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Top General Merchandise Stores Independent Sponsors

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General Merchandise Stores Independent Sponsors

584

Active Firms

18,508

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$16M

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

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Two Oaks Enterprises

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Two Oaks Enterprises is a business acquisition company dedicated to buying and growing small businesses. The company focuses on preserving the legacy of these businesses while driving lasting impact in local communities. In addition to its business acquisition activities, Two Oaks Enterprises manages a diverse portfolio of real estate assets, including mixed-use short and long-term multi and single-family rentals. The company is owned by Nick and Yamira Sullivan, who have expanded their ventures from real estate investments into acquiring and nurturing small and medium sized businesses. Their…

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Haywood Ventures

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Haywood Capital is seeking to acquire middle market companies to steward for the long term. With balance sheet stable capital we have the ability to plan for the long-term growth of the companies we acquire.

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Wildrose Capital Corp.

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Wildrose Capital is a self-funded Private Equity firm with a focus on Canadian businesses. We take pride in working closely with our portfolio companies to effect growth and value for all stakeholders.

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Engineering Investors

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We are acquiring engineering and other AEC firms in the United States. Typically with $500k-$3MM of EBITDA. We are aiming to build the next AECOM or similar holding company that covers the full breadth of AEC and can provide adequate invest in tech and AI for these companies to grow and thrive. We are actively looking at deals in the United States.

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Vel Consulting LLC

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Wayne Veldsman is the President & Co-founder of Vel.Consulting. We are partnered with Asset Automation to actively purchase and renovate digital businesses.Wayne has been in the online business world since 2016 and has launched and grown multiple businesses over the last 7 years.After starting his first business in 2014, Wayne successfully launched and scaled a digital marketing agency to a 7-figure valuation before deciding to exit in 2019, to pursue other ventures.Wayne actively works with entrepreneurs and businesses who are looking to take massive action and create drastic changes in…

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Elmore Group LLC

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Elmore Group LLC is a business acquisition firm that focuses on acquiring and expanding small businesses within the media, supply chain, and home services sectors. As a private company, Elmore Group LLC is dedicated to identifying exceptional businesses and fostering their growth through strategic acquisitions and management. Their expertise lies in enhancing the operational capabilities and market reach of the businesses they acquire, ensuring sustainable growth and success in their respective industries.

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Paul Weber

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Distribution Company. Solid sales over 12 years and recently growing the company aggressively local with plans in coming years to grow in other regions. Niche product line of value priced components, great list of loyal customers.

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Casa Mara

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We buy businesses and partner with employers for the long haul to: Empower People, Strengthen Communities, and Regenerate Land. We are a permanent capital investment partner in business for people and the places they live.

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Bespin Capital

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Bespin Capital is part of a multi-family office focused on real estate and boutique private equity investments. The combined family office holds over $100 million in assets, including significant real estate and franchise operating business holdings.

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Sharon Park

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I am a NY-based independent buyer seeking to acquire and grow a quality B2B service business in the NY metro area. I bring 10+ years of operational and financial experience from Goldman Sachs, Uber, and high-growth tech companies, along with an MBA from Wharton. Most recently, I was the first commercial hire and acting COO of a tech startup where I built GTM from the ground up.I'm pursuing this full-time with access to family capital and SBA financing, targeting businesses with $650K-$1.2M in SDE. I'm looking for companies with recurring revenue models and minimal day to day owner involvement…

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DAO Group

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Entrepreneurial operator with a strategy background, actively seeking to acquire and grow businesses with $500K–$1.5M in EBITDA. Focus on essential services with recurring cash flow, strong teams, and durable customer bases. Target sectors include automotive services, light industrial, education, and culturally aligned food concepts. Long-term ownership mindset with operational support and reinvestment capacity. Open to both 100% acquisitions and majority recapitalizations.

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Kincaid Family Holdings, LLC

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Actively seeking strong cash-flowing companies with scalable teams and clear growth potential. While our core focus includes construction, concrete, and development, we are fully open to exceptional opportunities in any sector that demonstrate great fundamentals and operational scale.

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NJK Partners

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NJK Partners (NJK) is a thematic private alternative investment firm focused on opportunistically acquiring and scaling family-friendly assets, with an emphasis on opportunities often located in underserved communities throughout the United States. Kevin (Founder of NJK) has extensive experience in finance, having previously served as an Alternative Investment Research Analyst with a focus on private equity and real estate investing. In this role, he developed a comprehensive understanding of investment analysis and demonstrated a consistent ability to identify and evaluate opportunities…

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North Shore Partners

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Primarily focusing on purchasing a business focused on B2B but also willing to look at B2C businesses. Not interested in HVAC,landscaping,restaurants,laundromats. Open to operating a business and also buying a business with management in place.Funding will come from Personal savings, family wealth, and family & friend investors.

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Makalu Capital

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Makalu Capital is focused on investing in B2B technology and industrial companies that have the potential to achieve strong and sustained growth. We specialize in providing capital and strategic support to businesses that are looking to expand and scale their operations, and we have a strong track record of helping our portfolio companies reach their full potential.Our team has a deep understanding of the B2B sector and extensive experience working with companies in a wide range of industries. We are committed to partnering with management teams to develop and execute strategies that drive…

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NRSN Property Management

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We are actively looking to acquire SME businesses throughout North America. Currently focused in SFR and commercial real estate. We are active in the Buffalo/Toronto and New York City markets, but open to other regions.

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BC Holdings

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Chartered AccountantMaster’s Degree in Finance Past experience includes real estate and private equity investing on behalf of public REITs and private investment groups, primarily across British Columbia and Ontario.

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Madison Lane Capital

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Madison Lane focuses on acquiring and operating one company at a time. We’re backed by several family offices, and my partner and I intend to run each business ourselves – remaining deeply involved in day-to-day operations. Both of us spent the past decade on Wall Street before launching Madison Lane.

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Unity Point Capital

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Unity Point Capital is a lower middle market private equity firm focused on control investments in industrials, consumer, and business services companies with $3 to $15+ million of EBITDA. We specialize in partnering with closely held, entrepreneur- and family-owned businesses across the United States.We target investment opportunities where we are uniquely positioned to drive lasting value creation through our experience and relationships. Our approach is to work alongside management teams to unlock the full potential of their businesses through accelerating organic growth, optimizing…

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Optimus Capital

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Curtis Eggemeyer is a driven entrepreneur, investor, and operator with a passion for building enduring companies that shape the future, value the present and honor the past while creating opportunities for high performing teams to thrive in their environment. Within the last two decades, Curtis has founded, scaled, and successfully exited multiple businesses across consumer products, chemical manufacturing, and private label development — including leading Lemi Shine from a small household brand into a nationally recognized category disruptor, culminating in a strategic exit.Today, Curtis…

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Frequently Asked Questions

How are Independent Sponsors in this directory ordered?

Firms in the General Merchandise Stores 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 General Merchandise Stores Independent Sponsors?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for General Merchandise Stores Independent Sponsors is $3M-$16M, 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.

How important is Retail experience when evaluating Independent Sponsors?

Relevant Retail 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 584 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Retail.

Do all Independent Sponsors in this directory focus exclusively on Retail?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the General Merchandise Stores Independent Sponsors directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Retail, 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 Retail?

When comparing Independent Sponsors with experience in Retail, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 584 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with General Merchandise Stores 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 General Merchandise Stores Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.

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