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Agility Equity Partners

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Agility Equity Partners is a private equity firm focused on flexible equity solutions in the lower middle market ($5-30M of EBITDA). The firm emphasizes disciplined execution and long-term value building. It focuses on three business models: recurring services, value-add distribution, and asset-light manufacturing.

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• Oct 2025 Acquired Ampica Energy Solutions
• Oct 2025 Acquired Accredited Labs
• May 2025 Acquired Horticultural Distributor
• Jul 2024 Acquired SPATCO

Tecum Capital Partners

6 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Tecum Equity is an operationally oriented growth investment firm focused on supporting family and founder owned businesses within the precision manufacturing, high value-added distribution, and nondiscretionary B2B service sectors. We target industrial end markets where we can leverage our past operational and investment experience. We seek to support first time ownership transitions where our resources and experiences can augment the existing team’s culture and capabilities. Since 2006, our team has invested over $1B of growth capital and served as leaders and advisors to over 100…

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• Aug 2025 Acquired A&D Manufacturing Company
• Jun 2025 Acquired Industrial Supply Company
• Aug 2024 Acquired Kadon Precision Machining
• Oct 2023 Acquired Basement Waterproofing Company

GVC Americas

6 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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GVC Americas is a private equity firm established in 2021 by the co-founder and managing principal of Driehaus Private Equity, Eli Boufis. The firm is currently deploying capital from a $100mm fund. We support founders and owner-operators seeking capital for personal liquidity and growth. Our partners retain a significant ownership stake in their businesses and continue to play a vital leadership role.Our focus:Reinvesting excess cash flow to accelerate profitable growthUtilizing minimal to no debtConstructing meaningful employee incentive plans that align the organization and generate wealth…

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• Aug 2023 Invested in Hawkes Learning Technology
• Mar 2023 Invested in SxanPro
• Jan 2023 Invested in Encore Medical Device Repair
• Jul 2014 Invested in Force Management / Growth Play

Crux Capital

6 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Crux Capital is the ideal partner for owners seeking liquidity, generational transition, capital for growth or recapitalization. The firm is committed to preserving the legacy of the companies we invest in, recognizing that people and culture are the key determinants of long-term success. In addition to providing capital, we leverage the expertise of our team and limited partner investors to support management teams in reaching their growth objectives. While we do not participate in the day-to-day management of our companies, we do serve as active advisers and provide additional…

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• Apr 2025 Acquired Pool Works
• Dec 2023 Acquired Uncommon Brands
• Jan 2023 Invested in HTeaO
• Mar 2022 Acquired Woody's Brands

Valedor Partners, LLC

6 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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We are passionate about improving the value and performance of your business. We've started companies, managed operations, made acquisitions, sold businesses, and learned plenty of valuable lessons along the way. Whether you are looking for a partner to help you grow your business, or someone to step in so you can take a step back, give us a call. We invest in businesses to help them grow, and hold for the long-term. Since we don’t raise blind pooled funds, we can seek out co-investors that have capital, experience, and expertise in your industry. Plus, with no arbitrary timelines to exit…

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• May 2024 Acquired Q360 Group
• Feb 2022 Acquired Allcat Claims
• Oct 2019 Invested in Orchard on the Brazos
• Jan 2017 Invested in White Oak Music Hall

Victor Capital Partners

6 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Victor Capital Partners provides equity and resources to middle-market businesses with valuable brands and growth opportunities in the consumer, industrial, and business services sectors.

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• Jan 2024 Acquired The Coats Company
• Oct 2021 Acquired Catbird NYC
• Dec 2020 Acquired SLIPNOT
• Oct 2019 Acquired Code Green / Rizzo Group

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Milton Street Capital

5 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Milton Street seeks to consistently generate market-leading returns by transforming lower middle market industrial companies into sustainably great businesses through active engagement in strategy, human capital, and commercial and operational improvements.Prior to forming Milton Street in 2016, our founding team worked together for over a decade at a large and highly successful institutional private equity fund manager. One challenge that we believe the traditional private equity model faces is the pressure to invest in larger and larger companies, companies where there are fewer…

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• Aug 2023 Acquired American Trailer Rental Group, LLC
• Aug 2023 Acquired Kreg LLC
• Aug 2023 Acquired ZXP Technologies, LLC
• Sep 2022 Invested in ProVeyance Group

Sagemoore Capital

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Sagemoore is a private equity firm focused on making investments in the lower middle-market. We utilize an evergreen fund structure with committed capital from family office investors resulting in a patient capital base.This structure offers a flexible investment horizon designed to maximize stakeholder alignment by focusing on true long-term value creation. Sagemoore’s investment principals each have more than 15 years of professional investing and healthcare operating experience.We seek to cultivate deep partnerships with entrepreneurs and experienced operating teams for the benefit of…

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• Aug 2024 Advised Sagemoore Capital on an investment from Confidential Company
• Jan 2017 Acquired Carie Health
• Mar 2014 Invested in ServRX
• Apr 2011 Acquired Restore Health

25madison

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25madison is an investment platform backed by Apollo that makes control investments in durable, lower-middle market businesses, driving growth through specialized expertise in AI technology transformation.

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• Dec 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
• Dec 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
• Dec 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
• Dec 2025 Acquired Confidential Company

Alterna Equity Partners

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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…

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• Nov 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
• Oct 2023 Acquired Crenshaw
• Dec 2022 Acquired Bulk ExpressTransport
• Mar 2022 Acquired AMG Marketing Resources

Mosaic Capital Partners

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Mosaic combines the best attributes of Private Equity and Employee Ownership to provide Business Owners, Management Teams and Employees with a differentiated change of control option. Mosaic provides an attractive cash purchase price, strategic value, a true corporate governance partner and a life-changing wealth creation opportunity for every target company employee.Across two flagship funds, Mosaic has created or supported over 3,000 employee owners through 17 platform investments, spanning a range of industries including manufacturing, business services, and consumer products and services.…

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• May 2025 Acquired Ickler Electric Corporation
• Jul 2019 Acquired Boston Retail Solutions
• May 2019 Acquired Best Friends Pet Hotel
• Apr 2019 Acquired Custom Profile

Sleeping Giant Capital

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Sleeping Giant Capital is pioneering a place-based alternative to private equity – a model designed to preserve and grow the next generation of businesses in American communities. Focused on the generational transition of closely held businesses, the firm utilizes permanent capital, prepared leaders, and place-based ownership to deliver market-rate financial returns while strengthening regional economies.

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• Mar 2026 Acquired Process Engineering & Equipment
• Mar 2025 Acquired Replite Pondera
• Mar 2024 Acquired Portland Products, LLC
• Apr 2023 Acquired SignComp

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Merit Capital Partners

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Merit Capital Partners is a private equity firm established in 1993, specializing in providing flexible capital solutions for management buyouts, recapitalizations, and acquisition financings. With a focus on mid-sized businesses, particularly in the manufacturing and service sectors, the firm targets companies with strong cash flow and a minimum of $20 million in revenue. Over the years, Merit Capital has managed over $2.7 billion in capital through seven institutionally sponsored limited partnerships. The firm is headquartered in Chicago and is known for its strategic investments and…

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• Jan 2025 Acquired Carls Place
• Aug 2024 Acquired Kish Holdco, LLC
• Jan 2024 Acquired Circuit Check, Inc.
• Dec 2023 Acquired AFX Lighting, Inc.

Cross Rapids Capital

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Cross Rapids Capital LP is a private equity firm specializing in industrial and services sectors across North America. With a robust value creation playbook and an operational focus, the firm partners with businesses to unlock their full potential. Platform investments typically targets lower-middle-market companies with EBITDA between $10 to $30 million; portfolio company add-on target sizes vary.

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• Mar 2026 Acquired All Glass & Windows
• Nov 2023 Acquired PAK Quality Foods
• Apr 2023 Acquired CAM Industrial Solutions
• Sep 2021 Acquired WPS Fresh

Frontline Healthcare LLC

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Frontline Healthcare Partners is a dedicated private equity fund investing in lower middle market healthcare companies. Our strategy is focused on the shift in the provision of care form the hospital system to outpatient, retail, and home-based setting. We invest in both provider-based organizations and value-added vendors.

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• Dec 2022 Acquired Porch Light Health
• Apr 2022 Acquired LivWell Infusions LLC
• Apr 2022 Acquired JoyBridge Kids
• Mar 2022 Acquired Bay Area Clinical Associates P.C.

Exaltare Capital Partners

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About ExaltareExaltare Capital Partners, based in Boston, MA, is a private equity firm that invests in owner-managed, family-controlled businesses and corporate divestitures via management buyout. We look for businesses with EBITDA of greater than $3 million that appreciate a value-added partner helping contribute to its future growth and success.The word Exaltare means "to elevate" in Latin and it informs our investment approach in at least two ways: We look for investments in superior businesses operated with strong management teams. Superior businesses did not become niche-leaders by…

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• Aug 2023 Invested in Urban Air Adventure Park
• May 2023 Acquired Uni K Wax
• Mar 2023 Acquired The Good Feet Store
• Jan 2013 Acquired Planet Fitness

Kinzie Capital Partners

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Kinzie invests in lower middle market companies amidst transition in the manufactured products, consumer and business services industries. Whether a company is experiencing a generational shift, period of high growth or changes in business cycles, we seek opportunities to create lasting change in today’s disruptive environment by leveraging technology and a strong operational focus to eliminate inefficiencies and unlock new business opportunities.

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• Feb 2024 Acquired Arctic Industries
• Jan 2023 Acquired GT Golf Holdings, Inc
• Sep 2020 Acquired Chelsea Lighting
• Nov 2019 Acquired Colony Display

Syntagma Capital Management SA

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Established in 2009 and based in Brussels, Syntagma invests in companies that can benefit from our hands-on operational expertise to accelerate growth and improve performance for the benefits of their employees, customers, suppliers and shareholders.Syntagma’s Partners have deployed €1.1 billion in over 40 companies with revenues in excess of €4 billion and employing over 11,000 people worldwide. Our team has successfully carved-out businesses from public and private companies, among others, Solvay, Tessenderlo, Ashland, Clariant, Tyco International, Smurfit Kappa, ADT and Getronics.As…

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• Dec 2023 Acquired LFB Group
• Oct 2023 Acquired Aginode
• Jun 2023 Acquired Erasteel

Novadvice

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Novadvice is an independent alternative investment boutique focused on enhancing client wealth while generating a positive social impact through exclusive, innovative, and responsible investments. With over 20 years of experience, the firm collaborates with asset managers, fund service providers, real estate experts, and entrepreneurs to select a wide range of investment opportunities. Novadvice is committed to tailoring its products to meet clients' best interests and manages all aspects of the investment process. The company has successfully set up investment vehicles, including acquiring…

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• May 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
• Jan 2025 Acquired Confidential Company

Gemspring Capital

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With $350 million of committed capital under management, Gemspring Capital is a private equity firm specializing in lower middle market companies. We provide flexible capital and partner with talented management teams to propel companies to grow and achieve their full potential. At Gemspring, we take a hands-on approach to investing and commit operating and strategic resources to help drive revenue growth and operating efficiencies at each of our portfolio companies. We take smart risks with capital investment and often pursue transformational add-on acquisitions. The goal for each…

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• Jun 2017 Acquired Therma
• Dec 2016 Acquired United Group Programs