Your legacy
We acquire businesses to own and operate, not to flip them. The name, relationships, and reputation you built are part of what we want to preserve.
A holding company for small businesses · Pleasant Grove, Utah
When you are ready to sell, your business deserves a careful home.
Provident Business LLC acquires established small businesses from owners who are ready for what comes next — including owners nearing retirement. We buy companies we intend to own and operate for the long term, with care for the people who made them successful.
- A confidential process
- Care for your employees
- A fair valuation
For owners considering a sale
Your life’s work, treated with respect.
Selling is not only a financial decision. It is about what happens to the company, the people in it, and the reputation you spent years building.
Taking care of employees
Your team is central to the business. Our intent is to keep the people who already serve your customers well, not replace them after closing.
A confidential process
Conversations stay private. We will not contact your employees, customers, or competitors, and we are glad to sign an NDA before you share anything sensitive.
A fair valuation
We review your business carefully and put a clear, written proposal in front of you. You will see how we arrived at it, and you will have time to consider it.
What we look for
Established businesses whose owners are ready for a next chapter.
If your company fits most of the profile below, we would like to talk — even if you are only starting to think about what comes next.
Small businesses, broadly
We look at established companies across industries. (For IT service and managed service firms, see also Uptime Partners.)
An owner ready to sell
Owners who want to sell — often those nearing retirement or planning a new chapter — and who care about what happens after the sale.
Size
Purchase prices of up to about $5 million. Not sure where your business fits? Reach out anyway.
A real track record
A business with an established history, customers who return, and a team already in place.
A thoughtful transition
Owners who are open to helping with a transition, on a timeline that works for them and for the business.
Utah first, then nationwide
We are based in Pleasant Grove, Utah, and start with companies nearby. We are also open to conversations with businesses elsewhere in the U.S.
How it works
Simple, confidential, and at your pace.
- 01
Confidential intro call
A no-obligation conversation about your business, your goals, and your timeline.
- 02
NDA & information review
We sign an NDA, then review financials, operations, and other information together.
- 03
Letter of intent
A clear written proposal covering valuation, structure, and your transition role.
- 04
Due diligence
We confirm the details with care, with as little disruption as possible to your team and customers.
- 05
Close & transition
We close and follow a transition plan built with you, for your employees and your customers.
About
An operator-led holding company.
Provident Business LLC is a holding company based in Pleasant Grove, Utah. We acquire small businesses whose owners want to sell, and we intend to own and operate them for the long term.
Mark Bishop is Managing Partner. He has spent 10+ years in IT and operations, and works directly with owners through every conversation. You will deal with him, not a committee.
Uptime Partners is Mark’s IT-focused acquisition company. Provident Business LLC is the broader holding company for businesses in other industries.
FAQ
Common questions from owners
Will our conversations stay confidential?
Yes. We treat every conversation as confidential and are happy to sign a mutual NDA before you share financial or customer information. We will not contact your employees, customers, or vendors without your permission.
What happens to my employees?
Our intent is to keep your team. The people who already know your customers are a core reason we would want to acquire the business. We will discuss plans for your staff openly during the process.
How is a valuation determined?
We review the financials and operations you share under NDA and put a clear written proposal in a letter of intent. Structure depends on the specific business, and we will walk you through how we arrived at it.
How long does the process take?
Every situation is different. Timing depends on how quickly information can be shared, financing, and your own preferences. We will not rush you.
Do I have to leave right after the sale?
No. Many owners stay on for a transition period to introduce key customers and support the team. How long, and in what capacity, is up to what works for you and the business.
I am not ready to sell yet. Should I still reach out?
Yes. Many useful conversations start well before a sale. An early, no-pressure call can help you understand your options and plan ahead.
Contact
Start a confidential conversation.
Tell us a little about your company. Mark will reply personally. Nothing you share will be passed on.
- Emailmark@providentbusinessllc.com
- Phone(801) 457-7770
- Based inPleasant Grove, Utah