Alterna Equity Partners is a South Florida-based private equity firm focused on investing in lower middle market U.S. companies through both control and select non-control transactions. The firm partners with founder-owned, family-owned, and entrepreneur-led businesses that have established operatin…
Alterna Equity Partners is a South Florida-based private equity firm focused on investing in lower middle market U.S. companies through both control and select non-control transactions. The firm partners with founder-owned, family-owned, and entrepreneur-led businesses that have established operating histories, strong management teams, and clear opportunities for continued growth and value creation.
Alterna’s investment strategy is centered on partnering with businesses, targeting Founder Rollover and alignment. The firm takes a relationship-driven approach to investing, working closely with owners and management teams to support operational improvements, strategic expansion initiatives, add-on acquisitions, and long-term scaling efforts. Alterna seeks to preserve company culture and management continuity while helping businesses navigate their next phase of growth.
The firm primarily targets companies with:
Enterprise values between $15 million and $150 million
EBITDA ranging from approximately $2 million to $15 million+
Revenue between $10 million and $150 million
Equity investment sizes of $5 million to $20 million
Alterna is actively sourcing:
Founder-led and family-owned businesses in transition
Buy-and-build platforms and add-on acquisitions
Operator-led and non-sponsored buyouts
Management-led buyouts
Businesses seeking growth capital, ownership transition solutions, or strategic partnership
The firm prefers opportunities where management and sellers maintain meaningful economic alignment through rollover equity participation. Alterna structures investments conservatively and takes a flexible approach across both majority-control and select minority investments.
Alterna focuses on industries where the team has developed deep sector knowledge and strong sourcing networks, including:
Business Services
Residential Services
Facility Services
Professional & Technical Services
Environmental Services
Transportation & Logistics
Wholesale Distribution
Specialty Transportation
Dedicated Transportation
Industrials
Niche Manufacturing
Industrial Maintenance & Cleaning
Aviation MRO & Services
Automotive Aftermarket
Specialty Chemicals
Waste Services
Technology
Managed Service Providers
Digital Engineering & Software Development
Cybersecurity
Healthcare Services
Specialty Provider Management
Home & Community-Based Care
Behavioral Health
Dental Services
Financial Services
Specialty Finance
Wealth Management
Insurance
Other Target Areas
Telecom Services
Education Services
Marine Services & Construction
Alterna’s founder-focused philosophy has been recognized through its inclusion on Inc.’s Founder-Friendly Investors list, reflecting the firm’s commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and building long-term partnerships with management teams.
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Recent Transactions (5)
Alterna Equity Partners
Automotive Repair and Maintenance
acquired
Anonymous
November 2025
Alterna Equity Partners
IT Services, Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
acquired
Crenshaw
October 2023
Alterna Equity Partners
Administration of Environmental Quality Programs, Biotechnology research and development laboratories or services in environmental science, Environmental Consulting Services, Environmental research and development laboratories or services (except biotechnology research and development), Environmental testing laboratories or services, Government Facilities Services, Pollution testing (except automotive emissions testing) services, Services to Buildings and Dwellings, Waste Management and Remediation Services, Waste Treatment and Disposal
acquired
Bulk ExpressTransport
December 2022
Alterna Equity Partners
IT Services, Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
acquired
AMG Marketing Resources
March 2022
Alterna Equity Partners
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
acquired
Mod Op
February 2022
Sectors Alterna Equity Partners serves:
Manufacturing
Consumer Goods
Industrials
Technology
Retail
Business Services
Distribution
Health Care
Consumer Services
Materials
Energy & Utilities
Financial Services
Telecommunications
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