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Lumbridge Labs LLC

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Lumbridge Labs is a software development company dedicated to bridging the gap between theoretical potential and practical deployment. Specializing in scalable AI workflows and business tools, they focus on delivering software solutions that align with business needs. Their expertise lies in transforming complex theoretical concepts into real-world applications, ensuring that businesses can leverage AI and internal tools effectively. With a commitment to innovation and scalability, Lumbridge Labs serves as a pivotal partner for companies looking to enhance their operational capabilities…

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Southeastern Capital Partners

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Southeastern Capital Partners is a fund-less sponsor focused on acquiring and operating established businesses in the lower middle market, with a specific focus on opportunities with under $1.5MM in EBITDA. Geographic focus is Dallas and Denver metroplexes. The operator is committed to the success of each acquisition and will fund most of the equity. This hands-on approach allows deep investment in the operational improvement and long-term growth of the acquired businesses.This strategy offers a unique combination for sellers. It allows a smooth transition while ensuring a dedicated partner…

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Tico Capital Partners

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Tico Capital Partners is a private equity firm based in Atlanta, Georgia that partners with lower middle-market companies throughout the U.S. We offer flexible capital solutions and work with businesses across a variety of sectors, including automotive, specialty manufacturing, value-added distribution, software, and business services. The team at Tico Capital has a wealth of experience, having completed or advised on over 200 transactions and deployed over $250 million of capital across previous investments. With a hands-on approach and a strong network of industry experts, we help our…

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Lercara Capital

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Tyler Di Carlo is an ETA operator and founder of Lercara Capital, pursuing his first control acquisition in essential service businesses across Florida. He brings 10+ years of experience leading sales organizations and mid-management teams, and grew up around founders and operators running businesses at the scale he targets — giving him firsthand exposure to the operational, cultural, and financial dynamics of owner-operated service companies.Tyler is targeting HVAC, plumbing, and landscaping businesses with $3–15MM in revenue and $500K–$3MM in normalized EBITDA, with a strong…

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Maple Ridge Capital

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Maple Ridge Capital is an independent sponsor led by experienced finance professionals with deep backgrounds in M&A, private equity, and operating roles. We focus on majority investments in tech-enabled and business services companies with $2–10 million of EBITDA. We work closely with incumbent leadership teams and bring a hands-on, collaborative approach—supported by a network of trusted operating advisors who’ve built and scaled businesses across our target sectors. Our flexible capital, strategic guidance, and operating support are tailored to help founders achieve long-term…

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Waxman Venture Partners

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Welcome to the world of Waxman Ventures, where we redefine private equity and long term ownership. Our family has a history of acquiring vertically agnostic businesses and scaling them to international scale. Whether you’re a family-owned company or a solo operator – we have partnered and grown companies leveraging our unique experience building our own companies. We are not private equity; we are a family-run operating company that has scaled multiple companies to nine figures of revenue. We take an unconventional and contrarian approach to acquiring and building. Our companies run…

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Sundara Partners

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Sundara Partners is a private investment firm that focuses on special situations and distress. We acquire going concern businesses with $10-100 million in revenue, either via direct acquisition or the purchase of troubled credits. We tactfully improve the profitability, competitiveness, and strategic vision of our portfolio companies, rather than relying solely on financial leverage.

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Kiki Falcon

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Kiki Falcon is an independent sponsor acquiring a US B2B blue-collar services platforms.What we're looking for:EBITDA: $3–5M platform; $1–3M considered for add-onsSector: essential B2B services with recurring, re-occurring, or mandated revenue, serving commercial, industrial, institutional, and municipal/government customers. Examples include water treatment and compliance services, environmental and route-based services (specialty waste, septic, liquid waste), and critical facility and equipment services — but we review any B2B services business that fits the revenue profile.Situation:…

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Oak Rock Capital

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Oak Rock Capital is a private investment firm which invests in middle market companies. Oak Rock Capital invests in North American companies and partners with talented management teams. We partner with management teams to build sustainable value in businesses in the long-term.

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Emerald Water Capital

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I am Naishadh Sambrani, General Partner at Emerald Water Capital. We are a New York-based entrepreneurial private equity investor focused on founder-owned B2B service businesses built on parts and skilled labor, typically with $15m to $50m of revenue and $3m+ of EBITDA. I was previously an investor at Orion Group / Alpine Investors’ services-focused PE platform, where I helped evaluate, invest in, and grow 40+ lower middle-market B2B service investments.We bring operating experience and a flexible partnership approach. Our structures are tailored to the business and owner’s goals,…

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Bear Creek Partners

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Bear Creek Partners is a private investment firm focused on buying founder and family-owned lower middle market businesses where we can partner with exception teams to achieve sustainable long-term results. Rob Clark (founder) spent the most recent portion of his career at Genstar Capital in San Francisco, leading new investments in services, software and industrials and managing an extensive cross-sector portfolio. During his tenure, Rob completed 12 platform investments and 100+ add-on acquisitions representing $10 billion of transaction value and over $3.5 billion of total equity.Our…

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Sulis Investment Capital

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Sulis is focused on building a portfolio based around the acquisition of majority stakes in a small number of founder led businesses that can grow through a partnership between Sulis and management. We leverage our contacts and expertise to give founders the tools to take their company to the next level.

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Brooks Growth

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Brooks is an investment and growth partner for founder-led businessesCategory of partner referred to as an ‘independent sponsor’ with the aim to build a family of up to four businesses Based in Salt Lake City, Utah area and dedicated to partnering with founder-led small businesses, across the United States Unique combination of deep investor and operator experience​ Long-term partnership approach that prioritizes culture, growth, and sustainable success

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Eternity Group

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Nirav Doshi is an experienced operator and investor with a background across commercial real estate, global manufacturing, and multi-unit retail businesses.Through Eternity Group, Nirav has been actively involved in the acquisition, ownership, and operation of commercial real estate assets, including office buildings and multifamily properties. Experience includes deal sourcing, underwriting, financing, and asset management with a focus on long-term value creation and operational efficiency.Nirav is also a key leader at Jewelex Group, a nine-figure global diamond and jewelry company.…

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QB Ventures

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QB Ventures is an operator-led acquisition platform founded by Quinn Caputo and Bennett Kramer. We are building our second roll-up platform following the successful exit of our first, a pet services platform acquired by a private equity buyer.Our current mandate is focused on essential industrial and B2B services businesses in South Florida and the broader Southeast/Sunbelt. We target businesses with $500K–$1M of EBITDA, 3–5x entry multiples, and moats rooted in physical assets, route density, or deep customer relationships.

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Oleta Capital

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Oleta Capital is a specialized private equity firm focused exclusively on the Health & Wellness Consumer Goods industry, targeting companies with revenues of $5-50 million and EBITDA of $1-10 million. With over 40 years of proven experience in the Health & Wellness sector and more than 10 years of private equity investing expertise, we bring a uniquely hands-on approach to driving operational efficiency, organizational development, and revenue optimization.Our investment focus encompasses Vitamins, Minerals, and Supplements (VMS), Functional Foods and Beverages, Personal Care and…

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MTM

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I am a private principal investor and seasoned professional seeking to acquire and personally lead a single, high-quality business in the retail and consumer durables area. With a professional background spanning over 4 years in Consumer and banking industry, I have developed a deep expertise in driving efficiency, building high-performing teams, and maintaining long-term client relationships.Unlike institutional investment firms, I am not looking to "roll up" multiple companies. My goal is to step into the owner-operator role, dedicated to preserving the legacy the founder has…

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Aldo Farah Orozco

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Our firm specializes in a modern alternative to traditional private equity, specifically designed for the post-search fund ecosystem. By targeting high-performing, search-acquired companies approaching an exit, we act as a strategic third-party partner to lead or participate in recapitalizations. Our model bridges the gap between immediate liquidity needs and long-term value creation by providing an exit for legacy LPs while allowing CEOs to retain operational control under restructured, growth-oriented incentives. We are built for the compounding visionary, offering a collaborative vehicle…

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Cetera Capital

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We are an operationally-focused holding company acquiring profitable, established businesses across multiple industries. Our team brings 50+ years of combined experience in business operations, financial management, and organic growth initiatives. We acquire companies with $2M-$10M EBITDA, maintain existing management teams, and focus on operational improvements and strategic add-on acquisitions. Our portfolio companies have achieved average revenue growth of 15-20% post-acquisition while improving profitability through systems optimization and market expansion.

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Astraeus Ventures

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Throughline Holdings is a lower middle market private equity firm headquartered in San Diego, California. We focus on business services, manufacturing, and distributors generating between $500K and $1.5M in EBITDA/SDE.

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