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LP First Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 57 Total Closed Deals
LP First Capital is a private investment firm focused on commercial, consumer, education, and healthcare services businesses. We seek to acquire leading, high performing services businesses that are primed for organic and acquisitive growth. We utilize our strong operational backgrounds to help our management teams create a focused value creation plan and growth strategy. Our passion is partnering with founder-led and family-owned businesses to generate long term value for all business stakeholders.
Most Recent Transactions
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Feb 2025
acquired
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Oct 2024
acquired
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Sep 2024
acquired
Investor
Sep 2024
acquired

Amalgam Capital, LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Amalgam Capital, LLC is a private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. We are a team of seasoned operators who plan to work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.We acquire and sustainably grow underrated businesses as independent sponsors.Our multidisciplinary team of investors, entrepreneurs, and operators, has created substantial value for others.Our Investment SweetspotRevenue GeneratingWe invest in business generating between $20M to $100M in revenue annuallyHistory of ProfitabilityBusinesses…
Most Recent Transactions
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Oct 2024
acquired
Investor
Sep 2021
acquired
Investor
Aug 2021
acquired

Hillstar Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 28 Total Closed Deals
Hillstar Capital is focused on partnering with business owners and management teams to build durable business value over time. We also provide capital to companies with owners who desire liquidity or asset diversification, including full ownership transition. We tailor our investments to meet the specific needs of business owners and can offer flexible and creative solutions for various liquidity alternatives. We realize that growing small businesses requires focused efforts, expertise and nurturing. Upon transaction closing, we are intensely focused on supporting our portfolio companies with…
Most Recent Transactions
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May 2018
invested in
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Sep 2017
invested in
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Aug 2017
acquired
Investor
Sep 2016
acquired

Thornblade Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 12 Total Closed Deals
Thornblade Capital is a private equity investment and advisory firm passionate about small business—specifically those with sales revenues of $3 to $50 million. Our motto is short-term investments and advisory for a long-term return. And with a team that has managed over $3 billion in private equity transactions, we have a strong track record of helping companies reach their potential.
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Aug 2023
invested in

Kuzari Group LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 9 Total Closed Deals
Kuzari Group is a private investment firm managing a portfolio of equity and debt investments on behalf of its partners and investors. Please contact us if you represent a potential investment opportunity or would like to discuss becoming a capital, strategic or operating partner. We primarily sponsor acquisitions of Companies with enterprise values from $5 million to $50 million and EBITDA of $1 million to $10 million.
Most Recent Transactions
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Apr 2016
acquired
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Oct 2014
invested in
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Jan 2014
provided debt financing to
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Sep 2013
acquired

Rox Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 7 Total Closed Deals
We invest in and acquire Lower Middle Market businesses. We seek established, profitable companies, with cash-flow between $1.5mm and $3.0mm annually. Our structures include majority equity and complete acquisitions.
Most Recent Transactions
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Jul 2023
acquired
Investor
Jul 2022
acquired
Investor
Sep 2021
acquired
Advisor
May 2021
was acquired by

Pillar49 Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Pillar49 Capital provides liquidity, succession solutions and growth capital to owners of small and medium-sized businesses, while preserving and building on the factors that made them great – culture and people.We partner with North American businesses with $1 to $10 million+ of EBITDA / cash flow, with a long growth runway and attractive industry characteristics.At Pillar49, we take a different approach than most investors by “rolling up our sleeves” as active managers, providing our partners with the operational and financial resources to support and drive long-term growth. With over…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
May 2024
acquired
Investor
May 2023
acquired
Investor
May 2022
acquired

Obsidian Point Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Obsidian Point Partners LLC is a New York City-based private investment firm focused on the lower middle market with a bias for North American-based, cash flow generative businesses.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Nov 2018
acquired
Investor
Oct 2018
acquired

Parkstone Growth Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 13 Total Closed Deals
Parkstone Growth Partners is a private investment firm focused on lower middle-market investments across the healthcare, insurance, consumer and retail industries.Our mission is to serve as business-building partners by providing capital and resources to accelerate growth while enhancing long-term value.We are driven by our values in everything that we do: Integrity, Partnership, Mutual Respect, Measurable Impact, and Family.
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired

Chicago Capital Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 12 Total Closed Deals
Chicago Capital Partners is a private equity firm which primarily makes control investments in lower middle-market companies with $2-10 million of EBITDA in the following industries: business services, consumer products, distribution, food and beverage, and niche manufacturing. Our fund structure and investment mindset promote building business partnerships and creating value over the long-term.Operational Perspective: Managed by founders and operators, our team understands small and family business dynamics;Partnership Focused: We partner with strong management teams, provide…
Most Recent Transactions
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Apr 2025
acquired
Investor
Feb 2022
acquired
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Jun 2021
acquired
Investor
Dec 2020
acquired

GraceCap Investors Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 11 Total Closed Deals
GraceCap acquires and invests in small family or proprietor owned businesses. These businesses usually have no more than $10 million of EBITDA. While we do not have industry preferences, we do typically favor businesses with the following characteristics:Favorable industry dynamicsScaleabilityExploitable operating leverageNon-cyclicalA consumable product or serviceGrowth potentialIn the past, the principals of GraceCap have invested in the following industries/sectors:DistributionBuilding ProductsCapital EquipmentPromotional ProductsHealthcare Equipment & ServicesBusiness ServicesEnergy…
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired

PennSpring Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 10 Total Closed Deals
The Resources to Close. The Support to Scale.Lancaster, Pennsylvania-based PennSpring is specifically engineered to assist companies that are not quite ready for institutional capital. Specifically, we specialize in elevating companies with EBITDA of $750,000 - $5 million to the next tier of $5 - $10 million and beyond - and thus positioned for an institutional audience. With a robust rolodex of ways to finance transactions, including direct investment, we can close quickly.Through this process we give company owners their desired measure of liquidity and, perhaps more importantly, "a second…
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired

SIG Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 10 Total Closed Deals
SIG is an investment firm that has acquired 18 companies in the last 4 years. What makes SIG special is our team of highly qualified Operators we bring into our firm and place as CEO or GM in the companies we acquire. This allows ownership to transition out successfully within 30-45 days. SIG brings 90% to 100% cash to close. SIG is a high-probability-to-close-buyer. SIG is always committed to preserving the legacy, brand names, and existing employee pool of all of the companies we acquire. If you go to www.sigpartners.com/companies, you'll see 18 companies still operating under the…
Most Recent Transactions
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Nov 2023
acquired
Investor
Feb 2021
acquired
Investor
Jan 2020
acquired
Investor
Jan 2020
acquired

Confluence Healthcare Partners, LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 8 Total Closed Deals
Confluence Healthcare Partners is a growth equity group focused exclusively on the healthcare services market with an emphasis on middle market companies. Our goal is to partner with leading providers and companies in sectors of healthcare services where we can provide a combination of operational expertise and financial backing to accelerate growth. We help our partner companies expand into new geographies and service lines and grow through strategic collaboration and acquisitions. In many cases, we will be the transitional capital and partner that allows these companies to grow to such…
Most Recent Transactions
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Dec 2024
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
invested in
Investor
Aug 2023
invested in
Investor
Aug 2023
invested in

Thesis Capital Partners LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Thesis Capital Partners, LLC is an independent sponsor that invests in family-owned companies in the United States. We partner with exceptional entrepreneurs to grow these businesses for the next generation in a hands-on way.
Most Recent Transactions
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Dec 2024
secured investment from
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Dec 2024
acquired
Investor
Aug 2024
acquired
Investor
May 2023
acquired

Hayden Creek Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 5 Total Closed Deals
Hayden Creek Capital ("HCC") is a principal investment firm that focuses on investment opportunities in lower-middle market private companies. Our Principals have deep expertise in making growth equity and buyout investments principally in the Consumer Food and Beverage, Business Services and Distribution industries.HCC is not a typical private equity firm—we are not a fund. We take a flexible and creative approach to capital structures, having an extensive network of debt capital and institutional and family office equity capital providers.Our investing philosophy is grounded in…
Most Recent Transactions
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Jan 2025
acquired
Investor
Jan 2024
acquired
Investor
Oct 2021
acquired
Investor
Jul 2021
acquired

Sundog Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
We are a team of investors and operators who have collectively acquired more than 30 businesses over the course of our careers. While we are generalist investors, our primary areas of industry focus are construction and contracting, consumer products, manufacturing, and distribution.We seek out situations where our investing, industry, and operating expertise will add value to the companies we acquire, and are comfortable working with leadership transitions.Featured in Axial's 2022 Industrials Top 50
Most Recent Transactions
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Apr 2022
acquired
Investor
Apr 2022
acquired
Investor
Apr 2022
acquired

W Holdings LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
W Holdings LLC is a private equity independent sponsor focused on investing for the long term in small to medium sized businesses. We back strong management teams and preserve the legacies they've built. We work with management teams to grow cash flow and improve each business by driving growth, pursuing acquisitions, and refining strategy.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired

Westover Group LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Westover Group is a Georgia based private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. Our Founder is a seasoned investor and operator who likes to work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Oct 2020
acquired

Cardone Equity Group

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Closed Deal via Axial
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Cardone Equity Group is an investment company founded by Grant Cardone and Brandon Dawson. Together, they help business owners unlock value from a 360-degree perspective such as operations, marketing, finance, and people. Cardone Equity Group is currently seeking small to medium sized acquisition opportunities in a wide array of industries.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Aug 2022
acquired

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