On a mission to acquire & operate one exceptional business.
About us.
We are experienced operators and growth-driven partners with a clear mission: to acquire and develop a top-notch business. Unlike private equity or venture capital firms, we’re committed to rolling up our sleeves and working on the ground—ready to move our families to the business and get involved in the daily operations, just like you do every day. We want to protect the traditions, culture, and hard work that you’ve built over the years.
Our partnership is built on a mix of hands-on experience starting companies and growing teams, strong work ethic, and a shared passion for building something lasting. With diverse backgrounds, we know how to identify opportunities for growth, improve operations, and develop teams that work together to create real value.
Heritage Ridge Partners isn’t just a name—it’s built on a decade of trust. From college friends to business partners, our close relationship keeps us grounded and focused. We’re here to acquire a successful business, grow it, and continue the legacy of hard work and excellence.
-
Jake Salomon
Managing Partner
Since his first paying job at 13 teaching Sunday school, Jake has immersed himself in well over a dozen businesses and organizations, across sizes, geographies, and industries. He has a passion for service, and a respect for the amount of effort it takes to do great work, which stems from growing up surrounded by the family business, which his father ran from their Central Texas home.
Jake studied at Duke University, where he started as a food delivery driver, and ultimately rose to Chief Operating Officer of student services business which provided furniture rental, housekeeping services, and city-wide food delivery. After graduating with honors, Jake briefly worked in management consulting, before moving to startups operating at the cutting edges of financial innovation and data management, where he led product development and drove early sales cycles.
Jake holds a B.A. in Public Policy from Duke University.
-
Ethan Susser
Managing Partner
Ethan spent most weekends during his childhood at his father's small business. The experiences helping out in the warehouse greatly impacted Ethan, providing him with an inside look at the work ethic required to build a business and a deep desire to be a job creator.
Ethan went on to Duke University to study Public Policy, during which he incubated several small business ideas and ventures. One of those ventures was QuikReturn, a software company helping retailers better manage eCommerce returns. Following graduation, Ethan raised capital from leading Venture Capital firms to fuel the company's growth, culminating in the sale of the business to Veho, a billion-dollar supply chain technology company. After overseeing the integration of QuikReturn into Veho, Ethan spent several years leading various sales and strategy teams at Veho.
Ethan holds a BA in Public Policy from Duke University and is a MBA Candidate at the Columbia Business School.
Our Unique Approach.
Contact Us
Interested in exploring a transition with your business? Want to learn more about the Heritage Ridge Partners team? Please send us an email via the form below or contact us directly.
We respect your privacy and will keep all information and conversations strictly confidential.
We’re excited to embark on this journey with you.
ethan@heritageridgepartners.com
jake@heritageridgepartners.com