Stag Forge Holdings

Precision. Discipline.
Enduring Value.

We acquire and grow founder-owned service businesses across the Mid-Atlantic — with permanent capital and a legacy-first approach.

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01

Who we are

We partner with owners of essential, non-discretionary service businesses — companies with recurring demand tied to regulation, infrastructure, or asset maintenance. Our focus is disciplined underwriting, operational rigor, and long-term value creation without forced exits.

  • Owner-friendly transitions
  • Regional sourcing
  • SBA-backed closings
02

Our approach

We are not a private equity firm.

We believe in preserving local businesses and the brands that have been built over decades in our communities. Our goal is to help owners create an exit plan that keeps the structure of the business intact — the team, the reputation, and the relationships that made the company successful.

Local buyers of local companies.

03

Buy box

Geographic and sector targets for acquisitions

Geographic focus

Pennsylvania
Chester, Lancaster, Delaware, Montgomery, Berks, Bucks, Philadelphia
Delaware
Statewide
Maryland
Cecil, Harford, Kent, Baltimore County, Baltimore City
New Jersey
Burlington, Ocean, Atlantic, Cape May, Camden, Salem, Cumberland, Gloucester

Tier 1 Priority sectors

  • Septic pump, tank services & porta potties
  • Well drilling, maintenance & pumps
  • Fire protection & inspection
  • Elevator inspection & repair
  • Backflow & water system testing
  • Propane delivery & service
  • Surveying
  • Environmental testing

Tier 2 Secondary sectors

  • Equipment rental
  • Unique home services businesses
  • Unique commercial service businesses
04

Leadership

Ryan Hamm

Principal

Background in financial underwriting, risk analysis, and operating oversight in service-based and regulated businesses. Focused on capital allocation, lender relationships, and preserving operational continuity through transition.

Kellen Economy

Principal

Hands-on operational leadership across service businesses. Focused on team development, process improvement, and scalable management systems that help founder-led companies thrive after sale.