Preserving What Works.
Unlocking What's Possible.

Partner with the next generation of entrepreneurs committed to preserving your legacy and methodically scaling what you've built.

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2024

Founded

$5M+

In Revenue

9

Entrepreneurs

7

Strategic Advisors

Methodic Is Not Your TypicalPrivate Equity Firm

Unlike other firms, we use a long-term, buy-and-build approach focused on continuously improving businesses over time rather than flipping them. We work closely with existing teams, and keep what already works while modernizing the business to stay competitive in today's market. We protect the owner's legacy and drive new growth through technology and operational excellence.

Our Approach

Our People

We've assembled a diverse team of entrepreneurs, blending talents from various backgrounds and industries, to effectively support our portfolio companies from all angles.

Methodic Ventures Founders — Gavin Mestler, Logan Mestler, and Dean Farber

Logan Mestler, Gavin Mestler & Dean Farber — Co-Founders

Gavin Mestler
Gavin MestlerLinkedIn
Managing Partner and Co-Founder
Gavin co-founded Methodic Ventures alongside his brother Logan with a mission to preserve and modernize the businesses that America runs on.
Logan Mestler
Logan MestlerLinkedIn
Managing Partner and Co-Founder
Logan co-founded Methodic Ventures alongside his brother Gavin with a mission to preserve and modernize the businesses that America runs on.
Dean Farber
Dean FarberLinkedIn
Managing Partner and Co-Founder
Dean is the founder of Duff Goods, an independently operated e-commerce business with $1M+ in revenue, and has experience across product sourcing, online sales, and managing the full lifecycle of a small business from end to end.
Brendan Hardiman
Brendan Hardiman
Head of Field Services
Brendan is the founder of Tuition Landscaping, a business he built from the ground up to $150K+ in revenue. He brings hands-on experience in field operations, client management, and scaling service businesses.
Shah Durran
Shah DurranLinkedIn
Head of AI Systems
Shah is a full stack developer and the founder of Fluidify Systems, a business automation firm that has deployed hundreds of AI-driven systems for businesses across the United States.
Daniel Berlin
Daniel BerlinLinkedIn
Head of Strategic Development & Partnerships
Dan is the founder and operator of Dirty Gut, a probiotic chocolate brand carried in 70+ grocery stores across the U.S., and has experience managing product, partnerships, and day-to-day operations.
Jacob McKinney
Jacob McKinneyLinkedIn
Head of Operations and Talent Strategy
Jacob is the co-founder of Junk Teens, a junk removal business in Massachusetts with $2.5M in revenue and 20+ employees, as well as Rage Zone and Junk University.
Brock Alpher
Brock AlpherLinkedIn
Head of Marketing and Growth Strategy
Brock is the founder of Sneaker Soul, a sole protection solution for sneaker enthusiasts, and has led growth for two $500K+/yr consumer brands. He focuses on scaling businesses through creative marketing and modernized operating systems.

Strategic Advisors

Brad Johnson
Brad Johnson
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Operations
Professor Emeritus at Babson College and
Former Vice President at Wayfair
Scott Waxler
Scott Waxler
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M&A
Founder, Lockebridge Capital Partners
Evan Farber
Evan Farber
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Legal
General Counsel at The Cranemere Group, Board Member of Flotek Industries
Matt Walker
Matt Walker
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Acquisitions
Investor, Operator, and Entrepreneur Specializing in Business Acquisitions and Real Estate
Erik Noyes
Erik Noyes
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Strategy
Director of The Generator AI Lab and Professor of Entrepreuership at Babson College
Edward Gorelick
Edward Gorelick
Accounting
Founder of Gorelick & Uslaner, CPAs
Chad Mestler
Chad Mestler
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Capital Markets
Founder of Helvetica Group and Raiseli.com
Vincent Sica
Vincent Sica
Founder of Vintra Franchise Holdings

Methodic is also backed by eTower, an elite entrepreneurship community founded at Babson College, with alumni that have built companies valued at over $3 billion.