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CapitalPad

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CapitalPad is a deal-by-deal private equity co-investment group. Accredited investors, family offices, and small institutions use CapitalPad to invest in lower middle market private equity, one transaction at a time.CapitalPad invests primarily in independent sponsor transactions: acquisitions of established private companies with long operating histories, consistent profitability, and understandable business models. The independent sponsor sources and leads the acquisition and oversees the company after closing. CapitalPad provides equity alongside the sponsor, typically writing $1M to $2.5M…

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Upside Capital

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Founded in 2022, Upside Capital was born as the result of the effort of investors who decided to integrate their knowledge through Private Equity. Its founding partners and managers have been in the consulting industry for more than 20 years and have experience in company transformations in the most successful industries: healthcare, banking, utilities, fuels, and retail among others. The combination of Consulting and M&A experience gives Upside Capital an edge in company transformation and the ability to understand the possible drivers of valuation and the key levers to scale. Upside Capital…

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Zeitgeber Equity Partners LLC

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Zeitgeber Equity Partners is an independent sponsor firm specializing in the acquisition and transformation of lower middle market companies. With a focus on partnering with founder or family-run businesses, we bring decades of expertise in finance, treasury management, and operational leadership to drive value creation and sustainable growth.

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Strigidae Ventures LLC

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Strigidae Ventures LLC was founded to drive innovation in Consumer and Industrial products through a mix of acquisitions and greenfield starts. This dual focus maximizes value creation by selectively “building” or “buying” desirable product lines or competencies on a case-by-case basis. Strigidae Ventures LLC is on the hunt for established, thriving enterprises where seasoned owner-operators are looking to pass the torch and retire. Generally looking to make a permanent capital injection where there is a team, IP, relationships, equipment, etc. that we can build off as a…

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Scalewerks Holdings, LLC

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The ScaleWerks Holdings Model represents a radical departure from the “Traditional Private Equity Model” - it represents a new way of enhancing generational wealth through Long-Term Sustainable Value and Profit Creation for a Select Group of LP’s.Our strategy is to make control investments in middle market companies through acquisitions, special situations, corporate carve outs and turnarounds. We work with management to subsequently enhance enterprise value through operational/strategic initiatives and add-on acquisitions.ScaleWerks Holding's purpose is to provide sustainable…

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Jagota Capital

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Jagota Capital (JRC) is a growth focused investment fund dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs.We partner with outstanding management teams to develop long-term strategies enabling growth and operational excellence. We are a value-added investor, leveraging our unique value creation process, resources, and vast network to help companies realize their full potential.

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Vale Capital Partners

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Vale Capital Partners is an independent sponsor firm, established in 2023 and based in Toronto, Canada. Vale was created with a few core principles in mind: transparency, integrity, discipline, humility and learning. We strive to differentiate ourselves through our experience and relentless work ethic, while being open and honest partners every step of the way. Vale wants to partner with lower middle market businesses across a variety of sectors and focus on growth and value creation, with the firm's founders dedicating significant time to operations and working with management. The firm is…

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ProfitSmith inc

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We are a new firm looking to make strategic acquisitions in the middle market space.We've raised capital from investors that typically invest in venture capital.

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Sergiwa Capital

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Sergiwa Capital is run by an entrepreneurial team that consults for other founder-operated businesses and offers buyout opportunities for select companies with sales of up to $60MM. We focus on identifying appropriate strategies and developing people, processes, and technologies for executing and delivering differentiated and innovative products and services with unique customer value propositions. We seek to honor the legacies of owners by building on and sustaining unique businesses for the 21st century.

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Edenic Partners

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Founders of tech-enabled services businesses currently have minimal options when scaling their company from $1M to $10M+ of EBITDALower middle-market private equity firms will only engage if they can acquire full-controlVenture capital firms won't engage because the addressable market is not $1BN+As former founders, investors and advisors, we work with founders that want growth capital to execute on the "PE Playbook" without giving up full-control

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Swingbridge LLC

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Swingbridge operates as a merchant bank, specializing in public equities, private equity, and debt solutions. Our investor network comprises over 60 families who participate in individual deals. Currently, we have nine active investments in the private sector, while on the public side, we maintain a long-only mindset with a portfolio of 15 selected names. With an industry-agnostic approach, we assess each opportunity by thoroughly analyzing returns on capital against the cost of capital.

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Elevation Rock LLC

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Elevation Rock LLC is a family office 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.

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Taylor Gentry

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We are a small team of investors and operators that have a successful track record of building, investing in, and growing businesses in the Pacific Northwest. We focus on investing in small to medium sized companies where we can have an outsized impact on the organization in partnership with the management team. We invest in and partner with companies without intending to sell them which allows us to think and act like owners, not just investors. We facilitate ownership transitions and provide long-term homes for the continued development of companies and the employees, families and…

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Palo Verde Capital

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Palo Verde Capital is a private equity firm in Dallas, TX focused on growing small businesses and lower middle market companies through acquisition. If you are considering selling your organization, give us a call.We offer a range of services for lower middle market companies. Our primary practice area is full (or +51%) control, and we are industry agnostic. The services we offer include:M&A Advisory: Our experienced team provides M&A advisory services to help businesses navigate the process of selling a company.Operational Improvement: We work with our portfolio companies to…

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Bab Inc.

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Bab Inc. 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. 

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Perennial Growth Partners, LLC

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Perennial Growth Partners is a Pittsburgh, PA based holding company devoted to the strategic acquisition of family-owned businesses. We are dedicated to enhancing business' robust foundations, driving sustained growth and prosperity while upholding the core values and traditions integral to their success. At the heart of our approach is a profound respect for the legacy and heritage of the businesses we acquire. We recognize that these businesses are the embodiment of generations of commitment, diligence, and community involvement. As investors, we see ourselves as stewards entrusted with the…

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LAF Ventures LLC

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Our team consists of two highly experienced professionals, each with a diverse and solid financial background. One of us has expertise in Go to Market strategies and business development, holding a C-Level position in a successful fintech company that generates over $100M in annual recurring revenue. This company is supported by prominent firms like a16z, ICG, and USV. He has a track record of driving business growth and successful expansions across various industries. The other team member, who operates between NY and Houston, is an accomplished banker with a proven record in securing…

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Post Road Holdings

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Post Road Holdings is an emerging, independent sponsor focused on lower middle-market opportunities in the northeastern United States. Post Road strives to acquire, invest in, build, and partner with best-in-class businesses.  Post Road has a flexible investment mandate and brings a creative and collaborate approach to transactions. While Post Road typically seeks control investments, it is willing to participate in partnerships and to acquire non-controlling interests. Post Road is a generalist investor, but it avoids overly complex and speculative businesses. The firm derives its…

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Sedulus Search Partners

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Sedulus was founded to acquire and invest in operating businesses based in British Columbia. We will invest in the Company, its people and its business relationships. We take an active role in operating the business and are focused on opportunities that require a management and ownership succession plan.

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Noksha Capital

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Noksha Capital (NCAP) is a private investment firm led by a team of operational experts who have nearly 40 years of combined work experience across multiple continents and industry sectors. We aim to selectively partner with organizations across the world who operate within the consumer goods, healthcare, retail or manufacturing sectors and collaboratively transform their operations to achieve a higher intrinsic value. 

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