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Top California Private Equity Funds

Explore 87 California Private Equity Funds that source acquisition and investment opportunities on Axial’s M&A platform.

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California Private Equity Funds

87

Active Firms

1,278

TTM Deal Inquiries

$4M-$25M

Core Revenue Range

$1M-$5M

Core EBITDA Range

Top Sectors by Activity

Industrials 35%
Technology 23%
Business Services 14%
Healthcare 12%
Transportation 6%

Key Attributes

Focus: Control Investments | Capital Source: Committed Capital | Operating Approach: Scale & Exit

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GWF Investments

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GWF is a collective of Partner Consultants with over 60 combined years of diverse financial, marketing and business operations expertise who have excelled at the highest levels in their fields and have come together to put their skills to effectively work with ....and for you.

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T&J Brothers Group LLC

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T&J Brothers Group is a private investment company and real estate consultancy firm. The company has substantial capital from a multi-family office, along with exposure to numerous high-profile businesses in real estate, wealthy individuals, and financial services. T&J actively explores private and public investment opportunities worldwide. The company's focus lies in long-term structural value investing and industrial innovation, encompassing biopharmaceuticals, life health, hard technology, carbon neutrality, and other sectors. Its investments include early-stage venture capital, private…

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Corbel Capital

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Corbel Capital manages approximately $1.5bn AUM and invests across three vehicles: i) control private equity, ii) structured credit, iii) special situations and turnarounds. We typically deploy $10mm to $60mm per investment. Industry agnostic.

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Beal Private Capital

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After 20 years as a long-term equity partner and advisor to a tightly curated portfolio of companies and funds, Beal Private Capital is re-focusing our work in M&A, deal sourcing, equity & debt financing and operations to acquire and operate a single business.

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Kynance Equity Partners

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Kynance Equity Partners is a private investment firm focused on acquiring a small to medium sized business. We plan to work closely with the company to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.

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STG Partners

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We find, build, and scale mid-market software and software-enabled tech services businesses. We have tailored our team and approach specifically to these sectors.We believe we unlock the potential of innovative companies by partnering with top management teams to build customer-centric market winners. We are committed to our portfolio companies’ growth, building a sustainable foundation that brings value to existing and future stakeholders – especially end customers. We believe our well-executed record of success enables us to anticipate potential hurdles while focusing on achieving…

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Cebron Group

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Cebron Group is an advisor and financier to corporations, partnerships, financial sponsors, and boards of directors and special committees. Our clients are worldwide.We specialize in crafting solutions to the complex financial and strategic challenges of a diverse set of clients around the world across the spectrum of industries.We offer financial services regarding mergers and acquisitions, capital advisory, capital raising and other strategic advisory matters in transactions that typically are of significant strategic and financial importance to our clients.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

self-search

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I have raised a fund and am looking to purchase 2-3 businesses in the next 12 months. Criteria include SMB businesses that are cash-flow positive, have established market presence and are capabable of being operating without owner's direct involvement.

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Westhook Capital

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Westhook Capital is a Los Angeles-based private equity firm founded by professionals with over 50 years of combined experience growing companies as investors, company executives and advisors through multiple economic cycles. Westhook is targeting 5 - 6 platform investments for its inaugural fund, Westhook Capital Partners, L.P, with $140 million in commitments. Westhook focuses on control buyouts of North American based lower middle market companies within the consumer, industrial, business services and healthcare services sectors that can benefit from the firms’ hands-on,…

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Cogenuity

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Private Equity, evolved.Cogenuity Partners is built on the pillars of COllaborative inGENUITY, diversity of thought and background, and embracing the ways that people, technology, and creative thinking can unlock the next phases of growth for great businesses. We are a group of private equity professionals and operators who are passionate about investing in critical product and service businesses operating in the advanced industrial economy.

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Leonard Green & Partners

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Leonard Green & Partners is a leading private equity investment firm founded in 1989 and based in Los Angeles with over $70 billion of assets under management. As one of the largest single-office private equity firms globally, LGP has completed over 150 transactions since its founding with an aggregate purchase price of over $270 billion.

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Blue Lake Capital

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Tim Nguyen's background consists of leadership roles in investment strategy and corporate expansion, spanning across acquisitions and finance. His primary skills as an Executive include establishing lasting team culture, generating creative ideas, and providing strategic long-term vision to build effective teams, processes, and systems. The vast majority of his career has been as the General Partner and owner-operator of real estate assets. He has ventured into entrepreneurship in technology-based solutions on a part time basis and has an interest in scaling solutions with AI.

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Carprae Capital

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Caprae Capital is a private equity fund focused on acquiring controlling stakes in lower middle-market companies across the US, UK, and Europe. We target businesses with $5M-$150M enterprise value, strong cash flow, and proven management teams. We offer patient capital, flexible deal structures, and a commitment to long-term value creation.

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Marlin Equity Partners

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Investor in private businesses partnering with management teams to accelerate growth, unlock operational value, and build lasting enterprises through disciplined capital and strategic guidance. Deep experience across various end markets.

Recent Transactions

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SKS

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Venture capital for DTC-first CPG brands with a focus on Los Angeles and New York City based companies. Preference for companies under $10M in revenue that are doing paid marketing and have social media traction

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Cape Sail

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LinkedIn is a social networking site designed specifically for the business community. With over 1 billion members, its goal is to enable registered members to establish and document professional networks of people they know and trust.LinkedIn is also a resource for professionals to find jobs, research companies, get news about their industry, make business connections and participate in online training.LinkedIn gathers data from LinkedIn profiles to provide policymakers, employers, workers and educators with data-driven insight into patterns that help align workforce supply with demand…

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Sumeru Equity Partners

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Sumeru Equity Partners (SEP) is a technology-focused, middle-market private equity firm founded in 2014 by an experienced group of investors and operators from Silver Lake Sumeru, a $1.1 billion fund started in 2007 within Silver Lake.

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Altaz, Inc.

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Our mission is to develop consumer electronic products with one goal in mind…to give consumers a smarter, stylish alternative to their everyday consumer electronic needs. Towards that end, Altaz develops consumer electronics that are purposely designed to visually stand out in a crowd. We combine clean, contemporary, design with excellent quality and sound value to provide our customers with a truly unique product choice. Altaz products offer the complete package that all customers are ultimately searching for - they look great, perform as promised, and are a good value. Best known for our…

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Frequently Asked Questions

How are Private Equity Funds in this directory ordered?

Firms in the California Private Equity 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.

What information is included in each Private Equity Fund profile?

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.

What company sizes are most common for California Private Equity Funds?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for California Private Equity Funds is $4M-$25M, with a core EBITDA range of $1M-$5M. 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.

How important is location when evaluating Private Equity Funds?

Location can be an important consideration, but it does not necessarily define where a firm is active. Firms based in California may bring regional knowledge, local relationships, and experience with businesses in the area, while many also pursue opportunities across a broader geographic footprint. Geography is best considered alongside sector focus, company size, and relevant transaction activity.

Do all Private Equity Funds in this directory operate exclusively in California?

Not necessarily. A firm’s location does not always define its geographic reach. Many Private Equity Funds based in California are active across multiple regions, while firms based elsewhere may also participate in the California market. Location can provide useful context, but it should not be interpreted as a firm’s geographic boundary.

How do I compare Private Equity Funds in California?

When comparing Private Equity Funds in California, consider factors such as sector focus, size range, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 87 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with California Private Equity Funds?

Axial can help you identify and connect with firms based on your objectives and what you are looking to accomplish. The process varies depending on your role and transaction needs. If you are interested in connecting with firms in the California Private Equity Funds directory, you can request information here.

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