Top Florida Independent Sponsors with Recent Private M&A Activity

169

Active Firms

2,459

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$20M

Core Revenue Range

$800K-$4M

Core EBITDA Range

Top Sectors by Activity

Industrials 47%

Healthcare 11%

Technology 11%

Business Services 8%

Consumer Goods 7%

Key Attributes

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

LORMAR LLC

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I manage acquisitions and partnerships for Lormar LLC, our U.S. investment holding. Our family office invests globally in profitable mid-sized companies, real estate developments, and healthcare operations. My role includes identifying targets, leading negotiations, and appointing local management to operate acquired businesses.

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Sun Horse Capital

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Sun Horse Capital is a private investment firm with a focus on middle market transactions, leveraging over 45 years of combined experience in executing high-quality deals. The firm specializes in partnering with established businesses at critical growth junctures, aiming to unlock significant growth through strategic capital infusion and collaboration. With a seasoned team experienced in private equity, credit, and operations, Sun Horse Capital manages a diverse portfolio of over 20 companies, demonstrating its robust presence and expertise in the investment landscape.

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Anthony Demetroulakos

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Seasoned Managing Partner with 30+ years driving M&A, private equity, and cross-border growth.At ULS Investments, I lead middle-market buyouts in essential facilities management, partnering with founders to scale operations, execute strategic M&A, and ensure seamless succession through hands-on value creation.At ANIMOB, I’m advancing regenerative land management, connecting landowners and farmers to deliver sustainable, high-impact outcomes in agriculture and ecosystems.Track Record:• 50+ acquisitions & integrations across tech, energy, and services• Double-digit returns via…

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Eighteen Grove

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About Eighteen GroveEighteen Grove is a private investment firm focused on partnering with family and founder-owned businesses across Facility Services, Residential Services, Business Services, Insurance Services Specialty Distribution, Health & Fitness, and Multi-Site Franchisees. We target companies generating between $1 million and $10 million in EBITDA — businesses with strong foundations, committed teams, loyal customers, and meaningful growth potential.We believe that the best businesses are often built quietly, over decades, by owners who prioritize their people and their craft.…

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Longleaf Group

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Longleaf Group is a private equity firm that invests in commercial and industrial specialty contractors who have demonstrated excellence in their services and markets. We partner with founders, owners, families, and management teams to drive the next phase of growth and turn opportunities into outperformance.Company AttributesSkilled, non-union labor with a safety-first cultureManagement team that is bought in and wants to growIndustries where demand is non-discretionaryClear path to driving further organic growth Opportunity to acquire complementary businesses with like-minded teamsRevenue…

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USBC Capital LLC

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USBC Capital LLC is a Florida-based family office and investment group actively acquiring and financing lower middle-market businesses. We focus on revenue-generating companies with strong fundamentals across sectors like B2B services, logistics, manufacturing, e-commerce, and healthcare. Our team has deep experience in capital structuring, investor relations, and deal origination. We offer both acquisition and flexible debt capital solutions, with recent activity across Florida and the Southeast.

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Swell Capital Partners

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Swell Capital is an investment firm founded in 2025 by a seasoned team of professionals with deep investment, operational and industry specific experience. The firm was purpose-build to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns by investing in lower middle market companies across industries including Health & Wellness, and Education. Swell SBIC I, LP represents our inaugural fund. Investment Strategy: 70% credit oriented instruments / 30% equityTarget investments: 10 - 20 companies with ticket sizes of $5 - $15mm and up to $25mm. Sector focus: Health & Wellness; Education;…

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Kilroy Partners, LLC

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Kilroy Partners is a private equity firm that specializes in investments within the lower middle market, particularly focusing on entrepreneurial and family-owned businesses. The firm is committed to providing equity capital to companies across various industries, including manufacturing, value added distribution and aerospace and defense. Kilroy leverages its industry expertise and network of operating partners to support and grow its portfolio companies.

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Green Mountain Advisers

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Green Mountain Advisers specializes in helping tech businesses and accredited investors achieve uncorrelated returns through innovative capital allocation strategies. They focus on providing specialized investment services tailored to the unique needs of their clients, aiming to enhance financial outcomes by leveraging their expertise in the digital business landscape. Their approach is designed to optimize investment portfolios and support strategic growth, ensuring that clients can navigate the complexities of modern financial markets with confidence.

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Gaggle Holdings, Inc

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After a career of scaling businesses and opening greenfield factories in the steel business, I have retired and started a new company in Bradenton, FL. My new enterprise, Gaggle Holdings, seeks to add entrepreneurial businesses from the construction, repair & maintenance trades to our portfolio that can benefit from new energy and capital to achieve greater profitably. We are open to all types of contractor deals, with or without ongoing owner support. Regardless of your situation, we would love to talk to you! Chip Gardner

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Isha Management Partners Inc.

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U.S.-based entrepreneur and Managing Partner of Integrass, an established IT staffing and technology services firm with global delivery across the U.S., Canada, UAE, India, and Mexico. Proven operator focused on acquiring and scaling founder-led businesses. Flexible deal structures with low upfront cash, earnouts, and smooth transitions. Committed to preserving teams, client relationships, and legacy while accelerating growth through sales expansion and operational efficiency.

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LEYKAR Investments LLC

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Unlike a typical private equity fund, we derive our capital from the same entrepreneurs that will be involved in your business. We care as much as you do because we are putting the fruits of our own work into yours.

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Bayshore Acquisitions LLC

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Bayshore Acquisitions is a private equity firm that specializes in acquiring and improving businesses. Operating as a limited liability company (LLC), the firm focuses on enhancing business outcomes and increasing revenues. Bayshore Acquisitions invests across a wide variety of industries, targeting established companies seeking alternative sale methods. By acquiring businesses directly, they aim to avoid the pitfalls associated with brokers, ensuring a more streamlined and effective acquisition process.

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LFPI US LLC

14 Total Closed Deals

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The LFPI Group is one of the leading independent, multi-strategy alternative asset managers in Europe with nearly €12 billion under management in private equity (majority, minority, co-investments, funds of funds and thematic funds including hotels), private debt, real estate, as well as asset management in Europe and North America, with a focus on long-term investments. LFPI US LLC is the US subsidiary of LFPI group.Each of the LFPI Group's activities benefits from the commitment and experience of a specific team that is totally dedicated to it. Strongly rooted in their local markets and…

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Jul 2022 Acquired IFOP
Jul 2022 Acquired METALINE
Oct 2021 Acquired Atermes
Sep 2020 Acquired WILINK

Geneva Management Partners

10 Total Closed Deals

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We look to acquire control of successful, niche-leading companies and taking them to the next level. This is accomplished by partnering with management teams to instill best practices, refine operational efficiencies, support organic growth initiatives, and complete add-on acquisitions. We will create value for all stakeholders by instilling tried and true management principles, tireless work ethic, and integrity in all that we do and say.

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Aug 2023 Acquired CamCo
Aug 2023 Acquired Sun Tree Home Health & Hospice
Aug 2023 Acquired St. George Transmission and Automotive
Aug 2023 Acquired Morrow Brothers

Trimaran Capital Partners

6 Total Closed Deals

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Trimaran is a middle-market private equity firm based in New York. We seek long-term capital appreciation by making privately negotiated equity or equity-oriented investments in niche middle-market companies.Funds managed by Trimaran Fund Management and its predecessors have invested approximately $1.75 billion in over 60 acquisitions and other private equity transactions totaling more than $10 billion. These transactions ranged from growth and technology-oriented investments to highly-structured project and infrastructure investments to deep value investments and turnarounds. The subject…

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Aug 2023 Invested in Norcraft Companies, L.P.
Aug 2023 Invested in IASIS Healthcare Corporation
Aug 2023 Invested in Global Crossing Ltd.
Aug 2023 Invested in TeleBank Financial

Somers Investment Partners

6 Total Closed Deals

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Somers Investment Partners is a private investment firm based in Palm Beach, FL, New York and London. We are focused investors specializing in enterprise software and business services companies in the middle market. Our heritage is in traditional private equity but we are not portfolio managers. We are engaged owner-operators that proactively build better businesses. We are highly focused and devote considerable attention and support to our investments. We have no constraints on our investment horizon or stage of maturity. We have invested in middle market business services and…

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Oct 2010 Acquired PrecisionIR Group
Oct 2010 Acquired The Pennysaver Group, Inc.
Oct 2010 Acquired ThoughtWorks, Inc.
Oct 2010 Acquired Direct Group, Inc.

AIM Capital

6 Total Closed Deals

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AIM Capital is a private equity group located in Coconut Grove, FL which makes control and non-control investments in high growth companies that have accomplished profitability and product/market fit. AIM Capital seeks to create synergy between our investments and develop transformational platforms. We combine the talent of our team in Marketing, Operations, Finance, and Legal with the talent within the companies to generate and execute on integral growth plans. Our goal is to always create long-term value by building great businesses in partnership with the leadership team. In every…

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Aug 2023 Acquired TICE Chicken Holdings, LLC
Aug 2023 Acquired FAV Infrastructure Group
Aug 2023 Acquired UrbanBound
Aug 2023 Acquired Goodnight Loving Vodka

RTC Partners

4 Total Closed Deals

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RTC Partners is a private investment firm that specializes in building middle market growth platforms. Together with management partners, we build market-leading companies through a combination of acquisitive and organic growth, while establishing highly professionalized corporate infrastructures that are capable of scaling organizations to the next level. Our strategies focus on high-growth niches of professional, business, and healthcare services industries.

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Aug 2023 Acquired Verdantas
Aug 2023 Acquired Anser Advisory
Aug 2023 Acquired Lumina Vision Partners
Feb 2023 Acquired The Ardurra Group

F2H Capital

4 Total Closed Deals

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F2H Capital Group operates a diverse portfolio that includes four distinct businesses: two pharmacies, a real estate development company, and a mortgage company. In addition to these business ventures, the group has a significant presence in the real estate sector, owning $135 million worth of multifamily and mixed-use properties in New York and Texas.F2H Capital Group is seeking to acquire the following companies:Business Characteristics· Founder-owned, entrepreneurial, growth-oriented business· Meaningful management team…

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Apr 2023 Acquired Clear Rate Mortgage
Apr 2019 Acquired Hasanov Capital
Sep 2016 Acquired Clear Pharmacy
Feb 2013 Acquired Crystal Pharmacy

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Firms in the Florida 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 Florida Independent Sponsors is $3M-$20M, with a core EBITDA range of $800K-$4M. 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.

Location can be an important consideration, but it does not necessarily define where a firm is active. Firms based in Florida may bring regional knowledge, local relationships, and experience with businesses in the area, while many also pursue opportunities across a broader geographic footprint. Geography is best considered alongside sector focus, company size, and relevant transaction activity.

Not necessarily. A firm’s location does not always define its geographic reach. Many Independent Sponsors based in Florida are active across multiple regions, while firms based elsewhere may also participate in the Florida market. Location can provide useful context, but it should not be interpreted as a firm’s geographic boundary.

When comparing Independent Sponsors in Florida, consider factors such as sector focus, size range, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 169 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 Florida Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.

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