Chapin Newhard is the founder of 48North, a buy-side advisory firm created in 2023 to assist family-owned and founder-led businesses in finding the right private equity partners. His mission is to provide entrepreneurs with the guidance they need, whether seeking business growth, planning for retirement, or simply exploring their options.

The idea for 48North emerged from Chapin’s experience working at Pine Tree Equity, a private equity firm in Miami specializing in service businesses. During his time there, Chapin observed the challenges many business owners faced when selling their companies. Particularly for those with no selling experience, the process could feel overwhelming due to the many potential buyers reaching out. This sparked Chapin’s realization that there was a need for an advisory firm that would represent the business owner’s best interests without charging upfront fees.

To address this need, Chapin founded 48North to offer risk-free advisory services. Unlike many firms that charge fees from the business owner, 48North only earns compensation from the buyer once a deal is successfully closed. This approach allows business owners to receive expert guidance without any financial obligations at the start of the process, ensuring their interests are prioritized at every stage.

48North offers various services, including buy-side advisory, capital raising, and succession planning. Through buy-side advisory, the firm helps business owners identify investors or buyers who align with their values and long-term goals. Chapin’s firm leverages an extensive network of private equity firms to ensure the best matches.

For businesses looking to expand, 48North provides capital-raising services, helping owners connect with the right investors to fuel growth. The firm also offers guidance on succession planning, ensuring smooth leadership transitions, whether to family members or external buyers.

Chapin Newhard, originally from Aspen, Colorado, combines his finance expertise with a passion for outdoor activities and environmental causes. He enjoys skiing, hiking, and surfing and is engaged to Marissa Buchholz, with whom he shares a dog named Nala.