Gar Wood Securities Private Capital Group extends the firm’s capital raising efforts to US middle market private companies seeking early stage funding, growth capital, recapitalization or funding for special situations. Via a network of institutional investors, family offices and investment advisors the placement team at Gar Wood is able to provide cost-effective access to capital solutions in an underserved segment of the industry.Industry FocusOur investor base is diverse and therefore enables Gar Wood Private Capital Group to engage clients across many sectors: alternative energy,…
Deep South Capital acquires and grows lower-middle-market companies across the Deep South (LA, MS, AL, AR, TN, FL panhandle, South and East Texas) which generate $2 - 7M EBITDA annually. Sector focus includes industrial and manufacturing, wholesale and distribution, B2B services.
Ascendis Partners is a dynamic investment platform focused on creating sustainable value by identifying and acquiring high-potential businesses across North America. Our strategy targets companies with strong operational foundations in select industries, including manufacturing, distribution, and services, that are poised for growth through strategic investments, operational improvements, and market expansion.We specialize in partnering with family-owned businesses and closely-held companies where owners are seeking an exit due to retirement or succession challenges. With a dedicated and…
RCM is a holding company backed by a family office + brand partners. We have buy-and-hold forever timelines and take a long term view to our investments.All partners are entrepreneurs themselves, exceptionally skilled at growing businesses with several prior exits as founders. Our team is young, high energy, and we execute quickly.Besides capital, we also have access to a broad suite of resources through our operating brands.
Aperion Management is a private equity firm that specializes in investing in small to mid-size businesses with solid fundamentals and attractive growth prospects. Founded in 2006, the firm has been a lead investor in twelve platform investments across various industries, representing over $700 million in revenue. Aperion Management emphasizes a true partnership with talented and motivated management teams, aligning incentives to ensure successful investments. The firm targets companies valued between $15 million and $250 million, creating a flexible and long-term capital base through a…
ABC Capital Partners is an independent sponsor with a demonstrated track record and an experienced investor base. We partner with businesses we believe in to unlock their potential and create both organic and inorganic growth opportunities. Since our founding in 2000, we've successfully acquired 5 businesses, with 2 successful exits.Our group has significant experience investing in and managing business services businesses having invested in 3 related businesses (AcuLegal, Huntington Staffing, and West Shore Building Services) with an average Y-o-Y expansion of 6% gross profit. Beyond these…
With a professional career spanning over 15 years, Dawn Patrol's founder has been intricately involved in 11 completed equity platform transactions in the healthcare and business services space totaling over $750 million of invested equity. Nine of the transactions involved partnering with the original founder - we have the tools to help develop and support your strategic vision.
Bluestar Holdings, LLC (“Bluestar”) is a private investment firm founded to identify and invest in private lower middle-market growth-oriented companies and real estate assets. We seek to partner with privately held companies to address capital requirements, succession plans, and liquidity/diversification needs. Our goal is to bring our experience as operators and investment professionals to management teams and provide executive guidance to realize a combined vision. Our founding members have over 70 years of combined management, ownership, and private equity experience.
Go Capital is a private equity firm focused on investing in small businesses with growth potential. What we are looking for in a business: - Industry Focus: Business Services, Consumer, Digital/Web-Enabled- EBITDA: Minimum of $1,000,000 for platforms. No minimum size for add-ons.- EBITDA margin of 10+%- 3+ year history of profitability- U.S. based and privately held- Majority investments only
Hudson Glade is a private investment firm focused on Consumer, Industrial and Services companies with demonstrated and defensible growth characteristics that operate in the lower end of the middle market. We desire to partner with talented management teams to accelerate value.
We build the next generation of enduring Canadian businesses by acquiring SMEs and transforming them through disciplined value creation, care for people, and long-term stewardship.Our vision is to build a portfolio of exceptional businesses and create lasting impact in every business we invest in.People FirstWe invest in the people and teams that manage our organizations. We lead with respect and integrity in how we treat owners, employees, and capital partners.Hands-On & Process-Driven ApproachWe roll up our sleeves and get involved. We prioritize on commercial and operational…
Blue Ox Industries is a holding company firm that primarily invests in residential and commercial services businesses, in addition to select investments in other industries (e.g., value-added distribution, manufacturing, software). We are backed by institutional capital and are actively deploying.Our core strategy is "buy and builds" within the LMM, and we are laser-focused on growth and long-term value creation. Given our backing and experience, we are able to provide owners with transaction certainty and move very quickly.We are able to operate as a permanent home for our business partners,…
Tempus Partners seeks to buy and operate defensible and profitable small businesses in the consumer retail and manufacturing categories. We are committed to nurturing the long term success of our acquisitions and operating to generate consistent long-term cash flow. We are open to both growth partnerships, in which the existing team maintains some ownership and involvement going forward, or full buyouts. Our deep industry expertise in retail and manufacturing businesses allows us to take an active role and immediately pursue strong, low capital, low risk strategies to grow sales and…
Panther Equity Group ("Panther") is a private investment firm focused on providing capital, strategic support, and resources to healthy & well-positioned companies in the lower middle market. Panther generally invests equity in companies with $3 million to $12 million of EBITDA, experienced management teams, and in industries where Panther has deep relationships with operating partners, industry executives, and channel relationships. While we remain agile in criteria, Panther typically focuses on companies with the following characteristics:Industries: IT Services & Tech-Enabled…
Vegvisir Capital derives its name from the "Vegvisir", an old Nordic sign meaning "way finder." In old Norse mythology, it is said "that if this sign is carried, then a person will never lose their way in storms or bad weather, even when the way is not known."Vegvisir Capital was founded to assist technology entrepreneurs in finding their way to scale. We invest in capital efficient, growing B2B software and services companies at an inflection point. We look for established core products in large markets where new growth channels exist in the monetization of data or payments. This…
Minerva Equity is a boutique acquisition firm focusing on the lower mid-market.We acquire controlling stakes in companies that we believe to be well run, have a talented management team in place and ownership that is departing.We pride ourselves in having a "people first approach" to business.
We are a private equity-backed buyer actively acquiring niche industrial businesses across three focus areas. We move quickly, are comfortable with proprietary and brokered processes, and have operating partners with hands-on experience in each vertical.Seals & Gaskets (New Platform) Seeking US-based manufacturers and value-add distributors of seals, gaskets, O-rings, elastomeric components, and engineered sealing systems. Target EBITDA: $2–12M (sweet spot $2–6M). Priority end markets: data centers/liquid cooling, semiconductor, aerospace & defense, EV/industrial. Looking for…
Launch Point Partners pursues equity investments in specialized aerospace businesses across the United States. Our team consists of seasoned investment professionals and industry veterans who have an outstanding track record of operating and growing businesses within the aerospace and defense sector. We utilize a management-centric philosophy, and seek to drive long-term, sustainable value through an operationally focused lens.
Spartina Capital Management is a long-term investment vehicle founded by Matt Taylor to invest in and build enduring businesses for the long-term instead of maximizing short-term value. We seek to provide founders and owners an attractive alternative to traditional PE buyers that must sell after a few years. Matt was shaped growing up working in family businesses in NC, spend 11 years advising families on operating businesses and providing niche debt facilities for small and medium businesses.Our goal is to be the preferred exit vehicle for a founder or owner/operator who wants to preserve…
Partner with management teams – With 20+ years of experience investing in smaller middle market businesses, we are active, supportive investors. We offer CEOs autonomy, and the ability to act quickly and decisively. We provide broader perspective, and financial support to grow a business.Partner with investors – We are open and transparent. Investments in smaller middle market businesses offer the prospect of higher returns, but rarely proceed linearly, up and to the right. We encourage our management teams to take action to accomplish investment objectives, and enable a “good news…
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