Sunbird Capital partners with growing businesses to drive their long-term success, particularly in the commercial facilities services industries and retail.Brian Kelly, the founder of Sunbird Capital, recently left his job on the investment team at a $2.5B long/short equity hedge fund in order to acquire a business in the micro-cap/LMM space. He spent the first several years of his career acquiring & selling businesses in the middle market for a holding company and then for a private equity fund, primarily focused on business services.
We have founded, acquired, invested in, and operated companies both large and small across diverse industries. Based in Dallas and Austin, TX and founded in 2010, actively investing since 2016Investment team consisting of 2-5 principal / operating partners with senior-level experienceGoal of complete alignment across operating, financial, and strategic interestsStrong generalist and industry-specific experience across various sectorsWe live by our mission to relentlessly focus on building superior companies for all stakeholders in our partnerships through true alignment and a culture of…
East Pacific Capital Holdings LLC. is a U.S.-based investment and operating platform focused on acquiring and scaling lower middle-market operating businesses. We pursue control-oriented acquisitions with a strong emphasis on operational improvement, technology enablement, and disciplined execution.Our strategy targets profitable, cash-flowing businesses where hands-on operational involvement, data-driven decision-making, and process optimization can drive meaningful value creation. We focus on platform and buy-and-build opportunities, particularly in essential consumer and services-driven…
Sago is an independent, Texas-based firm working to create the strongest long-term investments for, and relationships with, our partners.We are seeking to be our partners’ first and best resource for compelling, stable, and high-yield opportunities in all markets and categories of real property assets. Sago principals have extensive experience in both real estate investments and transactions as well as operating company management. This deep and diverse background allows us to evaluate both real property investments and tenants with every transaction. We personally conduct extensive due…
CuraVentuRx Holdings (CVR) is an acquisition firm focused on building a portfolio of high-performing healthcare assets. Backed by committed capital and a seasoned leadership team, we provide sellers with a smooth, confidential transaction process and a fair valuation that recognizes the legacy they’ve built.We specialize in partnering with owners who want certainty of close, clear communication, and a buyer who understands the operational challenges caused by third party reimbursement rates that don't keep up with the ever increasing costs. Our team has deep experience across healthcare,…
Zeitgeber Equity Partners is an independent sponsor firm specializing in the acquisition and transformation of lower middle market companies. With a focus on partnering with founder or family-run businesses, we bring decades of expertise in finance, treasury management, and operational leadership to drive value creation and sustainable growth.
We focus on control-oriented investments in professional and advisory services
businesses with strong fundamentals and growth potential. We take a
disciplined approach to investing, seeking professional service businesses that
demonstrate stable cash flows, recurring revenue models, and opportunities
for operational enhancement and strategic growth. We believe in the power of
active ownership and operational involvement.
Active private investment group focused on healthcare & medtech. Target lower-middle-market companies ($2-20M EBITDA) with $10-50M typical equity checks and capacity to $250M+. Multiple successful healthcare acquisitions completed; we acquire to own long-term and partner with management to build lasting businesses.
Jagota Capital (JRC) is a growth focused investment fund dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs.We partner with outstanding management teams to develop long-term strategies enabling growth and operational excellence. We are a value-added investor, leveraging our unique value creation process, resources, and vast network to help companies realize their full potential.
I’m an operator with experience driving commercial performance, integration-related efficiencies, and organizational improvement inside scaled businesses. My background is in leading brand, go-to-market, and cross-functional execution across complex organizations, with responsibility for building internal capabilities, improving operating processes, and driving measurable growth outcomes. Earlier in my career, I founded and later sold a small agency, which gave me practical entrepreneurial experience and reinforced my interest in ownership and value creation.At James Hardie, in a role that…
Fund is designed as a hybrid ETA plus lending vehicle that deploys capital to acquire and grow small and mid-sized service businesses in the mid-Atlantic region with plans to expand nationally. The fund is a blended structured debt and equity investments, operating similarly to a Business Development Company (BDC) but without SEC registration, and targeting strong cash-flowing businesses with opportunities for operational improvement and long-term value creation.
Ampstead is a long-term investment platform focused on partnering with exceptional energy service contractors driving America’s electrification. We invest in businesses rooted in craftsmanship and operational excellence—specializing in EV charging, distributed energy (solar + storage), and grid efficiency upgrades.We believe in the trades, in grid resilience, and in building with purpose. Our ideal partners are founder-led businesses with $1–5M in EBITDA, strong teams, and a proven reputation in the Southeast.The platform is led by Vicente Garrido, an operator and investor with deep…
Coda Equity is looking to purchase companies in the low to mid market. We are opportunistic acquirers with a preference for businesses in law, tech and consumer services. We have expertise in SaaS, sales and talent. We believe in understanding the owner experience and helping owners reach their goals for the future. Our network of high net worth individuals are experienced and savvy investors that will become a private equity firm in 2026.
Petros HoldCo is a privately owned family investment platform built to acquire, operate, and scale high-quality businesses across healthcare, life sciences, real assets, and select operating companies. The firm takes a long-term, control-oriented approach, combining disciplined capital, active governance, and hands-on operational support to unlock value and drive sustainable growth. Backed by a family-office mindset, Petros Holding focuses on fundamentals, risk management, and alignment with management teams, while remaining flexible and opportunistic in pursuing complex or overlooked…
TriplePoint Equity is an independent sponsor specializing in the acquisition and growth of small businesses with a focus on long-term investment. The firm emphasizes flexibility in deal structures and business operations, leveraging the extensive corporate transaction and operational experience of its partners. TriplePoint Equity targets businesses with a proven track record of over 10 years, aiming to partner with existing management teams to provide liquidity, capital, and strategic support. Their goal is to sustainably scale these businesses, ensuring enduring profitability and unlocking…
We currently own & operate 14 laundromats and have a focus on scaling our model in that space. Additionally, I have a manufacturing background and would like to eventually get back in that space.
We are a permanent capital group, seeking to acquire and grow businesses over the long-term. We seek businesses with $2-5M in EBITDA providing mission-critical services, with strong employee cultures. We are based in New York City and are open to geographies across the U.S.
Joint Growth Partners is a capital protective and preservationist investment firm. We believe in building wealth quietly, providing our clients with what really matters; rigid stability in all economic environments.While most funds focus on upside potential, we focus solely on risk. Capital preservation is non-negotiable, and we pride ourselves on our defensive approach.We don't just manage wealth; we partner with individuals who share our investment values and philosophy. We lead with the philosophy that wealth is not created in moments of brilliance, but in years of discipline.
Essex Partners, LLC (“EP”) is a private investment platform, seeking to
acquire and grow businesses in the lower middle market.
Since 2003, EP’s experienced investment team has provided operational
and financial expertise to lower middle market companies
across a broad range of industries. We partner with owners and
management teams to invest in companies with defensible market
positions and growth prospects. EP can facilitate deals of varied sizes
through our extensive network.
We are a new firm looking to make strategic acquisitions in the middle market space.We've raised capital from investors that typically invest in venture capital.
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