SoCal Roots was founded by D.B. Raymond to acquire and operate an established business in San Diego County. A senior manager at a Fortune 50 aerospace and defense company, he brings more than a decade of leadership experience in complex, regulated manufacturing and engineering environments.

D.B. has a proven record of driving growth and operational excellence, leading teams in AS9100 and ISO 9001 certified operations. He has implemented Lean and Six Sigma systems that delivered measurable performance gains. His hands-on experience translates directly to quality driven, precision focused businesses across industries.

With D.B., you’re selling to a local operator who will run the company directly, maintain the team and customer relationships, and will invest for steady, long term growth.

Many owners prefer to sell their company to someone who will operate it personally and protect what made it successful. SoCal Roots isn’t a private equity fund or a short term investor. D.B. will lead the company day to day, on site in San Diego, continuing the culture, quality standards, and customer relationships that the founder built.

Every discussion is handled with discretion and respect for confidentiality. With committed capital, established lender relationships, and a streamlined diligence process, SoCal Roots moves efficiently from agreement to close, providing owners with certainty, continuity, and a clear path forward for their people and legacy.