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We’ve compiled information on 81 Top Independent Sponsors in Dallas. This Directory is populated with data from Axial's digital deal marketing and deal sourcing platform. You can access more profiles of Top Independent Sponsors in Dallas like these, by becoming a member of Axial. No matter the transaction type, Axial can help connect you with the right deal partner at the right time.

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CMG Companies Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
ABOUT CMG COMPANIES:CMG Companies is a collection of separate and independent entities, holding controlling investments predominantly in the multi-unit and franchise sector, spanning restaurants, hotels, retail, sports, automotive, and real estate industries.We have partnered with or are currently associated with several renowned brands, including KFC, Taco Bell, Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Sonic, Little Caesars, Rent-A-Center, Ace Hardware, and Valvoline, among others.From an investment standpoint, CMG Companies is unique. We have not only owned and operated our businesses but have also invested…
Most Recent Transactions
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Nov 2022
acquired
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Nov 2022
acquired
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Oct 2022
acquired
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Jun 2010
acquired
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Broadwing Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Broadwing is a Dallas-based private equity firm that actively partners with management teams to build industrial, services and niche manufacturing companies while investing in their people and communities.
Most Recent Transactions
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Oct 2024
acquired
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Sep 2024
acquired
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Nov 2023
acquired
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Hillstar Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 28 Total Closed Deals
Hillstar Capital is focused on partnering with business owners and management teams to build durable business value over time. We also provide capital to companies with owners who desire liquidity or asset diversification, including full ownership transition. We tailor our investments to meet the specific needs of business owners and can offer flexible and creative solutions for various liquidity alternatives. We realize that growing small businesses requires focused efforts, expertise and nurturing. Upon transaction closing, we are intensely focused on supporting our portfolio companies with…
Most Recent Transactions
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May 2018
invested in
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Sep 2017
invested in
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Aug 2017
acquired
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Sep 2016
acquired
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Clavis Capital Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 19 Total Closed Deals
Clavis Capital Partners is a unique private equity firm focused on control investments in the manufacturing and industrial services sectors. Clavis was founded and is staffed entirely by experienced operating professionals who have previously held senior operating roles (CEO/President/GM/COO) for industrial companies and possess deep domain expertise and contacts across a broad range of industrial and industrial services business.We focus on investments in under-resourced, lower middle-market businesses with a minimum of $3m in EBITDA and a capability for substantial growth. Since 1994, our…
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2022
acquired
Investor
Aug 2021
acquired
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Aug 2020
acquired
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Red River Equity Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 10 Total Closed Deals
Red River Equity is a private investment firm located in Dallas, Texas. Red River’s team has successfully invested and/or advised over 35 middle market companies spanning a diverse array of industries.Red River Equity assists management teams to build sustainable value in companies with a focused strategy in acquiring controlling positions in select, growing, middle market companies. The goal is to align incentives, motivate management, implement new corporate strategies, and mitigate downside risk.
Most Recent Transactions
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Feb 2024
acquired
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Cascata Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Overviewo  Cascata Capital, LLC (“Cascata”) is a Dallas, TX based alternative investment firm focused on private equity platform investments o  Funding is provided in partnership with leading Institutional Investors and family offices through special purpose entities created for each platformo  Principals and operating partners with over 50 years of combined financial and investment experience o  Ability to source and originate proprietary private equity funding opportunities with superior risk adjusted returns for our investment…
Most Recent Transactions
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Jun 2025
acquired
Investor
Feb 2024
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2022
acquired
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G&H Ventures, LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
G&H Ventures, LLC is an investment firm founded in 2010 by Danny Guttman and Thomas Hardy, which focuses on investments in the financial services sector. G&H is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Our competitive advantages include our non-bureaucratic infrastructure, flexible decision making process, long-term investment horizon, ability to accommodate special needs of sellers and management teams, operational and transaction expertise, and opportunistic investment strategy.Our target investment size is $10 million-$50 million.
Most Recent Transactions
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May 2021
invested in
Investor
Apr 2019
invested in
Investor
Oct 2014
acquired
Investor
May 2013
invested in
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Transition Capital Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 17 Total Closed Deals
Transition Capital Partners (“TCP”) is a Southlake, TX based private equity investment firm. Founded in 1993, TCP has successfully invested in over 50 middle market companies spanning a diverse array of industries. TCP partners with management teams to build sustainable value in businesses over the long-term, without the artificial constraints fundraising cycles create for traditional private equity funds. With more than thirty years of proven success, we have a long track record of collaborating with our partners to accelerate the growth of middle market companies.
Most Recent Transactions
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Nov 2024
acquired
Investor
Feb 2024
acquired
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Jan 2024
acquired
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Jan 2023
acquired
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StoneCreek Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 16 Total Closed Deals
StoneCreek Capital, Inc. is an independent sponsor private equity firm that invests in growth-oriented middle market companies in a wide range of industries. We target investments in companies with $3 million to $15 million in EBITDA. StoneCreek seeks out committed and passionate management teams that have solid visions and proven track records. Whether you are a: • Business owner looking to buyout a partner, recapitalize or pursue an acquisition; • Seller striving to diversify holdings and/or retire; • Management team pursuing a buyout or growth capital; or • CEO or Executive in…
Most Recent Transactions
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Mar 2018
acquired
Investor
Oct 2016
acquired
Investor
May 2015
acquired
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Jul 2014
acquired
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Surge Private Equity Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 16 Total Closed Deals
Founded in 2017, Surge is a Dallas-based private equity firm. Surge generally focuses on businesses in the business services, healthcare, online businesses, and specialty goods industries. Primary characteristics sought are companies with high recurring revenue and predictable cash flows with EBITDA of at least $3.0MM. Surge takes a majority equity position in its investments and prefers to target acquisitions where the seller will remain on board in an ongoing capacity with a minority interest.
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2025
acquired
Investor
Dec 2023
acquired
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Sep 2023
acquired
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Mar 2023
acquired
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Elm Creek Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 10 Total Closed Deals
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…
Most Recent Transactions
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Jun 2022
acquired
Advisor
Feb 2022
secured investment from
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Sep 2019
acquired
Investor
Jan 2018
invested in
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Provident Realty Advisors, Inc. Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 10 Total Closed Deals
Since 1991 Provident Realty Advisors and The Backes Family Office has invested in and developed over $5 Billion of real estate projects. We are disciplined and focused on executing deals that offer the best risk adjusted returns for PRA and our investor partners. While our original business has been commercial real estate development we have used our capital and investment discipline to successfully invest in multiple operating companies.Currently, we own two general contracting companies specializing in different areas of multifamily as well as a specialty lighting distributor. Additionally,…
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2022
acquired
Investor
Oct 2021
acquired
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Crux Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Crux Capital is the ideal partner for owners seeking liquidity, generational transition, capital for growth or recapitalization. The firm is committed to preserving the legacy of the companies we invest in, recognizing that people and culture are the key determinants of long-term success. In addition to providing capital, we leverage the expertise of our team and limited partner investors to support management teams in reaching their growth objectives. While we do not participate in the day-to-day management of our companies, we do serve as active advisers and provide additional…
Most Recent Transactions
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Apr 2025
acquired
Investor
Dec 2023
acquired
Investor
Jan 2023
invested in
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Mar 2022
acquired
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JAMCO Interests LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 5 Total Closed Deals
JAMCO is the majority stakeholder of BRIX Holdings, a Dallas-based multi-brand franchising company specializing in restaurant chains with superior products and attractive growth prospects, and Amici Partners Group, LLC, an experienced investor group with a national and international franchisor background specializing in the restaurant industry which acquired Friendly’s Restaurants in December 2020. JAMCO is a member of TriArtisan TGIF Partners LLC, the majority owner of TGIF Holdings LLC, which owns and operates TGI Friday’s®, the iconic American casual dining bar and restaurant chain…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Aug 2025
acquired
Investor
Jan 2025
acquired
Investor
Jan 2020
acquired
Investor
May 2014
acquired
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Rise Run Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
Rise Run Capital (“Rise Run”) is a Dallas, Texas based private equity firm which invests capital in middle market companies with the following characteristics:Trailing EBITDA of $2 to $10 millionStrong management teamProfitable operationsAttractive and defensible market positionMinimal customer and supplier concentrationsRise Run focuses on manufacturing, healthcare, consumer products, distribution and logistics, and service companies.
Most Recent Transactions
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Nov 2024
acquired
Investor
Jun 2023
acquired
Investor
Nov 2022
acquired
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Dec 2021
acquired
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Dekos Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
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.
Most Recent Transactions
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Mar 2024
acquired
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Jan 2024
acquired
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Tempus Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Tempus Partners seeks to buy and operate defensible and profitable small businesses in the consumer retail and manufacturing categories. We are committed to nurturing the long term success of our acquisitions and operating to generate consistent long-term cash flow. We are open to both growth partnerships, in which the existing team maintains some ownership and involvement going forward, or full buyouts. Our deep industry expertise in retail and manufacturing businesses allows us to take an active role and immediately pursue strong, low capital, low risk strategies to grow sales and…
Most Recent Transactions
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Jun 2025
acquired
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Mar 2024
acquired
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Castle Key Holdings LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals

    • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Castle Key Holdings is a forward-thinking acquisition firm committed to building enduring legacies through strategic investments and operational excellence. Operating as a private firm, Castle Key Holdings focuses on acquiring established businesses at attractive valuations, then reinvesting cash flows to fuel additional acquisitions and targeted organic growth. This disciplined approach to capital allocation allows the firm to steadily expand its portfolio while maintaining financial strength and resilience.The vision for Castle Key Holdings is to create a multi-company, serial acquisition…

LeftRight Capital LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals

    • This member has no reported closed transactions.

LeftRight Capital is a private investment firm committed to building resilient businesses and generating enduring value. With a systematic, strategic, and tech-enabled investment approach, LRC partners with founders and management teams to unlock transformational growth opportunities.LRC specializes in control investments in lower middle market companies across sectors such as niche manufacturing, aerospace and defense, industrial services, and vertical software. The firm targets businesses with strong fundamentals that are ready to scale, bring operational rigor, and embrace long-term value…

Pinewater Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals

    • This member has no reported closed transactions.

At Pinewater Partners, we strive to make a meaningful impact in the communities and markets we serve through strategic investments. By combining our experience and expertise, we empower businesses to grow, innovate, and thrive.With a strong foundation in private equity and investment banking, our team brings years of experience to the table. We’ve successfully valued over $8B in deal value, resulting in more than $5.3B in deal transactions. Our focus spans across real estate, infrastructure, healthcare, and consumer/business services—industries that are fundamental to driving positive…

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