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Evolution Strategy Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 12 Total Closed Deals
Evolution Strategy Partners is a differentiated, principled private equity firm with a unique approach to conducting business.We consider our portfolio companies as true partners, not merely investments. Evolution values and respects the people with whom we work and believes its value-added involvement is only beginning at the time a transaction closes. We stay engaged and empower company leaders to accelerate the maximum potential of their businesses.Evolution's' primary focus is on entrepreneur-owned businesses but we remain flexible to explore other opportunities where our knowledge and…
Most Recent Transactions
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Jun 2025
acquired
Investor
Sep 2024
acquired
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Mar 2024
acquired
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Feb 2024
acquired
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Rox Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 7 Total Closed Deals
We invest in and acquire Lower Middle Market businesses. We seek established, profitable companies, with cash-flow between $1.5mm and $3.0mm annually. Our structures include majority equity and complete acquisitions.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jul 2023
acquired
Investor
Jul 2022
acquired
Investor
Sep 2021
acquired
Advisor
May 2021
was acquired by
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LP First Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 71 Total Closed Deals
LP First Capital is a private investment firm focused on commercial, consumer, education, and healthcare services businesses. We seek to acquire leading, high performing services businesses that are primed for organic and acquisitive growth. We utilize our strong operational backgrounds to help our management teams create a focused value creation plan and growth strategy. Our passion is partnering with founder-led and family-owned businesses to generate long term value for all business stakeholders.
Most Recent Transactions
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Dec 2025
acquired
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Nov 2025
acquired
Investor
Oct 2025
acquired
Investor
Jul 2025
acquired
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DAGR Holdings Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 7 Total Closed Deals
DAGR Holdings is my personal investment company that operates as a fundless sponsor. My day job is as a Principal in the Private Equity strategy of MSD Partners, a $30Bn AUM alternative asset manager. Formerly worked for Searchlight Capital Partners and Hellman & Friedman.
Most Recent Transactions
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Jul 2021
invested in
Investor
Jan 2021
invested in
Investor
May 2020
acquired
Investor
Feb 2018
acquired
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Small Potatoes Unlimited Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 5 Total Closed Deals
Small Potatoes is a CPG holding company with operational assets (packaging/fulfillment and some manufacturing) that will purchase human/pet food companies who can leverage the operational assets to grow. Small Potatoes also has shared SG&A services available. We will nurture portfolio companies and sell to PE groups or strategics.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Dec 2024
secured investment from
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Oct 2024
acquired
Investor
May 2024
acquired
Investor
Feb 2024
acquired
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Vegvisir Capital, LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Vegvisir Capital derives its name from the "Vegvisir", an old Nordic sign meaning "way finder." In old Norse mythology, it is said "that if this sign is carried, then a person will never lose their way in storms or bad weather, even when the way is not known."Vegvisir Capital was founded to assist technology entrepreneurs in finding their way to scale. We invest in capital efficient, growing B2B software and services companies at an inflection point. We look for established core products in large markets where new growth channels exist in the monetization of data or payments.  This…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jan 2025
acquired
Investor
May 2022
acquired
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ULS iinvesstments Inc Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Recently completed 12-deals portfolio partnership, in construction industry, Northwest,USCapital backed Corporate Buyer with 500++ M&A deal experienced team executing a rollup conglomerate across US, Canada and South America in the construction and maintenance services - HVAC, electrical, plumbing, industrial cleaning, distribution, and support & manufacturing/distribution services, civil construction.Strong Board of Directors with former BlackRock, Deloitte, UBS, Merrill Linch, CPS Capital Partners, Columbia Home Services, Project Finance Exchange. Non Executive Chairman of the…
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Investor
Jan 2026
acquired
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Arbor Hill Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals

    • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Arbor Hill Capital is a lower middle market private equity firm that focuses on acquiring lower middle market companies where it can deploy people, in either a temporary or permanent basis, to compliment or replace existing management.

Caravel Capital Group Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals

    • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Caravel Capital Group is a Texas based family office, searching to acquire and operate businesses and real estate that fit our investment criteria.We are interested in purchasing local businesses to own and operate long-term in the Austin / San Antonio / Dallas / Houston area, within the $0.5-2M earnings range.

TEO Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals

    • This member has no reported closed transactions.

We acquire and operate founder-owned businesses in mission-critical, compliance-driven industries across the United States. Our focus is on long-term ownership, operational excellence, and preserving legacy. We move decisively, respect confidentiality, and provide sellers with certainty of close, flexible structures, and a commitment to growing their teams and customers for decades to come.

BA Growth Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals

    • This member has no reported closed transactions.

We are individual searchers acquiring construction companies in Texas. We build one from scratch and did our first acquisition in 2025.Search Criteria Small market deal $500k SDE - $1.5M EBITDA 3-5x multiple Deal size: $1M to 10M.

Strike Capital Management Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals

    • This member has no reported closed transactions.

I am a partner at an independent investment management firm currently focused on LMM industrial services businesses

Prontask Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals

    • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Vice President of Operations for a growth stage climate tech company. Former principal at a top management consulting firm. Looking for strategic acquisition of small to midsize businesses looking to transition ownership.

The Genesis Groupe LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals

    • This member has no reported closed transactions.

The Genesis Groupe is a strategic investment firm that specializes in energy, real assets, and long-term value creation. With a multi-industry platform, the company brings together technical, financial, and operational expertise to evaluate, execute, and manage opportunities across global markets. Leveraging strong ties to Africa, The Genesis Groupe offers import/export services, facilitating the movement of agricultural and other African products across continents. Additionally, the firm provides strategy and business consulting services, particularly supporting Ghana-based entrepreneurs,…

Salem Oak Holdings Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals

    • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Salem Oak Holdings is a holding company focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. We like to partner with exceptional businesses that are seeking their next stage of growth. Since our inception last year, we have acquired one company, InchBug.com, and we plan to make 1-2 subsequent acquisitions per year. We have committed personal capital as well as relationships with other investors.

Iron Keel Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals

    • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Iron Keel Capital is a private equity firm based in Austin, Texas, specializing in acquiring founder and family-owned businesses within the state. The firm invests its own capital in each acquisition, focusing on established service businesses. Iron Keel Capital's strategy involves maintaining and growing these companies, ensuring long-term success and stability. By acting as principals rather than brokers, they emphasize confidentiality and a direct approach in their transactions. Their investment focus is primarily on strategic acquisitions that align with their growth objectives.

Azlin Software Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals

    • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Azlin Software acquires and supercharges modern, niche software companies. We hold for the long term - supporting your team, product, and mission without ever planning to sell.We're passionate about the power of technology to better serve modern families, especially B2B software purposely built for service providers in fertility & women's health, childcare & kids' activities, recurring lifestyle services, home improvement, aging & hospice care.Our model is simple:- Hold companies permanently, without arbitrary exit timelines- Reinvest meaningfully in product innovation and growth-…

Realty Interests, LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals

    • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Realty Interests is a private investment firm focused on acquiring a small to medium sized business. We plan to keep existing management and team in place after the transaction and focusing on growth opportunities.

Evergate Holdings Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals

    • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Evergate Holdings is a long-term holding company that acquires and operates enduring service businesses across the U.S. The firm focuses on infrastructure-adjacent, compliance-driven industries such as environmental services, testing, inspection, energy, utilities, and related technical trades. Evergate typically targets businesses with $1-3 million in EBITDA, reoccurring or contract-based revenue, and strong reputations built over decades. The firm’s model emphasizes long-term ownership and provides founders with a trusted succession path that preserves culture, employees, and…

Topwater Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals

    • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Topwater Group is a private equity firm specializing in the acquisition and transformation of services and SaaS businesses through the integration of artificial intelligence. The firm brings a combination of operational expertise, capital, and a proven AI-enabled playbook to enhance the efficiency and value of its portfolio companies. Topwater focuses on building and scaling B2B software companies, emphasizing AI integration to drive operational efficiency and customer value. Their investment strategy targets high-potential software firms that are ready for AI implementation, supporting them…

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