Top Atlanta Search Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

Q: How are Search Funds in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Atlanta 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.

Q: 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.

Q: What company sizes are most common for Atlanta Search Funds?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Atlanta Search Funds is $3M-$13M, 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.

Q: How important is location when evaluating Search Funds?

Location can be an important consideration, but it does not necessarily define where a firm is active. Firms based in Atlanta may bring regional knowledge, local relationships, and experience with businesses in the area, while many also pursue opportunities across a broader geographic footprint. Geography is best considered alongside sector focus, company size, and relevant transaction activity.

Q: Do all Search Funds in this directory operate exclusively in Atlanta?

Not necessarily. A firm’s location does not always define its geographic reach. Many Search Funds based in Atlanta are active across multiple regions, while firms based elsewhere may also participate in the Atlanta market. Location can provide useful context, but it should not be interpreted as a firm’s geographic boundary.

Q: How do I compare Search Funds in Atlanta?

When comparing Search Funds in Atlanta, consider factors such as sector focus, size range, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 73 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

Q: How do I connect with Atlanta 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 Atlanta Search Funds directory, you can request information here .

Active Firms

700

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$13M

Core Revenue Range

$700K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range

Top Sectors by Activity

Industrials 51%

Business Services 14%

Technology 8%

Consumer Goods 7%

Healthcare 6%

Key Attributes

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

Yellowhammer Strategic Partners LLC

1 Closed Deal via Axial

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Yellowhammer Strategic Partners, founded in 2021, is an East Coast-based long-term private investment vehicle seeking to acquire and operate a closely-held lower middle-market business generating <$3.0 million in EBITDA within either the light manufacturing, value-added distribution or B2B services industries.We provide an efficient and discreet closing process for owners facing succession issues and employ a “Legacy Preservation” approach to our acquisition and operations frameworks. Our Principals have complementary backgrounds in Fortune 100 Operations / FP&A and Investment…

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Oct 2023 Acquired Confidential Company

OVH Search

1 Closed Deal via Axial

1 Total Closed Deal

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OVH search is looking to acquire a $2-10M EBITDA company in the US. The company must already have middle management in place. Ideal business should be in healthcare, compliance/audit in ESG/EHS, or industrial services provider

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Apr 2024 Acquired Confidential Company

Explora Capital Partners

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Explora Capital Partners is a private equity firm dedicated to acquiring and enhancing profitable small businesses in the Southeast United States. The firm focuses on companies with an Adjusted EBITDA ranging from $500,000 to $2 million, targeting industries that exhibit stability and growth potential. By leveraging operational improvements and strategic growth initiatives, Explora Capital Partners aims to help these businesses thrive and achieve their full potential. The firm is committed to fostering long-term value and success for its portfolio companies.

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Jan 2026 Acquired Murphy's Naturals

Kartik Balasubramaniam

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I'm a Finance & Accounting leader with industry experience in Industrials/Manufacturing, Logistics/Distribution, Food & Beverage/Hospitality, and Healthcare. I've spent the past several years supporting PE firms and founder-led enterprises with performance improvement and finance transformation initiatives - most recently, I've helped organizations in the industrials/manufacturing and healthcare sectors optimize cash forecasting/capital planning, develop reporting, and enhance daily operating practices. I've also supported acquisition integration, corporate transformation (system…

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Nick Marchiony

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I am looking to transition from a career in tech sales into business ownership. I am looking for a scalable service, businesses to acquire and manage within 45 minutes of Atlanta where I live. I am a well qualified buyer.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

CDT Management Services LLC

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I am seeking to acquire or buy into a specialty manufacturing, HVAC/Plumbing, Well Drilling/Irrigation, Site Clearing/Development, or Marine Construction/Repair company. The ideal target should exhibit robust sales and marketing processes while benefiting from operational enhancement opportunities.

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Griffith Growth

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Looking for B2B services (Blue collar or back office work) with reoccuring/repeat revenue with $1.5M-$5M in EBITDA or SaaS with at least $2m in ARR and breakeven or slightly profitable. Focused on companies in the US only (any state).

Recent Transactions

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Olive Row Partners

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Olive Row Partners is an entrepreneurial acquisition firm based in Atlanta, GA. We are interested in partnering with and acquiring a successful small business located in the Southeastern United States. Our goal is to acquire and operate one small business by working with the existing owner(s) and management team until they are ready to transition into the next phase of their careers. The Olive Row team will be focused on continuing to provide the same high-quality service that your customer base and employees have come to know for years.

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Zayaan Lalani

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I'm an Atlanta-based buyer with a business and finance background actively looking to acquire one small B2B business in the $500K–$1M range.I'm focused on non-cyclical B2B niches such as wholesale distribution, facility services, and industrial supply. I prefer 5–20 employees, 3+ years of consistent cash flow, and an owner who is open to seller financing is preferred.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

NorthStar Mortgage Advisors

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Chief Operations Officer of NorthStar Mortgage Advisors. We provide retail mortgage lending through our Loan Origination Corp and our referral partner transactions. NorthStar Mortgage Advisors produces about $ 800 million in loans a year, all from retail, FHA, VA, USDA, and agency products.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Sven Dejean

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I’m looking for a stable business in the $500k - $1.5M EBITDA range, within driving distance from Atlanta. Ideally, the company has a management team in place, has been in operation for more than 5 years, and the owner is selling for personal reasons. I bring a well-rounded business background with 12+ years of experience improving performance and leading strong teams across both cost and revenue drivers. For the first 5 years, I worked for one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, improving operations and driving working-capital savings.I then earned my…

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Wilmington Enterprises

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We are a metro-Atlanta based firm that will acquire a proven business with a legacy uphold by June 2024. We are self-funded and focused on old economy b2b companies with 15+ years of profits, retiring ownership, and low customer concentration. Our managing partner, Shan Mehrotra, intends on being CEO of the firm we acquire.

Recent Transactions

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Fullerton Legacy Capital, LLC

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Fullerton Legacy Capital is an LLC led by Bill Ford with the objective of acquiring and operating a small, mid-size business (SMB). Bill is an experienced investor/operator with a strong, 25-year track record:Operated and grew a $250M coffee business with responsibility for all functions and mfg. plant (~75 employees)Served as interim CEO of a $70M home décor businessClosed 7 previous investment transactionsServed as board member for 3 different SMBs ($2M - $150M)Consulted and advised CEOs of 15 different SMBs as a portfolio manager and operating partner over past 10 yearsFullerton is…

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E & V Legacy Partners

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E&V Legacy Partners is a self-funded search fund run by Brandon Baxter, acquiring a business in the Southeast. I’m looking for recurring service and/or maintenance revenue and an owner ready to step back. Background is chemical engineering and plant operations, then corporate strategy. Buying one business to run and grow for the long haul.

Recent Transactions

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50th Capital Partners LLC

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We help private businesses and their owners toward the end zone of a lasting legacy.You’re ready to enter a different arena, and want to pass the ball to talented professionals who will prioritize doing right by your team. We love engaging with business owners about the playbook they’ve written, the enterprise they’ve built, and learning how we can contribute to their lasting legacy.

Recent Transactions

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KS Operators

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KS Operators was formed to acquire and operate one established business in the greater Atlanta area. We are not a private equity fund or short-term buyer. Our goal is to step into a strong existing business, support its team, preserve what makes it successful, and build on that foundation over time.

Recent Transactions

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Franky Oorreel

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For the past 11 years I have founded, grew and led an industrial safety company, as both it's President and a minority shareholder. While I ran all aspects of the business, my core strengths are in business development, team building as well as operational strategy. I am looking for a proven, well-run company where the owner(s) are looking to exit, preferably due to retirement, and are looking for a new owner to continue and further grow their business.My focus is on B2B businesses, whether in industrial, manufacturing, distribution or services. While I am based in Atlanta, GA, I do have the…

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Harlan Operating Partners

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I'm an operator acquiring a single business to run for the long term. I'm the Managing Partner of Harlan Operating Partners, based in Atlanta, and I'm on this search full-time.I came up as a mechanical engineer and spent the last decade building operating systems and owning the P&L in regulated, multi-site services businesses. That's why specialized equipment and essential services pull me in: the accreditation, compliance cycles, and credentialed teams that make these businesses hard to build are the same things that make them durable — and they're the part I'm fluent in when most…

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Fourth Pine

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COO/operator in small businesses (B2B) for the majority of my career. Love getting in the weeds and, most of all, working with amazing teams! Looking to steward a business in Atlanta, where our family calls home, through our firm, Fourth Pine Holdings. Our current portfolio includes commercial real estate, and we're interested in complementary businesses. Open to a variety of industries.Harvard MBA and Dartmouth alumni. In a previous life, was a management consultant working M&A and integrations with Fortune 500s.

Recent Transactions

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Wellesley Moreland, LLC

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Wellesley Moreland is a search entity established to acquire services or value-added distribution companies in the greater Atlanta area. As the founder of Wellesley Moreland, I have nearly 20 years' experience in corporate law across industries from automotive, media and advertising, clean tech, fintech and more. I am a creative and strategic problem-solver, with proven ability to drive business growth through operational excellence, technical expertise and customer service delivery. I am a pragmatic, dependable and genuine leader who wants to roll up his sleeves and build a team he can…

Recent Transactions

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Firms in the Atlanta 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 Atlanta Search Funds is $3M-$13M, 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.

Location can be an important consideration, but it does not necessarily define where a firm is active. Firms based in Atlanta may bring regional knowledge, local relationships, and experience with businesses in the area, while many also pursue opportunities across a broader geographic footprint. Geography is best considered alongside sector focus, company size, and relevant transaction activity.

Not necessarily. A firm’s location does not always define its geographic reach. Many Search Funds based in Atlanta are active across multiple regions, while firms based elsewhere may also participate in the Atlanta market. Location can provide useful context, but it should not be interpreted as a firm’s geographic boundary.

When comparing Search Funds in Atlanta, consider factors such as sector focus, size range, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 73 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 Atlanta Search Funds directory, you can request information here.

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