Star Course
An experienced leader turned entrepreneur seeking to acquire, operate, and grow a single outstanding business in the Carolinas.
Star Course is a Charlotte-based venture dedicated to acquiring, operating, and growing a single profitable business in the Carolinas for the long-term.
Our approach is grounded in servant leadership, discipline, a commitment to the region, and a winning-in-teams culture towards our long-term “hold and grow” philosophy to do right by company, customers, community, and country.
Our venture brings robust financial strength and flexibility to every opportunity, backed by a deep bench of equity partners, specialized service providers, and trusted lender relationships.
Star Course is seeking to purchase an outstanding business possessing growth potential and $3M to $20M in revenue within the broader Carolinas region.
We are focused on partnering with selling owners of the right businesses by offering personal liquidity, growth funding, and active day-to-day operational management through new ownership and direct leadership.
Star Course was founded in 2024 by Green Beret veteran and acquisition entrepreneur Nate Schwartzbauer.
Nate believes that smaller businesses are vital to the growth and prosperity of the American economy and the local region for future generations.
Future prosperity depends on continued strong leadership to navigate the decades to come as current business owners approach retirement.
Star Course is prepared and committed to realizing this American future.