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Distribution Independent Sponsors

1,344

Active Firms

32,902

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$15M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range


Florida 13%
Texas 12%
California 11%
New York 7%
New Jersey 4%

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

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Preserve Equity Partners

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
Operator-led buyer seeking $2–$7M EBITDA consumer products, brands, and eCommerce/DTC businesses, including toys, collectibles, and select consumer-tech adjacencies. Led by a team that bootstrapped Medelita to $20M in revenue before a September 2022 exit to a PE-backed strategic, and now working again with the same management team that helped scale the business. Three closed transactions in the last three years. Control investments, quick diligence, clear IC, and reliable closes.

Recent Transactions

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  • Oct 2025 Acquired Party Animal, Inc
  • Sep 2023 Acquired Confidential Company
  • Jun 2023 Acquired Confidential Company

Jupiter Holdings

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
Jupiter Holdings LLC is a Newport Beach, California-based private investment firm specializing in alternative investments and the pursuit of superior absolute returns. Founded in 1997 by Edmond F. St. Geme, Jupiter is backed by more than $1 billion of discretionary institutional capital and is highly opportunistic in its pursuit of extraordinary risk-adjusted returns in three primary areas: real estate, private equity, and marketable securities.

Recent Transactions

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  • Feb 2018 Acquired Juice It Up
  • Apr 2017 Acquired Mountain Mike's Pizza
  • Jan 2004 Acquired Burger King

Waypoint Acquisitions

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
Waypoint Acquisitions is an investment group focused on majority investments in family-owned and founder-led businesses. Our principals and investors are current and former operators of privately-held and long-standing family businesses. We work with existing and/or new management to build upon the long-term success and legacy of enduringly profitable businesses.Target Investment CriteriaCompany Attributes10+ years in businessOwner seeking transitionDifferentiating & defensible qualitiesFinancials$1-$5M EBITDAStrong net operating marginsConsistent, positive cash flowSector FocusNiche…

Recent Transactions

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  • Feb 2026 Acquired Confidential Company
  • Jan 2026 Acquired All American Mitigation, Inc.
  • Nov 2024 Acquired NW Boiler, Inc.

Osgood Capital

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
Private equity firm that is focused on facilitating accelerated growth while achieving sustainable competitive advantages for small and middle market companies preferably in partnership with management but can bring new resources if required. Investors primarily include owners and managers who have successfully grown businesses in past and are interested in providing their expertise when relevant to our investments . Transaction experience includes doing over 25 acquisitions with combined total transaction value well over a billions of dollars.

Recent Transactions

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  • Jul 2019 Acquired Unlioy, Inc.
  • Aug 2018 Acquired Additech, Inc.
  • Apr 2010 Acquired HOOVER

The HiGro Group

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
The HiGro Group is a private equity investment firm that specializes in strategic majority control buyouts in the lower middle market. Founded in 2016, the firm focuses on business and tech-enabled services and software companies. With headquarters in New York City and Silicon Valley, HiGro Group leverages over two decades of experience in investment banking, operations, management, and private investment. The firm targets investments ranging from $1 million to $300 million, employing a disciplined and analytical approach to its investment strategy.

Recent Transactions

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  • Apr 2026 Acquired PLC (Professional Linen Company)
  • Feb 2026 Acquired Scanoptics
  • Jan 2026 Acquired Foveonics Document Solutions

The January 23rd Company

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
The January 23rd Company acquires great companies to operate them for the long-run. We also consult owners who want to sell more and operate more efficiently. We are focused on acquiring on technology, B2B services, and tech-enabled businesses. We partner with leading executives, family offices, and investment firms as limited partners on case-by-case investments, based on who is best-suited from an experience and commitment standpoint.

Recent Transactions

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  • Apr 2019 Acquired Jacobs Marketing Group
  • Apr 2019 Acquired Dealer121
  • Apr 2019 Acquired Jacobs Marketing Group

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Madison Lake Capital LLC

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
Madison Lake Capital focuses on lower middle market companies that have a great history of stable cash flow generation. Based in Wisconsin, we are focused on unlocking value and attain growth organically by working with management teams to implement tailored best in class technology solutions and process systems irrespective of the sector. We prioritize and respect a company’s culture and take extra care in maintaining that through our transformation initiatives. We offer management teams interested in buying out business from the current owners capital and transaction support. Our…

Recent Transactions

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  • Jan 2025 Acquired Milwaukee Cylinder
  • Aug 2024 Acquired Gilman Precision
  • Aug 2023 Acquired Scotts Industrial Coatings

ParkSouth Ventures

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
ParkSouth Ventures is a growth-oriented private investment firm focused on investing in and partnering with founder and entrepreneur-owned businesses in the United States. We seek to invest alongside experienced and highly capable management teams, invest in both organic and acquisition-led growth initiatives and build great businesses that thrive well beyond our investment horizon. We are "hands-on" investors focused on creating long-term value. As such, we only invest in a limited number of businesses at any one time so that we can provide the resources, strategic support and focus…

Recent Transactions

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  • Aug 2025 Acquired Infinite Global
  • Aug 2022 Acquired Bear Group
  • Jan 2020 Acquired The Purple Guys

Tenaz Capital Co.

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
Our strategy is to build a portfolio of leading businesses using a long-term buy and build approach. We provide our portfolio companies with professional management expertise, financial resources, and high potential human capital to accelerate their growth

Recent Transactions

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  • Aug 2023 Acquired Sunrise
  • Aug 2023 Acquired TrackedLifts
  • Aug 2023 Acquired Access transportation

Chisel Industries

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
Chisel Industries is a company specializing in acquiring or partnering with and scaling home services and home construction businesses. The company typically partners with home services businesses in the $1M–$8M EBITDA range. Chisel Industries raised a $40M Series A led by Khosla Ventures, closes deals in less than 60 days, and rarely uses debt at acquisition.

Recent Transactions

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  • Jun 2026 Acquired A&F Electric
  • Jan 2026 Acquired Paradise Pools
  • Jan 2026 Acquired Vine Homes

Concorde Equity Partners LLC

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
Concorde Equity Partners is a fundless sponsor that helps entrepreneurs source and acquire small businesses. We search for businesses that meet our Entrepreneur in Residences' criteria, conduct initial diligence and negotiations, and manage the close process including securing financing.

Recent Transactions

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  • Dec 2024 Assisted Concorde Equity Partners LLC in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
  • Nov 2024 Advised Concorde Equity Partners LLC on an investment from Confidential Company
  • Sep 2024 Advised Concorde Equity Partners LLC on an investment from Confidential Company

iGOTHAM

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
iGOTHAM is a holding company that built equity stakes in small and medium sized private companies with over $100M in annual sales. The firm operates through partnerships with private equity firms, family offices, and independent sponsors to identify and invest in proprietary deals. iGOTHAM is committed to driving strategic growth and expansion by uncovering lucrative acquisition opportunities and providing valuable insights to its portfolio companies. The firm is led by industry veterans with backgrounds from prestigious institutions such as NYU, Microsoft, and The Riverside Company, ensuring…

Recent Transactions

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  • Jun 2022 Acquired Confidential Company
  • Sep 2016 Acquired Confidential Company
  • Sep 2012 Invested in Confidential Company

Altaline Capital

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
Altaline Capital Management is a specialist private equity firm dedicated to transforming businesses within the technology, business services, and financial services sectors. With a focus on growth and transformation, Altaline targets middle market businesses, typically investing between $10 million and $50 million. The firm is committed to driving innovation and operational excellence in its portfolio companies, leveraging its expertise to foster significant value creation. Altaline's strategic approach is centered on partnering with management teams to enhance business performance and…

Recent Transactions

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  • Jan 2026 Acquired Brazos Safety Systems
  • Jan 2026 Acquired The CAM Collective
  • Jan 2026 Acquired Saratoga Compliance Solutions

NB Group

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
We invest $10 to 50 million in family or founder owned companies in the US or Canada with $3 to 15 million of EBITDA and attractive growth opportunities. Our preference is for majority ownership (51%+) or a significant minority stake, but we are highly flexible and will collaborate with a business owner to structure a win-win transaction. Unlike a traditional private equity firm that might have dozens of investments, we only focus on a handful of investments at a given time, which allows us to spend more time with our portfolio companies. While we typically plan…

Recent Transactions

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  • Aug 2022 Acquired OnePeak Medical
  • Mar 2020 Acquired Retail Services Rollup
  • Apr 2018 Invested in CR Fitness

CP Energy Holdings

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
CPEH is an investment company focused on the energy, power, and industrial sectors. It aims to drive decarbonization and modernization, investing in businesses that enhance reliability and resiliency. The firm is dedicated to supporting leading companies within these industries, contributing to the advancement of sustainable and modern energy solutions. CPEH's strategic investments are designed to foster growth and innovation, ensuring that the businesses they partner with are well-positioned to meet the challenges of the future energy landscape.

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  • Oct 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
  • Aug 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
  • Apr 2025 Acquired Confidential Company

Pacific Fin Capital

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
Pacific Fin Capital specializes in operating small-to-medium size food and beverage manufacturing businesses.We leverage our operating and investing experience to give business owners, liquidity and alternative options, based on your needs and goals. Our entrepreneurial approach ensures a long-term vision of growth for your business, customers, and employees.Our flexibility allows us to move fast to find a solution that benefits everyone involved.We specialize in partnering with food and beverage manufacturing companies that have between $5 and $50 million in annual revenue and between $1 and…

Recent Transactions

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  • Apr 2025 Acquired Gold Coast Baking
  • Feb 2022 Acquired Tropical Bottling
  • Jun 2021 Acquired Pack Labs

Liftout Capital

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
Liftout Capital is a Denver-based investment holding company dedicated to investing in lower middle market founder owned businesses. We make control investments in business and industrial service companies with $4-15 million of EBITDA. Liftout Capital brings decades of experience and resources, flexible investment hold periods, and deep industry expertise to help companies accelerate their growth.

Recent Transactions

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  • Apr 2025 Acquired AG&E
  • Jul 2024 Acquired Pay4Leads
  • Aug 2023 Acquired Franchise Creator

1819 Partners

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
1819 Partners (“1819”) is a private investment firm based out of Memphis, TN formed to provide direct, private investment opportunities for high-net worth family investors. The firm looks to invest in lower-middle-market private companies with enduring industry tailwinds and partner with strong management teams. Compared to traditional private equity, we aim to provide "patient" capital, which allows for decisions to be made that are best for the long-term success of the business, not just short-term returns. We are looking for business owners who are looking for a financial "partner"…

Recent Transactions

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  • Aug 2023 Acquired Highway Signing
  • Mar 2023 Acquired Ecoserv
  • Jul 2022 Acquired Crockett Partners Equipment Company

M.D Wolfe & Co

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
We work with founders of established, profitable businesses who see opportunity for the next phase of growth or a thoughtful transition.Our role is to support continuity, strengthen cash flow, and provide the capital and operating structure needed to scale responsibly over time.We partner with owners who value long-term outcomes — whether that involves expansion, succession planning, or preparing the business for a future exit.

Recent Transactions

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  • Nov 2023 Acquired Confidential Company
  • Jul 2021 Acquired Confidential Company
  • Apr 2020 Acquired Confidential Company

Hyperion Capital Partners

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
Hyperion Capital Partners is a private investment firm that establishes and utilizes partnerships with management to produce substantial long-term value. We partner with management teams to invest in companies reaching an inflection point—a period during which we can provide capital and strategic guidance to accelerate profitability and growth. We invest with a conservative capital structure and are not reliant on excessive leverage to generate superior returns for our investors. Further, we are flexible in our investment approach and will always explore creative, tailored methods through…

Recent Transactions

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  • Nov 2022 Acquired Algus Packaging
  • Oct 2022 Acquired A Plus Tree
  • Apr 2021 Acquired Kabinart

Frequently Asked Questions

How are Independent Sponsors in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Distribution 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 Distribution Independent Sponsors?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Distribution Independent Sponsors is $3M-$15M, with a core EBITDA range of $500K-$3M. 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 Distribution experience when evaluating Independent Sponsors?

Relevant Distribution 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 1,344 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Distribution.

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

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Distribution Independent Sponsors directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Distribution, 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 Distribution?

When comparing Independent Sponsors with experience in Distribution, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 1,344 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Distribution 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 Distribution Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.


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