
SEL Group
SEL Group is positioned to acquire and operate small B2B professional services businesses
SEL Group is an investment firm dedicated to the long-term ownership and operation of an enduring small business in the Chicagoland area.
We focus on local or remote B2B professional service businesses.
About Us
SEL Group was founded by Danielle Matarasso with a simple idea: to build next generational family business. Inspired by the values of her own family’s third-generation textile business based in Montreal, SEL Group is grounded in a deep respect for hard work, community, and culture. Our mission is to acquire and operate an enduringly small business with the same care and long-term commitment that defined the family business we grew up around.
Danielle brings over 15 years of experience spanning finance, accounting, sales, operations, and market strategy. Most recently, she served as an operating executive at a Chicago-based technology firm, where she helped shape growth and lead cross-functional teams. Her background also includes M&A advisory and accounting, providing a strong foundation for thoughtful, long-term business stewardship.
Investment Criteria
Profitable & Growing
Pre-tax earnings/SDE of $500K - $1.5M
Revenues of $1M-$10M
5+ years of consistent profitability
Operating in a growing professional services market
Enduring Legacy
Seller seeking majority ownership transfer
SEL Group invests with a long-term view
Strong Company Culture
Talent-first, people-focused culture
Stable and repeating customer revenue
Ability to be run remotely in the future