Top Financial Services Independent Sponsors with Recent Private M&A Activity

969

Active Firms

28,649

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$15M

Core Revenue Range

$600K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 13%

Texas 12%

California 11%

New York 7%

New Jersey 4%

Key Attributes

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

Robert Rose Capital

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Robert Rose Capital (“RRC”) is a private investment firm with a mission to build strong companies by leading with intention. RRC makes control investments in companies seeking an ownership succession or with strong leadership teams interested in recapitalizing the business to accelerate it’s growth trajectory. Our investment strategy is to employ a buy-and-build approach with companies in fragmented industries with significant tailwinds. RRC believes through diligent discipline, companies can achieve transformational growth by utilizing an appropriate capital structure and financial…

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ClearPort Capital

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20+ years in commercial real estate (acquisitions, development, leasing, management), preceded by business development roles at publicly traded tech and media companies including Expedia and Live Nation. I also grew an acquired CRE blog into a multi-city publication (5x readers, 8x revenue) before exiting. I now represent equity partners acquiring an established, Southern California-operable business with recurring revenue and an existing customer base, ideally in equipment rental or services to commercial clients like schools and government. Target purchase price up to $12 million, able to…

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Brunstetter Capital

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I am an experienced operator who has acquired and managed a business previously. Well capitalized personally and via debt and equity investor relationships. I'm looking for the next opportunity. Industry agnostic.

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Impact Invest Corp

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Impact Invest Corp is a private equity firm dedicated to making control investments in established companies that deliver significant social impact. The firm strategically targets sectors that align with its mission to generate both profitability and positive societal effects. By leveraging its expertise in finance and investments, Impact Invest Corp seeks to achieve true alpha, combining financial returns with sustainable growth. With a focus on creating deep positive impact throughout society, the firm has successfully built a portfolio of over 20 companies, underscoring its commitment to…

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Stonegate Commercial Partners

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Stonegate Commercial Partners is an operator-led holding company focused on acquiring and growing lower middle market businesses in the Southeast. We target businesses with strong customer relationships, recurring revenue characteristics, and opportunities for operational and commercial improvement. Our background includes executive leadership in revenue management, analytics, commercial strategy, and operational transformation across complex corporate carve-outs, integrations, and growth environments. We are focused on long-term ownership and partnership-oriented transitions with founders…

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BSCG

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We are a business acquisition company focused on buying and growing established, profitable businesses in the tri-state area. We look for companies with strong customer relationships, recurring demand, capable employees, and opportunities to improve operations and expand over time. Our goal is to preserve what the owner has built, support the existing team, and operate the business for the long term rather than quickly resell it.

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Good Ground

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Good Ground was founded in 2013 to source, acquire, develop and consult on multifamily, mixed-use, hospitality, industrial and out of home media assets, often partnering with and investing alongside select sponsors with local and asset-specific expertise. We bring strong data science tools, underwriting, project management and capital raising abilities to each of our projects and partnerships.We also actively invest in, advise and provide consulting services to early stage technology companies, with a focus on proptech. Over the years, we have been lucky enough to build strong relationships…

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84|90

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84|90 is an investment, partnership, and philanthropy platform at the intersection of health, manufacturing and community.We back founders and operators we believe in, acquire and build businesses worth building, and direct time and capital toward initiatives that create real impact in the communities and sectors we care about.We work with people where we can go deep — founders, operators, and institutions focused on doing something that matters. If that describes you, we'd welcome the conversation.

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Strive Holdings

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Strive Holdings is a technology-driven holding company bringing a modern, operational approach to micro-cap and lower middle market buyouts. We are family-officed financed and built through flexible platform roll-ups and long-term holds, acquiring established owner-operated businesses where technology, operational execution, and people unlock meaningful value. Full acquisitions or equity rollovers. Founder-friendly. We move with convictionTransaction Size: $3M – $50M | EBITDA: $1M – $5M | Nationwide | Control AcquisitionsIndustries: Services, Distribution,…

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Seed Holdings LLC

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Seed Holdings LLC is a private holding company dedicated to acquiring and managing essential manufacturing and service businesses for the long term. With a focus on sustainable growth and stewardship, Seed Holdings targets key sectors to create lasting value. The company operates with a strategic approach to acquisitions, ensuring that its portfolio aligns with its commitment to long-term development and industry impact.

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Asif Virani

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Seasoned investor looking to buy lower -mid market cash flow business. I have a long track record in investing in commercial real estate. I am exploring opportunities to buy existing businesses with growth potential and value add opportunities.

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Jason Pello

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Former public company (NYSE: NRDY) CFO who took a tutoring startup through a $1.7B de-SPAC IPO, doubled revenue and delivered EBITDA profitability. Twenty-four years of progressive experience spanning public companies, VC/PE-backed environments, and Big 4 public accounting. Proven ability to navigate capital markets, exhibit innovative thinking, shape strategy, and consistently execute at a high level. Actively looking to acquire a business.

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Timberview Capital

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Timberview Capital helps busy professionals to create new paths toward financial independence by investing alongside us in Real Estate.We started as a small group of physicians investing together. Today, our network has grown exponentially because busy professionals need solid wealth-building investments that reliably replace their active income with passive income.

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DevCap Growth LLC

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DevCap Growth is a private equity firm focused on B2B software and services companies. We invest expansion and buyout capital in platforms seeking a partner for their next phase of growth. We help align teams around a focused product strategy and go-to-market motion to drive clear priorities and create long-term value.Investment criteria:$5M+ of recurring revenue Positive or break-even cash flow (Software)$3 - $15M of EBITDA (Services)Proven and committed management teamServe as a system of record or core workflow provider to their customersWe seek to invest $10-$50M of equity in each…

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RHT Growth Partners

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RHT Growth Partners is a Chicago-based investment firm backed by committed institutional equity capital that's focused on acquiring B2B services and tech-enabled services businesses in the lower-middle market. Website: https://rhtgrowthpartners.com/

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1785 Capital Partners, LLC

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Independent sponsor with over 30 years of financial services experience and who cofounded a large independent auto finance company. Focused on financial services, business services, light manufacturing and value-added distribution.

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Thomas Investments, LLC

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•We focus on partnering with owners in the lower middle market of the U.S.•Southeast and Mid-Atlantic geography.•We are dedicated partners that offer flexible structures. •We are active partners INVESTMENT CRITERIA$3 – $10MM of EBITDAPrivately held businessesMajority investmentsStrong management

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Perservera

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Perservera is a private equity firm that specializes in building and acquiring cash-flowing businesses. The firm is committed to partnering with kind people and upholding lasting values in its business operations. With a focus on sustainable growth and value creation, Perservera seeks to invest in businesses that align with its core principles, ensuring long-term success and stability. The firm operates from its headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah and is dedicated to fostering strong, value-driven partnerships.

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Prontask

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Vice President of Operations for a growth stage climate tech company. Former principal at a top management consulting firm. Looking for strategic acquisition of small to midsize businesses looking to transition ownership.

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Converge Health Partners

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Converge Health Partners is an independent sponsor with a specific sector focus and two founders with a recent exit. We have spent the last 10 years targeting, analyzing, and improving niche healthcare assets within institutional investment/M&A environments. Through the 450+ engagements and deals we have evaluated, we have honed a robust approach and set of tools that refine acquisition criteria and accelerate value creation. Our experience has given us a uniquely broad and strong network of clients and senior leaders that we will leverage into future deals. We are now bringing these together…

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Firms in the Financial Services 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.

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.

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Financial Services Independent Sponsors is $3M-$15M, with a core EBITDA range of $600K-$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.

Relevant Financial Services 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 969 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Financial Services.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Financial Services Independent Sponsors directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Financial Services, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

When comparing Independent Sponsors with experience in Financial Services, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 969 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

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 Financial Services Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.

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