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Madison Street Capital

3 Closed Deals via Axial 67 Total Closed Deals

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Madison Street Capital is an international investment banking firm dedicated to the highest standards of integrity and professionalism – provides corporate financial advisory services, mergers and acquisitions expertise, valuation services, and financial opinions to publicly and privately held businesses through our offices in North America, Asia, and Africa. Our professionals draw on specialized expertise in partnering with middle-market firms in all industry verticals and niche markets to achieve an optimal outcome through a variety of transactions. Madison Street Capital's professionals…

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• Apr 2026 Advised TID Inc. in its sale to EIS Operating Enterprises LLC
• Sep 2025 Advised Pittsburgh Electrical Insulation in its sale to EIS, Inc.
• Aug 2025 Advised American Anchor Bolt Mfg. in its sale to Salt Creek Capital
• Aug 2025 Advised SBS Precision Sheet Metal, LLC. in its sale to Appian Way Capital Partners, LLC.

Auctus Capital Partners

3 Closed Deals via Axial 64 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Auctus Capital Partners is a multi-faceted investment bank specializing in merger & acquisition advisory, institutional private placements of debt and equity capital, financial restructuring, valuation, and strategic consulting. With best-in-class access to strategic and financial buyers, as well as global capital providers, our bankers identify opportunities and navigate challenges with a local understanding on a global scale.

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• Dec 2025 Assisted Puzzle Healthcare in securing debt financing from HCAP
• Aug 2025 Advised Engage CX on an investment from PNC
• Apr 2025 Advised United Transportation LLC in its sale to Graxon Logistics LLC
• Feb 2025 Assisted Sempera Organics in securing debt financing from Newtek Bank

Cornerstone Business Services, Inc.

3 Closed Deals via Axial 28 Total Closed Deals

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Cornerstone Business Services is a boutique investment bank serving the lower middle market of mergers & acquisitions. We’re based in the Midwest but work throughout North America, and are a founding member of the Cornerstone International Alliance. We create value through acquisition searches, company sales, and valuations, with a focus on businesses with annual revenue from $5 million to $150 million.Cornerstone uses a team approach on each transaction along with our proprietary Assurance 360™ process which typically generates multiple offers, a high likelihood to close and…

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• Nov 2025 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Nov 2024 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Jul 2024 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Dec 2023 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company

Evangeline Securities

3 Closed Deals via Axial 9 Total Closed Deals

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Evangeline Securities provides investment banking services to lower middle market companies across a broad spectrum of industries. With offices in Lafayette and New Orleans, LA, the firm offers corporate finance, securities placement, M&A and restructuring expertise. Evangeline professionals bring their collective decades of experience to each assignment, having raised institutional capital and performed advisory services for deal sizes ranging from $20 million to over $200 million.Evangeline Securities was formed by a group of top tier Wall Street professionals with the singular goal of…

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• Jun 2025 Advised “Lift-Off” Pipe Supports in its sale to Delta Machine & Ironworks
• Nov 2023 Advised Longbranch Retreat and Recovery Centery in its sale to Abacus Investments
• Mar 2023 Advised KnowledgeVine in its sale to Alliant Insurance Services
• Dec 2021 Advised The Gauge House in its sale to Marigny Investments LLC

Tower Partners

2 Closed Deals via Axial 62 Total Closed Deals

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Founded in 2008, Tower Partners is a premier national investment bank servicing the lower middle market. The team at Tower Partners has completed engagements with more than $30 billion in transaction value. Tower Partners specialize in providing Wall Street level investment banking to Main Street, with a focus on family, founder, and entrepreneurial-led businesses. Tower Partners has established itself as the go-to advisor for middle-market clients seeking high-quality execution and strategic advisory. The firm is headquartered in Columbia, MD with offices in New York, NY, and Greenwich,…

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• Jun 2026 Advised Social Commerce Club in its sale to Podean
• May 2026 Advised Gulf Coast Crane Services, LLC in its sale to ProLift Rigging Company, LLC
• Mar 2026 Advised Inbounds LLC in its sale to Exact Customer
• Feb 2026 Advised Georgia Long-Term Care & Consulting in its sale to HealthDrive

Vercor

2 Closed Deals via Axial 13 Total Closed Deals

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VERCOR, a leading middle market mergers and acquisitions firm, serves business owners who are interested in selling all or part of their company or who are seeking a private equity recapitalization. Our team manages the entire process – business valuation, assessing the market value of a company, pre-sale planning, marketing, negotiations, and closing the best possible deal. VERCOR brings national and international resources to the job of selling a business in the mid-size market. VERCOR merger and acquisitions consultants provide worldwide resources usually available only to companies with…

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• Jan 2025 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Dec 2024 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Oct 2024 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Buyer
• Nov 2023 Advised AIC in its sale to MCE

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Falls River Group, LLC

2 Closed Deals via Axial 9 Total Closed Deals

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Falls River Group, LLC is a global Mergers and Acquisitions advisory firm based in Naples, FL. We differentiate ourselves from other investment banking firms through unique international capabilities and by achieving results that exceed our clients’ expectations. Our sell-side clients typically have annual revenues of $20MM to $250MM. They include both privately held companies and divestitures of publicly traded companies. Buyers range from private family wealth funds and private equity groups to Global 1000 companies. Extensive participation as a partner in IMAP provides our firm with…

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• Nov 2021 Advised Alphacord in its sale to CCS Growth Partners
• Dec 2018 Advised Undisclosed in its sale to Clavis Capital Partners
• Aug 2017 Advised Azimuth Technology, LLC in its sale to LongueVue Capital, Clavis Capital, Independent Bankers Capital Funds
• Apr 2017 Advised Harry Barker, Inc. in its sale to Mission Pets, Inc.

DelMorgan & Co

1 Closed Deal via Axial 90 Total Closed Deals

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Heading into 2026, the M&A landscape is building on momentum from a strong 2025, with dealmakers increasingly confident in strategic transactions that enhance competitive positioning. Across the market, this year is shaping up to see broader participation beyond headline megadeals, with middle-market activity gaining traction as financing conditions continue to provide tailwinds and private equity and strategic buyers are increasingly bullish about the deployment of capital. Interest rate expectations and macro signals remain decidedly positive, with a generally accommodative…

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• Oct 2025 Assisted Angry Chickz in securing debt financing from Saratoga Partners
• Sep 2025 Advised 2050 Partners in its sale to West Monroe
• Jul 2025 Assisted Confidential Company in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
• Dec 2024 Advised Mighty Pilates in its sale to Norbrook Equity Partners

Transact Capital Partners

1 Closed Deal via Axial 56 Total Closed Deals

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Backed by decades of expertise Transact Capital is a sell-side M&A firm focused on helping founders and sponsor-backed CEOs with enterprise value of $10M to $200M navigate the M&A journey. Experience within Business Services, SaaS & Technology, Industrials, Consumer, and Healthcare.

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• Apr 2025 Advised Intek Strength in its sale to National Gym Supply
• Mar 2025 Advised SML Packaging in its sale to Confidential Company
• Jan 2025 Advised RPS Barge in its sale to Management Buyout
• Dec 2024 Advised COATS Staffing Software in its sale to Harris Computer

Capital Canada Limited

1 Closed Deal via Axial 38 Total Closed Deals

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Capital Canada Limited is an independent investment banking firm providing expert, financial advice to corporations and entrepreneurs in Canada and abroad. With a focus in the private capital markets, Capital Canada brings to bear the application of innovative and independent financial skills, targeted towards the unique characteristics of its clients. Capital Canada recognizes that effective corporate finance requires evaluation of financial needs, an understanding of corporate goals, awareness of market attitudes, knowledge of funding sources, as well as an ability to develop the best…

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• Jul 2024 Advised Essential Turbines Inc. in its sale to Swift Anchor Holdings
• Jun 2024 Advised Steelhorse Freight Services Inc. in its sale to Wildwood Transport Inc.
• Mar 2024 Advised LJW Tank Lines in its sale to TFI International
• Jan 2024 Advised Bridgehead in its sale to Pilot Coffee Roasters

EBB Group

1 Closed Deal via Axial 26 Total Closed Deals

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EBB Group is a national boutique investment banking firm that provides select financial advisory services exclusively to middle-market companies with enterprise values from $10-500 million. With our transactional expertise, capital markets experience, industry sector background, and valuation knowledge, EBB Group assists middle-market executives, directors and investors in assessing various strategic alternatives, which may include mergers/acquisitions, divestitures and capital enhancement transactions (e.g., securities offerings). Because of our selectivity in choosing engagements, we have…

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• Jan 2020 Advised Wire Cut in its sale to Undisclosed
• Jul 2019 Advised Chris Andersen Roofing & Erecting Co in its sale to TectaAmerica
• Nov 2018 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Buyer
• Nov 2018 Advised AB Strech in its sale to Right Lane Capital LLC

Strategic Finance, Inc.

1 Closed Deal via Axial 17 Total Closed Deals

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Strategic Finance advises middle market companies in their growth and exit plans.​We offer private placement of debt and equity, negotiate mergers and acquisitions for company owners and find target acquisitions for private equity clients in a wide range of industries. We also offer the attention and focus of a boutique firm, with experienced professionals handling every transaction.​We have an established track record, sophisticated skills sets and industry operating experience that enable us to provide creative solutions and innovative strategies to meet your financial goals. Over 30…

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• Jan 2021 Advised Acuity Institute in its sale to Mindedge
• Apr 2019 Assisted Undisclosed in securing debt financing from Sterling Commercial Credit
• Apr 2018 Advised PaRaBaL in its sale to ISEC7
• Jan 2014 Advised Magic Valley Fresh Frozen in its sale to Speyside Equity

RLS Associates

1 Closed Deal via Axial 13 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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RLS Associates is a middle market private investment banking firm specializing in Mergers, Acquisitions, Divestitures and Strategic Management Consulting services to middle market companies with sales of $1M to $100M. RLS serves a wide variety of industries, including manufacturing, distribution, service and technology. The common theme to most assignments is that at least one of the parties to each transaction will be closely-held business.

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• Oct 2025 Advised L&R Installation, Inc. in its sale to The Symmetrical Group
• Jun 2025 Advised Rhoads & O’Hara Architectural Products, LLC in its sale to Richelieu America Ltd.
• Aug 2023 Advised Turf Management in its sale to Holganix
• Jul 2022 Advised Strinos in its sale to Quadshift

Now Capital Partners

1 Closed Deal via Axial 11 Total Closed Deals

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Now Capital Partners is a full-service investment bank specializing in capital raise, M&A, and long-term capital planning. The Now Capital team consists of experienced and knowledgeable finance professionals who have an extensive track record of success in lower- and middle-market capital raise and M&A transactions.

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• Jul 2026 Advised S&W Foundation in its sale to NorthEnd Associates
• Dec 2025 Advised Bair Medical Spa in its sale to Alpha Aesthetics
• Nov 2025 Advised Enchanted Medical Transport in its sale to Medstar Transportation
• Oct 2025 Advised DJ trailers in its sale to Endurance Holdings

NorthView Advisors LLC

1 Closed Deal via Axial 10 Total Closed Deals

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Founded in 2010, NorthView Advisors LLC is a boutique, independent investment banking firm with offices throughout the US. We specialize in providing capital raising, M&A, and strategic advisory services to lower- middle-market businesses and private equity firms nationwide.Our DNA consists of senior professionals with diversified skill sets and extensive transactional experiences that consistently deliver superior results for our clients––clients we consider Partners.Together we handle career and company-defining transactions from start to finish while you continue to focus on running…

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• Feb 2026 Advised Industrial Composites Manufacturer in its sale to Mearthane Products Corporation
• Oct 2025 Advised Crescent Constructors in its sale to Zachry Construction
• Jan 2025 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
• Nov 2024 Advised Robbins LLC in its sale to Confidential Company

41 North LLC

1 Closed Deal via Axial 9 Total Closed Deals

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41 North is a fully licensed Investment Bank which provides mergers & acquisition and growth capital advice to companies looking for high touch, professional, and experienced principal to principal service.Each of our Managing Directors has over 25 years of working experience in both domestic and international capital markets, with extensive experience communicating and negotiating with strategic or financial buyers.  With our expansive history of Wall Street experience, past entrepreneurial ventures and deals, we strive to bring expertise and professionalism to the middle market when…

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• Dec 2025 Advised Project Water on an investment from Syndicate of Private Equity
• Oct 2025 Advised Project Lemon Lime on an investment from Italian Branded Juice Co
• Sep 2023 Advised TJ Russoc on an investment from Treaty Oak
• Sep 2017 Advised Daphne's California Greek in its sale to Elite Restaurant Group

Skyway Capital Markets

1 Closed Deal via Axial 7 Total Closed Deals

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Skyway Capital is a leading middle-market investment bank specializing in mergers & acquisitions, capital markets, and private capital advisory services.

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• Dec 2024 Advised American Aluminum Accessories, LLC. in its sale to Gamber Johnson
• Sep 2024 Advised REDCON Solutions Group in its sale to Sciath Security, LLC
• Jul 2024 Advised UCPM Environmental Insurance on an investment from Bregal Sagemount
• Jun 2024 Advised Aqua ChemPacs, LLC in its sale to Solenis

Global Capital Markets Incorporated

1 Closed Deal via Axial 7 Total Closed Deals

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At Global Capital Markets we specialize in middle market transactions. We take a no-nonsense approach to achieving results in virtually all situations. This approach has made us a leading West Coast financial services provider. For over fifteen years, our team has offered companies a unique blend of sophisticated financial expertise and access to the global marketplace of buyers, sellers and financiers. In order to serve our clients to the fullest extent we generally focus our services on manufacturing, distribution, service and retail companies with revenues between $10 million and $200…

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• Aug 2023 Advised Aremac Associates, Inc. in its sale to TESSEC
• Aug 2023 Advised L Tech Network Services, Inc. in its sale to JK Holdings, LLC
• Oct 2022 Advised Weber Plywood & Lumber Co. in its sale to Sierra Forest Products
• Sep 2021 Advised Endural LLC in its sale to Salt Creek Capital

CEA Group

1 Closed Deal via Axial 7 Total Closed Deals

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Founded in 1973, CEA has developed a reputation for consistently exceeding client expectations with a very high level of integrity and professionalism. CEA has advised on over 900 transactions in approximately 60 countries. Our clients rely on us as their trusted advisor and we take that responsibility very seriously. Every business is a derivative of something, and when you’ve been around as long as CEA, you’ve had experience in many different circumstances. In considering Business Development, Financial Advisory Services, Investment Banking or Strategic Advisory Services, CEA believes…

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• Nov 2017 Advised Undisclosed in its sale to SouthWorth Capital
• Feb 2016 Advised Hygea Healthcare on an investment from Macquarie Group
• Dec 2015 Assisted DSM in securing debt financing from BBVA Compass
• Jun 2015 Advised United Country Real Estate in its sale to McCarthy Capital

Merit Investment Bank

1 Closed Deal via Axial 6 Total Closed Deals

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Merit Investment Bank is a leading boutique investment bank focused on middle market companies. We are experts in M&A transaction execution and closing. We combine decades of experience with technical expertise, tenacity, creativity, and dedication to ensure not only that a transaction is closed, but that it is closed in our client’s best interest. We deliver market-leading outcomes by applying the integrity, intelligence, insight, instinct, and intensity of a trusted advisor, with no conflicts. We provide end-to-end M&A advisory services, utilizing our…

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• Mar 2018 Advised Undisclosed in its sale to Traverse Pointe Partners
• Oct 2016 Advised STONEFIRE Grill, Inc. in its sale to Goode Partners
• Nov 2015 Advised Pro-Vac LLC in its sale to Peninsula Capital Partners LLC and Silver Peak Partners
• Jul 2015 Advised Saxton Bradley on an investment from Undisclosed Party