Top Life Sciences Private Equity Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

Q: How are Private Equity Funds in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Life Sciences Private Equity Funds 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.

Q: What information is included in each Private Equity Fund 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.

Q: What company sizes are most common for Life Sciences Private Equity Funds?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Life Sciences Private Equity Funds is $3M-$19M, with a core EBITDA range of $800K-$4M. 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.

Q: How important is Life Sciences experience when evaluating Private Equity Funds?

Relevant Life Sciences 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 219 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Life Sciences.

Q: Do all Private Equity Funds in this directory focus exclusively on Life Sciences?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Life Sciences Private Equity Funds directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Life Sciences, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

Q: How do I compare Private Equity Funds with experience in Life Sciences?

When comparing Private Equity Funds with experience in Life Sciences, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 219 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

Q: How do I connect with Life Sciences Private Equity Funds?

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 Life Sciences Private Equity Funds directory, you can request information here .

219

Active Firms

14,476

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$19M

Core Revenue Range

$800K-$4M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 14%

California 11%

Texas 10%

New York 8%

New Jersey 4%

Key Attributes

Focus: Control Investments | Capital Source: Committed Capital | Operating Approach: Scale & Exit

Aspen Trail Capital

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Aspen Trail Capital is a permanent-capital holding company founded by two longtime partners with deep transaction experience - over $50bn in M&A executed across their careers. We acquire and hold established, founder-owned businesses in the lower-middle market for the long-term, with a focus on essential, service led companies with recurring revenue. We focus on preserving the values, cultures and teams of the businesses we partner with.

Recent Transactions

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Cembra Holdings

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Cembra is a permanent capital holding company headquartered in Dallas, TX. Cembra is dedicated to acquiring and operating niche, market-leading businesses and supporting their continued growth over decades. The firm was built on the belief that the most enduring companies are developed through long-term ownership, operational focus, and patient capital. Cembra provides founders with a permanent home for the businesses they care deeply about. Cembra is backed by an exceptional group of investors and has a committed pool of equity capital. Cembra is focused on acquiring high quality…

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Breck Partners

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Breck Partners is a Dallas-based private equity firm focused on making control investments in lower middle-market industrial companies with clear opportunities for significant equity value creation. Revenue: $75-250M Equity Checks: $20-40M Enterprise Value: $40-100M

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MKH Capital Partners

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MKH Capital Partners is a private equity firm that targets investment opportunities across a diverse range of sectors, including financial services, communications, education, energy, and consumer markets. The firm is composed of a team of experienced professionals with backgrounds in private equity and investment analysis. They focus on identifying and capitalizing on strategic investment opportunities, leveraging their expertise to drive growth and value in their portfolio companies. MKH Capital Partners is committed to fostering strong partnerships and delivering sustainable results for…

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Bluehenge Capital Partners

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Bluehenge Capital Partners is a leveraged Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) focused on delivering hybrid capital solutions—primarily structured debt and selectively equity—to lower middle-market businesses across the United States. The firm has grown through two SBIC funds totaling over $400 million in capital. Bluehenge emphasizes disciplined underwriting, downside protection, and strategic alignment with management teams, private equity sponsors, and other stakeholders. Its investment strategy is built around a flexible mix of unitranche, mezzanine debt, preferred equity, and…

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Stirling Heights

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Stirling Heights is a holding company that acquires exceptional businesses and builds them to withstand the test of time. We care deeply about the companies we partner with and commit to preserve and advance their legacy, values, and people. Our structure enables us to nurture and grow our companies indefinitely, unfettered by short-term constraints.We have an experienced team with a proven track record of building businesses, and we are supported by committed capital from a select group of families and institutions who share our long-term vison. We are a lasting partner armed with…

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Sara Capital Partners

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Sara Capital Partners is an investment group focused on acquiring Midwest firms that are too small for traditional private equity (typically <$5m in EBITDA). We are operational focused and particularly interested in industries that qualify for QSBS tax treatment.

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Altura Capital

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Lower middle market private equity and private debt investment firm. Industries we invest in include business services, consumer goods, healthcare and specialty manufacturing. We provide equity (majority and minority) and mezzanine debt capital.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Aquitaine Capital

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We partner with founders and family-owned companies in their next stage of growth, taking businesses from good to great. We are not just flippers, consolidators, or cost-cutters. We want your business and your team to survive and thrive for the long run.

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EnTrust Global

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We are a $16 bn asset management firm with offices globally. We make investments across capital structure, with a focus on hybrid capital. We prefer businesses with an EV over $50 mn, though our sweet spot is anywhere from $200 mn to $500 mn.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

SCP & CO

69 Total Closed Deals

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SCP & CO is a Southeastern US based private investment firm focused on investing in lower middle market businesses where we can provide capital and strategic resources to accelerate growth and build stronger companies

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Apr 2014 Advised Pearce Services, Inc in its sale to Willcrest Partners
Dec 2012 Advised Harmony Healthcare on an investment from a Private Equity Investor
Dec 2012 Advised GBD Healthcare on an investment from a Revolving Line of Credit
Dec 2012 Advised Quality Lease Services in its sale to Rocaceia

Lineage Capital

27 Total Closed Deals

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A unique model—tailored to the needs of owner-managers.Lineage was founded on the core values of trust, respect, teamwork, and commitment—ideals that provide a foundation for our strong partner relationships. For business owners who share these values, the uncommon structure of a Lineage partnership can be a way to comfortably achieve short- and long-term business and personal objectives.For nearly two decades, we’ve partnered with owner-managers who desire liquidity while continuing to benefit from the future financial success of their business. Our investment model allows…

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Jun 2024 Invested in GIK Acoustics
Feb 2024 Invested in Flutterbee Education Group
Feb 2024 Invested in Quality Glass & Mirror
Oct 2023 Acquired Concept Agritek

Kingswood Capital Management LP

16 Total Closed Deals

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Kingswood Capital is a private investment firm primarily focused on businesses that are undergoing varying degrees of operational, financial or market-driven change. In addition to access to capital, we bring relevant industry relationships and a broad network of internal and external operating resources that can strengthen the business and enhance value. Based in Los Angeles, we are a cohesive team of senior professionals from industry leading private equity firms with a history of success. We have extensive experience with complex transactions and difficult situations, where we provide…

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May 2025 Invested in The Vitamin Shoppe
May 2025 Acquired OneX
Feb 2025 Invested in InfoTree Global Solutions
Nov 2024 Acquired Branding Iron

CVC Capital Partners

15 Total Closed Deals

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Global Private Equity and Growth Capital FirmCVC manages capital on behalf of over 300 institutional, governmental and private investors worldwide. Over the years, we have secured commitments of more than US$71 billion in funds from our investors (including CVC Credit Partners). The capital of our investors is committed for ten years or more to closed-end funds that we manage on their behalf.

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Aug 2017 Provided debt financing to Wastewater Specialities, LLC
Jun 2017 Provided debt financing to Shannon Specialty Floors, LLC
May 2017 Provided debt financing to TWMA
Jun 2016 Provided debt financing to The Legacy Companies

Stone-Goff Partners

12 Total Closed Deals

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Stone-Goff Partners invests in lower middle market service companies* EBITDA of $3-10 million* Founder owned businesses and corporate carve outs* First institutional capital in a companyStone-Goff is investing out of Stone-Goff Partners III, LP and has completed two initial platform investments out of the fund

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Jan 2020 Invested in Adar
Aug 2019 Invested in Walker Sands
Sep 2018 Invested in Danforth Advisors
Aug 2018 Invested in JSI

Inverness Graham

11 Total Closed Deals

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Headquartered in Newtown Square, PA, Inverness Graham is an operationally focused private investment firm that has raised over $1 billion of capital since its inception. Inverness Graham acquires innovative tech-enabled manufacturing, service and software companies.Our approach is as unique as our heritage. Founded by senior executives of the Graham Group, an alliance of independent operating businesses, investment firms and philanthropic entities, we bring unparalleled resources developed over a 50-year operating history to support our portfolio companies.Inverness Graham partners with…

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Mar 2023 Acquired Innovia Medical
Jan 2023 Acquired Treat Planet
Aug 2022 Acquired Custom Agronomics
Feb 2022 Acquired Concord Servicing

Starboard Capital Partners

10 Total Closed Deals

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Starboard Capital Partners is a private equity firm that sponsors and invests in lower middle market companies, with values ranging from $10 million to $250 million. We participate with our network of high net worth, family office, and institutional fund co-investors to partner with management teams and entrepreneurs who are looking to accelerate the growth of their companies. Starboard is actively involved in leveraged buyouts, growth equity investments, and recapitalizations. Most importantly, we actively listen to business owners and look to match our knowledge and capital resources to…

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Jun 2015 Invested in QDiscovery
Mar 2015 Invested in Brite-Line Technologies
Oct 2011 Acquired PureRED (previously GA|PRC Group)
Jul 2011 Invested in JPC Holdings, LLC (Jersey Precast)

ICV Capital Partners

10 Total Closed Deals

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Founded in 1998, ICV Capital Partners is a private investment firm focused on making equity investments in America's smaller middle-market companies. ICV seeks to generate long-term capital appreciation by investing in companies with revenues between $25 million and $200 million.ICV targets companies that have a history of stable cash flows and offer the prospect of meaningful growth. These companies are leaders in their markets with highly-defensible positions. They have strong and proven management teams that are eager to invest in their company.ICV Growth Partners was launched in 2009 to…

Recent Transactions

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Apr 2011 Acquired Cargo Airport Services
Jan 2011 Acquired Stauber Performance Ingredients
Oct 2010 Acquired Press-A-Print International, LLC
Oct 2010 Acquired Public Financial Management, Inc.

Sageview Capital

9 Total Closed Deals

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Sageview Capital LP is an investment firm that has raised over $2 billion in capital across two investment vehicles. We are focused on making growth equity investments in small and mid-sized companies. We aim to invest $10-75 million (larger with co-investment from our partners) in growing companies with established products/technologies and business models. We look to have influential minority ownership positions and are flexible in how investments are structured. We have a 25+ year track record, an experienced investment team, and a long-term approach (target hold of three to five years or…

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Oct 2013 Invested in United Capital Financial Partners
Apr 2012 Invested in Exaro Energy III LLC
Dec 2011 Invested in Envivio
May 2011 Invested in GoPro

Oroco Capital

9 Total Closed Deals

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Oroco Capital is a private equity investment firm. Our strategy is to buy great businesses in our target industries and build value through both internal growth and acquisitions, resulting in excellent returns for our investors. The team at Oroco has completed over 50 deals totaling over $5.0B. We developed a unique capital structure and have capital commitments from family offices, wealthy individuals and small institutions. In addition, Oroco has formed a strategic alliance with a private investment firm that allows Oroco to partner on investments that vary in size and type. Our strategy is…

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Aug 2026 Acquired Shimmick Corporation
Jan 2019 Invested in Maridata
Jan 2019 Acquired FirstMark Materials
Feb 2018 Acquired FirstMark Foundations

Firms in the Life Sciences Private Equity Funds 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 Life Sciences Private Equity Funds is $3M-$19M, with a core EBITDA range of $800K-$4M. 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 Life Sciences 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 219 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Life Sciences.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Life Sciences Private Equity Funds directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Life Sciences, 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 Private Equity Funds with experience in Life Sciences, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 219 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 Life Sciences Private Equity Funds directory, you can request information here.

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