Top Human Resource & Employment Services Independent Sponsors with Recent Private M&A Activity

1,147

Active Firms

27,536

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$15M

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

Four Count Holdings, LLC

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Four Count Holdings is a private investment firm dedicated to fostering growth in founder and family-owned businesses. Established in 2022 by Jon Bonem, the firm specializes in strategic partnerships that support the expansion and development of its portfolio companies. With a focus on private investments, Four Count Holdings manages a diverse portfolio of companies, leveraging its expertise to drive success and innovation within the lower middle market. The firm operates with a small, specialized team, emphasizing personalized attention and tailored strategies to meet the unique needs of…

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Arla Capital, LLC

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After eight years running M&A at Anheuser Busch InBev, decided to pursue my passion for entrepreneurship through acquisition. Looking for one business to buy and run that I can grow both organically and inorganically. Previously ran an independent sponsor focused on acquiring distressed assets, and had several successful exits.

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Kilbirnie Capital

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Independent sponsor focused on services sectors (asset light financial/insurance services, blue collar services, and property management). Deep experience in financial & business services. 10 years of experience in large cap and middle market PE & investment banking.Billions of $ in equity invested across 5 buy-side acquisitions

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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.

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nusakti corporation

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NUSAKTI Corporation is a strategic business platform dedicated to acquiring, building, and scaling high-potential ventures, particularly in the trading and manufacturing sectors. As a conglomerate, NUSAKTI focuses on leveraging its expertise to foster growth and development within its portfolio companies. By strategically investing in and managing these ventures, NUSAKTI aims to create value and drive innovation across its business operations. Its approach is centered around identifying promising opportunities and nurturing them to achieve their full potential, thereby contributing to the…

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Okome Holdings LLC

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Okome Holdings is an investment firm that is looking to partner with shareholders and management teams of high-quality financial and business services companies.

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Amaranth Acquisitions

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Amaranth Acquisitions was named in honor of my family's resilience. During a time of unimaginable hardship—while surviving genocide—the amaranth was one of the few foods my grandparents and parents could afford. It sustained them when almost nothing else could.Amaranth is more than just a grain. It's a superfood, one of the few that contains all nine essential amino acids. It nourishes deeply, despite its humble origins.That's the spirit I bring to every acquisition: to help them grow, endure and continue a legacy. Like the amaranth itself, I believe in quiet strength, meaningful…

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LK Growth Partners

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LK Growth Partners backs the people who build great B2B services companies. We partner with entrepreneurs and management teams - often in industrials, though we follow strong businesses wherever they are - and bring the capital, resources, and operating muscle to accelerate growth.We invest in people first. Small businesses are the backbone of families and communities, and we understand what's at stake when an owner decides to take on a partner. Our job is to help you scale faster, build something durable, and reach the financial and personal goals that made you start in the first place.

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Inversion Capital

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Inversion is a holding company that acquires and owns small, founder-owned businesses for the long term. We buy companies with durable core services, modernize the operations around them, and help owners grow into the desired next phases of the business. We are a lean team of four that focuses on building relationships with founders.

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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.

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Runway Holdings

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Hey i'm Matt Stein, VP of Business Development at Runway Holdings. Runway Holdings is a Toronto based permanent capital investment partnership. We invest our own capital to acquire mission critical business built to withstand the test of time. We have no fund, no LPs, and no exit timelines. A unicorn buyer with patient capital committed to doing right by the owners, communities, and legacies we partner with.

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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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Harbor Street Capital LLC

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At Harbor Street Capital our mission is simple - to acquire a great American company and continue the seller's legacy. As founders with a family history of entrepreneurship, we, too, know the sweat, the passion, and the unwavering commitment it takes to build something from scratch. We are not a private equity firm seeking short-term profits at the expense of employees and the communities they serve. We are operators and entrepreneurs that will safeguard the essence of your legacy. Together, we'll build upon this strong foundation, propelling your company to even greater heights.

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Robert Rose Capital

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Robert Rose Capital (“RRC”) is a private investment firm with a mission to build strong companies by leading with intention. RRC makes control investments in companies seeking an ownership succession or with strong leadership teams interested in recapitalizing the business to accelerate it’s growth trajectory. Our investment strategy is to employ a buy-and-build approach with companies in fragmented industries with significant tailwinds. RRC believes through diligent discipline, companies can achieve transformational growth by utilizing an appropriate capital structure and financial…

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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.

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ClearPort Capital

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20+ years in commercial real estate (acquisitions, development, leasing, management), preceded by business development roles at publicly traded tech and media companies including Expedia and Live Nation. I also grew an acquired CRE blog into a multi-city publication (5x readers, 8x revenue) before exiting. I now represent equity partners acquiring an established, Southern California-operable business with recurring revenue and an existing customer base, ideally in equipment rental or services to commercial clients like schools and government. Target purchase price up to $12 million, able to…

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BluePlus Co

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We are an operator-minded buyer seeking to acquire and actively lead a small service-based business. Our primary areas of interest include government contracting, professional services, staffing, training, IT/cyber, program support, and related B2B services. We bring nearly two decades of hands-on experience in government contracting, with a focus on the work that matters most in smaller service businesses: leading teams, managing client relationships, overseeing contract delivery, supporting proposals and recompetes, coordinating staffing needs, protecting customer trust, and keeping…

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Brunstetter Capital

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I am an experienced operator who has acquired and managed a business previously. Well capitalized personally and via debt and equity investor relationships. I'm looking for the next opportunity. Industry agnostic.

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Impact Invest Corp

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Impact Invest Corp is a private equity firm dedicated to making control investments in established companies that deliver significant social impact. The firm strategically targets sectors that align with its mission to generate both profitability and positive societal effects. By leveraging its expertise in finance and investments, Impact Invest Corp seeks to achieve true alpha, combining financial returns with sustainable growth. With a focus on creating deep positive impact throughout society, the firm has successfully built a portfolio of over 20 companies, underscoring its commitment to…

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Stonegate Commercial Partners

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Stonegate Commercial Partners is an operator-led holding company focused on acquiring and growing lower middle market businesses in the Southeast. We target businesses with strong customer relationships, recurring revenue characteristics, and opportunities for operational and commercial improvement. Our background includes executive leadership in revenue management, analytics, commercial strategy, and operational transformation across complex corporate carve-outs, integrations, and growth environments. We are focused on long-term ownership and partnership-oriented transitions with founders…

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Firms in the Human Resource & Employment Services 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.

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.

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Human Resource & Employment Services Independent Sponsors is $3M-$15M, 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.

Relevant Business Services 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 1,147 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Business Services.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Human Resource & Employment Services Independent Sponsors directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Business Services, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

When comparing Independent Sponsors with experience in Business Services, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 1,147 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

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 Human Resource & Employment Services Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.

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