VIA FERRATA
OPERATORS
Built on grit. Run with care.
Our name comes from the iron paths bolted into mountains in the Italian Alps. Builders carved them into sheer rock where nothing existed before. It was hard, dangerous work, done with integrity and care — and those paths are still in use today.
That’s what Via Ferrata Operators is about: honoring the vision and grit of business owners who built something lasting and carrying their legacy forward the right way — step by step, no shortcuts.
Founded by operators to partner with one exceptional small business for the long haul.
I came to the U.S. from Italy many years ago without speaking English, and with a lot of ambition. I studied hard, worked harder, and built my career by taking on challenges. Along the way, I learned the best way to create value is to roll up your sleeves, get into the details, and do the hard work. There are no shortcuts.
I believe in hard work. I believe in being the kind of operator who knows the numbers and knows the people. I care about employees. I want to build a business where people are proud to work, where they grow, and where they feel taken care of.
I believe in good business models and financial discipline. I want to own a company with solid fundamentals, something durable and worth putting my name behind. I’m here for the long term. I want to own one great business, put in the work, and build something lasting.
This is personal. It’s not a “fund”, It’s me — an immigrant who worked his way here, who wants to do hard things for a long time, and who sees owning and operating a business as the best way to leave a legacy.
When I buy a business, it won’t be about changing everything. It’ll be about carrying forward what’s already been built, protecting the people who make it work, and making it even stronger for the next chapter.
- Giacomo, Owner Via Ferrata Operators (“VFO”)
What we are about
Hard work, no shortcuts.
Integrity and honesty in every decision.
Respect for the builders who created something from nothing.
Care for employees, customers, and community.
Conservative, disciplined stewardship for the long term.
What we are not
A quick flip or financial engineering play.
Chasing shiny objects or cutting corners.
Stripping a business down at the expense of its people.
Overpromising with aggressive forecasts.
Treating a business as just another “asset”.
Let’s Talk
If you’re a business owner thinking about the future of what you’ve built, or an advisor representing a business that fits our focus, I’d love to connect.
This isn’t just about buying a business — it’s about carrying a legacy forward the right way.
Reach out and I’ll get back to you personally.
You can also email me at giacomo@vfoperators.com
