Thornblade Capital is a private equity investment and advisory firm passionate about small business—specifically those with sales revenues of $3 to $50 million. Our motto is short-term investments and advisory for a long-term return. And with a team that has managed over $3 billion in private equity transactions, we have a strong track record of helping companies reach their potential.
Kuzari Group is a private investment firm managing a portfolio of equity and debt investments on behalf of its partners and investors. Please contact us if you represent a potential investment opportunity or would like to discuss becoming a capital, strategic or operating partner. We primarily sponsor acquisitions of Companies with enterprise values from $5 million to $50 million and EBITDA of $1 million to $10 million.
Hayden Creek Capital ("HCC") is a principal investment firm that focuses on investment opportunities in lower-middle market private companies. Our Principals have deep expertise in making growth equity and buyout investments principally in the Consumer Food and Beverage, Business Services and Distribution industries.HCC is not a typical private equity firm—we are not a fund. We take a flexible and creative approach to capital structures, having an extensive network of debt capital and institutional and family office equity capital providers.Our investing philosophy is grounded in…
Strength Capital Partners (SCP) is a Birmingham, Michigan-based private equity firm that specializes in acquiring traditional businesses, primarily throughout the greater Midwest and Central United States.We seek to invest in businesses with $4 million to $20 million in EBITDA. We pursue investments in a wide range of industries, including consumer products, manufacturing, distribution, industrial and financial services, energy, transportation, and infrastructure. We are particularly interested in "buy and build" opportunities, where we can grow and diversify our platform companies through a…
Elm Creek Partners has a history of successfully collaborating with uniquely talented management teams to fully realize opportunities within niche industries or pursue opportunistic situations. These investments are typically smaller than what a traditional middle market investor will consider and do not fit the criteria of the traditional venture capital; limiting access to institutional capital. Situations may include teams interested in spinning off a corporate orphan or out of a corporate parent, reentering a consolidating/expanding market they have previously participated in or pursuing…
Grovecourt Capital Partners LLC. is a private investment firm focused on making long-term investments in growing companies with attractive fundamentals in exciting industries. Grovecourt strives to work with founders and management teams to drive growth and unlock potential.
Kili Capital is a private investment firm focused on small to medium-sized acquisitions. We partner with exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth. Post-acquisition, we work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders. Our key operating sectors are currently tech-enabled services, enterprise software, and consumer. Kili Capital is now expanding to the North American Lower Middle Market Buyouts space across consumer goods/services and industrial.
Dekos Capital Management LLC is a privately held Texas-based investment firm. The firm’s founders have significant experience as private equity, investment banking and operating executives and are partnered with institutional investors to invest in strategically viable middle-market businesses.
Go Capital is a private equity firm focused on investing in small businesses with growth potential. What we are looking for in a business: - Industry Focus: Business Services, Consumer, Digital/Web-Enabled- EBITDA: Minimum of $1,000,000 for platforms. No minimum size for add-ons.- EBITDA margin of 10+%- 3+ year history of profitability- U.S. based and privately held- Majority investments only
Independent sponsor looking to acquire SaaS, service and media businesses that do $2mill-$10mill ebitda. Completing roll-ups in two sectors at the moment.
Based in Houston, Crossroads Strategic Advisors provides advice on recapitalization and restructuring strategies for middle market companies. As turnaround operators with an investor’s perspective, Crossroads provides valuable insights and creative solutions for operators, investors, creditors and other stakeholders. Amid volatility and uncertainty, clients hire Crossroads to navigate out-of-court workouts, distressed M&A and bankruptcy reorganizations. Crossroads provides support and guidance throughout the restructuring process as financial advisor, turnaround consultant or interim…
Our foundational principle is that commitment creates value. We collaborate with small business owners on flexible succession plans, renewing the lifecycle of a generational business. Our investment horizon is infinite, which we believe is the highest honor that can be paid to the vision of entrepreneurs. The societal gains generated by small business are vast, and our hope if for these gains to accrue to all our stakeholders - customers, employees, and investors - far into the future.
Based in Nashville, TN we apply a people-focused approach to deploying capital.Long-Term Focus: Building a sustainable long-term businessStrong Cash Flow: We look for companies with over $1 million in cash flow and greater than 10% margins.Darby Creek has been consulting for small businesses and investment firms for over 10 years. Their experience includes:· Managed private equity transactions, working with sellers to deeply understand the business. This process allowed investors to address company risks and operational issues in the transaction, including HR processes…
Circe Capital is a US business service organization. We are focused on partnering with exceptional founders and management teams to form long-term investments across several strategic services platforms including business services, technology, media and entertainment.
Vineyard Infrastructure is a private investment firm focused on infrastructure and infrastructure-like investments in standalone projects and small to medium sized businesses with the goal of building platforms through growth capital and acquisitions. Vineyard actively pursues businesses with enterprise values between $4mm to $30mm, Revenues between $3mm and $40mm, and EBITDA between $1mm and $6mm. We plan to work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.
ALEC Capital, LLC is a family investment firm focused on acquiring and operating lower middle-market businesses throughout North America. We also specialize in minority or structured investments that provide bespoke solutions to sellers and/or existing owners. We've invested in healthcare providers and services, real estate, consumer goods, and many other industries. We have a large amount of dry powder and are able to close transactions quickly without financing.
BASE Equity Partners is a long-term investment firm focused on acquiring and growing lower-middle market businesses with $2M–$7M in EBITDA. We invest in essential service and industrial sectors, seeking companies with stable cash flows, strong teams, and durable customer relationships. Backed by a group of experienced operators and investors who have completed dozens of transactions, we bring deep expertise in strategy, sales, M&A integration, and operational improvement. At BASE, we take a hands-on, partnership-driven approach—working closely with management to accelerate growth,…
Lavelle Investments is a family investment firm that supports businesses transitioning to the next phase of growth.We understand the importance of maintaining a company's reputation and culture, and we focus on preserving the family-feel that has been instrumental in building customer satisfaction and employee support over the years.With experience as both operators and investors, we bring robust analytical support to help the team drive sustainable, long-term growth and continued success.
Stallion Finance ("Horses not Unicorns") is a private equity firm that invests in and acquires small businesses with the goal of growing them through predefined strategic improvement initiatives. Our team of professional entrepreneurs utilize both private equity investment and hands-on operating expertise, to design and implement our proven operating playbook. We target tenured (no start-ups) companies generating between $0.5mm to $5mm of EBITDA. While we are industry agnostic, we have a particular focus on internet based, software or technology companies that are generating…
Optimal Investment Group (OIG) is a private investment firm focused on investing in lower middle market business acquisitions throughout North America. OIG invests in companies we believe show potential for growth and increased profitability.OIG is flexible and growth-minded, utilizing our vast experience to help portfolio companies reach their full potential. Our investment process allows us to analyze and close transactions quickly, frequently within 30-60 days.
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