Lennox
Partners
At Lennox Partners, we pride ourselves on partnering exclusively with family—and founder-run businesses dedicated to excellence and craftsmanship. Established in 2023, our firm is committed to fostering sustainable growth and long-term success through strategic investments and comprehensive support. We help leaders professionalize their business and provide resources to grow your company sustainably.
We provide expert governance, succession, and legacy planning guidance to ensure business stability and continuity. By understanding the unique values and legacies of the businesses we work with, we tailor our solutions to drive profitability and competitive advantage.
Targeting companies with revenues between $3M to $20M in the lower middle market, we aim to impact the communities our partner businesses serve positively. Our confident and friendly approach sets us apart as we align our goals with those of family and founder-led enterprises. Lennox Partners is dedicated to preserving legacies and fostering prosperity, supporting businesses in achieving their full potential and long-term aspirations, giving you a sense of reassurance and hope.
Our Clients
AT LENNOX PARTNERS, WE BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF FAMILY AND FOUNDER-LED BUSINESSES TO MAKE A POSITIVE INPACT FOR THEIR COMMUNITIES, ORGANIZATIONS, AND FAMILIES.
Our Core Beliefs
Our experience working in and with family businesses has shaped Lennox Partners' values.
WE STAY FOCUSED
The path to long-term success is a winding road, staying focused through the ups and downs is crucial to reaching professional and personal goals.
STICKING TO OUR ROOTS
Our focus is working with and assiting family and founder run companies (FFC) who are passionate about their business, their products, and people.
HONEST ADVISE
We listen, learn, and create an understanding of your business and family to provide a perspective that positively impacts you.
HEART AND SOUL
Our expectation is you have poured your heart and soul into your business and you expect an advisory partner who does the same.
Our Focus
Our focus on family and founder-run businesses enables us to uniquely bridge the gap between the F-Suite (family members focused on long-term strategy) and the C-Suite (business leaders focused on the short-term).
Legacy
Legacy in a family or founder-run business preserves the original vision and values that shaped its identity. This enduring spirit helps guide decisions, ensuring the company remains true to its roots while evolving over time. Maintaining legacy fosters pride and responsibility in both current leaders and future generations.
Connection
Preserving a family business is vital for the family members and the employees who played a key role in building it. These employees often become like family, contributing to the company’s growth and success. By continuing the business, you honor this relationship, fostering a culture of loyalty, shared values, and mutual growth.
Passion
Founders pour their passion into every aspect of their business, from the people they work with to the products or services they offer. This passion becomes the driving force behind the company’s growth and success. As the business evolves, it’s crucial to harness this energy and vision to inspire future generations and maintain a strong connection to the company’s original mission. By continuing to channel this passion, businesses can ensure they remain innovative and purpose-driven, keeping the founder’s spirit alive and pushing the company toward long-term success and sustainability.
"Less than 30% of family businesses survive into the third generation of family ownership."
McKinsey & Company
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OUR COMMITMENT
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CONTINIOUS LEARNING
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WHO WE ARE
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Meet Our Founder
Ian Galbraith, the founder and CEO of Lennox Partners, and a seasoned executive known for his deep expertise in navigating the unique challenges of family businesses. With a rich background in executive roles, Ian's leadership at Lennox Partners is characterized by a keen understanding of the intricate dynamics that shape these organizations. Before launching Lennox Partners, Ian held a key senior executive position at Foxworth-Galbraith Lumber Company, a storied institution in the building materials sector with a 121-year legacy. During his tenure, Ian was instrumental in driving the company's success, collaborating closely with major clients, leading operational divisions, and providing strategic direction as a board member.
Vision
To be the trusted partner for family and founder-led businesses, empowering them to achieve enduring success and leave a lasting legacy. We envision a future where these enterprises thrive through exceptional craftsmanship, unwavering excellence, and a deep commitment to their teams, customers, and communities.