Top Coal & Consumable Fuels Independent Sponsors with Recent Private M&A Activity

648

Active Firms

22,418

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$16M

Core Revenue Range

$600K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 13%

Texas 13%

California 11%

New York 7%

New Jersey 4%

Key Attributes

Focus: Control Investments | Capital Source: Deal-By-Deal Financing | Operating Approach: Scale & Exit

Walnut Bay Partners

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Walnut Bay Partners is holding company that acquires and operates small businesses in the U.S. for the long term. Modeled after Berkshire Hathaway, we focus on buying high-quality, cash-flowing companies — or distressed assets with turnaround potential — and holding them indefinitely. We specialize in smooth succession for retiring owners, preserving legacies while improving operations and driving growth. Our structure allows investors to own shares in the HoldCo, with no fund lifecycles or forced exits. We don’t flip businesses — we steward them, optimize them, and grow them for…

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Autokatalyst, LLC

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Autokatalyst is a New York-based digital transformation and technology enablement firm, focused on making control investments in digitally-native businesses (SaaS, tech-enabled services, business process automation firms) and businesses in traditionally non-digital industries where it has identified opportunities for specialized process automation technologies to generate significant value creation and growth acceleration.Uniquely situated as value-add investors, we combine capital investment with a bottom-up approach of applying transformative technologies across a firm. Our experience spans…

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Makor Capital

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Makor Capital is a strategic holding company focused on the acquisition, development, and management of businesses in the infrastructure and medical sectors. We work in direct collaboration with European and American investors, as well as private equity firms, to drive growth and operational excellence within our portfolio companies.Our approach combines strategic insight with hands-on management to identify high-potential opportunities, strengthen corporate governance, and optimize long-term value creation.Makor Capital is currently entering an active M&A phase, aiming to expand its…

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Mechanot

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Mechanot is a boutique private equity firm for over 13 years that has been investing in people who are passionate about their businesses and are leading operators within their fields. We drive success through a keen focus on financial performance driven by exceptional cultures - no jerks allowed. The investment activities of the firm are led by our two Managing Partners, Sean Larkin, MBA CPA and Kristin Baker, PhD MPH. Sean is a global corporate executive in the industrial manufacturing industry and currently the CEO of a multinational technology hardware company. Kristin is a global…

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True Course Capital

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We're pursuing opportunities to acquire and hold long-term ownership of reputable, legacy businesses located along the East Coast. Our ideal acquisition would be within an hour of a major airport and has a minimum team size of 20.

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Narrow River Capital

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Narrow River Capital is an independent sponsor focused on industrial and industrial services businesses in fragmented markets. We seek companies with recurring revenue, essential service models, and strong customer retention. Our founder brings over a decade of private equity experience at CVC Capital Partners and Apollo, with $5B+ in transaction value across complex buyouts and credit-led deals, including Petco, Anchor Glass, Associated Materials, Hornblower, Oxea Chemicals and more. We partner with management teams, families, and co-investors to support growth, professionalization, and…

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MZ Equity

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I have 15 years of experience in real estate, focusing on value-add projects in the NY area. In recent years, I’ve expanded into business acquisitions, including trucking and healthcare Manufacturing.

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DuneGlass Capital

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DuneGlass Capital fuels growth through a repeatable private equity playbook.We partner with entrepreneurial founders to unlock the value of your business. We teach you about efficiencies and why they matter to your bottom line, which drives alignment on value creation.We’ve developed a unique platform model – fueled by high-velocity, high-efficiency aggregation and integration – that allows you to capture the future growth of your business.

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11/Six Capital

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11/Six Capital is a private equity firm dedicated to partnering with entrepreneurs seeking to take their business to the next phase of growth. We are operators first and foremost in our approach and work with management teams to achieve great outcomes. The firm is committed to fostering growth and facilitating successful exits for its portfolio companies.

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Engineered Capital, LLC

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Engineered Capital, LLC 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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Ironwood Acquisitions

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We're not your typical Micro Private Equity firm. We're a family force to be reckoned with, fiercely committed to catapulting main street businesses to dizzying heights. The Ironwood squad, marries deep-rooted expertise in technology, marketing, sales, and operations with a relentless drive for success.

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Gaeta Partners

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I am a results-driven operations leader with over 20 years of experience managing high-performance teams of 70+ employees across the transit, education, and hospitality sectors. Based in Houston, I am 100% bilingual (English/Spanish) and SBA pre-qualified for acquisitions up to $1.8M. My background includes a proven ability to optimize database systems, implement complex compliance frameworks, and drive significant revenue growth (up to 600% lift). I am currently seeking an established service-based business in the Houston area where I can leverage my deep expertise in staffing, training, and…

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Homemaker Capital

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I want to acquire a business and leverage my extensive technical background and network to apply AI automations to accelerate growth and reduce operational costs. My plan is to preserve existing employees and possibly even empower and offer ownership stakes to critical employees so that I can focus on growth and expansion. I have liquid assets of 300k in cash and over 300k in a 401k. Additionally, I can procure up to 2M in funding from other investors to pool towards a joint venture.

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VS One Group

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Lakeview Growth Management

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Lakeview Growth Management is a private equity firm that acquires medium-sized, founder-owned businesses, focusing on the business services sector. Target businesses EBITDA: $1M-$7M EV: $5M - $35M. Learn more at: www.lakeviewgm.com

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Convivium Group LLC

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Convivium Group is a family office with investment and management expertise. We deploy capital in various industries based on our investment theses. Depending on the situation we invest both minority and majority.The founders have collectively made over five investments/acquisitions. We are constantly in search of new opportunities to deploy capital.

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MML & Partners

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At MML & Partners, we create lasting value for investors and business owners alike. We focus on transforming small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) into enduring businesses by acquiring and scaling operations in fragmented industries. Our team works collaboratively with business owners to preserve their legacies while unlocking innovative growth opportunities. This mission is supported by expertise in private equity, strategic capital, and value creation.

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C2 Holdings

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Former Navy SEAL, Stanford MBAI worked in finance for over 5 years and in several roles. IB division (JPMorgan, San Francisco), principal and head of micro cap (Peterson Partners), and operating partner (Jordanelle Cap) both are Utah based private equity firms.Although I am still an operating partner with Jordanelle Cap I am also currently the COO of a supplements manufacturing company (Diversified Botanics, Rev $100M, EBITDA 31%). We are preparing for an exit and my plan is to build C2 Holdings by buying and growing a portfolio of small businesses.

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Moonshot Capital

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Moonshot Capital is a Toronto-based entrepreneurial investment fund seeking to acquire, accelerate and grow a single business. We are looking for an owner of a medium-sized business planning to gradually reduce day-to-day management and divest the business.

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Cushnoc Group

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We specialize in working with the portfolio companies of Institutional Investors and Search Funds to implement fully auditable GAAP compliant financial reporting for professional management teams and Boards of Directors.Our engagements are typically structured in support of change-of-control transactions of lower middle market operating companies.

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Firms in the Coal & Consumable Fuels Independent Sponsors 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 Coal & Consumable Fuels Independent Sponsors is $3M-$16M, with a core EBITDA range of $600K-$3M. 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 Energy & Utilities 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 648 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Energy & Utilities.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Coal & Consumable Fuels Independent Sponsors directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Energy & Utilities, 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 Independent Sponsors with experience in Energy & Utilities, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 648 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 Coal & Consumable Fuels Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.

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