Entrepreneurial Capital

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Description

At Entrepreneurial Capital, we believe great businesses are built by great people. We back passionate, self-funded searchers who dream of owning and running a profitable, “boring” business — providing them the capital, encouragement, and hands-on support they need to succeed. As a nimble, hands-on investment firm, we specialize in partnering with self-funded searchers in the Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) community, helping them navigate the complexities of buying and operating a single business. Founded by Grant Hensel — an experienced operator, investor, and former searcher himself — Entrepreneurial Capital understands the unique challenges and rewards of acquiring and scaling a small business. Grant’s firsthand experience allows us to serve as true partners, helping searchers navigate every stage of the journey. We don’t just write checks — we become true partners, helping shape the post-acquisition journey and supporting searchers as they step into the CEO seat. As we continue to grow, we are expanding our network of searchers, investors, and partners, all united by a shared mission: to help talented entrepreneurs buy, build, and grow enduring small businesses. Let’s build something great, together.

Location

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Industry

Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

Investor Type

Private Equity

Target Sectors

Verticals

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Specialities

Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition Investing, Search Fund Investing, Self-Funded Search Investing

Classify Status

Triage: lean_acquirer — Backs self-funded searchers in ETA control acquisitions

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ID: 12369Airtable: vayne-100361-395Created: 10/06/2026