Top Agricultural Products Independent Sponsors with Recent Private M&A Activity

787

Active Firms

22,820

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$16M

Core Revenue Range

$600K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 13%

Texas 12%

California 11%

New York 7%

New Jersey 4%

Key Attributes

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

Valley Forge Stewardship

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Valley Forge Stewardship, an independent investment firm backed by committed capital and focused on acquiring and personally operating a single exceptional small business in Southeastern PA. We take a long term, hands on approach to ownership, prioritizing durable companies with strong cash flow, loyal customers, and people first cultures.My background spans private equity, investment banking, accounting, and private credit. Most recently, I was a Senior Associate at Durare Capital, where I led sourcing, diligence, and transaction financing initiatives. Prior to that, I advised middle-market…

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Birkdale Partners, LLC

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Birkdale Partners is a private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. 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.

Cave Creek Capital Management, LLC

32 Total Closed Deals

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Our Investment Team members average over 25 years of experience as both operating executives and Private Equity fund managers. Each Partner works with a small number of companies and commits the necessary time, talent and personal capital to ensure their success.Cave Creek Capital’s approach has the flexibility of a family office, the talent of a major firm and offers a much wider range of capital solutions than traditional Private Equity funds. We don’t require control and can invest in both equity and debt. We also have no structural deadlines to meet which enables us to be patient…

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Oct 2010 Acquired Peter Piper Pizza
Oct 2010 Acquired POLYMER CORPORATION
Oct 2010 Acquired PowerFone
Oct 2010 Acquired RSA Security Inc.

Skyline Global Partners LLC

14 Total Closed Deals

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Skyline Global Partners LLC is a lower middle market private equity firm based in Chicago, Illinois. We focus on buyouts and growth equity investments in the United States and Canada. Skyline targets companies in the healthcare, manufacturing, distribution, business services, software/SaaS and eCommerce, consumer products, and food/beverage/agriculture sectors.Transaction StructuresSkyline focuses on buyouts and growth equity investments. We make investments on both a control and minority ownership basis. We provide flexible transaction structures that meet the needs of owners and management…

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Aug 2024 Acquired Exacto
Jun 2024 Invested in Apex International
Dec 2023 Acquired Cosmo's Superior Foods
Aug 2021 Acquired Lief Labs

LFPI US LLC

14 Total Closed Deals

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The LFPI Group is one of the leading independent, multi-strategy alternative asset managers in Europe with nearly €12 billion under management in private equity (majority, minority, co-investments, funds of funds and thematic funds including hotels), private debt, real estate, as well as asset management in Europe and North America, with a focus on long-term investments. LFPI US LLC is the US subsidiary of LFPI group.Each of the LFPI Group's activities benefits from the commitment and experience of a specific team that is totally dedicated to it. Strongly rooted in their local markets and…

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Jul 2022 Acquired IFOP
Jul 2022 Acquired METALINE
Oct 2021 Acquired Atermes
Sep 2020 Acquired WILINK

Glen Oaks Capital

12 Total Closed Deals

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Glen Oaks Capital, LLC is an independent sponsor founded by John Powers to pursue control acquisitions in the lower middle-market primarily focused on manufacturing and business services. Mr. Powers formed Glen Oaks Capital after 15 years at Millbrook Capital where he was responsible for sourcing, structuring, and managing the family office's direct private equity investments.

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Sep 2017 Acquired Refuse Parts Depot
Dec 2015 Acquired WESSCO
Dec 2015 Acquired Computerized Waste Services
Feb 2015 Acquired Advantage Tire

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Middleton Partners

12 Total Closed Deals

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Middleton Partners PG Group is a Chicago-based private investment firm that invests in lower middle market manufacturing, distribution, and service companies across the United States. The Middleton PG Group is a unique arm of Middleton Partners. Unlike traditional private equity firms, Middleton is not a fund and does not have a fixed investment mandate or time horizon. We have a strong investor base with the ability to perform due diligence and deploy capital quickly. The Middleton team leverages its significant banking, marketing, manufacturing, supply chain and distribution experience…

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Aug 2023 Acquired Hilton Garden Inn
Aug 2023 Acquired Park Place East & West
Aug 2023 Acquired John Hopkins Laboratory
Aug 2023 Acquired 411 East Wisconsin Center

Geneva Management Partners

10 Total Closed Deals

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We look to acquire control of successful, niche-leading companies and taking them to the next level. This is accomplished by partnering with management teams to instill best practices, refine operational efficiencies, support organic growth initiatives, and complete add-on acquisitions. We will create value for all stakeholders by instilling tried and true management principles, tireless work ethic, and integrity in all that we do and say.

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Aug 2023 Acquired CamCo
Aug 2023 Acquired Sun Tree Home Health & Hospice
Aug 2023 Acquired St. George Transmission and Automotive
Aug 2023 Acquired Morrow Brothers

TJM Capital Partners

10 Total Closed Deals

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TJM Capital Partners is a boutique, operationally-focused private equity firm based in Chicago. The firm was founded in 2008 and is led by Tom McDonough (Founder and Managing Partner), Scott Witt (Partner), Bill Van Sant (Operating Partner) and Dan Cleary (Operating Partner). TJM seeks high growth potential middle market manufacturing and services businesses with $10-40 million revenue and $0-7 million EBITDA, and typically invests $2 to $20+ million of equity per transaction.Our firm primarily invests in, and serves as counselors to, companies in the following sectors:Industrial…

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Jul 2019 Acquired Micron Metalworks
Mar 2019 Acquired Mid-Continent Engineering
Dec 2018 Acquired Hutchinson Manufacturing
Mar 2018 Acquired John's Refrigeration

Provident Realty Advisors, Inc.

10 Total Closed Deals

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Since 1991 Provident Realty Advisors and The Backes Family Office has invested in and developed over $5 Billion of real estate projects. We are disciplined and focused on executing deals that offer the best risk adjusted returns for PRA and our investor partners. While our original business has been commercial real estate development we have used our capital and investment discipline to successfully invest in multiple operating companies.Currently, we own two general contracting companies specializing in different areas of multifamily as well as a specialty lighting distributor. Additionally,…

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Aug 2023 Acquired Preston Hollow Village
Aug 2023 Acquired Stacy Green
Aug 2022 Acquired LAS COLINAS DISTRIBUTION CENTER
Oct 2021 Acquired MIDLOTHIAN BUSINESS PARK

BID Capital

10 Total Closed Deals

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BID Capital is a USD$50 million investment fund, focused on venture and growth capital. We have a flexible investment model that seeks to boost entrepreneurs and companies with high growth potential and scalability. In addition to financial resources, our operational expertise and strategic vision help transform family businesses into high performance companies. BID Capital is part of BID Group, a conglomerate with more than 25 years in business. Since our inception, we have distinguished ourselves by being the best ally for our clients, investors, and partners. Being agile and flexible, we…

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Aug 2023 Acquired Oser Capital
Aug 2023 Acquired Juganu Brighter
Aug 2023 Acquired Republica Sana
Aug 2023 Acquired Kwan Treats

J40 Group

10 Total Closed Deals

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I'm an entrepreneur and business nerd that loves building businesses by helping people. My typical approach is to partner with an operator to acquire a business, assist in management for 5-10 years and then step back from operation into a board role. I've been in many industries over the years: IT Consulting, Movie Theatre / Family Entertainment Center development and operation, wholesale tree farming, oil field distribution, real estate, etc.

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Aug 2024 Invested in Confidential Company
Apr 2024 Invested in Confidential Company
Aug 2023 Invested in Confidential Company
Sep 2022 Acquired Confidential Company

Pillsman Partners

9 Total Closed Deals

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Since 2013, Pillsman Partners has invested selectively in seven platform businesses and additional add-on acquisitions. Pillsman focuses on industries where we have direct prior experience whether it be from operating companies where we have worked or industries in which we have either advised or invested. We also invest in adjacent industries that share common characteristics and dynamics, leveraging the breadth of our knowledge, experience and relationships. We are active members of the board of directors supporting our teams to augment and advise management teams as they refine and…

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Oct 2024 Acquired CSB Industries - Hydro Excavation
Dec 2023 Acquired Parallel Plumbing
Jul 2023 Acquired McClellan Mechanical Services
Mar 2023 Acquired TJO Heating & Cooling

BASE Equity Partners

9 Total Closed Deals

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BASE Equity Partners is a long-term investment firm focused on acquiring and growing lower-middle market businesses with $2M–$7M in EBITDA. We invest in essential service and industrial sectors, seeking companies with stable cash flows, strong teams, and durable customer relationships. Backed by a group of experienced operators and investors who have completed dozens of transactions, we bring deep expertise in strategy, sales, M&A integration, and operational improvement. At BASE, we take a hands-on, partnership-driven approach—working closely with management to accelerate growth,…

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Jan 2022 Acquired The Lighting Design Group
Jan 2018 Acquired Fortis Security Products
Jan 2017 Acquired Confidential Company
Jan 2016 Acquired Jolyn Swimwear

Queens Court Capital

9 Total Closed Deals

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Queens Court is a private investment firm with a track record of success in building championship-winning companies across multiple proprietary platforms.Queens Court is an “operator-first” investment firm, and we have built companies and organizations at the founder level with entrepreneurial DNA in our heritage.The Queens Court team specializes in providing creative capital solutions to complex special situations. We specialize in time-of-essence transactions where speed and certainty of close are paramount.We provide capital, financial expertise, and deep operating experience to…

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Mar 2023 Acquired Pet Resort Hosp. Group
Sep 2022 Acquired APS Innovations
Dec 2021 Invested in POW Interactive Holdings
Apr 2020 Acquired HairCuttery Family of Brands

Credo Private Capital

9 Total Closed Deals

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Credo Private Capital was formed to provide small business owners and management teams access to an investment partner that does not have the constraints associated with traditional private equity. For example, there are no pre-determined investment timelines when working with Credo; we think the best opportunities are situations where companies are operated based on what is best for the business and its customers.We are not business operators. We seek opportunities in lower-middle market companies where we can complement management’s existing skillset with our ability to identify and…

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Aug 2023 Invested in Give ‘Em A Brake Safety
Aug 2023 Invested in Postle Aluminum
Aug 2023 Invested in WoodWick Candles
Aug 2023 Invested in Propane Services

Lavelle Investments

7 Total Closed Deals

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Lavelle Investments is a family investment firm that supports businesses transitioning to the next phase of growth.We understand the importance of maintaining a company's reputation and culture, and we focus on preserving the family-feel that has been instrumental in building customer satisfaction and employee support over the years.With experience as both operators and investors, we bring robust analytical support to help the team drive sustainable, long-term growth and continued success.

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Jan 2022 Invested in Various Early-Stage Seed Investments
Aug 2021 Acquired Bolt-On Investment: Dental Practice Management
Jul 2021 Invested in Veterinary Services Company
Mar 2021 Acquired Bolt-On Investment: Dental Practice Management

Landmark Capital

7 Total Closed Deals

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Landmark Capital is a buy-out firm that specializes in acquiring and actively managing small businesses.Our goal is to actively manage a small number of companies and fully devote ourselves to its employees, customers, and operations. Following the acquisition, we will join the senior management team and play a supportive role in the business.

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Apr 2021 Advised R3D in its sale to Alithya
Feb 2020 Advised Askida in its sale to Alithya
Dec 2019 Advised travercent in its sale to Alithya
Jan 2019 Advised Communications Transcript in its sale to oxo translation

Bassett Creek Capital

7 Total Closed Deals

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Bassett Creek Capital makes equity investments in lower-middle market companies, typically at a critical inflection point in the business. The Bassett Creek team has completed 76 investments, invested over $10.0 billion of capital and has over 100 years of combined private equity experience.We are a private capital partner for business owners who want to harness the power of cultural connectivity and entrepreneurial grit to reach the next level of growth. Our team is a trusted partner, ally and advisor for management teams who are passionate about meaningful growth achieved through low-ego…

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Jun 2022 Invested in Bassett Creek Services
Nov 2021 Acquired DRP Restoration
Sep 2020 Acquired Baxter
Dec 2019 Acquired Cornerstone Renovation

DW Healthcare Partners

6 Total Closed Deals

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DW Healthcare Partners is a private equity firm focused exclusively on the healthcare industry. The firm manages over $800 million in committed capital and invests in profitable healthcare companies with proven management teams.DW Healthcare Partners is led by seasoned healthcare executives with more than 110 years of combined industry experience. The firm provides the capital, strategic guidance, and acquisition expertise to help mid-to-late-stage companies realize their potential for growth.

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Dec 2017 Invested in SoClean, Inc.
May 2017 Acquired Champion Manufacturing, Inc.
Dec 2016 Acquired The HydraFacial Company
Nov 2016 Invested in Prime Education

Firms in the Agricultural Products 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.

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.

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Agricultural Products Independent Sponsors is $3M-$16M, with a core EBITDA range of $600K-$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.

Relevant Consumer Goods 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 787 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Consumer Goods.

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

When comparing Independent Sponsors with experience in Consumer Goods, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 787 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

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 Agricultural Products Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.

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