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Independent Sponsors

2,193

Active Firms

37,311

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$15M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range

Top Sectors by Activity

Industrials 47%
Technology 10%
Healthcare 9%
Business Services 9%
Consumer Goods 7%

Key Attributes

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

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M2 Capital

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M2 Capital invests in founder- and family-owned businesses that deliver essential services in mission-critical end markets. With 15+ years of combined private equity experience across industrial, healthcare, and other regulated sectors, our co-founders bring institutional capital relationships and a collaborative, partnership-first approach to help leading companies achieve their next phase of growth.

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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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Pronghorn Equity Partners

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Pronghorn Equity Partners is a private equity firm dedicated to acquiring established small businesses. They serve as a long-term buyer for business owners and M&A brokers, focusing on the seamless transition of small business ownership. Pronghorn Equity Partners operates nationwide, providing a reliable exit strategy for small business owners looking to transition their life's work into capable hands. Their approach emphasizes commitment and reliability, ensuring that the businesses they acquire continue to thrive under new ownership.

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Broad Run

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At Broad Run we seek to own exceptional businesses with the potential to deliver 5x, 10x, or even 25x+ equity returns over our holding period.  These opportunities are rare, so we make new investments infrequently, and are patient, constructive, long-term partners to our portfolio companies.   This approach reflects the views of our three founding members, refined over more than 20 years working together.  Broad Run was founded in 2012, and is located in Arlington, VA, just outside Washington, D.C.  As of 6/31/26, we have $689 million of assets under…

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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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Everoak Holdings

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Owner operator, long-term hold, family office fund no financing contingencies in our offers. Seeking durable businesses with strong cash flow characteristics for buy and build, and serial acquisition growth strategies.

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Revolution Institute

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Revolution Institute is a mission-driven non-profit committed to reducing wealth inequality and strengthening local economic resilience. We are focused on acquiring and converting small businesses into employee-owned enterprises - preserving local jobs, building community wealth, and promoting economic equity

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Azurro

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Family office registered in UAE involved inReal Estate Development - active in development projects across Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, and Saudi Arabia, with a proven track record of managing complex, multi-jurisdictional initiativesPortfolio Diversification - investments in startups and growth-stage companies across diverse markets and sectorsOperational Excellence - specialized expertise in implementing proprietary IT solutions, process optimization, and value creation 

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Alta Impact

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Jay Messner is a strategic advisor and operator with more than 25 years of experience helping leadership teams improve business performance, align around strategy, and execute with discipline. He is the founder of Alta Impact, a consulting firm focused on diagnosing organizational dysfunction and implementing practical, repeatable operating models that drive measurable results.Jay’s work centers on executive leadership teams navigating complexity, whether due to growth, transformation, or underperformance. He is known for quickly identifying root causes of misalignment across strategy,…

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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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Altitude Property Management

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Altitude Property is a commercial real estate company specializing in property management and sales. It operates on the Western Slope and High Rockies of Colorado. The company focuses on HOA management and investment property management to optimize performance and ROI. With a portfolio of 62 properties, Altitude Property is committed to enhancing property value and ensuring efficient management for its clients.

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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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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…

Recent Transactions

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Frequently Asked Questions

How are Independent Sponsors in this directory ordered?

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.

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 Independent Sponsors?

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.

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

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