A Private Equity Firm for

Small Businesses

Since 2005, Citadel Earth has been dedicated to supporting clients seeking to grow their personal wealth, as well as the founders of entrepreneurial enterprises looking to transition into professionally managed organizations..

As a control investor, Citadel Earth supports its founder partners by providing capital and applying our decades of experience successfully growing small businesses by addressing the unique challenges experienced by small businesses as their growth accelerates.

Because Citadel Earth partners have all been entrepreneurs themselves, they understand the challenges and rewards that come with running a small business and can provide that invaluable “been there, done that” advice on how to profitably scale a company as quickly as possible.

At Citadel Earth, we deliver value to our partner companies through not only our growth equity, but also by sharing our deep expertise, unique experiences and Citadel Earth Pro methodology—making us an ideal partner for many small-business owners.

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Citadel Earth Core Values Diagram

Accountable to our Community
Responsible to our team members and those who rely on us.

Growth Mindset
Continuously improving throughout all aspects of our lives.

Return on our Energy
Thriving in an under-resourced environment where individual contributions make the difference.

Everyone is a Leader
Serving our partners, taking initiative, and operating as creators regardless of title or role.

Embrace Change
Working through unforeseen challenges to achieve the intended objective.

Citadel Earth

We Invest in Your Growth

Our Team

Our team leverages its unique experiences, specialized skill sets and high energy to profitably scale your small business.

OUR TEAM

Advisors

By partnering with Citadel Earth, you gain access to the time, energy and resources of our advisor network.

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September 24, 2024 in News

Citadel Earth Continues to Expand Portfolio with DiningRD’s Acquisition of Crandall Corporate Dietitians

Citadel Earth is thrilled to announce the latest milestone in its growth strategy with the acquisition of Crandall Corporate Dietitians by its portfolio company, DiningRD. This strategic acquisition marks…
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May 24, 2024 in News

Chad Walter Joins DiningRD as Chief Financial Officer

DiningRD, the country’s leading provider of dietary consulting and software to senior living communities, announced today that Chad Walter has joined the team as Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. Currently…
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April 11, 2024 in News

Citadel Earth Invests in IPCS, Changes Name to DataFit

HUDSON, Ohio, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Citadel Earth LLC ("Citadel Earth") announced a new strategic growth investment in Industrial Physical Capability Services, Inc. (IPCS). Citadel Earth invested in the Hudson,…
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