Investing in exceptional Oklahoma-based businesses
About Us
Cimarron Investment Group is committed to investing in and growing Oklahoma-based businesses for the long term. We believe in the strength, resilience, and future of the region, partnering with business owners to preserve their legacies while driving sustained growth and operational excellence. Our buy-and-hold approach ensures stability, continuity, and long-term value creation, allowing the businesses we acquire to thrive for the next 30 years and beyond.
Our Focus
We make long term investments in founder-led Oklahoma based businesses.
Investment Criteria
Revenue: $3 million to $25 million
EBITDA: $500k to $2 million
Headquartered in Oklahoma
Industry Focus
Manufacturing/Industrials
Distribution/Logistics
Oil & Gas/Professional Services
No Restaurants, Retail or Startups
Our Team
Rob Calice
Partner
Ernie McKee
Partner
Advisory Board
Rob Calice has 18 years of commercial leadership experience spanning the medical devices, manufacturing, and software industries, with a track record of driving growth in both publicly traded corporations and private equity-backed companies, including GE and Danaher.
Most recently, Rob served as Chief of Staff for a private equity-owned foodservice equipment and supplies manufacturer, where he led strategic P&L initiatives, including sales team restructuring, 80/20 product rationalization, and pricing optimization. His leadership contributed to a five-year revenue increase from $350M to $810M and EBITDA growth from $75M to $160M.
Rob holds a B.S. from Marquette University and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. He lives in Oklahoma City with his wife and three children.
Ernie McKee has a background in private equity, energy, and engineering, with experience spanning financial analysis, due diligence, deal sourcing, and portfolio company operations. He previously worked at Praesidian Capital, where he helped drive growth strategies across multiple industries.
Before Praesidian, Ernie worked at OneGas in pipeline controls engineering, optimizing infrastructure reliability and efficiency. He began his career as a field engineer at Halliburton, supporting assets in the Anadarko and Permian Basins.
Ernie holds a B.S. in Chemical Engineering, as well as an M.S. in Finance and an MBA from the University of Oklahoma, and earned his Professional Engineering License in 2021. He lives in Oklahoma City, where he remains actively involved in the local business community.
Cimarron Investment Group is backed by a distinguished Advisory Board of seasoned leaders with deep expertise across key industries and business functions. Their strategic guidance enables us to support and strengthen the companies we acquire, ensuring a smooth transition and long-term success. Our advisory team brings decades of experience in:
• Deal Transactions – We understand the complexities of selling a business and work to ensure a seamless, efficient process that respects your legacy.
• Legal & Compliance – Our experts navigate transaction structures and regulatory considerations to minimize risk and streamline the sale.
• Real Estate – Whether your business owns or leases property, we have the experience to manage real estate transitions effectively.
• Accounting & Finance – We conduct thorough financial assessments and offer fair, transparent valuations to maximize your return.
• Operations & Growth – Our team has a proven track record of enhancing efficiency, maintaining employee continuity, and driving business performance post-sale.
• eCommerce & Digital Strategy – For businesses with an online presence, we bring expertise in digital growth, marketing, and technology integration.
Contact Us
Rob.Calice@CimarronInvestmentGroup.com
Ernie.McKee@CimarronInvestmentGroup.com
Oklahoma City, OK