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DoubleBlue Capital Management, L.P. Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 5 Total Closed Deals
About DoubleBlueIn 2015 Tomas Arlia founded DoubleBlue Capital Management with a mission to create an enduring alternatives platform, distinguished by best-in-class returns, processes, people and culture. We invest long-term capital into private investments, opportunistic special situations and multimanager hedge funds, continuing what Tomas did while managing GE Pension’s $3bn hedge fund portfolio and another $1.5bn in private equity investments. We bring to bear our experience across the capital structure in public and private markets to deliver differentiated investment ideas with…
Most Recent Transactions
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Mar 2024
acquired
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Jan 2023
acquired
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Jun 2022
acquired
Investor
Oct 2021
acquired

Kairos Capital Group Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 5 Total Closed Deals
About:Kairos Companies is a firm established in 2018 dedicated to owning and operating family-owned businesses across the United States. At Kairos, we take pride in providing creative solutions for business owners in need of a transition. Beyond the initial transaction, Kairos constantly strives to provide the best home for our businesses. With an indefinite investment horizon, Kairos acts as a family for our companies: nurturing growth, mentoring managers, and maintaining the outstanding legacy of the founding family.The Greeks had two words for time: “chronos” and…
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2019
acquired
Investor
Jun 2019
acquired
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May 2019
acquired
Investor
Mar 2019
acquired

Four Pillars Investors Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 5 Total Closed Deals
Four Pillars Investors is an investment company founded on four core values, or pillars. We purchase and operate small businesses with the intention of owning the business for the long-term. Though we seek involvement in our investments, our intention is to support without becoming a burden. It is our intention to work together to achieve shared success. We are NOT looking to clean house or restructure.Our values combine traditional and more progressive elements. Some of the more traditional elements might even be considered old-fashioned or naïve but there are several cultural norms of…
Most Recent Transactions
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Sep 2020
acquired
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Aug 2019
acquired
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Dec 2018
acquired
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Sep 2017
acquired

Exonas Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
Exonas Capital is a private investment firm focused on investing in high-quality businesses that have reached strategic, operational, or financial inflection points and stand to benefit from our proven value creation playbook irrespective of the prevailing economic environment. We are focused on four key sectors, including the niche consumer, business services (including SaaS and DaaS), industrials, and non-reimbursement-based healthcare services sectors. Our mandate is flexible and we can invest in a wide variety of transactions, including founder and family-owned companies, corporate…
Most Recent Transactions
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Jun 2025
acquired
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Nov 2021
acquired
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Jan 2021
acquired
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May 2020
acquired

Bond Bakery Brands, Ltd. Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
Our Bond. Bringing Growing Bakeries Together.Bond Bakery Brands Ltd. is a stakeholder-focused investment platform accelerating the growth of bakery companies.Our Mission. To show that food companies can both grow and be impact-leaders.
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2021
acquired
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Jul 2021
invested in
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Oct 2020
acquired
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Jun 2019
acquired

Lowe Capital Management LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
About UsLowe Capital is a private investment firm focused on investing in and actively managing U.S. based companies in the lower-middle market. We believe in investing in quality, growth-oriented platforms and partnering with strong management teams to create long-term value both organically and through add-on acquisitions.​We tailor deal structuring to the seller’s and business’ needs and commit to an efficient and discrete diligence process to ensure minimal disruptions to daily operations. We look to transition the ownership of the business in a seamless and constructive…
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Jul 2023
acquired
Investor
Jun 2021
acquired
Investor
Nov 2020
acquired

Albion River Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
Albion River (“Albion”) is a private direct investment firm, with a focus on Aerospace, Defense, and Government related businesses. The common thread between all of our investments is they operate in highly regulated industries and have limited correlation with the broader U.S. economy.Our capital comes exclusively from a handful of families, enabling us to hold businesses until they have reached their potential under our stewardship. Albion’s team has significant experience operating in regulated industries (e.g. insurance, healthcare, defense), collectively served under 7 different…
Most Recent Transactions
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May 2020
acquired
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Apr 2020
acquired
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Mar 2019
acquired
Investor
Dec 2015
invested in

SPUR Acquisitions Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
SPUR is accelerating the succession process for business owners by bringing capital and proven leadership to every portfolio company we acquire. SPUR's unique model focuses on hiring outstanding CEOs and enabling them to select, acquire, and grow great businesses in a simple and fair transaction process.Each of SPUR's Operating Partners is seeking to acquire a business, transition into the role of CEO, and execute the growth plan. To find out more about our Operating Partners and their areas of focus, see the active projects in our profile.At its core, SPUR is in the business of building…
Most Recent Transactions
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Dec 2021
acquired
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Jul 2021
acquired
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Dec 2020
acquired
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Sep 2020
acquired

Galaxi Group Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
Galaxi Group is a family office backed independent sponsor focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. We consider ourselves entrepreneurial capital partnering with management teams and entrepreneurs to achieve next level success.
Most Recent Transactions
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Jul 2025
acquired
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Aug 2021
acquired
Investor
Jul 2017
acquired
Investor
Dec 2016
acquired

F2H Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
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…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Apr 2023
acquired
Investor
Apr 2019
acquired
Investor
Sep 2016
acquired
Investor
Feb 2013
acquired

Bearing Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
Bearing Partners is an independent financial sponsor that invests in lower middle-market companies. We seek to invest in businesses $1M to $8M of EBITDA with a strong management team and the potential for significant growth. We prefer to partner with the management team or founder(s) in control investments in industries including consumer products and services, business services, oil & gas, technology, industrial & manufacturing, etc. We have a low leverage approach in structuring transactions and no required hold period which allows for flexibility for each specific situation.
Most Recent Transactions
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Oct 2024
invested in
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Nov 2023
acquired
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Nov 2022
acquired
Investor
Nov 2021
acquired

Hemingway Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Hemingway Capital is an operationally oriented investment firm that specializes in growing lower middle-market industrial companies. We offer creative, flexible capital and deep operating experience to optimize and grow our partner companies. We invest in fundamentally sound businesses possessing a competitive advantage, recurring demand for products or services, and favorable macro trends. We stand beside management teams, family businesses, and business owners as a preferred investor in lower middle market industrial businesses that adds value beyond capital.
Most Recent Transactions
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Feb 2022
acquired
Investor
Mar 2021
acquired
Investor
Oct 2019
acquired

Eigen Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Eigen is a lower mid-market investment firm specialized in corporate carve-outs and complex situations. We focus on acquiring (i) non-core business units that no longer fit their corporate parent’s strategy or (ii) somewhat undermanaged private businesses - from breakeven/loss-making situations up to $20m EBITDA.
Most Recent Transactions
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Sep 2012
invested in
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Oct 2011
invested in
Investor
Apr 2011
invested in

Jupiter Holdings Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Jupiter Holdings LLC is a Newport Beach, California-based private investment firm specializing in alternative investments and the pursuit of superior absolute returns. Founded in 1997 by Edmond F. St. Geme, Jupiter is backed by more than $1 billion of discretionary institutional capital and is highly opportunistic in its pursuit of extraordinary risk-adjusted returns in three primary areas: real estate, private equity, and marketable securities.
Most Recent Transactions
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Feb 2018
acquired
Investor
Apr 2017
acquired
Investor
Jan 2004
acquired

Osgood Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Private equity firm that is focused on facilitating accelerated growth while achieving sustainable competitive advantages for small and middle market companies preferably in partnership with management but can bring new resources if required. Investors primarily include owners and managers who have successfully grown businesses in past and are interested in providing their expertise when relevant to our investments . Transaction experience includes doing over 25 acquisitions with combined total transaction value well over a billions of dollars.
Most Recent Transactions
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Jul 2019
acquired
Investor
Aug 2018
acquired
Investor
Apr 2010
acquired

Third Arch Investments Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Third Arch is a Philadelphia-based private investment firm making long-term investments in high quality small businessesLocally-focused and collaborative, we partner with strong management teams to help businesses continue their success, enhance profitability, and drive scalable, sustainable growth
Most Recent Transactions
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Jul 2025
acquired
Investor
Aug 2024
acquired
Investor
Jul 2023
acquired

Madison Lake Capital LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Madison Lake Capital focuses on lower middle market companies that have a great history of stable cash flow generation. Based in Wisconsin, we are focused on unlocking value and attain growth organically by working with management teams to implement tailored best in class technology solutions and process systems irrespective of the sector. We prioritize and respect a company’s culture and take extra care in maintaining that through our transformation initiatives. We offer management teams interested in buying out business from the current owners capital and transaction support. Our…
Most Recent Transactions
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Jan 2025
acquired
Investor
Aug 2024
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired

Tenaz Capital Co. Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Our strategy is to build a portfolio of leading businesses using a long-term buy and build approach. We provide our portfolio companies with professional management expertise, financial resources, and high potential human capital to accelerate their growth
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired

Concorde Equity Partners LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Concorde Equity Partners is a fundless sponsor that helps entrepreneurs source and acquire small businesses. We search for businesses that meet our Entrepreneur in Residences' criteria, conduct initial diligence and negotiations, and manage the close process including securing financing.
Most Recent Transactions
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Dec 2024
secured debt financing from
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Nov 2024
secured investment from
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Sep 2024
secured investment from

Dawn Patrol Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
With a professional career spanning over 15 years, Dawn Patrol's founder has been intricately involved in 11 completed equity platform transactions in the healthcare and business services space totaling over $750 million of invested equity. Nine of the transactions involved partnering with the original founder - we have the tools to help develop and support your strategic vision.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Mar 2022
acquired
Investor
Jul 2020
acquired

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