—Our Approach—

Ella Capital Growth is an ideal partner for Northeast Ohio business owners seeking a smooth transition or retirement from daily responsibilities. Our approach is flexible, respecting your priorities and the nuances of your business while ensuring a discreet, efficient process with a secure close. We focus on acquiring and expanding businesses with a strong customer foundation and opportunities for growth. After the transition, our goal is to build on your company’s legacy, enhancing operations and pursuing sustainable growth that honors your existing relationships.

Here’s what you can expect from our process:

Northeast Ohio companies

EBITDA - $0.5M to $5M — right-sized opportunities that fly under the private equity radar
Product-centric companies offering innovative, branded solutions to industrial customers and/or consumers
Specialized technological processes with unique production capabilities
Long-term, trust-based customer relationships
Opportunities for growth and profit improvement

—Our Focus—

—Our Team—

Paul Lederer
Managing Partner

Paul’s diverse 15+ year career includes successful business strategy and execution within a wide variety of industries, including next-generation technology, IT infrastructure, oil & gas, and electrical manufacturing. Paul is skilled in identifying and setting growth strategies efficiently and effectively for sustained success. Paul is a mission-driven leader, who believes in a “For Others” culture as the building block of any business

Kurt Eyman
Managing Partner

Kurt’s career spans corporate strategy, enterprise sales, and executive communications at a Fortune 50 tech company. He has supported top sales leaders in aligning go-to-market priorities, navigating transformation, and driving sustained growth across global teams. Kurt specializes in uncovering value, simplifying complexity, and executing with clarity. He is a growth-minded operator who believes that strong communication and a people-first mindset are at the core of every successful business.