Top Life Sciences Holding Companies

The Courtney Group Incorporated

5 Closed Deals via Axial 27 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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The Courtney Group, Incorporated is a private investment firm with a focus on business services, chemical, consumer, distribution, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and technology. We have invested in 27 companies since 1999. We are different from some other buyers in that (1) we are flexible about the size of our investment -- from $1 million to $200 million in equity, and (2) that we can own a business for 20 years or more.We seek control and non-control equity investments in businesses with EBITDA of $2 million to $50 million. We often acquire businesses from founders seeking…

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• Aug 2023 Acquired Califone
• Aug 2023 Invested in M3 Technologies
• Aug 2023 Invested in Boylan Bottling Co.
• Sep 2020 Acquired PV Footwear

Noverra Capital Group

3 Closed Deals via Axial 10 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Noverra Group of Companies is an actively owned, and strategically led family of construction and industrial services companies founded and led by three Owners, Omar Ladak, Steve Lux, and Suzanne Boyd. We are focused on strategically supporting the continued success of our group companies, proactively developing the leaders and people within our businesses; and, pursuing growth through further acquisitions aligned to our approach.

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• Jan 2026 Acquired Confidential Company
• Aug 2023 Invested in Troy Forming Concrete
• Aug 2023 Invested in Victory Fire Protection
• Aug 2023 Invested in Brighter Mechanical

Teamshares

3 Closed Deals via Axial 3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Teamshares is one of America’s largest buyers of small businesses from retiring business owners. Since our inception in 2019, we've purchased over 95 transactions closed across 32 states and 40+ industries, along with committed capital to close 100 more transactions this year.

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• May 2026 Acquired Confidential Company
• Feb 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
• Dec 2024 Acquired Confidential Company

Newbury Franklin

2 Closed Deals via Axial 2 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Newbury Franklin is an acquirer and builder of businesses operating in niche markets, with loyal customers, high revenue retention, and sustainable cash generation potential. We are differentiated by our credibility as business leaders, not just investors. We leverage a proven organizational approach to drive organic and inorganic growth.We are industry agnostic but dogmatic about the business model and industry characteristics that we seek out, investing only in opportunities that satisfy our key criteria. We have deep experience both facilitating leadership transitions and partnering with…

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• May 2023 Acquired Confidential Company
• Apr 2023 Acquired Confidential Company

Tide Rock Holdings

1 Closed Deal via Axial 44 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Tide Rock is a holding company that acquires a controlling interest in differentiated business-to-business companies in the lower middle market ($2-20M EBITDA for platforms). The firm is managed by experienced operators and finance professionals who have scaled businesses in various industries.We approach investment with a long-term perspective and with the goal of growing earnings while making regular distributions to all stakeholders.In partnering with Tide Rock, companies gain access, as needed, to our shared back-office team, which includes outsourced accounting & finance, talent…

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• Oct 2025 Acquired Precision Waterjet & Laser
• Oct 2025 Acquired Made in America Manufacturing
• Jan 2025 Acquired Air Supply Jeyco
• Nov 2024 Acquired Brite Solutions

HB Global, LLC

1 Closed Deal via Axial 16 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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HB Global, LLC, is the organizational partner that supports 10 divisions of mechanical service companies. The Leadership team at HB Global is responsible for guiding each division in living our core values, providing employees with opportunities for professional development, and protecting shareholder value. HB Global also encourages employees to connect with their communities and empowers employees to serve as trusted advisors to build lasting client relationships. A key component of this empowerment is participation in our employee stock ownership plan (ESOP). It is this ownership status…

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• Jan 2026 Acquired Confidential Company
• Sep 2023 Acquired DB Mechanical
• Dec 2021 Acquired The Bell Company
• Oct 2020 Acquired William R Nash

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Scientific Safety Alliance

1 Closed Deal via Axial 14 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Scientific Safety Alliance (SSA) is building the best one-stop-shop technical safety and compliance partner for highly regulated industries. Our mission is to keep people safe by providing best-in-class testing, certification, calibration, and maintenance services across the pharmaceutical, healthcare, medical device, aerospace, semiconductor, and other highly regulated markets. With over 10,000 customers, $12m+ in annual EBITDA, and a recently raised 65m debt facility, we are a rapidly growing platform dedicated to operational excellence and long-term success.We are not a traditional buyer.…

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• Oct 2025 Acquired Total Medical Compliance
• Sep 2025 Acquired CNR Medical
• Jul 2025 Acquired Steriquip
• Jul 2025 Acquired Stat Biomedical

Us Momentum Holdings

1 Closed Deal via Axial 11 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Us Momentum Holdings is a private investment firm focused on lower middle-market opportunities. We partner with exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth. We currently own and operate 7 Harley-Davidson Dealerships, 4 Boat Dealerships, 2 Auto Repair Shops, a Construction Company, and a Reinsurance Company.

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• Aug 2023 Acquired Thetford
• Aug 2023 Acquired MINN KOTA
• Aug 2023 Acquired LOWRANCE
• Aug 2023 Acquired Smoker Craft

Enduring Ventures

1 Closed Deal via Axial 10 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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We are looking for small and medium businesses with exceptionally big moats. The world of business is intensely competitive whether you are large or small, and we are not interested in competing on the basis of lowest price. We are looking for businesses that are the absolute best at what they do and make their customers extremely happy. This will typically be indicated by organic sales growth, little to no spending on sales & marketing, and relatively high margins.The more specific your niche, the more excited we are. The longer you have built your brand and/or reputation, the stronger base…

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• Aug 2023 Acquired EcoSafi
• Aug 2023 Acquired Upcounsel
• Aug 2023 Acquired Scribe Media
• Aug 2023 Acquired Abstract

Canopy Brands

1 Closed Deal via Axial 9 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Canopy Brands is a family of trusted brands that deliver engineered, technical products and solutions to commercial and residential markets. We seek out companies that make things that matter – and can be the best in the world at doing it. Canopy currently offers more than 7,000 products and services spanning fall protection, suspended and permanent access systems, confined space, powered lifts, waterfront infrastructure, municipal plant equipment and utility components. We help to unlock long-term potential by empowering teams, improving decision-making and ensuring the right resources are…

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• Jun 2026 Acquired Confidential Company
• Oct 2025 Acquired Dixie Metal Products
• Dec 2024 Acquired HySafe
• Dec 2024 Acquired Alba

Kingsway Financial Services Inc.

1 Closed Deal via Axial 7 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Kingsway Corporation (NYSE: KWY) is the only publicly-traded US company employing the Search Fund model to acquire and build great businesses. Kingsway owns and operates a collection of high-quality B2B and B2C services companies that are asset-light, growing, profitable, and that have recurring revenues.

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• Sep 2023 Acquired Vertical Market Solutions LLC
• Sep 2023 Acquired Systems Products International Inc.
• Nov 2022 Acquired Confidential Company
• Oct 2021 Acquired Ravix Group

Iluma

1 Closed Deal via Axial 1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Guided by our purpose of nurturing well-being to enhance life, motivated by our endless curiosity, and knowing we live in a world full of opportunities, we are here to make a difference. Because we believe in ideas inspired by our higher purpose, we believe in knowledge, technology, innovation, and life sciences, we believe in making meaningful connections, we believe in taking wise risks and discovering new and better ways to make things happen. We believe in the transformative power of teamwork. Because we are listeners, thinkers, and doers, we are infinitely curious, explorers and…

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• Feb 2024 Acquired Confidential Company

K.R. Abraham & Co.

15 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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We are a family office based out of Chicago and Los Angeles but with a presence across the U.S. We are interested in profitable manufacturing, distribution and industrial companies with at least $2MM of EBITDA. Historically we’ve focused on prototype, low-volume production, value-add distribution and niche manufacturing. But we’re agnostic so we’ll consider other opportunities as well. Unlike a PE firm, we buy companies to hold in our portfolio for the long term. As such, we also prefer to purchase the related real estate if the seller is interested. As a family…

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• Dec 2024 Acquired Aerospace Metals Distribution Company
• Dec 2023 Acquired Semiconductor Equipment Component Manufacturer
• Dec 2022 Acquired Manufacturer of Data Center Components
• Dec 2022 Acquired Consumer Products Brand

RAF Industries

13 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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RAF was founded in 1979, with an executive team whose average tenure is greater than 20 years with the firm. Since inception, our focus has been on partnering with strong founders and/or management teams that present a unique vision and strong values. Our small group of value-added in investors, have a permanent commitment to our enterprise. All of our equity capital is fully recyclable.We have a long-term vision and have held a number of our portfolio companies for 10+ years. Our company structure eliminates the need for short-term realization due to liquidity requirements. Our financing is…

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• Jul 2022 Acquired Ligchine International Corporation
• Dec 2021 Acquired Hayabusa Fightwear
• Dec 2021 Acquired Road Widener LLC
• Mar 2021 Acquired Priority Bicycles

Catalyst Operating Group

11 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Catalyst Operating Group invests in, and provides active operational leadership to, small and lower middle-market manufacturing companies. We are not a traditional private equity firm. We invest our own capital with no predetermined exit timeframe. We’re operators and entrepreneurs first and foremost, with a proven track record of successfully acquiring and building businesses for the long-term. We leverage our deep industry and management expertise to build lasting value through operational improvements that drive sustainable profitability and growth well into the future.

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• Jan 2008 Acquired Carruthers Equipment Company
• Jan 2008 Acquired Reno Technology
• Jan 2007 Acquired Marlen Research
• Jan 2004 Acquired Mega Manufacturing

Rehab Industries

9 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Rehab Industries is an operator of a holding company. The company through its subsidiaries provides mobility equipment, wound care solutions, commercial real estate solutions and other related services. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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• Jul 2022 Acquired Confidential Company
• Sep 2021 Acquired Confidential Company
• Sep 2020 Acquired Confidential Company
• Feb 2020 Acquired Confidential Company

Verdian Insights

8 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Verdian is not a private equity firm. Verdian seeks to invest its own capital, along with those of the family offices of some of the most sophisticated private equity investors in the world. We prefer to own our businesses over the long-term, either as public or private entities. Verdian leverages its extensive industry knowledge, operational expertise and flexible capital to ensure companies reach their full potential in the healthcare, government, industrial and other business service sectors. The Verdian team is led by Jim Lindstrom, a former Chairman, CEO and CFO and…

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• Jul 2025 Acquired Ethics and Compliance Initiative
• Feb 2025 Acquired Compliance Week
• Jan 2025 Acquired Education Workers Group
• Jul 2024 Acquired Financial Crime Academy LLC

Confluent Holdings

6 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Confluent is a holding company based in St. Louis, Missouri, that acquires and builds leading small and medium sized businesses throughout the United States. Above all else, we are dedicated to our following core principles:1. Operating at the highest level of integrity in all aspects of business and management;2. Creating long-term shareholder value, principally by building each acquired business through organic and acquisitive growth;3. Contributing to the development of the communities in which the Company operates, and;4. Building upon the legacy of each acquired company’s former owner.

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• Feb 2019 Acquired Accuzona Steel Rule Die
• Oct 2018 Acquired Oasis Die Company
• Oct 2017 Acquired F&H Ribbon Company
• Jan 2017 Acquired Trade Print Finishing

EverPine Holdings

6 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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EverPine Holdings (formerly Rhodes Companies) is a Southeast-based investment firm focused on acquiring businesses that provide essential services. We are drawn to companies with strong reputations, stable cash flow, loyal customers, and a meaningful place in the communities they serve. Our focus is on practical, resilient businesses across the Southeast, especially in industrial, commercial, maintenance, compliance, infrastructure support, and related service categories that are easy to overlook but hard to replace.We are operator-founded, long-term in our mindset, and disciplined in how we…

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• Jul 2022 Acquired Overby School Services
• Jan 2022 Invested in Roundly X
• Jul 2020 Invested in Process Bolt
• Mar 2018 Invested in Spiffy

Tucker's Farm Corporation

5 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Tucker’s Farm Corporation is a value-oriented holding vehicle modeled after Berkshire Hathaway. Founded in 1994 as a small goat dairy, the farm has grown into a family of companies across industries and geographies. Capitalized with a long-term equity base, the farm aims to deploy ~$60 million of equity capital every year as it seeks to find and compound cash flows through highly active M&A strategies in the lower-middle market (and still boasts a strong herd of ~20 Nubian half-pygmy goats).

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• May 2026 Acquired Rodizio
• Sep 2025 Acquired Soccer 5
• Feb 2025 Acquired Webster Locksmiths
• Jan 2025 Acquired Pizza Factory