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Kim Leitzes
Acquisition Entrepreneur, Zeal Partners | Saas Founder from Zero to Exit
Kim Leitzes is the Managing Partner at Zeal Partners, a family-owned holding company based in Rancho Santa Fe, California. Zeal Partners focuses on acquiring full or majority stakes in exceptional small and medium-sized businesses, primarily in Southern California, with a long-term investment approach that prioritizes preserving the values and culture of the acquired companies.12
Before founding Zeal Partners, Kim was the founder and CEO of PARKLU, a software company that specialized in managing social media influencers. Under her leadership, PARKLU grew to 60 employees and was sold to a global software company in late 2020. Kim's background includes experience in middle-market mergers and acquisitions, which she gained while working at a boutique investment bank in New York City.24
Kim and her husband, Adam Leitzes, co-founded Zeal Partners with the intent to build a portfolio of businesses that allows them to engage with their community and continue their entrepreneurial passions. They are particularly interested in companies with a history of profitability and strong competitive advantages.23
