Ohio Entrepreneur & Owner-Operator

Preserving Legacies,
Building New Ones

Anchored in trust, grit, and diligence, Belrose Capital acquires, launches, and operates businesses through a direct, hands-on approach with uncompromised integrity — giving all ventures a strong footing while also helping legacy owners achieve a successful exit and lasting business continuity.

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Strategy

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Target
Owner-operated legacy businesses and start-up ventures or franchises, industry agnostic, with a compelling thesis for growth, a proven model or track record, and great people. An ideal fit starts with an owner who has run the business for decades and is looking for a successor who brings a diverse background, expertise, renewed energy, and a thoughtful, long-term mentality to preserve and continue their legacy — or a franchisor seeking an owner-operator with that same commitment to its brand, values, and vision.
Market
Lower and lower-middle market businesses
Size
Up to $10M revenue; no minimum
Geography
Central / Northeast Ohio and the Greater Midwest
Readiness
Belrose launched its first franchise in 2026 and is actively evaluating acquisitions and other ventures. All transactions are backed by personal capital and institutional financing, with M&A attorneys, lenders, and transaction advisors in place to close efficiently.

Approach

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Simple Conversation

A confidential discussion with an owner or partner to understand the business and their goals, and to explore whether there may be a genuine fit.

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Evaluation & Structuring

A financial and non-financial operational assessment, followed by a prospective structure that factors in what matters most to the seller — continuation of legacy, key people, price, and timeline.

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Efficient Diligence

A focused diligence process run by someone who has sat on both sides of transactions, avoiding unnecessary friction or delay.

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Closing & Launch

A clear business plan and strategic model incorporating employees, customers, and suppliers, followed by active operation and lasting stewardship.

About Belrose

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Kyle Ellis founded Belrose Capital to acquire, start, and grow businesses through day-to-day dedication and hard work. He has always had an entrepreneurial mindset, rooted in process improvement with a strong foundation of sustainable, growth-oriented problem-solving.

Belrose is Kyle's sole career and focus. It isn't a fund, a rollup, or a private-equity-backed entity. Belrose is an engaged, long-term independent owner primed to execute — scaling each company through growth and innovation, no matter the structure or stage.

Kyle spent over a decade working alongside a diverse set of business owners and executives, from regional lower-middle market companies to upper-middle market global enterprises. At Crowe, he led financial statement audits and consolidation accounting for companies with $300M to over $1B in revenue. At Windsor, he managed investment portfolios for ultra-high-net-worth business owners, assessed private investment funds and deals, and consulted as a personal CFO, which from time to time included collaborating and advising on client-related buy- and sell-side transactions. All facets of his experience sharpened his skills in business transactions, financial analysis, and value creation, while also fine-tuning his emotional intelligence, allowing him to quickly form trusting relationships and lead adaptively.

Kyle applies the same principles he spent years advising owners on — growth, capital, and financial management — to Belrose's wholly owned entities. Every company under Belrose, whether acquired or newly formed, runs the same way: owner-level attention, measured financial decisions, and a defined path forward.

Given Kyle's versatile background and expertise, Belrose is equipped for the right opportunity within any industry. For sellers, this means working with a buyer who will take the time to understand the business — not just someone running the numbers and making an offer.

Kyle understands what the business means to the founder who built it. He has spent ample time supporting owners pre- and post-transaction through financial, personal, and emotional lenses. Building trust is essential, not optional.

Born and raised in Cleveland, Kyle has lived in Columbus for over a decade, where he resides with his wife and two daughters. Kyle's commitment to success is grounded in his family and friends.

Experience
Puddle Pools Columbus | Franchise Owner-Operator (Present)
Windsor Advisory Group | Multi-Family Office (2022–2026)
Crowe LLP | Audit & Assurance (2014–2022)
Credentials
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®)
Education
Miami University | Accounting & Business Analytics
Connect
LinkedIn

Get in Touch

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Kyle Ellis, Principal at Belrose Capital

Whether you're a business owner thinking about what's next, a broker or investment banker with a listing that might be a fit, a potential partner, or simply know of a good connection — reach out directly. All conversations and information shared are kept private and secure.

Kyle Ellis, PrincipalBelrose Capital LLC