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$6.4M Revenue | $1.25M SDE | Absentee Owner | On Pace For Record 2026
High-Growth Illinois Marketing & Merchandise Platform
"$6.4M Revenue | $1.25M SDE | Absentee Owner | On Pace For Record 2026"
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a rapidly growing, professionally managed branded merchandise and marketing platform in Illinois generating approximately $6.4M in revenue and $1.25M in Seller’s Discretionary Earnings.
The business has grown every single year since inception and is already off to a record-breaking start in 2026 with over $1.25M in sales in the first two months alone which includes a newly secured global client.
The current owner spends approximately 10 hours per week in an oversight role. A full management team and department leaders handle daily operations, client relationships, production coordination and fulfillment.
This is not a startup. This is a fully built, cash-flowing machine.
2025 Financial Snapshot:
Revenue: ~$6,449,000
SDE ~$1,250,000
Margin ~19%
Employees 24
Space 15,500 SqFt warehouse + office
On pace for the largest year in company history.
2026 Momentum:
• Over $1.25M in revenue in the first two months
• Newly landed global account
• Expanding client pipeline
• Strong repeat program volume
The trajectory is accelerating.
Perfect For:
• Strategic marketing or merchandise companies
• Buyers seeking vertical integration
• Private equity or search fund buyers
• Family offices
• Experienced operators wanting strong cash flow with management in place
Prime retail spaces in Illinois.
This is a HIGHLY confidential listing. If interested, complete the short Contact Form or call the EatZ Broker on the right for more information. Additional information provided to qualified buyers upon NDA execution and proof of funds.
Listed By Ted Aretos at EatZ & Associates
"$6.4M Revenue | $1.25M SDE | Absentee Owner | On Pace For Record 2026"
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a rapidly growing, professionally managed branded merchandise and marketing platform in Illinois generating approximately $6.4M in revenue and $1.25M in Seller’s Discretionary Earnings.
The business has grown every single year since inception and is already off to a record-breaking start in 2026 with over $1.25M in sales in the first two months alone which includes a newly secured global client.
The current owner spends approximately 10 hours per week in an oversight role. A full management team and department leaders handle daily operations, client relationships, production coordination and fulfillment.
This is not a startup. This is a fully built, cash-flowing machine.
2025 Financial Snapshot:
Revenue: ~$6,449,000
SDE ~$1,250,000
Margin ~19%
Employees 24
Space 15,500 SqFt warehouse + office
On pace for the largest year in company history.
2026 Momentum:
• Over $1.25M in revenue in the first two months
• Newly landed global account
• Expanding client pipeline
• Strong repeat program volume
The trajectory is accelerating.
Perfect For:
• Strategic marketing or merchandise companies
• Buyers seeking vertical integration
• Private equity or search fund buyers
• Family offices
• Experienced operators wanting strong cash flow with management in place
Prime retail spaces in Illinois.
This is a HIGHLY confidential listing. If interested, complete the short Contact Form or call the EatZ Broker on the right for more information. Additional information provided to qualified buyers upon NDA execution and proof of funds.
Listed By Ted Aretos at EatZ & Associates
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 35
- Employees
- # Of Employees: 24 (8 + 16).
- Facilities & Assets
- Owners Role: Absentee - full management structure in place.
Square Feet: 15,500 (6,000 SqFt + 9,500 SqFt).
Days/Hrs of Operation: Mo-Fr 8a-5p (Closed Saturday-Sunday).
Year Established: 2009 & 1991
Lease Information: Leased spaces ~$16,000/mth gross. Current leases expire 2028 with options to renew. - Market Outlook / Competition
- What Makes This Opportunity Different
• Deep brand recognition across multiple industries
• Recurring program-based revenue streams
• Long-standing corporate and distributor relationships
• Integrated creative, sourcing, fulfillment and in-house production capabilities
• Operating below maximum capacity, creating immediate margin upside
• Management in place with minimal owner involvement
The company functions as an extension of its clients’ marketing departments, creating strong retention and recurring demand. - Opportunities for Growth
- Growth Opportunities
• Increase internal production routing for higher margin capture
• Expand national account development
• Add structured outbound sales efforts
• Leverage existing infrastructure to scale without major capital investment
The current infrastructure can absorb significant additional volume.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 15,500
- Rent
- $16,000.00 per month
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Family obligations.
- Transition Support
- Negotiable on-site and remote training.
- Financing Options
- No.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2481834
- Listing Views
- 149
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