Top Delaware Independent Sponsors with Recent Private M&A Activity

Active Firms

450

TTM Deal Inquiries

$5M-$17M

Core Revenue Range

$1M-$4M

Core EBITDA Range

Top Sectors by Activity

Industrials 24%

Technology 22%

Business Services 14%

Healthcare 12%

Consumer Goods 10%

Key Attributes

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

DIO Capital Partners

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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We are a private equity-backed buyer actively acquiring niche industrial businesses across three focus areas. We move quickly, are comfortable with proprietary and brokered processes, and have operating partners with hands-on experience in each vertical.Seals & Gaskets (New Platform) Seeking US-based manufacturers and value-add distributors of seals, gaskets, O-rings, elastomeric components, and engineered sealing systems. Target EBITDA: $2–12M (sweet spot $2–6M). Priority end markets: data centers/liquid cooling, semiconductor, aerospace & defense, EV/industrial. Looking for…

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Jul 2025 Acquired ProWireUSA

NoorQuest Capital

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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NoorQuest Capital is a values-driven PE firm that is focused on acquiring and growing small businesses in Texas, Illinois and Louisiana. We partner with small business owners looking to see their business continue to grow while preserving their legacy, ensuring a smooth transition, and doing right by their employees, customers and investors.Our two founders have decades of combined operational and consulting experience. We started out as engineers, and over time expanded our experience across multiple industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, energy, technology, and finance. Others on…

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Mar 2025 Acquired Confidential Company

callowhill

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Fundless sponsor in active search for one of two specific targets:Financial Profile: Up to $2M in EBITDA Sectors (Seem random and unrelated but are based on experience & non-obvious "right to play")Digital Services Firms with a preference for SEO & Digital Marketing.Fine Art Handling & Art Logistics

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workpolar

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Holdco focused on building targeted roll-up platforms in the Lower-Middle Market. Previously secured financing for ~$250m of Independent Sponsor M&A bids - Across Senior Debt, Mezz, Alternative, and Sale-Leaseback financing.

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Inspire Partners

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Inspire Partners partners with exceptional business owners to help grow and strengthen the companies they have spent years building. We believe the best businesses are built alongside great operators, not around them, which is why we work collaboratively with management teams and align incentives around long term success.Our approach is simple: preserve what makes a business special, provide the strategic and operational support needed to scale, and create lasting value together. Whether through growth initiatives, operational improvements, acquisitions, or expansion into new markets, we aim…

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Alder Bridge Partners, LLC

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Alder Bridge Partners is a Delaware-based private investment firm making long-term investments in high quality small businesses. We believe small business investing requires a different approach than traditional private equity. Our objective is to help successful small businesses achieve greater scale and profitability, and to provide investors with access to attractive returns in an under-served market.We look for long standing companies with defensible value propositions. Our approach is to partner with strong management teams to help businesses continue their success, enhance…

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Field Ventures

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Field Ventures is a private equity firm specializing in the acquisition and consolidation of essential service businesses. With a focus on sectors such as pest control, electrical, plumbing, and trades, Field Ventures aims to streamline and enhance the operations of these businesses. By consolidating these essential services, the firm seeks to create more efficient and effective service providers, ultimately benefiting both the businesses and their customers. Field Ventures' strategic approach to investment and consolidation positions it as a key player in the essential services market.

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MSR Partners LLC

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MSR Partners is an independent sponsor partnership melding investment banking's financial acumen with venture capital's innovation and insight. Our expertise ensures stability and risk management, alongside a forward-looking lens for diverse investment opportunities and navigating strategic initiatives. MSR stakeholders and business partners benefit from a well-rounded strategy, combining financial prudence with growth potential.

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Okome Holdings LLC

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Okome Holdings is an investment firm that is looking to partner with shareholders and management teams of high-quality financial and business services companies.

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Inner Belief

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As CFO of Wellness Holdings, I'm scouting for businesses that fit our new fertility clinic rollup fund's acquisition strategy, backed by world-renowned therapist Marisa Peer and serial entrepreneur John Davy.

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Great Orion LLC

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Great Orion LLC is a Delaware-based company that focuses on consolidating Small and Mid Cap companies in the cybersecurity, technology, and automation segments. Through mergers and acquisitions, the company aims to achieve rapid growth and create synergies among multiple companies. Great Orion boasts a team of highly experienced professionals specializing in various areas such as mergers, acquisitions, operations, process improvements, and exit strategies. With their expertise and strategic approach, Great Orion seeks to drive success and profitability within the sectors they operate.

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DMD Capital Group

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DMD Capital Group is a private equity firm that specializes in investing in healthcare services, MedTech, diagnostics, and digital health & IT companies. They partner with founder-owned, lower-middle-market healthcare companies, focusing on growth-oriented investments. Their investment strategy emphasizes value creation through operational improvements and market expansion, targeting mid-market opportunities for strategic acquisitions. With a portfolio of 10 companies and approximately 50 employees, DMD Capital Group is positioned as a key player in the healthcare investment sector, driving…

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Imperium Capital Holdings LLC

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Imperium Capital Holdings LLC is a privately backed investment and holding company focused on acquiring and growing high-performing businesses in the insurance space.With capital support from family offices and private investors, we provide long-term, flexible partnerships designed to preserve the legacy of agency founders while accelerating growth through operational excellence, technology, and scale.We focus primarily on niche commercial lines and specialty insurance, where deep expertise and strong distribution relationships matter most.🔹 What We Offer-Patient, strategic…

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KenKay Capital

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KenKay Capital was formed to build upon the varied investment and operating experiences of its partners. Our purposeful approach to investing is for a 3-5 year period of time. The focus is on creating enduring, regional market-leading businesses.

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UranX

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UranX Group is a U.S.-based investment firm specializing in the acquisition and scaling of technology and tech-enabled service companies. The firm partners with founder-led businesses to drive strategic growth and global expansion. By focusing on profitable, high-potential technology companies across diverse industries, UranX Group aims to empower these businesses through strategic investments and operational support. Their investment strategy is centered on technology-driven growth, making them a key player in the tech investment landscape.

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Legacy Point Capital, LLC.

21 Total Closed Deals

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Legacy Point Capital is a middle-market investment banking and advisory firm focused on providing Transactional Financial Engineering Services.Through our Strategic Partners, we utilize Debt, Equity, Wealth Accumulation and Structured Finance Strategies for our clientele.Legacy Point structures alternative financing in investing and lending markets. Our team of seasoned veterans and affinity relationships has completed over one billion dollars of financing and capital raises.

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Jan 2013 Advised MBLX, Inc in its sale to Livingston International
Jun 2012 Advised Valley Services, Inc. in its sale to Trusthouse Services Group
May 2012 Advised M.G. Maher & Company, Inc. and MCLX, Inc. in its sale to Livingston International
May 2008 Advised Intermarine on an investment from New Mountain Capital, L.L.C.

Dark Alpha Capital LLC

3 Total Closed Deals

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At Dark Alpha, our investment strategy revolves around acquiring and enhancing cash-generating companies within select sectors. As a nascent entity, we prioritize industries with significant growth potential including manufacturing, business services, health care, aerospace & defense, and industrial services.Thesis-Driven Investment StrategyOur in-house industry advisors identify industries poised for disruptive growth by studying macroeconomic factors, technological advancements, and regulatory changes. The selected thesis is further substantiated by examining industry reports,…

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May 2021 Acquired Confidential Company
Nov 2020 Acquired Confidential Company
May 2020 Acquired Blackbox Systems and Technologies LLC

Trades Mosaic LLC

1 Total Closed Deal

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We are a privately-held company that acquires, operates and scales home services companies, including plumbing, HVAC and electrical services. We empower our local teams to foster a culture of growth, pride and innovation in service and craftsmanship

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Feb 2024 Acquired Confidential Company

Abrega, Inc

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Abrega Inc is Boris Berenberg's holding company. Boris previously built Atlas Authority before exiting to a PE backed roll up. Abrega will acquire VC backed B2B SaaS companies with $1-3M in ARR where founders are ready to give up, replace the team, and operate the companies as a keiretsu of small, profitable businesses.

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Gateway X

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Gateway X is a venture studio and holding company founded by serial entrepreneur Jesse Pujji, based in Saint Louis, MO. The company specializes in conceiving, bootstrapping, and scaling innovative ventures at the forefront of digital marketing. Gateway X focuses on both direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands and business-to-business (B2B) enterprises that serve marketers globally. With a team of experienced operators, the company leverages its expertise in growth marketing and customer acquisition to collaborate with promising co-founders. Gateway X is known for its strategic approach to digital…

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Firms in the Delaware 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 Delaware Independent Sponsors is $5M-$17M, with a core EBITDA range of $1M-$4M. 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.

Location can be an important consideration, but it does not necessarily define where a firm is active. Firms based in Delaware 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.

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

When comparing Independent Sponsors in Delaware, consider factors such as sector focus, size range, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 35 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 Delaware Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.

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