You’ve Built Something Great. Pass it on With Confidence.
Whether you’re looking to step back, transition, or evolve, we help owners exit with peace of mind—by taking over and building on what you’ve created.
How can we help you?
You’ve poured years into building a solid, resilient business. But now you’re thinking about what’s next—whether it’s retirement, a new venture, or just time to breathe.
The Challenge?
Most buyers don’t get it. Many are too hands-off or focused on financial engineering. Others don’t inspire confidence. You want to know the next chapter will be one you’re proud of.
That’s where we come in.
Your Legacy Matters
At Synapt, we don’t just invest—we step in. We’re not private equity. We’re not consultants. We’re operators looking to acquire and personally grow high potential businesses.
We’re not flipping it. We’re not handing it off. We’re all-in.
Who We Are
We’re Jamie Surkont and Colin Morgan. We’ve spent our careers building, fixing, and running real businesses. We’ve been in the trenches, made the hard calls, and earned our scars.
Jamie Surkont
The only place where success comes before work is in the dictionary.
– Vidal Sassoon
How It Works
We Talk
No pressure. Just a real conversation.
We Dig In
If there’s a fit, we’ll outline what a smooth transition looks like.
We Step In
We acquire the business and take the lead—respectfully and intentionally.
This isn’t high finance. It’s a real relationship and a shared commitment to growth.
What We Look For in a Business
Durability
In business for 10+ years, profitable, cash generative. Diverse and consistent revenue.
Business
Growth opportunities or industry tailwinds. Low capex requirements.
Size
R3m - R12m earnings. We can adjust for exceptional businesses.
Geography
Western Cape or national businesses.
Not Our First Rodeo
Acquired in 2025. CIM Automation is a leading distributor of equipment in the industrial automation industry. The business has been helping manufacturers succeed for more than 30 years.
Built from scratch. Used cars are a difficult market, especially if your mission is to deliver a trusted, quality product supported by advanced technology. We started from zero and built getWorth to R600m in revenues and the SA leader in AI-based vehicle pricing.
Sold to the Motus Group in 2024.
Before that, we’ve managed business up to 2,000 employees at CEO and CFO level, stitched together multinational ventures and projects up to R10 Billion value, and planned and executed R500m turnarounds. We’ve worked internationally, cross-culturally, on site and in office, and have the war stories (and scars) to show for it.
When we commit, we follow through. With integrity and hands-on involvement.
Start the Conversation
You don’t hand over your life’s work to just anyone.
Let’s talk and see if we’re the right next chapter. No pressure, just possibilities.