the gaps.

Result: new regions won, contract value up, recurring revenue stronger.

How We Approach Growth

Growth comes from operating the business well, not financial engineering.

Sales-Led Growth

Repeatable revenue engines that don't depend on the founder.

Talent Engine

Leaders worth staying for, and a culture that keeps them.

Product Innovation

Sharper product for the customers you already have.

Operator-First Governance

Decisions made for the business, not a fund's timeline.

David Katz, Founder & CEO, Temescal Capital

Meet David Katz

Stanford MBA. Deep respect for founders who build from zero.

As CRO at Tablet Command, David delivered 65% year-over-year growth. He spent nearly a decade at Quid, opening government accounts like the DoD, NASA, and DHS and selling into Bain, BCG, and the Fortune 500. His career also includes government service at the White House and the Department of Energy. Now he's looking for one partnership where founder vision meets operational depth.

“David combines significant public sector experience with substantive leadership in sales and business.”
Aaron Perrine, Managing Director

A Clear Path to Close

3–4 months, start to close.

Weeks 1–2

Initial Diligence

We get to know your business, and you get to know us.

Weeks 2–3

Letter of Intent

Proposed structure and valuation, then exclusivity to close.

Weeks 3–9

Diligence

Financial, operational, and legal review, worked through together.

Weeks 10–13

Final Negotiations

Purchase agreement and transition plan, finalized.

Weeks 14–16

Closing & Transition

David steps in as CEO. Customers and team feel no gap.

Every business is different, so we adapt the timeline. The momentum stays the same.

Ready for your next chapter?

David is looking for one exceptional partnership. Whether you're ready now or just exploring, let's talk.