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Distillers & Vintners Search Funds

832

Active Firms

16,215

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$12M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$2M

Core EBITDA Range


California 13%
Florida 12%
Texas 9%
New York 8%
New Jersey 5%

Focus: Acquiring One Business | Capital Source: Investor-Backed or Self-Funded | Operating Approach: Stewardship & Growth

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Fullerton Legacy Capital is an LLC led by Bill Ford with the objective of acquiring and operating a small, mid-size business (SMB). Bill is an experienced investor/operator with a strong, 25-year track record:Operated and grew a $250M coffee business with responsibility for all functions and mfg. plant (~75 employees)Served as interim CEO of a $70M home décor businessClosed 7 previous investment transactionsServed as board member for 3 different SMBs ($2M - $150M)Consulted and advised CEOs of 15 different SMBs as a portfolio manager and operating partner over past 10 yearsFullerton is…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Rime Healthcare MSO LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
Rime Healthcare MSO LLC is 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.

Luke Daniels

Actively Sourcing Deals
Current Role: Manager @ Deloitte Consulting; Owner of Premium CPG Company with $100K ARREducation: MBA Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth Capital: Individual buyer with access to institutional capital Focus: Consumer Retail & E-Commerce; Manufacturing; ServicesCriteria: $100k - $1.5M EBITDA; stable historical margins; defensible moats and barriers to entry

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Highland Legacy Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
Highland is an independent sponsor meets a family office. We are family men with backgrounds at McKinsey & Co, Deloitte Consulting, in family business and in academic roles.We offer a differentiated path forward for a seller and are dedicated to acquiring, managing and growing a single planform businesses for the long term. We are committed to delivering an exceptional long-term outcome for a seller, their employees and their customers. We see this as the only path forward for a successful investment.We can underwrite meaningful value for a seller who needs strong operators to step into…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Calusa Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
Calusa Capital is a long term holding company looking to acquire a business with up to 4M in EBITDA, within a 3 hour drive of Toronto. We operate ourselves, and have long time horizons. This allows us to be flexible around structure. We intend to maintain, and build upon, a sellers legacy, which includes taking care of the people who got them there.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Rockland Heritage

Actively Sourcing Deals
Rockland Heritage is an entrepreneurial investment firm focused on acquiring and operating a single high-quality business in the lower middle market. We target companies with $1–6M in EBITDA, strong recurring revenue, defensible market positions, and potential for long-term value creation through operational excellence and digital transformation.Our team combines deep experience in strategic planning, technology, and customer experience from senior roles in global companies such as Amadeus, Airbus, and Harvard-affiliated organizations. We bring hands-on leadership and a long-term…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

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Keepwell Group

Actively Sourcing Deals
Keepwell Group is dedicated to acquiring profitable businesses with a focus on long-term investments. The company emphasizes patient capital and hands-on management, aiming to foster growth and stability within its portfolio. With a strategic approach to investment, Keepwell Group seeks to acquire a single profitable business, ensuring a tailored and committed partnership.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

The Kyle Nicholson Co

Actively Sourcing Deals
Kyle Nicholson is a local, hands-on operator looking to acquire and grow a stable, differentiated business ($2 M–$20 M revenue, $500 K–$2 M EBITDA) in the Ohio Valley and Upper South, bringing a proven record of brand revitalization, data-driven operational improvements, and a deep commitment to employees, community, and long-term stewardship. Kyle began his career launching new products and business models at Procter & Gamble’s new-business incubator, where he built rural distribution networks in India and helped design the world’s lowest-cost washing machine for emerging…

Recent Transactions

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Jason Styles

Actively Sourcing Deals
My investment criteria focus on overlooked, fragmented service businesses that are essential, recurring, and operationally complex. I look for mission-critical B2B services where downtime isn’t an option—think industrial maintenance, traffic control, or specialized logistics. I’m also drawn to compliance and regulation driven niches like testing, inspection, legal support, or healthcare back-office services, where demand is sticky and recurring by necessity. Many of these businesses are low-tech and process-heavy, making them ripe for modernization through better systems, automation, or…

Recent Transactions

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Morgan Ericksen

Actively Sourcing Deals
Morgan has over 15 years of experience in the manufacturing and distribution industry with public and private companies; and a background in mechanical engineering. She has post-acquisition experience, scaling operations and revenue through sales expansion. Morgan is partnered with Novastone Capital Advisors, a Swiss firm that works with qualified investors and best-in-class entrepreneurs to acquire and grow privately held companies. NCA has closed 22 acquisitions and deployed over $400M since 2021.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Tamarack Industries

Actively Sourcing Deals
After a career focused on sales/marketing through to and including CEO roles in industries ranging from footwear to industrial distribution and most recently, 10 years in the home services space, Brian McCann is seeking a smaller $500k - $2m EBITDA acquisition in San Diego or Orange County.Brian is an experienced acquirer and integrator of businesses with 6 acquisitions under his belt prior to selling his prior company with a 9-figure PE exit (where he remains on the board today).In his current search, Brian is prioritizing location over industry. While his industry experience is broad,…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Dsquare ventures

Actively Sourcing Deals
Seasoned engineer and leader with over a decade of experience, building high-performing teams and driving organizational success for top fortune 50 companies. Now leveraging my analytical rigor, adaptability, and leadership skills to pursue entrepreneurship and business ownership with a focus on sustainable growth.Looking for manufacturing companies making >$500k SDE in US and Canada with a minimum of 10 employees.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

We help private businesses and their owners toward the end zone of a lasting legacy.You’re ready to enter a different arena, and want to pass the ball to talented professionals who will prioritize doing right by your team. We love engaging with business owners about the playbook they’ve written, the enterprise they’ve built, and learning how we can contribute to their lasting legacy.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

London Johnson

Actively Sourcing Deals
I operate two companies, a consumer products company that sells LED lights in Dallas, TX and a 100 unit multifamily property in Tennessee. I am looking to acquire another company within the next twelve months.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Noah Weiss

Actively Sourcing Deals
I'm looking for a ~$500M - $1.5M SDE business within 2-3 hours of metro Denver. I have a background as a strategy consultant where I focused on private equity commercial diligence and post-acquisition go-to-market strategy. My target business has a solid foundation with low turnover and recurring revenue but growth has stagnated. This business provides a physical service to the local Denver market, allowing me to leverage my own track record of community relationship-building and people management. I am exploring businesses across industries.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Terra Mar Search

Actively Sourcing Deals
Terra Mar Search is a committed-capital search fund focused on acquiring and operating a single lower middle market business in the Southeast United States. We partner with owners of essential-services businesses who are navigating ownership transitions and seeking a buyer who will invest in their people, honor what they've built, and drive the next chapter of growth. Backed by one of the premier micro-cap PE firms in the country, Terra Mar combines disciplined acquisition criteria with hands-on operational commitment, offering sellers a long-term partner rather than a financial transaction.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Daniel Kaiser

Actively Sourcing Deals
I am a self-funded searcher, likely using the SBA to finance the large majority of any purchase.I attended Pomona College, after which worked in finance in Menlo Park for a couple years. I then became an entrepreneur, moving to Bogota, Colombia and opening a casino. In 2015, I returned to the US and have been working at a Jewelry Importer as a Director of Operations since. It is no longer fun and am very excited about ETA.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Blue Haven Equity

Actively Sourcing Deals
Blue Haven Equity is a Boston-based sponsored search fund led by a former Navy officer and backed by experienced investors. We are focused on acquiring a marine or maritime services company with $2–8M EBITDA. Our investment criteria emphasize resilient recurring revenue, service-oriented models, and mission-critical operations in the maritime ecosystem. We bring long-term capital, operating experience, and a commitment to preserving legacy and supporting employees through the next phase of growth.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Mitchell Dudas

Actively Sourcing Deals
Private investor looking for potential deals across multiple industries. Background in professional services and manufacturing with a focus on privately held businesses. Excels at developing talent and finding new growth opportunities.

Recent Transactions

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IX Capital Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals
About UsIX Capital Partners is dedicated to acquiring a single company operating in the residential & commercial services, IT managed services, or business-to-business specialty services industries. We are a partnership of talented entrepreneurs, accomplished business executives, and experienced investors with diverse skills and expertise. We are not a private equity firm and do not employ a "buy and flip" investment strategy or manage a broad portfolio of different companies. We do not believe that we can establish a meaningful partnership by only investing passively and not getting…

Recent Transactions

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Frequently Asked Questions

How are Search Funds in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Distillers & Vintners 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.

What information is included in each Search Fund 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 Distillers & Vintners Search Funds?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Distillers & Vintners 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.

How important is Consumer Goods experience when evaluating Search Funds?

Relevant Consumer Goods 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 832 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Consumer Goods.

Do all Search Funds in this directory focus exclusively on Consumer Goods?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Distillers & Vintners Search Funds directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Consumer Goods, 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 Search Funds with experience in Consumer Goods?

When comparing Search Funds with experience in Consumer Goods, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 832 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Distillers & Vintners Search Funds?

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 Distillers & Vintners Search Funds directory, you can request information here.


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