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Advertising Independent Sponsors

583

Active Firms

11,012

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$17M

Core Revenue Range

$700K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 14%
California 12%
Texas 11%
New York 7%
Pennsylvania 4%

Key Attributes

Focus: Control Investments | Capital Source: Deal-By-Deal Financing | Operating Approach: Scale & Exit

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Goodison Park Capital

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We are an investment firm that works with entrepreneurs, family businesses, and owners to help them unlock the value they have created in their companies. We keep things simple, we work fast, and we use a collaborative and transparent approach to get deals done. We like companies that have: - a path to future growth - a distinct advantage (reputation, trade secrets, differentiation) - a simple business model - profitable $1M-$10M in net income - operational success of 5 years of longer - great team, culture, and values We look for: - Retiring entrepreneurs - we'll work with you to get an easy…

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Vale Capital Partners

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Vale Capital Partners is an independent sponsor firm, established in 2023 and based in Toronto, Canada. Vale was created with a few core principles in mind: transparency, integrity, discipline, humility and learning. We strive to differentiate ourselves through our experience and relentless work ethic, while being open and honest partners every step of the way. Vale wants to partner with lower middle market businesses across a variety of sectors and focus on growth and value creation, with the firm's founders dedicating significant time to operations and working with management. The firm is…

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Bridge Impact Partners

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We partner with business owners to help them to get the right people on their team, bridge the gap between doing the work and managing the company, and cultivate the ideas, solutions, resources, and connections needed to scale both their impact and their bottom line. 

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Moss TX, LLC

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Moss TX, LLC is a private investment firm focused on lower middle-market opportunities in the U.S. We partner with exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

N27 Partners

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N27 Partners is a private investment firm focused on small to medium-sized acquisitions. We partner with exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth. Post-acquisition, we work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

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Maddocks & Company

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Maddocks and Company is a full service branding, marketing and advertising company whose client list includes such companies as Red Bull, Disney, KetelOne, Sony, Lenovo, The Venetian, Murad, Coke and many others. We uphold the belief that good work stems from a profound effort to understand the client’s needs, criteria and objectives. We work to understand what your consumers are all about. We use this information as the basis for creating emotional connections that lead to positive business solutions. Maddocks has built distinct and powerful brand identities, product, packaging and…

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ProfitSmith inc

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We are a new firm looking to make strategic acquisitions in the middle market space.We've raised capital from investors that typically invest in venture capital.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Sergiwa Capital

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Sergiwa Capital is run by an entrepreneurial team that consults for other founder-operated businesses and offers buyout opportunities for select companies with sales of up to $60MM. We focus on identifying appropriate strategies and developing people, processes, and technologies for executing and delivering differentiated and innovative products and services with unique customer value propositions. We seek to honor the legacies of owners by building on and sustaining unique businesses for the 21st century.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Matbucha LLC

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Matbucha LLC is a private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. We partner with exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth. Post acquisition, we work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders. 

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Spire Services LLC

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Spire Service Partners is a buy-and-build platform focused on the residential services sector. We acquire founder-owned businesses with $10-30mm of revenue across multiple verticals

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Edenic Partners

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Founders of tech-enabled services businesses currently have minimal options when scaling their company from $1M to $10M+ of EBITDALower middle-market private equity firms will only engage if they can acquire full-controlVenture capital firms won't engage because the addressable market is not $1BN+As former founders, investors and advisors, we work with founders that want growth capital to execute on the "PE Playbook" without giving up full-control

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Swingbridge LLC

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Swingbridge operates as a merchant bank, specializing in public equities, private equity, and debt solutions. Our investor network comprises over 60 families who participate in individual deals. Currently, we have nine active investments in the private sector, while on the public side, we maintain a long-only mindset with a portfolio of 15 selected names. With an industry-agnostic approach, we assess each opportunity by thoroughly analyzing returns on capital against the cost of capital.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Elevation Rock LLC

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Elevation Rock LLC is a family office focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. We partner with exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth. Post acquisition, we work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

6052658 Canada Inc.

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My Business Partners and I are ex-Co-Founders of multipe companies. As entrepreneurs we were hands on Operators who grew and successfully exited multiple upper mid-market companies. Today, we are aiming to acquire small mid-market businesses and grow them.

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Equanim Capital LLC

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Equanim Capital LLC is a New York-based private equity firm focused on control investments in lower middle-market manufacturing, distribution, and services businesses in the sub-$5m EBITDA range. Equanim Capital prefers to partner with existing managements teams to realize long term growth.

Recent Transactions

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Taylor Gentry

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We are a small team of investors and operators that have a successful track record of building, investing in, and growing businesses in the Pacific Northwest. We focus on investing in small to medium sized companies where we can have an outsized impact on the organization in partnership with the management team. We invest in and partner with companies without intending to sell them which allows us to think and act like owners, not just investors. We facilitate ownership transitions and provide long-term homes for the continued development of companies and the employees, families and…

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Foundation MP LLC

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Investor - Operator with track record of closing 50+ deals in various roles from Advisor, P&L leader, investment committee member, Board overseer and value creation agent. Looking to build companies in healthcare services (PPM, post acute care, HCIT, pharma services) and consumer multi-unit verticals. Ind sponsor backed by capital support letters that are platform specific and with partners that have a deep and committed capital base. Supported by affiliate partners and a network of analysts.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Keystone Communities

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Serra Street Holdings is a permanent capital group focused on supply-constrained real estate and operating businesses with strong demand profiles. Our hold period is indefinite in order to provide a final home for high-performing businesses.

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Swaney Group

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Swaney Group is a private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. We partner with exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth. Post acquisition, we work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are Independent Sponsors in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Advertising Independent Sponsors directory are ordered based on recent deal activity on Axial. The default order reflects observed market signals rather than a subjective ranking of firm quality.

What information is included in each Independent Sponsor profile?

Each profile provides information about the firm’s areas of focus, transaction criteria, and relevant activity on Axial’s M&A platform. Together, these details provide a clearer view of where a firm is active and the types of companies and opportunities most relevant for it.

What company sizes are most common for Advertising Independent Sponsors?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Advertising Independent Sponsors is $3M-$17M, with a core EBITDA range of $700K-$3M. Company size can be an important indicator of fit, as firms often concentrate their experience, resources, and transaction activity within particular segments of the market.

How important is Media experience when evaluating Independent Sponsors?

Relevant Media experience can be an important consideration when evaluating a firm. Familiarity with the sector can provide a stronger understanding of its business models, market dynamics, valuation considerations, and transaction environment. The 583 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Media.

Do all Independent Sponsors in this directory focus exclusively on Media?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Advertising Independent Sponsors directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Media, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

How do I compare Independent Sponsors with experience in Media?

When comparing Independent Sponsors with experience in Media, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 583 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Advertising Independent Sponsors?

Axial can help you identify and connect with firms based on your objectives and what you are looking to accomplish. The process varies depending on your role and transaction needs. If you are interested in connecting with firms in the Advertising Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.

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