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Top Footwear Independent Sponsors

Explore 300 Footwear Independent Sponsors that source acquisition and investment opportunities on Axial’s M&A platform.

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Footwear Independent Sponsors

300

Active Firms

6,434

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$19M

Core Revenue Range

$800K-$4M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

California 14%
Florida 13%
Texas 10%
New York 7%
Pennsylvania 4%

Key Attributes

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

Showing 101-120 of 300 Independent Sponsors

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MSR Partners LLC

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MSR Partners is an independent sponsor partnership melding investment banking's financial acumen with venture capital's innovation and insight. Our expertise ensures stability and risk management, alongside a forward-looking lens for diverse investment opportunities and navigating strategic initiatives. MSR stakeholders and business partners benefit from a well-rounded strategy, combining financial prudence with growth potential.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Forge Holdings, LLC

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Forge Holdings, LLC is focused on acquiring, growing and managing founder and family-owned businesses. We aim to provide an attractive exit opportunity for business owners who are seeking liquidity but who also care greatly about what a sale means for their customers, suppliers and employees. We have the ability to own companies forever and take a prudent approach towards the use of debt. Our primary focus is Midwest- and Southeast-based companies generating $1-$5 million in EBITDA, but we will opportunistically pursue larger companies across the continental US.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Delvern Capital Investments, LLC

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Delvern Capital is a Charlotte-based private investment firm specializing in acquiring founder-owned businesses in the U.S.At Delvern Capital, we understand how important your business is to you and your employees. We also know the decision to sell your business is incredibly difficult. You’ve spent a great deal of time, money, and energy building your business from the ground up.Our mission is to be a dedicated partner to management teams and employees that have been instrumental in building successful companies.

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NorthCrest Capital

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NorthCrest Capital is the investment vehicle of founder Kevin Laleyan and is supported by a team of entrepreneurs and investors focused on acquiring one business to personally operate and grow. We are here to provide a succession plan to an owner/operator who cares about the future of their business. Our goal is to work with an owner to structure a transaction that preserves your business legacy. We will assume day-to-day company management creating value for the seller, employees, and community.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Revendar Equity Partners

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We’re always looking for new opportunities and are comfortable working internationally. Please get in touch and one of our investment associates will contact you about beginning the proposal process. We are seeking acquisitions with partners that are B2B manufacturing based companies. Minimum $1M EBITDARevenue $5M - $50M B2BOpen to investor participation with strategic private equity or individual investors. Industry targets: Building materials & products | Consumer packaged products - food & beverage | Oilfield products, and related businesses, . Founder/family operated with track…

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Skypeak Partners LLC

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Skypeak Partners has extensive experience in opportunistic growth debt and equity investments across diverse industries and geography.Our management team aims to identify investment targets in both the public and private markets that have the potential to become leaders in their respective industries.We have developed a winning strategy and core values that produce sustained results.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

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Alopeke LLC

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Alopeke LLC is a Chicago-based holding company and advisor that acquires and grows established, cash-generative businesses generating $500K–$5M in EBITDA, primarily in consumer brands, niche retail, specialty distribution, and essential services. We partner closely with founders and teams during transitions, succession events, or periods of operational underinvestment, applying patient capital and disciplined, hands-on execution to professionalize operations, improve margins, optimize channels, and scale what already works. Focused on long-term value creation rather than financial…

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74 North Capital

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74 North Capital is a search fund 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.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Traction Capital Partners

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We look to acquire companies based in the western US where we think there are opportunities for long term growth.We are opportunistic and general in our approach. We prefer businesses with a history of profitability.We look to be long term owners of the businesses we invest in. Our goal is to partner with the existing team to build on the foundation put in place by prior owners.We are focused on opportunities head quartered in the western US.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Greenfield Avenue Capital

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Greenfield Avenue provides growth capital and liquidity to founders of exceptional businesses. We're focused on situations where the founder wants to continue in their role and retain ownership, but is seeking a collaborative investor and growth partner to help take their business from good to great.We target companies with a differentiated value proposition, stable revenue, and durable profitability.

Recent Transactions

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Presidio Park Group, LLC

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Presidio Park Group is led by Grace Chen, a former founder (exited), CFO, and investor (at Summit Partners), and Colin Bourdin, a former operator and investor (at TPG). As an independent sponsor, we are looking to to acquire one or more mission-driven companies that we plan to hold for the long-term. We provide flexible exit opportunities to founders, whether that means continuing to operate the company or stepping away from day to day operations. Our investors are former or current executives (including Asurion, Datacor, and York Risk Services) who will advise on investing and operating…

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SLB Capital Group

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Strategic Liquidity Without Operational Disruption:SLB Capital Group uses sale leasebacks as a strategic tool to advance resilient businesses. Repurchase options ensure defined paths to re-own their real estate, unlocking cost-efficient capital while preserving long-term property control.Generally speaking our investment criteria is private for non-investment grade companies, $10M+ in revenue and 25+ employees that could benefit from the bifurcation of the business and real property that meet the characteristics below:  Owns Mission-Critical Real EstateProperties used for operations,…

Recent Transactions

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West Bluff Partners

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West Bluff Partners isn’t just a private equity firm. It’s a network of investors, operators, and advisors, dedicated to partnering with business owners and management teams to achieve their goals.We focus exclusively on Upstate New York, providing lower middle-market companies with not just unique capital solutions, but also world-class operational and financial support.Whether you’re a business owner looking to exit, a management team seeking ownership, or a company looking to grow, we want to help.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Avalon Trifecta Global Partners

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Avalon Trifecta Global Partners (AVTGP) is an M&A and Real State investment group; partnering with top caliber executives to acquire well-positioned main street and middle-market businesses in the United States and Canada, with the clear objective to establish a clear path to value creation profitability enhancement, and accelerated growth.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Positive Risk Holdings

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Pioneer a strategy focused on long-term value creation by committing to high-quality companies with robust management teams and actively fostering their development and expansion. We are committed to delivering superior results for investors, shareholders, partners, and operators, all while prioritizing risk management and capital preservation.

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Bedford Falls Group

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The Bedford Falls Group is a search fund seeking to buy a single exceptional business and guide this business through its next chapter. The Bedford Falls Group is led by Zach Blatt who brings experience as the founder of the software company RightBid which has produced over 250 custom internet research reports to assist leading consulting and private equity firms on M&A diligence. The Bedford Falls Group is targeting software, professional services, financial services, and real estate related businesses with up to $5mm in EBITDA with a preference for businesses in New England. Learn more…

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ALAMidas Capital Partners Inc

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ALAMidas Capital Partners Inc. is a dynamic buyout private equity firm specializing in middle-market enterprise acquisitions. We target companies with robust, recurring, and predictable EBITDA from $5M to $ 50 M. Our unique approach involves partnering with founders and management teams committed to staying on for 3-5 years, rolling in equity, and actively participating in our value creation plan.Investment StrategyOur strategy focuses on:Professionalization of business systems and processes to institutional investment gradeTechnology upgrading of business…

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Williams Capital

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Williams Capital is 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.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Continuation Holdings

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Main Street Legacy Partners is an operator-led investment firm seeking to acquire and grow an existing company with annual revenues ranging from $5 to $50 million. We are focused on Healthcare, B2B Services and Software that can benefit from our sales, marketing, and operational expertise. We do not seek to drive value through cost-cutting measures. We are operators focused on growth, taking care of employees, and promoting great culture.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Moraga Capital

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Moraga Capital is a private investment firm focused on change-of-control equity transactions in the Mid-Atlantic. Moraga is industry agnostic and utilizes strategic capital and operational expertise to enhance value creation for the long-term.We target companies with revenues of $5 to $50 million and annual pre-tax earnings greater than $2 million. Moraga invests alongside a longstanding cadre of family offices, high net worth individuals and industry experts.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are Independent Sponsors in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Footwear 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.

What information is included in each Independent Sponsor 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 Footwear Independent Sponsors?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Footwear Independent Sponsors is $3M-$19M, 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.

How important is Consumer Goods experience when evaluating Independent Sponsors?

Relevant Consumer Goods 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 300 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Consumer Goods.

Do all Independent Sponsors in this directory focus exclusively on Consumer Goods?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Footwear Independent Sponsors directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Consumer Goods, 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 Independent Sponsors with experience in Consumer Goods?

When comparing Independent Sponsors with experience in Consumer Goods, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 300 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Footwear Independent Sponsors?

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 Footwear Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.

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