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Apparel Retail Search Funds

926

Active Firms

19,072

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$12M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$2M

Core EBITDA Range


Florida 13%
California 13%
Texas 10%
New York 8%
New Jersey 5%

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

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Michael Dowgala

Actively Sourcing Deals
I'm an experienced M&A and operations strategy consultant. My experience spans the full transaction lifecycle, as well as integrations, carve-outs, growth strategy, operational improvement, and value creation for PE portfolios and Fortune 500 companies, alike. I'm seeking to acquire an established, profitable business with strong fundamentals, durable cash flow, and meaningful long-term growth potential.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Maristella Capital LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
Maristella Capital LLC is a private equity firm that partners with business owners to facilitate seamless transitions, focusing on sustainable growth and legacy preservation. The firm is dedicated to acquiring and nurturing businesses, ensuring that they thrive under new ownership while maintaining their core values and legacy. Maristella Capital's strategic approach involves close collaboration with business owners to support transitions and foster long-term growth. With a portfolio of 12 companies, Maristella Capital is committed to driving success and sustainability in the businesses it…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Nathan Corbin

Actively Sourcing Deals
Interesting in acquiring an existing business that is currently in operation. No preference on location. Interesting in acquiring an existing business that is currently in operation. No preference on location.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Femi Barin is a Houston-based search entrepreneur with 10+ years of experience advising corporate clients on M&A strategy; he is now in the process of identifying and acquiring a small business himself.He is pursuing search entrepreneurship to fulfill his lifelong goal of shaping the vision and culture of an enterprise in a way that positively impacts its employees and the community the business serves.Femi is focusing his search on businesses in specialized waste management and recycling, including medical waste, e-waste recycling, and food waste management. He is drawn to this industry…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Ellen Twomey Consulting

Actively Sourcing Deals
With deep technical, sales and marketing experience, I'm looking for a sub 1MM first-time purchase to own with an operator in the Saas, ecomm or Mainstreet space that is trending growth and would see significant uptick from professionalized AI, sales and marketing.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Riverview Capital Group

Actively Sourcing Deals
Seeking - In business 10+ years with stable growth - Located in the Philadelphia metro region - Owner looking to retire - Strong/stable management team - Recurring diverse set of customers - Real Estate available for purchase - $1.5M - $4M Revenue Target Industries: - Senior Care - Mold / Fire / Water Damage Remediation - Pest Control

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

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Babson Pacific

Actively Sourcing Deals
My name is Maithri Babson, and I’m a recent Columbia Business School graduate seeking to acquire a small business in Southern California to operate full-time as an owner-operator. I bring over 8 years of experience across Apple, Walmart, and Mirakl, and have launched Babson Pacific, a private investment vehicle created specifically for this purpose.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Alamo Equity LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
Alamo Portfolio Investments operates as a Special Purpose Investment Vehicle (SPIV) with a focus on funding limited partner investment capital. The firm is dedicated to targeting specific investment opportunities, leveraging its expertise to manage and grow its portfolio. With a team of approximately 20 employees, Alamo Portfolio Investments has successfully built a diverse portfolio of 15 companies. The firm is strategically positioned to capitalize on unique investment prospects, providing value to its partners and stakeholders.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Strangiato Capital Inc.

Actively Sourcing Deals
Strangiato Capital is a private investment firm focused on acquiring a small to medium sized business. We plan to work closely with the company to drive measurable value for all stakeholders involved.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Clelia Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
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…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Bloomix, LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
We are an independent acquisition firm seeking an established, profitable business that can serve as the foundation for a larger operating platform. The firm is led by a venture capital investor with nearly a decade of experience supporting founders and executive teams through growth, operational challenges, fundraising, and strategic transactions. We prioritize businesses with recurring or repeat revenue, durable customer demand, positive cash flow, strong teams, and fragmented markets where complementary acquisitions can create additional scale and value. Our areas of interest include…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

dennis nesta

Actively Sourcing Deals
Exploring opportunities broadly. Personal and for PE Healthcare-focused PE investor. also evaluating opportunities across sectors. range of EBITDA, control & growth deals, fast process, flexible capital

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Alejandro Mayer

Actively Sourcing Deals
Working on personal search to explore opportunities for business ownership as the next step in my career. Primarily looking for non-tech businesses that provide non digital products or services. While currently based in California am flexible on location.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Aspen Point

Actively Sourcing Deals
Hi, I’m Walter, founder of Aspen Point. I’m an electrical engineer by training and currently a management consulting leader with more than a decade of experience helping businesses solve complex operational and strategic challenges.I’m looking to acquire and personally operate one great business for the long term. I’m focused on best in class established B2B service and industrial businesses with a reputation for doing excellent work.I bring a combination of engineering, operations, strategy, and financial expertise, along with my own capital and a network of experienced investors…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Brett Morton

Actively Sourcing Deals
I joined and bought into a family metal roofing manufacturing business with a 10 year plan to scale to a certain point for an exit. After 8 years we had grown from $9m in sales to almost $40m and sold the company in March 2025 to a public strategic. We grew though 4 acquisitions along the way - this was my main role. I'm now looking to acquire a new business, using my proceeds from the sale. (www.cmpmetalsystems.com acquired by Gibraltar Industries, ticker ROCK)I'm looking for a business in North Carolina or South Carolina, but preferably in the Charlotte, NC area. I'm looking for a minimum…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

CLVV

Actively Sourcing Deals
A capable operator who combines strategic thinking with a hands-on execution mindset. I bring extensive commercial expertise paired with proven leadership, and am known for building strong teams, making data-driven decisions, and diving into whatever it takes to solve problems and grow a business.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Cantler Hill Enterprises is a private company dedicated to acquiring and managing a single business with a focus on long-term sustainability and growth. The company emphasizes continuity and stewardship, aiming to maintain the legacy of the business it acquires. Cantler Hill Enterprises is committed to balancing growth with the well-being of the employees, ensuring that the team remains intact and invested in. The company's approach is centered around building sustainably for the long term, respecting the work and commitment that has gone into the business over the years.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Kemplay Partners LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
I am an executive with 20+ years of leadership in growing revenueand optimizing operations, currently serving as Senior Vice President at a Fortune 50 company. I am working to identify, purchase, and personally operate a single high-quality business. My approach is centered on long-term stewardship, preserving the seller’s legacy, and driving sustainable growth.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Root and Hammer

Actively Sourcing Deals
East River Industrial Capital is a principal buyer focused on acquiring and operating a long-term service or light manufacturing business in the New York City area. With family-business roots, the company seeks to purchase owner-operated service businesses within the NYC metro area, including NYC, Long Island, Westchester, North Jersey, and Fairfield County. They target businesses with revenues between $2-12 million and seller's discretionary earnings (SDE) of $300,000 to $1.2 million. Root & Hammer aims to acquire one NYC-area service or light-manufacturing company, with a purchase price…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Chapel Hill Acquisition

Actively Sourcing Deals
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…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.


Frequently Asked Questions

How are Search Funds in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Apparel Retail 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.

What information is included in each Search Fund 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 Apparel Retail Search Funds?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Apparel Retail Search Funds is $3M-$12M, with a core EBITDA range of $500K-$2M. 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 Retail experience when evaluating Search Funds?

Relevant Retail 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 926 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Retail.

Do all Search Funds in this directory focus exclusively on Retail?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Apparel Retail Search Funds directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Retail, 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 Search Funds with experience in Retail?

When comparing Search Funds with experience in Retail, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 926 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Apparel Retail Search Funds?

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 Apparel Retail Search Funds directory, you can request information here.


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