INVEST IN PEOPLE
PRESERVE LEGACY
BUILD GROWTH
We invest in Canadian businesses and are committed to creating long-term value for generations to come.
Who we are…
L & L Partners is a Vancouver-based family office investment firm focused on Canada’s lower mid-market. We believe in the resilience of the Canadian economy and the people who drive it.
What we do...
We seek to invest in established Canadian businesses with ownership planning for succession by deploying our own readily available capital. With a long-term approach to every investment, we are committed to supporting the existing management team in preserving the company’s legacy and fostering sustainable growth for generations to come.
What we value...
We believe successful businesses and productive partnerships are built on trust, transparency, and open communication. This foundation enables us to work with management teams to strengthen operations and create lasting value.
L & L Partners is a family office. Unlike traditional private equity or investment funds, we take a long-term approach to every investment.
Long-Term Ownership Mindset - We focus on building sustainable businesses, prioritizing long-term stability over short-term gains that may jeopardize future growth.
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Financial & Operational Expertise - We provide hands-on support and expertise to help management teams execute their strategies and scale effectively post-closing.
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Streamlined Decision-Making - By deploying our own capital, we minimize closing risk and ensure efficient decision-making: both during negotiations and post-closing operations.
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Flexible Deal Structures - We collaborate with owners to create exit solutions align with their goals, whether through a full buyout or gradual dilution of ownership.
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Overseas Supply Chain Access - With a robust network in Asia, we can assist businesses in enhancing their supply chains with minimal disruption.
Flexible, Efficient, and Aligned From Day One
We understand that selling your business is one of the more significant events in your life. To support a smooth and thoughtful transition, we’re committed to offering a flexible, collaborative process tailored to your needs. Below is a brief overview of a typical transaction timeline, which may be shorter or longer depending on the complexity of the business and transaction.
Week 1
Initial Conversation
We start with an introductory meeting to get to know each other and discuss your goals.
Week 2 - 3
Non-Disclosure Agreement & Initial Review
After signing an NDA, we review financials and learn about the business and its market.
Week 4
In-Person Meetings
We visit your business to see operations firsthand and begin early valuation discussions.
Week 5 - 6
Letter of Intent
We propose key deal terms in a Letter of Intent based on our initial findings.
Week 7 - 10
Confirmatory Diligence
Our team and 3rd-party advisors complete financial, legal, tax, and operational reviews.
Week 11 - 12
Final Closing
We finalize legal agreements, transfer funds, and celebrate the start of our partnership.
Our investment criteria are straightforward
Established Canadian Businesses
Seeking opportunities for majority ownership or full buyout, offering flexible deal structures to accommodate seller preferences.
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Strong Management
Aligned teams committed to long-term growth.
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Consistent Financial Performance
Stable cash flow with annual revenue of at least $5 million.
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Sector Focus
Commercial / industrial services, retail / specialty product distribution, light manufacturing, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS).
Meet the Team
At the heart of every successful business are strong, lasting relationships. We’re committed to building meaningful partnerships and using our experience to help businesses grow and thrive for the long term.​
Ian Luo
Managing Partner
Ian founded L & L Partners out of a deep passion for investing in and scaling small to medium-sized businesses. This passion was sparked early on as he watched his family build their business from the ground up on a different continent. Inspired by his family's resilience and determination to succeed, Ian pursued his career at some of Canada’s leading and most reputable professional services and investment firms, where he gained nearly a decade of financial and operational experience. With an entrepreneurial mindset and a disciplined approach, Ian now brings the structure and rigor typically found in larger organizations to the lower mid-market.​
Outside of work, Ian enjoys golfing, trail running, and riding his motorcycle through the backroads of British Columbia.
Tim Gibbs
Advisor
Tim is a seasoned banker with extensive domestic and international experience. In his last career position, he was General Manager for Emirates Bank International where he led the sale of its Pakistan operation on behalf of its controlling shareholder, the Government of Dubai. Previously he served both as the executive officer for RBC’s Global Private Banking throughout Asia Pacific and for all RBC’s businesses in Greater China. He is currently a board member and treasurer of one of the largest condominium developments in Latin America. ​
Tim brings a diverse set of leadership, financial, and operational skills to the L & L Partners advisory team.
Peter Kim
Advisor
Peter is a seasoned financial professional with over 15 years of domestic and international transaction advisory experience. He has advised private equity firms, family offices, pension funds, and corporates on deals ranging from owner-operated businesses to transactions exceeding $10 billion. At L&L Partners, Peter supports due diligence, structuring, financial reporting, and governance, bringing a practical, detail-oriented approach shaped by his experience at a Big 4 firm, a U.S. middle-market advisory, and a boutique M&A practice. Outside of work, he enjoys skiing, hiking, biking, reading, and time with his two young sons