Oceans Equity has been launched by private equity professional Josh Bilmes to invest in service businesses and niche product companies across a range of sectors.
Mr. Bilmes has nearly 20 years of investing and advisory experience across multiple industries. From 2017 to 2024 he was a principal with Miami-based lower middle-market investor Boyne Capital. Earlier in his career he spent time at Aterian Investment Partners, Tavistock Group, Sun Capital Partners, and Raymond James.
Oceans seeks control investments in United States-headquartered service businesses and niche products companies with revenues from $10 million to $100 million and EBITDA from $2 million to $12 million.
“Oceans Equity is more than an investment firm; it’s a platform for empowering ambitious leaders and elevating exceptional businesses,” said Mr. Bilmes. “The firm employs a collaborative approach to investing, recognizing the value of intellectual honesty and open communication in building successful businesses and maximizing outcomes. With a founder mindset, Oceans Equity offers a cooperative alternative to traditional private equity. Our sincere goal is to build a community of high-integrity business leaders who seek authenticity and have a strong drive for achievement.”
During his tenure at Boyne Capital, Mr. Bilmes was a board member of numerous portfolio companies including Masters, a Florida-based building products development, manufacturing, and distribution company; Flatworld Solutions, a New Jersey-based business process outsourcing and automation company; and Pilot Power Group, a California-based provider of electric utility billing and data management services.
“At Oceans, we’re not just about making an investment; we offer dependable guidance, expert advice, and a trusted hand to help business leaders redefine what’s possible,” added Mr. Bilmes.
Oceans Equity is headquartered in Miami, Florida.
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