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Distribution Search Funds

1,493

Active Firms

24,544

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$12M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$2M

Core EBITDA Range


Florida 13%
California 13%
Texas 10%
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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Howard Osaitile is a healthcare technology consultant with over 10 years experiences managing projects in managed care and acute settings.Howard has work at several fortune 500 company’s within healthcare at the project management level overseeing million dollar projects.Howard is a native of Nashville as he currently reside in the Greater Nashville area.Howard has a MBA from Louisiana State University, a PMP license and currently a certified John Maxwell speaker, trainer, coach and certified Behavioral Analyst Trainer (DISC) Certified.Howard’s passions are spending time with his family,…

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Smith Texas Enterprise Ventures LLC 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.Our firm’s founder has been an Austin resident for over 25 years. He spent most of that time as the President and CEO of an investment advisory and wealth management firm. Throughout his career he has developed a depth of experience in all types of investments. He has experience in deal structure, and…

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BLLT Ventures

Actively Sourcing Deals
I am seeking to acquire and operate a profitable, established small to lower-middle-market business as a long-term owner. My focus is on a single platform investment where I can be actively involved in leadership and operations. I am drawn to businesses with durable demand, defensible local or regional market positions, and meaningful operational complexity. Sectors of interest include industrial and field services, construction and construction-adjacent businesses, transportation and logistics, and specialty manufacturing. I value thoughtful transaction structures, including seller…

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Patrick Manning

Actively Sourcing Deals
Former Marine Corps officer and private equity investor seeking a great business to buy. Targeting profitable services companies in California. Happy to discuss further details if interested..........

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TMG&CO

Actively Sourcing Deals
Previous owner/operator with successful exit in the heavy equipment space. Looking for next venture. Preferably a distributorship business.Open geographically. Preferably southern US if equipment business. ~$10 to ~$50+ million in revenue.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Additive Search Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals
I'm a Navy Civil Engineer Corps Officer and UCLA Anderson MBA candidate launching Additive Search Partners, a self-funded search targeting owner-operated businesses in construction services, manufacturing, and property management. I'm focused on Southern California and Wisconsin, following my military transition this spring.My background includes managing multi-million dollar construction operations at Camp Pendleton, leading infrastructure projects overseas, and prior experience with a large Midwest general contractor. I'm targeting businesses in the $4–10M enterprise value range and am…

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Kenosha Capital, LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
Kenosha Capital, LLC is a private investment firm focused on acquiring a small to medium sized businesses. We partner with exceptional companies poised for their next stage of growth. Post acquisition, we work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders and partner with employees to build the company together.

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Hillside Succession

Actively Sourcing Deals
Hillside Succession is a privately held entrepreneurial-focused investment firm looking to acquire businesses requiring a successful exit and a stable succession for existing owners. Our firm has partnered with long-term focused, experienced investors. Hillside’s founder and entrepreneur, Mark Jarvie, will take an active role in leadership post-close.Mark is a seasoned operator and executive with two decades of hands-on, entrepreneurial and start-up experience. He is a strategic, innovative leader with a proven track record of growing and scaling high-growth businesses.

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La Colina Equity is looking for one company to buy and operate for the long term. Everything we do is anchored in aligned incentives and fair dealing. We are looking for an owner who wants to collaborate.Your business will not be part of a portfolio. We are not a private equity fund. We are not a venture capital fund. We are backed by experienced advisors and former operators. 

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

3462 Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
Financial sponsor focused on acquiring specialty distribution, industrial services and specialty contracting businesses in Western Canada between $1-10mm in EBITDA.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Zander Biro

Actively Sourcing Deals
I'm an entrepreneurially-driven operator pursuing my first business acquisition with the intent to own and run it full-time. My background spans enterprise sales at Dell Technologies, Boston Scientific, and Inari Medical — giving me deep fluency in B2B relationships, complex deal cycles, and working directly with business owners and C-suite decision-makers across industries.I co-own a real estate holding company, which has sharpened my understanding of asset management, capital deployment, and building long-term enterprise value. Acquiring and operating a business is my primary…

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AEC Succession

Actively Sourcing Deals
Jean-Louis Bramwell is an operator-focused buyer actively acquiring businesses in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry across Canada. As current President of a door hardware consultancy serving projects nationwide, he brings deep operational credibility and strong connections throughout the AEC community. Jean-Louis is seeking a legacy business to own and operate, with a commitment to long-term stewardship rather than passive investment.  

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Myna Bird, LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
Business Development professional with decades of management and leadership experience. 22 Year retired US Air Force veteran, Instructor Pilot. Searching for opportunities to leverage background, experience, and Cornell MBA business acumen for SMB acquisitions with impact.

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Palmetto & Pine

Actively Sourcing Deals
Palmetto & Pine is a search fund backed by committed institutional investors who have collectively invested in 150+ operating companies. Our founder, Alex Pham, is an operator and investor with 12+ years of experience across operational leadership roles, private equity, and M&A. His industry experience has been in water/wastewater utilities and software.We are focused on acquiring in the following industries: (1) water treatment and services (residential, commercial, and industrial), (2) outsourced operations & maintenance for water systems, or (3) vertical SaaS.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Maiden Lane LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
Maiden Lane LLC is an investment vehicle focused on acquiring small to medium sized businesses ($3-30m in sales, $0.5-5m in EBITDA). Our objective is to find stable businesses that can benefit from entrepreneurial ownership. Our goal is to find businesses that we can grow, not under-invest in to bleed it for cash flow. In terms of management, our preference would be to retain all your employees, not reduce headcount upon assuming ownership. We are looking for situations where a number of the following are present: having a motivated seller, concentrated ownership (we would prefer to…

Recent Transactions

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The Edelweiss Company

Actively Sourcing Deals
At The Edelweiss Company, we invest in, operate, and grow high-quality industrial service and manufacturing businesses who care about success of their business, employees, and legacy for the long term.Our core values are a forever mindset, boots-on-the-ground leadership, and a people first focus.We are actively seeking acquisitions particularly in the Manufacturing and Industrials sectors with a retiring founder/owner and up to $5M in EBITDA.

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Weaver Lake Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
Weaver Lake Capital is a search fund based out of Pennsylvania focused on small to medium-sized businesses. We are seeking to partner with an exceptional company to fund the next stage of growth. We have a broad mandate from an industry and geography perspective, with a focus on business services, IT services, and industrials. We work closely with our portfolio companies after acquisition to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.The founder of Weaver Lake Capita, Lewin Xue, is a seasoned investment professional. He as previously in middle market private equity. He has completed multiple…

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Boardly

Actively Sourcing Deals
NYC owner-operator, 20+ years in Manhattan real estate asset management and brokerage (Asset Manager at Milstein). Acquiring an established business, $1M-$5M revenue, NYC/tri-state metro or genuinely remote-operable. SBA-financeable, 6-12 month close, 7+ year hold. Operator, not financial buyer.

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Treadstone Capital Advisors

Actively Sourcing Deals
I am a Harvard MBA, entrepreneur and long time real estate executive, having served in C-level positions in two publicly traded REITs and one private real estate fund. I have co-founded two startups.

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Mile 12 Group

Actively Sourcing Deals
+ Mile-12 Group is an independent investment firm operating with committed capital from a broad range of investors+ Mile-12 LP base includes 5 institutional PE funds and 4 Family Offices with ~$1.5bn in cumulative AUM+ We are looking for businesses to own and operate either in partnership with the founder or a founder looking to retire and transition out of the business+ We are primarily focused on Tech-Enabled Business Service and/or software firms with $1mm+ in annual EBITDA and/or $4mm+ in ARR.+ Mostly focused on the East Coast (Mid-Atlantic and South-East) of the United States

Recent Transactions

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Frequently Asked Questions

How are Search Funds in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Distribution 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 Distribution Search Funds?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Distribution 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 Distribution experience when evaluating Search Funds?

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 1,493 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Distribution.

Do all Search Funds in this directory focus exclusively on Distribution?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Distribution Search Funds 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 Search Funds with experience in Distribution?

When comparing Search Funds with experience in Distribution, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 1,493 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Distribution 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 Distribution Search Funds directory, you can request information here.


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