Tiny Capital

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Overview

Tiny is a holding company that acquires and operates internet and technology-focused businesses, along with some in other industries. Domiciled in Canada, it invests primarily in North America and Europe, managing subsidiaries on a decentralized basis with a focus on capital allocation and senior management incentives.¹³ It partners with founders for quick exits while preserving team culture and long-term operations, targeting profitable companies with $500K to $50MM in earnings, high margins, and simple models.⁵

History

Tiny was started by founders and entrepreneurs who launched their first business in 2007, eventually transitioning into acquiring companies without initially planning to become investors.³ Co-founded by Andrew Wilkinson and Chris Sparling, with Jordan Taub as CEO and Mike McKenna as CFO.³ Over a decade, it has founded or acquired 11 companies and continues to buy wonderful businesses on a decentralized model.¹³⁵

Notable Products

Tiny subsidiaries - Portfolio of 11 acquired internet, technology, and other industry businesses managed independently.
MetaLab - Design and software development firm, one of the early businesses (inferred from context).
Dribbble - Design community platform acquired and operated within the portfolio.

Reputation

Tiny is perceived as a founder-friendly acquirer that preserves company culture and teams post-acquisition, appealing to entrepreneurs seeking straightforward exits.⁵ Professionals note its decentralized management and focus on high-margin, sustainable businesses with unique advantages.¹⁵ A related UK entity, TINY CAPITAL LTD, is newly incorporated and active with limited public perception.²

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