Top Independent Sponsors with Recent Private M&A Activity

Cities

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States

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Countries

Britain (UK) Canada United States

2,145

Active Firms

36,178

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$15M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range

Top Sectors by Activity

Industrials 46%

Technology 10%

Healthcare 10%

Business Services 9%

Consumer Goods 7%

Key Attributes

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

Flight Equity

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We are a well-capitalized partnership focused on acquiring high quality business services and core infrastructure assets. We both hold MBAs from Columbia Business School and possess over 20 years of combined experience in roles that have ranged from institutional private equity investing to public company leadership. Our goal is to seek investment opportunities that allow for both organic growth and value creation through follow-on acquisitions. As an investment group, we aim to evaluate opportunities with first principles thinking and do not dismiss assets due to the presence of an…

Recent Transactions

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Turner Mountain Holding Co.

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Turner Mountain Holding Co. is a privately held acquisition vehicle focused on acquiring and operating commercial and institutional service businesses in Central Virginia. We buy to move to active management and hold for the long term — not a fund cycle. Our principals have backgrounds in institutional finance and technology. We're looking for businesses with durable economics where an engaged owner-operator has built something real and where the right successor can run it better. We are well-capitalized for the right deal and patient.

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Ikoyenia Growth Partners

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Ikoyenia is a search fund established to identify and acquire scalable cashflowing commercial services businesses in the distributed energy, electrical, water/wastewater, and logistic/distribution sectors.

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Technology
Southeastern U.S. Healthcare AI Services Platform

NDA Available CIM Available South Atlantic

Revenue

$7.7M

EBITDA

$3.0M

Margin

39%

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Industrials
Scaled Public-Sector HVAC Contracting Platform

NDA Available CIM Available Middle Atlantic

Revenue

$53.5M

EBITDA

$7.2M

Margin

13%

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Energy & Renewables
Clean Energy Services Platform With EBITDA

NDA Available CIM Available Mountain

Revenue

$14.7M

EBITDA

$5.2M

Margin

35%

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Technology
Recurring Managed IT Services Provider

NDA Available CIM Available West South Central

Revenue

$2.3M

EBITDA

$1.1M

Margin

49%

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Business Services
Human Performance And Safety Consulting Provider

NDA Available CIM Available West South Central

Revenue

$8.7M

EBITDA

$2.7M

Margin

31%

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Mobility VC

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MobilityVC, is a venture capital firm specialising in investments in startups and scale-ups within the mobility sectors. The firm focuses on areas such as automotive, connectivity, autonomy, shared mobility, energy, and logistics. With a team of experts experienced in M&A and corporate finance, MobilityVC leverages its deep industry knowledge to support companies from Seed to Series C stages. The firm is committed to driving the mobility revolution by partnering with innovative companies across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, aiming to transform the future of transportation and energy…

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Shaw Ventures, Ltd

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We are a diversified group of companies with operations in 17 countries across Latin America and Europe, spanning industrials, logistics, financial services and consumer sectors. We are now establishing a U.S.-based private equity arm to pursue lower middle market acquisitions. We bring deep operational expertise, long-term capital, and the ability to add strategic value. We are focused on partnering with founders, family-owned businesses, and operators seeking succession or growth support.

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Legit Consulting Group

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First executive hire at TurnPoint Services, an OMERS-backed HVAC, plumbing, and electrical roll-up that grew from 4 to 42 operating companies through 38 acquisitions and recapitalized at $1.05B. Later President and COO of a PE-backed HVAC, lawn, and pest platform. I partner with institutional capital on a deal-by-deal basis and stay hands-on after close. Acquiring founder-led residential services businesses: HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and adjacent trades.

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Dutter Capital Partners

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Dutter Capital Partners is a private equity firm dedicated to acquiring and growing privately held businesses. With a focus on sustainable business growth, the firm provides financial advisory services to support the scaling of private enterprises. Dutter Capital Partners aims to foster strong partnerships with businesses, leveraging its expertise to enhance operational efficiencies and drive long-term value creation. The firm is committed to identifying opportunities that align with its strategic vision, ensuring successful outcomes for its portfolio companies.

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Cjpetti Enterprise

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Independent sponsor focused on acquiring operating energy, infrastructure, and other real asset–backed businesses. Investment criteria emphasize existing, cash-flowing assets with established operations rather than development or early-stage projects. Experience includes sourcing opportunities, evaluating transactions, negotiating terms, and coordinating diligence and execution with legal, financial, and operating counterparties. Transactions are pursued on a deal-by-deal basis with accredited equity partners.

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Ever Fresh Group LLC

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Operator-led investment group focused on acquiring and scaling home service businesses across Alaska and the Las Vegas Metro. Current owners of service based companies with hands on operational experience driving growth, and improving margins. Mainly targeting HVAC, plumbing, and electrical businesses with $500K–$1M+ EBITDA and established operations. Approach centers on disciplined underwriting, operational execution, and long-term ownership while maintaining continuity for employees and customers.

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Capital Creek Investments

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Capital Creek Investments is an Aspen, Colorado based firm focused on real estate and related company investments. We have a diversified portfolio of investments.

Recent Transactions

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Integrity Growth Partners

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Founded in 2018, Integrity Growth Partners is a growth private equity firm focused on investing in high-growth software and tech-enabled services businesses led by exceptional management teams. As of September 2023, Integrity Growth Partners has over $550 million in assets under management across its fund and investment vehicles.We believe that the foundation for exceptional growth in any company starts with its team. We bring complementary strategic, operational, and financial resources to our portfolio companies.We partner with exceptional management teams to accelerate growth. We invest…

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Rally Sky Capital

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Independent sponsor seeking business services investments. Decade+ of private equity experience in the middle market. Focus on marketing services, information services, travel services, legal services and the event ecosystem.

Recent Transactions

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Bafton Group

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Bafton Inc. is a parent company established in Canada and Looking to acquire and lead a manufacturing or service company in Southern Ontario, Canada generating $500k-$2M Seller Discretionary Earnings.

Recent Transactions

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Roots & Revenue

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I’m an investor in the Sun Belt who has previously exited as an operator to PE for 8 figures in the landscape industry.We were a top 3 net profit % performing company nationwide prior to exit. After learning much through our sale — do’s, don’t’s, and everything inbetween — I’m now looking into heading my own roll up.

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Helium Capital

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Helium Capital is a buyout independent sponsor in Houston, Tx. We invest across industries in MRO Facilities & Industrial Field Services Companies with varying degrees of institutional infrastructure in place. The Helium team brings an average of 20 years per Managing Partner across disciplines of Finance, Operations, Talent, and Capital Raising. The team collectively have invested $400M+ across Venture, PE, and Real Estate encompassing 60+ operating companies. Helium Capital strives to create value through implementing, optimizing, and scaling the institutional infrastructure…

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SH Holdings Group

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SH Holdings is a diversified holding company with a dedicated focus on advising, buying, and building beautiful businesses. We care about special products, extraordinary customer service, and providing our businesses with the needs it deserves.

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SillettiX

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SillettiX is a privately owned holding company focused on acquiring and operating exceptional home service and service-based businesses for the long term. We are active buyers looking for profitable companies with strong teams, loyal customer bases, and opportunities for continued growth through operational improvements, technology, and marketing. We value what owners have built and aim to preserve their culture and legacy while continuing to grow the business. We are flexible on deal structure and are open to SBA financing, seller financing, earn-outs, equity rollovers, and other creative…

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Fallsview Procurement, LLC

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The Livingston Group, LLC is a prominent real estate development company based in Los Angeles, California, specializing in industrial and data center projects. Under the leadership of Evan since 2021, the company has expanded its platform to include a growing industrial and data center development division, positioning itself at the forefront of the digital infrastructure space. The firm offers strategic consulting and procurement services for data center developers, operators, and investors across the United States. With a focus on large-scale infrastructure projects, The Livingston Group…

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Pontis Group LLC

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Pontis Group is a purpose-driven investment and advisory firm located in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, specializing in lower-middle market industrial companies. The firm focuses on niche manufacturing, specialty products, and sectors such as sensors, controls, automation, and instrumentation. Pontis Group offers a range of advisory services including strategy and lean management, digital transformation, M&A diligence and integration, and valuation. With a strong emphasis on strategic investments, Pontis Group manages a diverse portfolio of companies, leveraging its expertise to drive growth and…

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First Quarter Capital

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First Quarter Capital is an entrepreneurial, private investment firm dedicated to identifying, acquiring, and operating profitable, enduring businesses. We focus on manufacturing and service companies in Western Canada, with a strong emphasis on the Energy industry. Our mission is to deliver a rewarding and reliable succession opportunity for owner-operators—one that respects their legacy and the years of dedication, care, and craftsmanship invested in building an exceptional business.

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Firms in the 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 Independent Sponsors is $3M-$15M, with a core EBITDA range of $500K-$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.

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