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Top Department Stores Independent Sponsors

Explore 117 Department Stores Independent Sponsors that source acquisition and investment opportunities on Axial’s M&A platform.

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Department Stores Independent Sponsors

117

Active Firms

2,557

TTM Deal Inquiries

$4M-$20M

Core Revenue Range

$1M-$4M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 16%
California 12%
Texas 9%
New York 9%
Massachusetts 4%

Key Attributes

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

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Vel Consulting LLC

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Wayne Veldsman is the President & Co-founder of Vel.Consulting. We are partnered with Asset Automation to actively purchase and renovate digital businesses.Wayne has been in the online business world since 2016 and has launched and grown multiple businesses over the last 7 years.After starting his first business in 2014, Wayne successfully launched and scaled a digital marketing agency to a 7-figure valuation before deciding to exit in 2019, to pursue other ventures.Wayne actively works with entrepreneurs and businesses who are looking to take massive action and create drastic changes in…

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Socium Capital

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Socium Capital is a Toronto-based private investment firm built on the foundation of partnership, integrity and trust.We’re focused on investing into exceptional private businesses across North America. We use our capital, operational expertise and extensive networks to accelerate growth and drive value over the long-term.We are committed to the continued success of the business, culture, well-being of employees and safeguarding the legacy that has been crafted over the years.We acquire businesses with an EBITDA of $1 - $10 million.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

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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Cameron Partners LLC

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This is a fundless sponsor / independent sponsor. We are targeting profitable businesses that could form the platform business of a bolt on accretive acquisition strategy. We are a newly formed entity. I have experience delivering LOIs and have relationships with the investment banking and financing community, in addition to legal counsel relationships that could paper a transaction. We have colleagues and personal relationships that have deep experience in private equity and search funds. My partner has worked in the consumer space in e-commerce retail, as well as in large, global…

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Oceans Equity, LLC

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Josh leads the Oceans Equity investment committee and oversees operations at the firm. Collaborating with key stakeholders, executives, and board members, Josh formulates growth strategies and objectives for each investment.With nearly 20 years of investing and M&A advisory experience, Josh has developed the ability to foresee challenges that small businesses face as they progress along their growth trajectory. He leverages his expertise to optimize capital structures, allocate resources, recruit executives, and establish efficient organizational infrastructures. Josh also possesses a core…

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Brown Street Capital

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Brown Street Capital is a private investment firm focused on lower middle-market opportunities in the U.S. We partner with exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

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ThirdEye Capital, LLC

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ThirdEye Capital was formed as an investment and advisory vehicle to operating real estate projects and middle market companies located within the United States. The entire team is comprised of seasoned private equity professionals, investment bankers, and hedge fund investors globally. As a private family office, we look to invest our own capital in partnership with various family offices globally with whom we have strong relationships. Our goal is to find companies before institutional capital is interested and take an active role to help them streamline operations and grow to a point where…

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David Lin

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Novastone Capital Advisors (NCA) is a Swiss company, founded by a consortium of Single Family Offices, that runs an Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition program.Our ETA program is a highly specialized process that connects investors with talented entrepreneurs who are looking to locate, acquire, manage, and grow a privately held company.We focus on mutual benefit, profit, and growth for all of our stakeholders.Our program carefully selects talented individuals who are capable of operating andgrowing a company through a proprietary Talent Identification and Selection Process. We also partner…

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Masswell Holdings

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Previously been self funded on acquisition, looking to acquire larger deals $500k - $5M EBITDA on an independent sponsor basis. Also work as an intermediary for various deals as well (Separate venture from Masswell Holdings.)

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Armstead Holdings

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We Acquire Income Producing Profitable Businesses.Please pursue this deal through Axial in order to most efficiently notify me that you are interested in this opportunity. I will then follow up with you directly to proceed with next steps. Thanks in advance and I look forward to hearing from you.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

PCH

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PCH 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.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Afamia, Inc.

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Afamia Financial is an operationally-focused private investment firm that sponsors buyouts of small and middle-market companies in the engineering, food & beverage, gaming & hospitality, manufacturing, and transportation & logistics industries.We specialize in highly complex situations and founder-owned/operated businesses, to which we provide creative structuring and customized capital solutions.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Fox Creek Capital

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Fox Creek is a family office focused on investing in small businesses.We provide custom made solutions for complex transaction dynamics by determining the seller’s objectives, offering creative transaction structures to help bridge valuation gaps and prioritizing employee continuity and wellbeing, amongst other seller priorities.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

4th Street Capital

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4th Street Capital (“4SC”) was created to fill a gap in the market – it is difficult to find competent and patient transition capital for founders looking to retire. Together, we want to help others transition their life’s work in a sustainable way, to a skilled team that will work alongside existing staff to carry on the legacy that’s been created. 4SC is looking for lower middle-market companies that have founder(s) that are planning for retirement. Because owner-managed businesses cannot be transitioned overnight, 4SC is looking to invest and work alongside the founder(s) to…

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Resurgent Capital Partners

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Resurgent's team combines investment and operations experience across the full life cycle of a company: start-up, growth and mature companies. We back talented teams to fuel growth or provide succession planning for those who wish to step back and enjoy their success.We believe our team's experience as investors and operators give us a unique perspective.

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CUBIC INC

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CUBIC is a dynamic, boutique private fund that focuses on unlocking the potential within the technology, healthcare, commercial realestates, and consumer retail sectors. Our mission is to drive transformative growth and value creation through strategic investments in innovative and forward-thinking companies within these vital industries. With a commitment to excellence and a deep understanding of market dynamics, CUBIC is positioned to capitalize on the evolving trends and opportunities that define these sectors​CUBIC brings more than just capital to the table. We leverage our deep…

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Reimagined Capital Management

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Reimagined Capital Management 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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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Harsh Patel

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Buyer Profile: Acquisition Target: Looking to acquire a company with SDE $400K - $800K operated remotely or in Southern California or Raleigh/Durham Value Proposition: Results-driven Solutions Leader for operational automation, productivity, and efficiency. Adept at implementing secure, scalable, sustainable initiatives that enrich the business’s resilience. Strong analytically and functionally with a sense of urgency and bias for action. The ideal business is ready for accelerated process automation to elevate results and build upon the owner’s success and legacy.

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Saturn Five Capital

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Saturn Five Capital acquires good businesses and focuses on these areas to make them great:Brand and Reputation EnhancementCreating World Class Customer ExperiencesModern Digital Marketing and SEOCreating efficient, documented, streamlined processes and proceduresAlliances and Partnerships to expand market reachEffective sales process that drives resultsPrograms to engage and enhance employee performance and retention

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Elevate Partners Capital

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We are an independent sponsor private equity firm focused on acquiring, investing, enhancing, growing and empowering ordinary businesses to achieve extraordinary outcomes.To Redefine Wealth in EPC Portfolio Companies where each stakeholder involved in our organization feels like a partner for an extraordinary outcome.We are a people-centric private equity firm in North America focused on acquiring and growing commercial and industrial lower-mid-market businesses. As a PEOPLE-centric organization, we take responsibility and hold ourselves accountable to elevate all our stakeholders with…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are Independent Sponsors in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Department Stores 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.

What information is included in each Independent Sponsor 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 Department Stores Independent Sponsors?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Department Stores Independent Sponsors is $4M-$20M, 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.

How important is Retail experience when evaluating Independent Sponsors?

Relevant Retail 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 117 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Retail.

Do all Independent Sponsors in this directory focus exclusively on Retail?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Department Stores Independent Sponsors directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Retail, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

How do I compare Independent Sponsors with experience in Retail?

When comparing Independent Sponsors with experience in Retail, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 117 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Department Stores Independent Sponsors?

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 Department Stores Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.

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