Top Business Services Search Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

1,845

Active Firms

25,594

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$12M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$2M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 13%

California 12%

Texas 9%

New York 8%

New Jersey 5%

Key Attributes

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

Los Angeles Aerospace Holdings

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Search fund - looking for precision manufacturing and aerospace and defense businesses located in Southern California (Los Angeles and Orange Counties) EBITDA minimum is $1 million. Particularly interested in family/founder owned businesses.

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UW Dawood

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’m looking to acquire and grow a strong, well-run business with care and respect for what the owner has built. My goal is to preserve the company’s legacy, support the existing team, and continue serving customers well while thoughtfully growing the business over time.

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Hardison Investments

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Our company is focused on angel investment opportunities or complete acquisitions of established companies that would benefit from experienced operators. We have experience in life science and healthcare, real estate, and the services space.

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Scores Capital LLC

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Scores Capital LLC is an independent investment firm that partners with founder owned businesses generating $1–10 million of EBITDA. We focus on preserving and building upon a founder’s legacy while providing the strategic, operational, and financial support needed to scale the business into a leading brand within its industry.

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Toluca Lake Group

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Toluca Lake Group acquires and operates small businesses from owners ready to transition. We are a dedicated owner-operator focused on long-term ownership, preserving what makes each business special, and supporting its continued growth for decades to come.

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RMS FR

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Ronald O. Harper, Jr. is the Managing Partner of RMS Family Restaurants, LLC. where he owned and operated McDonald’s four restaurants in Memphis, Tennessee. RMS was built on a family-oriented philosophy that fosters employee development and growth while ensuring that every guest enjoys an excellent dining experience.Before founding RMS, Mr. Harper held senior leadership roles at prominent companies. As Global Business Lead at Capgemini, he focused on mergers and acquisitions within the Life Sciences sector. He also held senior leadership roles at Ensono and Xerox. At Ensono where he…

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Bibeane Metsch-Garcia

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I am a first-time investor interested in acquiring a business. I have expertise in the law and have interest in retail, real estate, hospitality, community-focused events and classes, as well as artificial intelligence (including consulting).

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NM2109 LLC

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I’m an operator looking to acquire a founder-owned food or beverage wholesale distributor or manufacturing business, typically $750k–$10M in EBITDA. I would also be very interested in a category-defining food manufacturer or quick service restaurant group with an eternally relevant product and strong brand or reputation moat.

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Ilia Malinovskii

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Am looking for investment opportunities through acquisition of small/mid sized operating business in sand/gravel/stone aggregate production (i.e. quarry, mine), manufacturing (e.g. processing of minerals or metals), b2b service (e.g. contract service like hauling/crushing or IT/digital related to mining/metals or relevant manufacturing). My primary location of interest is Great Lakes but am open to consider other location also.

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Carbella Capital

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Carbella Capital is a private equity fund that focuses on strategic investments in the lower middle market. The firm is committed to a long-term hold providing the necessary resources and guidance to achieve sustainable growth and profitability.

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Ebraco LLC

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I am an independent acquisition entrepreneur focused on acquiring and operating a durable, cash-flowing small business in healthcare services, B2B services, or essential services. I am seeking businesses with recurring or repeat revenue, strong customer relationships, and opportunities to improve systems, operations, and growth.Geographically, I am focused on the Northeast, with a preference for opportunities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, and Maryland. My goal is to work with an owner who values legacy, employees, and a thoughtful transition. My background includes…

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Alero Investment Group

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Alero Holdings is an acquisition and investment firm focused on businesses in the energy, professional services and health sectors. With a strategic emphasis on sustainable growth, the company acquires, optimizes and scales businesses.

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Gorman Holdings

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--Seeking acquisition-- Brighton, Michigan–based senior corporate strategy and technical sales leader at TREMEC, a Tier 1 transmission supplier. MBA (High Distinction in Strategy and Finance) from the University of Michigan and BSME from the University of Illinois.Previously an Engagement Manager at Ricardo Strategic Consulting advising clients and investors on M&A and growth strategy, and led engineering programs at Roush and Cummins, inclusive of electric, high-performance, and heavy-duty powertrain platforms, managing cross-functional teams of up to 15 contributors.Actively…

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NCA SF098, LP

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NCA SF098, LP is an Operator-Led Buyout Fund focused on acquiring a profitable industrial business with $10–50 million in revenue, operating in a fragmented market and potentially facing succession or ownership transition challenges.Our targets are industrial manufacturers, distributors of industrial and building products, and MRO service providers, located primarily in Ontario, with flexibility to pursue attractive opportunities across Canada.The fund is sponsored by Novastone Capital Advisors (NCA), a global firm that has partnered with 70+ searchers, completed 24 acquisitions, and…

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Arris Capital Group

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Arris Capital Group is a Santa Barbara, California-based real estate investment firm specializing in middle-market real estate, with a particular focus on for-rent housing and industrial properties. The company operates as a joint venture equity investor, leveraging over 55 years of combined institutional real estate investment experience and more than $7 billion in transaction history. Arris Capital Group targets institutional-quality projects to create income and generational wealth for private investors, including family offices, RIAs, and high net worth individuals, as well as…

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Sec

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Buy side searcher in Atlanta. Looking mainly in the lower middle market space. Industry agnostic. Self funded. Have operated 2 companies in the past and partner has operated 1. Ready for our next project to grow.

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Sean Miller LLC

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15-year network-engineering and cybersecurity operator (ex-Cisco, ex-AWS) backed by committed equity and SBA 7(a) financing. We buy once, integrate deeply, and stay in the seat—no private-equity churn.Investment mandateTarget: U.S.-based managed-service provider with $3 – 6 MM ARR, $250k – $500k MRR, and 15 %+ EBITDA.Team size: 15 – 40 technical staff; owner ready to transition within 6-12 months.Verticals: compliance-heavy industries (healthcare, finance, Gov/DoD, legal).Geography: Continental U.S. (preference for Pacific & Mountain time zones).Why partner with usKeep your brand…

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Talent Stew

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I care about people. I care about employees and customers. I have seen companies exploit both. As a Christian, maximized profit is not the most important thing. How we treat those in our care matters more.

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Pillar One Partners

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Looking to acquire, grow, and expand the footprint of a profitable small business in the tri-state area (NYC, NJ, CT + Philly). Previous experience in supply chain, automotive, commerce, and financial services.

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Passant Capital LLC

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My name is Ken Kranz. I’m an MBA graduate from Chicago Booth and formerly with JP Morgan Private Bank. I’m pursuing the acquisition of a small, owner-operated business as a long-term owner-operator, not a financial buyer.At a high level, I’m focused on profitable, stable B2B businesses with recurring or repeat customer demand. I’m particularly interested in essential products or services, including areas such as specialty distribution or business services, though I’m open to adjacent categories that fit the profile below.Broad criteria:B2B-focused businesses with defensible…

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Firms in the Business Services 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 Business Services 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.

Relevant Business Services 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 1,845 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Business Services.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Business Services Search Funds directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Business Services, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

When comparing Search Funds with experience in Business Services, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 1,845 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

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