Investing in Exceptional Businesses

Our philosophy is based on taking a long-term view when acquiring a business

Summit Roots Capital is the Ideal Partner!

  • Long-Term Focus

    Supported by a strong capital base and guided by a long-term investment approach, we are committed to maintaining stability for your employees and customers while thoughtfully building on your legacy.

  • Growth Mindset

    We approach investing with a growth mindset - seeing not just what a business is today, but what it can become. As owners, we bring strategic perspective and capital to help the business scale, adapt, and unlock new opportunities.

  • Flexible Solutions

    We take a thoughtful and flexible approach to structuring deals - one that respects your legacy and priorities. Our terms are designed to be mutually beneficial while ensuring a smooth transition and alignment for long-term success.

Meet our Founder: Chris Woo

With more than ten years of experience in M&A, investing, corporate strategy and operations, Chris combines deep deal-making expertise with a strong entrepreneurial background. His proven ability to grow businesses and lead acquisitions makes him a reliable partner for owners aiming to entrust their company to someone who can scale and maximize value.

Chris began his career at Citigroup as an investment banker advising on M&A transactions. He then worked as a private equity investor at EagleTree Capital and Z Capital Group, focusing on mid-market control investments. Chris later joined Acquco, where he led M&A, Strategic Finance and FP&A. Most recently, he advised companies on operational strategy and business transformations at Alvarez & Marsal.

Chris earned an Honors Business Administration (HBA) from the Richard Ivey School of Business at the University of Western Ontario. Currently, Chris lives in New York City.

Acquisition Process

    • Opportunity for us to get to know one another, learn more about your business and explore how we can add value.

    • We’ll work with you to understand your key business metrics and fundamentals.

    • If there is a fit, we’ll share a “Letter of Intent” (LOI), outlining valuation and deal structure tailored to your goals.

    • After signing the LOI, we’ll begin a deeper review of the business. During this stage, we will involve advisors such as legal and accounting, who will help complete the required diligence.

    • Simultaneously, we’ll work with you to finalize the purchase contract for the business.

    • Once the purchase contract is signed, we’ll wire over funds and work closely with you to ensure a smooth ownership transition, mitigating disruption to your team and customers.

Contact Us

If you are a business owner considering selling your company, please fill out the below form or send an email to: chris@summitrootscapital.com