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Apparel Retail Search Funds

922

Active Firms

19,177

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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Amesbury Holdings

Actively Sourcing Deals
Amesbury Holdings is a private investment holding company formed to acquire, operate, and grow an exceptional lower middle-market business at a time. The firm pairs institutional private equity execution with hands-on operations, led by a team that completed platform acquisitions at Kingswood Capital and Staple Street Capital and held executive roles inside portfolio companies.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Elytra Holdings

Actively Sourcing Deals
Elytra Holdings is an operator-led acquisition firm founded by two experienced business leaders who are committed to buying and running a single great business for the long term. We bring a complementary blend of finance, operations, technology, and consulting expertise, and we plan to step into the day-to-day leadership of the company we acquire.Our backgrounds include leading finance organizations, building scalable operating systems, driving digital transformation, and guiding companies through growth and complexity. Collectively, we’ve managed teams, overseen product and technology…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Dark Horse Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
Worked for a Toronto-based mid-market private equity fund, where I led 17 acquisitions of small to medium-sized businesses. Post-close, I supported them through transition planning and operational initiatives to drive growth and improved profitability. Following this, I worked in a C-level role for a PE-backed company, which I recently left to focus full-time on finding a business to acquire and operate for the long run.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Abbott Industries

Actively Sourcing Deals
After a 20+ year career in banking, I am now fully focused on entrepreneurial pursuits. I am seeking to acquire a small business within an hour’s drive of the greater Birmingham MSA. I have capital ready and intend to purchase and operate the business as a long-term investment for my family and for the benefit of its employees.Having reviewed thousands of transactions as the Chief Credit Officer of a $4B market cap bank, I can respond quickly and efficiently to evaluate opportunities. I am not interested in a quick flip or cost-cutting at the expense of people, but rather in building and…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Jodabit Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals
Jodabit 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.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Bloom Two Partners LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
Bloom Two Partners is dedicated to acquiring and operating one great small-to-medium sized business. Our team takes a hands-on approach, committed to honoring the seller’s legacy and working alongside employees as stewards for the next chapter of the business.We are a team based in Austin, Texas, with a shared commitment to building enduring businesses. Our professional backgrounds span private equity, corporate finance, technology, and design, and our partnership is grounded in strong values and an entrepreneurial mindset.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

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Burbank Inc

Actively Sourcing Deals
Industry agnostic target - generally solving for smaller (~$500k - ~$2M) EBITDA businesses in the Northeast region. Currently located in NYC with prior start-up / operator experience. Looking for personal acquisition.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Cade Gorrell

Actively Sourcing Deals
I’m a Southern California–based investor with a background in M&A and financial due diligence. My focus is on acquiring and operating a single business in a recurring-revenue, compliance-driven services sector - particularly Fire & Life Safety, testing, and inspection services. I bring strong transaction execution experience, operational discipline, and a long-term mindset focused on sustainable growth and employee continuity.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Next Leap

Actively Sourcing Deals
Next Leap KC is a small business and real estate holdings company based in Kansas City. We acquire lower middle-market businesses in the Midwest and hold them forever. Next Leap is led by its Founder and Managing Partner Bryan Swartz who is supported by an array of experienced entrepreneurs, CEOs, and operators.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Silver Beach Capital Partners ("SBCP") is a private investment firm that acquires and operates manufacturing, business services, and industrial services companies with EBITDA over $2MM, and has partnered with a large holding company to jointly execute tuck-in and bolt-on acquisitions for its platform investmentsLamar Small is the Managing Partner of Silver Beach Capital Partners. With over 15 years of investment experience and 6 years of engineering expertise, he leads SBCP in identifying, acquiring, and operating small businesses.Before founding SBCP, Lamar was an Investment Director at the…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Nathan Elencweig

Actively Sourcing Deals
I’m an operator looking to acquire and actively run a service-based business in the $1M to $3M range in the New York City metro area.My background is in operations, and I’ve spent my career in Tech helping businesses scale, including growing teams and processes through periods of 10x growth. I’m most comfortable stepping into situations where there’s already a foundation in place, then improving systems, process, and execution to drive the next phase of growth.I’m focused on businesses with repeat customers, a solid local reputation, and opportunities to improve or expand over time.…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Noveus Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
I also make direct software equity investments, having done ~55 SPVS since 2019. These investments are not necessarily related to games.I also lead corp dev at a gaming holdco that has a free-to-play studio, dev shop in India, and makes minority direct and fund investments. I'm now looking to acquire subscale companies and grow them through my network and in partnership with my portfolio companies.In any transaction, we can be flexible on structure, and we're open to both minority and controlling investments.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Kaushal Bhatt

Actively Sourcing Deals
We are an independent acquisition firm led by an experienced technology executive and operational leader with over two decades of experience managing cross-functional teams, complex budgets, and scaled operational transformations. Supported by private equity advisory and conventional asset-based lenders, we are actively looking to acquire and personally operate a single established small-to-medium business.Our Investment Criteria:Sectors: Home and commercial services (including HVAC, plumbing, and landscaping), niche B2B services, and tech-enabled business services.Financial Benchmarks:…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Ripple Equity Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals
Ripple Equity Partners (REP) is looking for a business owner planning for the next stage in life - we want to partner with and provide them with flexibility, transparency, and peace of mind as they sell their business and ensure their legacy continues  

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Yare Scientific Solutions

Actively Sourcing Deals
William Malzone is an operational executive and minority business owner with 25+ years of progressive leadership across technology, government contracting, and military experience. He is looking to be an owner/operator of a company in the staffing, technology, or related fields. A people-first leader, William is ideal for a retiring owner looking for someone to carry a legacy forward, or for those seeking a committed partner for strategic growth.Over a 13-year tenure at Xcellent Technology Solutions, he served as the architect of the company's turnaround and subsequent growth — scaling the…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

James Toering

Actively Sourcing Deals
I'm an individual investor transitioning from a 30+ year technology career (Distinguished Software Engineer) building and scaling complex systems and teams into ownership through acquisition. I'm looking to buy and personally lead one established, profitable business for the long term, not to flip it.My focus leans toward software, SaaS, and tech-enabled businesses where my engineering and operating background adds real value, but I'm genuinely open to durable main-street and traditional companies — services, distribution, light manufacturing — with strong fundamentals. Target profile:…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Blake Hillemeyer

Actively Sourcing Deals
Executive at a commercial real estate investment firm, responsible for day-to-day operations and all capital markets activity at a platform with over $1B in AUM. Seeking either principal or partnership investment opportunities where I can leverage my expertise in operations, capital raising, and commercial real estate.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Bluebird Growth Partners is a private investment firm backed by Shore Capital Partners, a leading lower middle market private equity firm. Our principals are Harvard Business School graduates with institutional M&A and operating experience, bringing disciplined transaction execution and certainty to close. We are seeking to acquire and operate one exceptional B2B service-based business as a long-term platform investment. We are primarily focused on business in the Pacific and Mountain regions.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

DCM

Actively Sourcing Deals
I am the operator for a 3 person search fund looking to purchase a business in the New England area. Our backgrounds are in operations, finance and law. We are all in our 40s and looking for a chance from the corporate world.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Ozone Holdings

Actively Sourcing Deals
Full Send Capital provides the capital, expertise, and strategic guidance needed to acquire and grow established businesses with annual revenue of $5-50 million and annual EBITDA of >$1.0 million. We focus on consumer-focused companies that demonstrate strong fundamentals, loyal customer bases, and growth potential. Our hands-on investment approach and extensive operational experience enable our entrepreneurs to maximize financial returns and long-term business value

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 922 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 922 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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