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There are 93 Automotive Retail Private Equity Firms listed on Axial's lower middle market Directory. All of the Automotive Retail Private Equity Firms included in this Directory were populated with information from Axial’s digital M&A platform. You can access more profiles of Automotive Retail Private Equity Firms like these, by becoming a member of Axial. Let Axial help you identify your next M&A opportunity.

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JLL Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 32 Total Closed Deals
JLL Partners is a leading private equity firm with a 34-year track record of transforming businesses through its operational and financial expertise. JLL Partners is dedicated to partnering with companies that it can fundamentally help build into market leaders through a combination of strategic mergers and acquisitions, market repositioning, and product and service line expansion. The JLL team is comprised of investment professionals and operating partners with extensive experience in portfolio company management, transaction structuring, capital markets, and business development. The firm…
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Oct 2022
acquired
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Oct 2022
acquired
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Nov 2021
acquired
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Feb 2018
acquired

Permanent Equity Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 22 Total Closed Deals
Using 30-year committed funds, Permanent Equity invests in companies that care what happens next. Our current portfolio includes 14 investments in companies like Pacific Air Industries, Blue Square Manufacturing, Chance Rides, AdAdvance, Selective Search, and MediaCross.We are looking to steward companies with durable value propositions and great teams. In each case, we examine why the company will be successful by remaining independent and why market demand is likely to endure over time, creating highly sustainable cash flow. We only consider companies headquartered in North America. Our…
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Feb 2024
acquired
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Jun 2023
invested in
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Nov 2022
invested in
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Apr 2022
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Argonaut Private Equity Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 22 Total Closed Deals
Founded in 2002, Argonaut Private Equity is a Tulsa, Oklahoma based private equity firm with over $1.5 billion of capital deployed by the firm’s principals. The firm is currently investing out of Argonaut Private Equity Fund IV, a $400 million fund that deploys Argonaut’s strategy of making control-oriented buyout investments in companies in the industrial, manufacturing and energy services and products sectors. Argonaut looks to partner with management teams to improve operations, implement best practices and generate shareholder value.  Argonaut has an over 15-year…
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May 2023
acquired
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Feb 2020
acquired
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Nov 2019
acquired
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Oct 2018
acquired

Hidden Harbor Capital Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 17 Total Closed Deals
Hidden Harbor Capital Partners is a private equity firm which helps create business success stories by building teams focused on execution. We believe that great companies are built on a strong group of people as their foundation, and that businesses succeed when they are intensely focused on executing a small set of well-defined objectives. Hidden Harbor has assets under management of more than $1.9 billion.What we look for:• Lower middle market companies up to $500 million in revenue (or any size for add-on opportunities to existing portfolio companies)• EBITDA up to $50 million…
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Jan 2025
acquired
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Dec 2024
acquired
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Nov 2024
acquired
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Oct 2024
acquired

NextGen Growth Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 12 Total Closed Deals
NextGen Growth Partners (“NGP”) is a Chicago-based private investment firm. We recently closed our $165M+ Fund III and are actively seeking great family/founder-owned businesses to partner with for their next phase of growth. We are unique in that we provide flexible succession planning for founders/owners looking to exit the business post-close (whether that be immediately or several years after). We do this by bringing in one of our talented Entrepreneurs in Residence to transition into the business after a transaction.
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Feb 2025
acquired
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Aug 2023
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Aug 2023
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Aug 2023
acquired

The Sterling Group Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 35 Total Closed Deals
Founded in 1982, The Sterling Group is a private equity investment firm defined by its focused expertise, depth of experience, operational strategy, and approach to partnering with management.Focused expertiseWe specialize in what we know best: acquiring and increasing the value of middle-market operating businesses in the fields of basic manufacturing, industrial services, and distribution.Depth of experienceOur Partners have a combined 90 years at Sterling. Their business experience encompasses management, operations, public accounting, commercial and investment banking, and securities…
Most Recent Transactions
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Dec 2024
acquired
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Oct 2010
acquired
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Oct 2010
acquired
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Oct 2010
acquired

Source Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 30 Total Closed Deals
Source Capital, LLC is a private equity firm founded in 2002 which makes both equity and debt investments in mature, lower middle-market U.S. companies across a range of industries. Source Capital's investment strategy targets healthy growing companies with greater than $2.0 million in EBITDA seeking a growth-oriented partner.
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Jun 2022
acquired
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May 2022
invested in

Greybull Stewardship Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 24 Total Closed Deals
Greybull Stewardship is founded, funded, and run by business owners and managers. Our fund is structured to allow the power of permanence to impact the value of an investment, we have no mandate to sell. We have committed capital to support current ownership's growth and liquidity needs. Greybull is actively seeking new investments and our investment horizon is long term. We do not mandate growth rates and with our history as owners and managers, we know how to assist businesses and also stay out of the way.
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Mar 2023
acquired
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Aug 2022
acquired
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Sep 2021
acquired
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Aug 2021
acquired

Envest Capital Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 22 Total Closed Deals
Envest Capital Partners is an investment company holding long term private equity positions in established basic businesses. We invest in a relatively broad range of basic industries, with a focus on manufacturing, industrial & consumer services, and franchising. Envest seeks to provide private direct equity financing to companies with sales of $5 to $50 million, exceptional growth prospects and strong, stable cash flow. Founded in 2000, Envest is a private equity firm based in Virginia Beach, VA. We are dedicated to partnering with privately held and founder-owned businesses. The Envest…
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Oct 2022
acquired

Transom Capital Group Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 16 Total Closed Deals
Transom Capital Group is a Los Angeles-based private equity firm with an operational focus to private equity investing in the middle-market. The Transom Capital team has a track record of investing and guiding the growth of lower-middle-market businesses. Key to this success is our unique hands-on approach to partnership that provides operational involvement and support to each portfolio company without overwhelming the management team. As investors, we view our role as critical, but not sufficient, to generating forward thrust, momentum and, if needed, a change in direction.
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Jun 2024
acquired
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Jan 2024
acquired
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Jan 2024
acquired
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Jan 2024
acquired

Morgan Stanley Capital Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 13 Total Closed Deals
Morgan Stanley Capital Partners (“MSCP”), established in 1985 and based in New York, makes control equity investments in North American middle-market companies. Currently investing capital from Fund VI with $1.4 billion of total commitments. Targeted, sub-sector focused strategy with intensive operational focus driven by on-the-ground portfolio company “Accelerators” in addition to Operating Partners. We differentiate ourselves by applying the global resources, brand, and capabilities of Morgan Stanley to the middle-market. 
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Dec 2021
acquired
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Oct 2012
invested in
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Apr 2012
acquired
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Dec 2011
invested in

IMB Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 13 Total Closed Deals
IMB Partners (IMB) is a private investment firm focused on delivering top-quartile market returns to investors and creating positive social impact. IMB buys, builds, capitalizes and partners with management teams to grow value-added B2B companies in the small-to-midsize business market. We seek to generate above-market growth and customer retention rates by owning and building businesses that address the unmet need for large-scale diverse supplier participation among large corporate and government buyers. IMB invests capital on behalf of and alongside 25 high net worth families.We seek to…
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Jul 2023
invested in
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Nov 2022
invested in
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Jul 2022
acquired

Foundation Investment Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 7 Total Closed Deals
Foundation Investment Partners is a private equity firm focused on acquiring niche manufacturers, high value added distributors, outsourced business service providers, and niche software developers. Our operating model focuses on partnering with the owners or operators of smaller businesses to provide the support, guidance and resources necessary to grow the business. Our Approach Smaller businesses face numerous challenges. Because of financial constraints, owners cannot always afford the luxury of having a specialist in every position. Each employee is asked to wear multiple hats and are…
Most Recent Transactions
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Oct 2024
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Jul 2019
acquired
Investor
Feb 2018
acquired

Alvarez & Marsal Securities

Private Equity Firm
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 12 Total Closed Deals
Alvarez & Marsal Capital (“AMC”) is a multi-strategy private equity investment firm with over $3 billion in assets under management across four funds and three investment strategies. Our firm is led by a highly experienced investment team, which is augmented by our strategic association with Alvarez & Marsal (“A&M”), one of the largest operationally focused advisory firms in the world. AMC combines a focus on middle-market private equity investing, with deep operational expertise, industry knowledge, and global corporate relationships of A&M, making us an attractive partner to…
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Aug 2023
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Aug 2023
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Aug 2023
invested in

Ninth Street Capital Partners

Private Equity Firm
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 9 Total Closed Deals
Ninth Street Capital Partners is a private investment partnership that specializes in acquiring, developing and managing established businesses. With a focus on executing deals with the highest degree of integrity, we make long-term controlling investments in growth-oriented, privately held businesses with revenues ranging from $5 to $50 million. Our flexible approach allows us to tailor our investments to help entrepreneurs and business owners achieve their personal and financial goals.
Most Recent Transactions
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Sep 2019
acquired
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Jun 2015
invested in
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Mar 2014
invested in
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May 2013
acquired

Gemini Investors Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 131 Total Closed Deals
Founded in 1993, Gemini Investors is a Massachusetts-based private equity firm that provides capital and strategic resources to lower middle market companies. Since its inception, we have invested approximately $1 Billion in more than 185 companies throughout the U.S., typically investing $3 – $8 million per transaction in either control or minority positions. Gemini offers a flexible investment approach. We provide a wide range of financing structures, which include subordinated debt with warrants, preferred stock, and common equity. We have extensive experience leading transactions, as…
Most Recent Transactions
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Jul 2023
acquired
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Apr 2023
acquired
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Mar 2023
acquired
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Jan 2023
acquired

Hammond Kennedy Whitney & Company Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 44 Total Closed Deals
HKW is evolving with clarity and purpose, while honoring the vision of the firm’s founders and our 100 plus year history. We focus on specific sectors in which we can utilize our skills and perspective, leveraging technology as part of a data-driven methodology to power our “Four Pillar” structure. HKW has developed processes that support our strategy to find, create, and sustain value in our companies while trusting and appreciating that our approach is what sets us apart.
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Jan 2023
acquired
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Dec 2022
acquired
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Sep 2022
acquired
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Mar 2022
invested in

Stonehenge Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 42 Total Closed Deals
Stonehenge Partners ("Stonehenge" or the "Firm") is a middle-market private equity firm with a highly successful 25+ year track record. The Firm directs the investment activities for approximately $1 billion in capital commitments. Stonehenge's investment professionals have extensive experience executing a broad range of transactions including:Management and leveraged buyoutsAcquisitionsRecapitalizationsGrowth capital investmentsStonehenge Partners has the flexibility to invest in a variety of structures including common equity, preferred equity and subordinated debt (or combinations…
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Jun 2019
invested in
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Apr 2019
invested in
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Jan 2019
acquired
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Sep 2018
acquired

Rockwood Equity Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 39 Total Closed Deals
Rockwood Equity Partners:Contact: Kate Faust at [email protected], 216-278-7070B2B manufacturing, service providers, distribution in industrials and regulated industries (e.g., healthcare, aerospace & defense, environmental, waste, rail, water, others)Transaction types: First institutional capital partner, majority, minority, growth, independent sponsor and operator partners, management buyout, corporate divestitureTarget company size: $10-$75 million in revenues and $2-$7 million EBITDA, add-ons of any size.Private equity investment firm for lower middle market companies, with a…
Most Recent Transactions
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Sep 2024
acquired
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May 2024
acquired
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Feb 2024
invested in
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Jan 2024
invested in

Highview Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 30 Total Closed Deals
Highview Capital is a family-office backed private equity fund in Los Angeles with an evergreen fund structure (patient capital with ability to hold longer) and flexible, opportunistic investment mandate that has deployed nearly $700mm of equity capital through 2024.We look for companies poised to undergo a transformation. We drive value through a strategic and operational approach coupled with patient capital and an extremely flexible mandate.We invest in middle market businesses that are facing a critical inflection point and are ready for transformation, whether that is executing…
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Sep 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Jun 2023
invested in
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Sep 2022
acquired

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