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Worthwhile Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Worthwhile Partners was founded by Jason Young and Matthew Smith in 2021. Our firm seeks to identify and acquire an established operating business. We intend to manage the acquired target in a way that reflects our business ethos and enhances the existing culture, duration, efficiency and growth of the enterprise. Our core values of integrity, honesty and transparency underpin our approach. We are open to partnering with existing management. Young and Smith have over 40 years of combined institutional investment and entrepreneurial experience across public and private investments, spanning 8…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jun 2021
invested in
Investor
May 2021
invested in

Tightrope Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Tightrope Capital’s team consists of professionals with more than 50 years of combined operating and investment experience. We have broad experience investing in, managing, and operating more than 25 companies across a diverse array of industry sectors. Furthermore, we have successfully operated through multiple economic cycles.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Apr 2022
acquired
Investor
Dec 2021
acquired

V Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
V Capital is building a lower middle market acquisition platform around a philosophy similar to that of companies like Danaher and Roper, focusing on complex manufacturing, engineered products, and healthcare.V Capital partners with long-term investors on individual transactions for direct investments, where V Capital will handle sourcing deals, executing transactions, and managing the companies.
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Investor
Oct 2020
secured debt financing from
Investor
Oct 2020
secured debt financing from

127 Wall

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
127 Wall supports promising entrepreneurs and businesses by delivering the thoughtful capital and operational insight that they need in order to effectively scale. Our flexible investment mandate allows us to provide solutions across the transaction spectrum, from retiring owner-operators in need of complete exits to expanding businesses seeking accelerated growth.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Nov 2021
acquired
Investor
Sep 2021
acquired

Mayfair

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Mayfair is a private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. We plan to work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.  
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Nov 2019
acquired

Optimal Investment Group

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Optimal Investment Group (OIG) is a private investment firm focused on investing in lower middle market business acquisitions throughout North America. OIG invests in companies we believe show potential for growth and increased profitability.OIG is flexible and growth-minded, utilizing our vast experience to help portfolio companies reach their full potential. Our investment process allows us to analyze and close transactions quickly, frequently within 30-60 days.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jan 2018
invested in

7 Lakes Partners, LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
7 Lakes Partners is a local investing group dedicated to purchasing manufacturing, distribution, and service-based businesses located in the upper Midwest. Our approach is local, long term, and hinges on positive long-term relationships. We have a specific interenst in engineering / technical manufacturing and distrubution companies.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jan 2010
invested in

Ellisonwoods Ave LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Ellisonwoods is an investment company focused on finding high quality businesses to acquire and grow. Our aim is to help owners effectuate a seamless transition and continue building upon their legacy. We are particularly interested in partnering with business-to-business service companies with stable end-markets and recurring demand drivers.Investment Criteria: 5+ Years of Operating History>$250,000 of Owner EarningsStable Market DynamicsContracted or Recurring RevenueLimited Customer ConcentrationAbout the Team: Founder & Managing MemberZach Alexander is currently a second-year…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jul 2021
acquired

Newpark Ventures

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Newpark Capital is the private equity partner for impact-oriented management teams seeking growth capital. We help companies grow by investing our operating experience and impact-aligned capital, and help current owners achieve their liquidity objectives. Newpark Capital provides: * Increased equity value. We invest our operating experience to drive growth and bottom line performance, increasing the value of the enterprise – and of owner’s equity. * A clear path to liquidity. Patient, flexible capital experienced in mid-market investing provides liquidity up front, and then co-invests…
Most Recent Transactions
Advisor
Aug 2015
secured investment from

WestFront Capital Group

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
WestFront Capital, based in Dallas, TX, invests equity capital in private middle market companies that are at an inflection point in their life cycle. While we have a particular interest in the energy industry (e.g. oil and gas equipment and services and power technologies, equipment and services, etc.), we will also look a businesses in other industries that are at a transition point in their life cycle (e.g. family owned/retirement, out-of-favor industries, special situations).WestFront’s approach is differentiated from “Wall Street style” private equity for a number of reasons. …
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jan 2020
acquired

MSI Capital Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
MSI Capital Partners (“MSI”) is an operationally-oriented lower-middle market investment firm that makes control investments in North American based industrial businesses serving domestic and global markets. Founded by senior executives with extensive domestic and international leadership experience, we seek to invest in small to mid-sized manufacturing and industrial service related companies where our many decades of industry knowledge and expertise can be utilized to achieve higher-than-average returns.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Sep 2017
acquired

Starboard Legacy Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
We are not a private equity firm. We do not have fixed investment timelines or mandates and we are not looking for a quick turnaround to make a profit. We believe in sustainable, consistent, long-term growth. We care for the people, we do not cut corners and believe in doing things the right way. We offer owners an opportunity to obtain liquidity while finding a great home for their business and everyone who works in it. We are a group of experienced operators/investors / advisors who are committed to taking care of their business and nurturing it through its next phase of growth.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jul 2023
acquired

NTC Group, Inc

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Founded in 1985 by Tom Foley, NTC Group has a long history of successful investments and long term business operation. NTC is a majority control investor who actively engages in the management and value improvement of its portfolio companies. We are long term investors with no mandatory time frame for selling a portfolio company. We approach our investments as operators with a focus on top line growth rather than cost-cutting. We are best at negotiated sales with sellers for whom flexibility, confidentiality and integrity of the buyer is important
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jan 2018
acquired

MSP

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
We are an investment firm focused on acquiring sub-$5m EBITDA manufacturing and industrial companies. Equity is already spoken for on deals and debt is sourced from a tight network of lenders. We are open to opportunities all over the USA.Leadership TeamOur leadership team comprises executives with 110 years of combined experience and over 300+ transactions behind them with a deal value of $2+ Billion. The team includes former KPMG partners, merchant bankers, former General Counsel to billion-dollar corporations and former mechanical engineers.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired

At Nexus

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
AT Nexus The defining link between Today's & Tomorrow's Healthcare Specializing in sourcing, acquiring and growing investments in lower middle market healthcare service companies ranging from $2M-$10M EBITDA.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Dec 2023
secured debt financing from

5 Star Service Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Builders with a Passion for Providing Excellent Service to Small Businesses and Their OwnersSignificant acquisition, management, and operational experience across a variety of services industries 35+ successfully closed acquisitions and sales processes for over $5Bn Exclusively focused on working with entrepreneurs to scale small businesses 
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jul 2020
acquired

True Vines LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
True Vines is helping finance businesses positively impacting the world in the midst of what we consider a massive shift. Our focus is particularly on businesses empowering the global digital transformation. We have mandates in the US and Africa with public and private sector stakeholders.
Most Recent Transactions
Advisor
Dec 2021
secured debt financing from

La Vita Group

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

La Vita Group develops investment partnerships among various industries. We buy and manage companies with a focus on maximizing profitability. We are constantly looking for new opportunities and partnerships.

Jaswal Design

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

We’re a design haus located in the heart of Silicon Valley.Our approach to design is to work closely with founders to bring their vision to life.Brand & IdentityYour brand is your story. Your brand mark is a visual expression and extension of your brand.Industrial DesignHave an idea for a product, but don’t know where to start? We can help you navigate the tricky world of hardware.UX / UI DesignUsability of your product is key in today’s hyper-connected world. We prefer simple and intuitive design language.Sourcing & ManufacturingWe design products that are manufacturable and back…

REID Atlantic

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

As the micro-cap investment firm, we invest in ‘industrial’ service companies with less than $3M EBITDA, that value its people first and in need of a permanent home. From roofing to glass manufacturing, backed by investors and entrepreneurs with extensive experience and a long-term view, REID Atlantic partners with transitioning business owners to secure their legacy for generations to come.  

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