Top Airlines Search Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

523

Active Firms

4,184

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$15M

Core Revenue Range

$700K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 13%

California 11%

Texas 11%

New York 9%

New Jersey 5%

Key Attributes

Focus: Acquiring One Business | Capital Source: Investor-Backed or Self-Funded | Operating Approach: Stewardship & Growth

Hillside Succession

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Hillside Succession is a privately held entrepreneurial-focused investment firm looking to acquire businesses requiring a successful exit and a stable succession for existing owners. Our firm has partnered with long-term focused, experienced investors. Hillside’s founder and entrepreneur, Mark Jarvie, will take an active role in leadership post-close.Mark is a seasoned operator and executive with two decades of hands-on, entrepreneurial and start-up experience. He is a strategic, innovative leader with a proven track record of growing and scaling high-growth businesses.

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La Colina Equity Partners LLC

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La Colina Equity is looking for one company to buy and operate for the long term. Everything we do is anchored in aligned incentives and fair dealing. We are looking for an owner who wants to collaborate.Your business will not be part of a portfolio. We are not a private equity fund. We are not a venture capital fund. We are backed by experienced advisors and former operators.

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3462 Capital

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Financial sponsor focused on acquiring specialty distribution, industrial services and specialty contracting businesses in Western Canada between $1-10mm in EBITDA.

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Maiden Lane LLC

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Maiden Lane LLC is an investment vehicle focused on acquiring small to medium sized businesses ($3-30m in sales, $0.5-5m in EBITDA). Our objective is to find stable businesses that can benefit from entrepreneurial ownership. Our goal is to find businesses that we can grow, not under-invest in to bleed it for cash flow. In terms of management, our preference would be to retain all your employees, not reduce headcount upon assuming ownership. We are looking for situations where a number of the following are present: having a motivated seller, concentrated ownership (we would prefer to…

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Weaver Lake Capital

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Weaver Lake Capital is a search fund based out of Pennsylvania focused on small to medium-sized businesses. We are seeking to partner with an exceptional company to fund the next stage of growth. We have a broad mandate from an industry and geography perspective, with a focus on business services, IT services, and industrials. We work closely with our portfolio companies after acquisition to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.The founder of Weaver Lake Capita, Lewin Xue, is a seasoned investment professional. He as previously in middle market private equity. He has completed multiple…

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Mile 12 Group

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+ Mile-12 Group is an independent investment firm operating with committed capital from a broad range of investors+ Mile-12 LP base includes 5 institutional PE funds and 4 Family Offices with ~$1.5bn in cumulative AUM+ We are looking for businesses to own and operate either in partnership with the founder or a founder looking to retire and transition out of the business+ We are primarily focused on Tech-Enabled Business Service and/or software firms with $1mm+ in annual EBITDA and/or $4mm+ in ARR.+ Mostly focused on the East Coast (Mid-Atlantic and South-East) of the United States

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Grove Oaks Capital

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Grove Oaks Capital is a private investment partnership focused on acquiring and operating a single, privately owned business in the lower middle market space. We will assume an active role in day-to-day management with a long-term focus. GOC is backed by a diverse group of investors, including CEOs, entrepreneurs, and institutional investors.

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Canelo Partners

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We are a partnership backing Andres Salata, an entrepreneur with the goal of acquiring and managing a single, great business.We are committed to preserve the seller's legacy and fulfill their vision, as well as creating long-term value to employees, clients, and the broader community.

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Laminar Equity

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Laminar Equity is a search fund formed to acquire and operate a single business. Laminar Equity will provide a smooth and orderly ownership transition for a retiring or exiting owner.Laminar Equity is interested in business with $250 thousand to $1 million in annual earnings or cash flow within the manufacturing, business services, or distribution industries. An ideal target will have an owner ready to retire, who is focused on maintaining the legacy of the business.

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Radazon Capital

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Radazon Capital is an entrepreneurial & private investment fund that was formed with the financial backing and support of a select team of highly accomplished operators, entrepreneurs and distinguished investors with a passion for operating and growing lower middle-market companies.

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Clelia Capital

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AboutClelia Capital is a thesis-driven search fund focused on acquiring a profitable service-based business with $1M to $20M in EBITDA. We seek opportunities in fragmented industries with succession-driven sellers, strong local brands, and a long-term presence in the market.Our goal is to scale a dominant multi-city platform via a buy-and-build strategy by rolling up peer operators, bolting on complementary service lines, and driving operational excellence to create significant value.We are actively focused on industries where operational leverage and consolidation strategies can drive…

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Chapel Hill Acquisition

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Chapel Hill Acquisition is a private investment firm focused on acquiring a single profitable, systemized business with stable and recurring cash flow. The firm is primarily targeting a company located on the West Coast — including California, Oregon, or Washington — or a business that can be effectively operated on a remote or semi-remote basis.The principal intends to relocate, if appropriate, to operate the business on a full-time, hands-on basis. The objective is to acquire and steward one high-quality company for the long term, preserving its strengths while thoughtfully enhancing…

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Cascade Equity

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I created Cascade Equity, LLC to facilitate the acquisition of a small business in the Portland, Oregon area. I worked at Deloitte for over a decade and have experience in finance, strategy, and operations. Most recently, I was a member of Deloitte's corporate development group where I was responsible for executing over $450M worth of acquisitions and divestitures for Deloitte's US business. I decided to leave Deloitte to pursue a long-term career operating a small business. I’m a reliable and honest partner, dedicated to preserving an owner’s legacy and safeguarding the interests of…

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Curo Ventures

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I've built a few companies from the ground up. This time I'm buying one.Curo Ventures is backed by institutional investors with a track record of closing deals from $5M to $60M in enterprise value. I am actively pursuing my first platform acquisition in two verticals: ISO 17025 accredited calibration businesses and non-hazardous industrial wastewater hauling and treatment, both Midwest focused.I am not a financial buyer. I will be the operator. My background includes founding and leading an IoT company serving municipal and private water utilities, which means I know the industrial and…

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Cirque Partners LLC

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Cirque Partners is an acquisition vehicle for lower middle market companies. The management team has historically focused on media, consumer packaged goods and professional services businesses. Cirque is now looking for the next opportunity to find a small to medium size business to operate and grow. The partnership has extensive experience driving high growth strategies, including take businesses from $0 to $100 million+ in revenue in five years. The has extensive experience on both the buy and sell sides of M&A transactions. Cirque Partners offers a smooth, streamlined, fast-moving…

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DC Partners Capital

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DC Partners Capital is a search fund founded by a MIT-trained entrepreneur with 15 years experience prior in technology start ups. Having worked in Formula 1 and Aerospace and projects including NASA, the principal has partnered with top tier investors looking to buy a company that is between 5 - 50m in Size for a M&A Growth Strategy. Looking at all B2B Opporuntinites

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Calmont Partners

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Physician-led company looking to acquire a business in the healthcare sector or a related field. We are a family company comprised of a group of leaders interested in purchasing a company to grow and maintain for the next generation.

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NCA SF44 LLC

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We focus on mutual benefit, profit, and growth for all of our stakeholders. Our program carefully selects talented individuals who are capable of operating and growing a company through a proprietary Talent Identification and Selection Process. We also partner with the best business schools around the globe to source top-tier talented individuals that would fit our ETA program. When working with us, aspiring entrepreneurs benefit from access to capital resources and support in pursuing a direct path to owning and managing a small business; existing businesses benefit from succession solutions…

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Bluefish International LLC

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Bluefish International is a family office seeking to acquire and operate small businesses forever.Bluefish founder, Jason Greene, is an accomplished operating and finance executive who previously led the successful turnaround of a PE-backed company; led corporate development at AEG; and was an investment banker at DLJ.Jason graduated with B.Sc., magna cum laude, from The Wharton School at UPENN.

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Larrain Group

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Over the past 15 years, I’ve served as CFO of three different companies, built and scaled teams, and executed M&A transactions with exits above $1B.I recently wrapped up nearly seven years as a CFO in the live entertainment and hospitality industryI’m now focused on acquiring companies in the hospitality space (catering, clubs, F&B, etc.) as an independent sponsor. I have access to a strong network of UHNW individuals and will also be investing personal capital in the right opportunity.I’m targeting businesses with a minimum EBITDA of $2–3M, with no cap.

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Firms in the Airlines Search Funds 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 Airlines Search Funds is $3M-$15M, 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.

Relevant Industrials 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 523 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Industrials.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Airlines Search Funds directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Industrials, 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 Search Funds with experience in Industrials, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 523 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 Airlines Search Funds directory, you can request information here.

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