Top Chemicals Search Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

970

Active Firms

20,243

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$12M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$2M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 13%

California 13%

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

KENCO

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I am commercial real estate private equity executive looking to utilize my skill set to acquire and/or investing in different business opportunities in the northeast, particularly focused on Greater Boston, MA.

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ABridge Keystone Partners

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ABridge Keystone Partners is an entrepreneurial investment firm dedicated to acquiring and growing a single enduring business with a strong emphasis on a people-first approach. The firm is committed to long-term value creation, leveraging experienced leadership and robust governance to steward a business with care and preserve its core strengths. The firm is led by an entrepreneur with significant operational leadership experience who prioritizes a disciplined and servant-minded approach to building lasting value.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Two Bridges LP

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An entrepreneur-led fund designed to identify, acquire, and optimize an existing private company, bridging its history and legacy with its untapped growth potential. We have support from leading investors in the lower middle market

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Dragoon Investments

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Dragoon Investments is focused on the acquisition and operation of a single American company. We believe in continuing the owner's legacy, delivering unparalleled value to customers, giving back to the community, and delivering shareholder value.

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Anchor Rock

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Anchor Rock is a family-owned holding company looking to acquire small businesses with local roots who has sustainable cash flows. We are not Private Equity. We care about the business you created and employees that are your family.

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AFJ Mgmt LLC

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Experienced operator-investor seeking acquisitions of U.S. lower middle-market businesses. Built and exited a multi-unit platform with full P&L ownership. Focused on durable cash flow and operational upside.

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Centaurus Technologies

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Centaurus Technologies 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.

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Lorin Theiss

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I am an experienced industrial executive actively seeking to acquire a light manufacturing, B2B industrial services, specialty trade, TICC lab, or niche distribution business in Texas generating $500K–$1.2M in EBITDA/SDE.Buyer Highlights:Background: 30+ years leading industrial operations ($100M+ P&L, 10 sites, 500+ employees) with prior business founder/owner experience.Capital Readiness: Pre-qualified for SBA 7(a) financing with equity capital available for immediate deployment.Focus: Long-term stewardship, employee culture, and sustainable operational growth.

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Iron Bond Search Partners

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Iron Bond Search Partners is an investment fund founded by Dru Nkansah and Phil Dontje, both former U.S. Army Rangers turned entrepreneurs. The firm is dedicated to acquiring and growing high-quality businesses with long-term potential. With a focus on strategic investments, Iron Bond aims to build upon the enduring legacy of the businesses it acquires as day-to-day operators. The company is driven by a commitment to excellence and seeks opportunities that align with its vision of long-term growth and sustainability.

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Sintra Partners

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Sintra Partners 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.

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Blue Spruce Acquisitions

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I am a people-first leader with deep commercial development experience backed by committed capital. I have a track record of building strong teams, trusted relationships, and sustainable revenue growth. My wife and I partnered in our acquisitions search and bring complementary strengths. We are committed to honoring a founder’s legacy, preserving the values that made the business successful, and empowering existing employees to reach their full potential. I have deep experience driving the adoption of innovative and technical products in complex markets, including across diverse cultural,…

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Steel Hill

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I am an entrepreneur out of Philadelphia, looking for a business to buy and grow. I would step into the owners shoes full time.I bring a personalized customer service approach and employee centric mindset.

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Outsider Capital

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Outsider Capital is a Toronto-based entrepreneurial investment firm that is looking to acquire, actively manage, and grow a small to medium-sized business. We are focused on GTA-based businesses with $5M - $15M of revenue operating in the manufacturing, distribution, or business services space. We are looking to make a change of control investment and are excited to partner with an owner who is committed to making a seamless transition. We are passionately Canadian and we believe that the key to economic growth in our country is helping Canadian businesses tap into their technological…

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Gaviota Capital Partners

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Gaviota Capital Partners is a search fund focused on acquiring and operating small businesses in the United States. They seek businesses with strong recurring revenue and a diversified customer base. Their goal is to ensure continuity, culture, and legacy for retiring founders.

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Parker Cook

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A strategic and growth driven leader with 16 years of experience in sales, engineering, operations and management within the distribution and manufacturing spaces. Spending the majority of his career in management, Parker brings a wealth of knowledge to running a business while maintaining sincere support for the people. He currently serves as Vice President of Operations for a $250+M company. Prior to his current role he has held additional positions such as General Manager, Regional Applications Engineer, and Territory Manager. With a degree in Mechanical Engineering, he brings a high…

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Crestlink Holdings LLC

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Crestlink Holdings LLCCrestlink Holdings is a Delaware-based acquisition entity formed to acquire and operate a well-run small or mid-sized business. We are a first-time buyer backed by strong financing and a disciplined, professional approach to due diligence, deal structuring, and post-close operations.Investment CriteriaWe are targeting a business generating $2M–$7.0M in SDE/EBITDA.We are open to most industries, with particular interest in process-driven, recurring-revenue sectors such as environmental and industrial testing, compliance and calibration services, drug testing and…

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Village Partners Group

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We are a search fund looking to deploy up to $40 million in equity capital. The principals have experience in both middle market private equity and as a CEO of a private equity backed business which had a successful exit. Our core sectors of focus are a.) auto services; b.) healthcare infusion; c.) residential and commercial services

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Sage Blacksmith

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I've raised committed capital from Pacific Lake and Peterson (two $2B investors) to acquire and grow a business service or software company. I spent a decade building companies internationally including developing data science capabilities for clients like GE.

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Fenten Ventures

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I’m an operator and former PE-backed CEO who built, scaled, and exited a light manufacturing business.I also advise growth-stage businesses as a partner at TechCXO, helping CEOs drive operational efficiency, margin expansion, and leadership alignment.Now acquiring a company in the Southeast with:$500K–$1M SDE$1.5M–$3.5M priceAsset deals (SBA + seller note)Focus areas:B2B services, home services, light manufacturingRecurring revenue, essential services, strong marginsSuccession or owner-operator transitionsBased in Greenville, SC — Open to NC/GA/SC for high-quality opportunities.I…

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Vesalius Partners

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Vesalius Partners is a newly launched search fund led by Kayvon Soheili and Cassidy Driscoll, two operators and investors with deep, complementary roots in healthcare and life sciences. We are seeking to acquire and operate one exceptional lower middle market business where we can serve as active, long-term owner-operators and build on the foundation a founder has spent years creating.Kayvon, brings seven years of operating experience embedded inside some of healthcare's most complex environments. He has led revenue cycle transformations, redesigned clinical operations, and driven patient…

Recent Transactions

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Firms in the Chemicals 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 Chemicals 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 Chemicals 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 970 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Chemicals.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Chemicals Search Funds directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Chemicals, 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 Chemicals, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 970 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

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 Chemicals Search Funds directory, you can request information here.

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