Top Media Independent Sponsors with Recent Private M&A Activity

725

Active Firms

23,066

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$15M

Core Revenue Range

$600K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 13%

Texas 12%

California 11%

New York 7%

New Jersey 4%

Key Attributes

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

Proviso Capital

5 Total Closed Deals

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Founded in 2014, Proviso seeks to provide capital and strategic resources to lower middle market companies. Our goal is to partner with leaders that want to take the firm to the next level.We seek established businesses with experienced management teams and a solid operating history with hyper growth potential. Our target portfolio companies have been operating for at least 3 years and have positive earnings. They have revenue between $5mm and $50mm. Proviso is industry agnostic.

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Feb 2025 Acquired Select Assets of Phillips Enterprises
Dec 2021 Acquired Taylor Studios, Inc.
May 2021 Acquired Merchandising Partners LLC
Nov 2018 Acquired Algiere Construction Services Inc.

Kairos Capital Group

5 Total Closed Deals

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About:Kairos Companies is a firm established in 2018 dedicated to owning and operating family-owned businesses across the United States. At Kairos, we take pride in providing creative solutions for business owners in need of a transition. Beyond the initial transaction, Kairos constantly strives to provide the best home for our businesses. With an indefinite investment horizon, Kairos acts as a family for our companies: nurturing growth, mentoring managers, and maintaining the outstanding legacy of the founding family.The Greeks had two words for time: “chronos” and…

Recent Transactions

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Aug 2019 Acquired Clements Environmental Services
Jun 2019 Acquired A-1 Saw & Tool
May 2019 Acquired Farr's Custom Carbide
Mar 2019 Acquired Daily Saw Service

Circe Capital

5 Total Closed Deals

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Circe Capital is a Boston-based holding company focused small to medium sized service-oriented businesses. We partner with founders and owner-operators, and care deeply about the companies they have built.

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Apr 2023 Acquired Cruise Travel Accessories Company
Feb 2023 Acquired Children's Book Publisher
Sep 2022 Acquired Car Care & Detailing Products Company
Jun 2022 Acquired Nursery and Baby Accessory Company

Chelsea Square Partners

3 Total Closed Deals

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We are a fundless sponsor based out of New York City that invests in services, distribution and manufacturing businesses below $10 million in transaction value. We are open to owner operator transactions, partnership deals, or deals requiring full management replacements (which we accomplish by placing operators from our proprietary network). To date, we have closed 4 transactions and look to close 2-3 a year going forward. Our main talents are institutionalizing people, processes and systems and focusing on areas for longer term growth as we look to build out solid organizations to scale.

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Jan 2025 Acquired Rescue Cesspool & Drain
Jan 2023 Acquired US Restoration
Jan 2022 Acquired Peliguard

Scooter Partners LLC

3 Total Closed Deals

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Founded in 2022, Scooter Partners LLC (SCOOTER) is an investment and advisory firm primarily focused on helping U.S. based start-ups and lower middle market companies succeed and grow. SCOOTER has the experience, expertise, creativity, and resources to provide sound guidance, help solve problems, and furnish smart solutions for opportunities that other investors may deem unappealing due to their smaller size, complexity, or difficulty. We are flexible in our approach to making an investment, providing advice, or helping raise capital so that it best fits the needs of all parties involved.

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Jan 2025 Acquired Mid-Michigan Canvas & Awning
Dec 2024 Acquired Royal Oak Birmingham Awning Company
May 2024 Acquired Belle Isle Awning Company

Monroe Street Partners

3 Total Closed Deals

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Based in Chicago, IL, MSP is an operationally focused investment firm formed to acquire family and founder-runbusinesses across the business services, niche manufacturing, and industrial sectors with EBITDAbetween $2MM-$10MM. Since its inception in 2022, MSP has completed seven acquisitions (three platforms and fouradd-on investments) across various of our target industries.

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Jun 2024 Acquired American Roadway Logistics
Aug 2023 Acquired Brandito
Feb 2023 Acquired Vigilnet

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Dark Alpha Capital LLC

3 Total Closed Deals

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At Dark Alpha, our investment strategy revolves around acquiring and enhancing cash-generating companies within select sectors. As a nascent entity, we prioritize industries with significant growth potential including manufacturing, business services, health care, aerospace & defense, and industrial services.Thesis-Driven Investment StrategyOur in-house industry advisors identify industries poised for disruptive growth by studying macroeconomic factors, technological advancements, and regulatory changes. The selected thesis is further substantiated by examining industry reports,…

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May 2021 Acquired Confidential Company
Nov 2020 Acquired Confidential Company
May 2020 Acquired Blackbox Systems and Technologies LLC

Fox River Capital LLC

2 Total Closed Deals

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Fox River Capital is led by Jason Salisbury, Managing Partner and a seasoned business leader with a proven track record of success in engineering sales, industrial services, and business ownership. Jason’s extensive experience includes founding, growing, and successfully exiting a company, as well as managing operations and sales for high-performing industrial businesses. His hands-on approach and strategic vision drive Fox River Capital’s mission to create lasting value for all stakeholders.Backed by a group of established business leaders who own and manage substantial companies, we…

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Aug 2025 Acquired Dehumidifier Corporation of America
Dec 2024 Acquired Becker Boiler

Fourth Exit

2 Total Closed Deals

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After spending 15 years in enabling small to medium sizes businesses in revenue generation, Fourth Exit is now venturing into SaaS enterprise acquisitions. Looking to acquire a SaaS business with $1M-$5M acquisition cost.

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Jul 2021 Advised Afterpay in its sale to Block
Jun 2018 Advised Magento in its sale to Adobe Systems Inc.

Dekos Capital

2 Total Closed Deals

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Dekos Capital Management LLC is a privately held Texas-based investment firm. The firm’s founders have significant experience as private equity, investment banking and operating executives and are partnered with institutional investors to invest in strategically viable middle-market businesses.

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Mar 2024 Acquired Achieve Accreditation
Jan 2024 Acquired Shear Drive Group

Paisley Capital

2 Total Closed Deals

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Paisley Capital is a private investment partnership between two experienced operating and finance professionals. Paisley invests in small- to medium-sized businesses located in the upper Midwest.

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Dec 2020 Acquired Intelligere, Inc.
Jan 2011 Invested in Plastic Resource

Zera Investment Group

2 Total Closed Deals

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Zera Investment Group is an independent sponsor firm that specializes in buying and building small businesses. Our mission: Make good profits, do good always.

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Apr 2024 Acquired Confidential Company
Dec 2023 Acquired Confidential Company

EGB Capital Inc.

2 Total Closed Deals

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As Managing Partner of EGB Capital Inc. I lead the acquisition of manufacturing and distribution companies. EGB Capital focuses on identifying strategic opportunities, driving operational excellence, and creating long-term value with newly acquired companies.With dual master's degrees—Master of Global Management and MBA—and a Governance Essentials certification from the University of Toronto, I bring a unique blend of global business acumen and governance expertise. My leadership journey spans diverse industries and regions, including Canada, the Caribbean, and Europe, equipping me with…

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May 2025 Acquired Urist Cosmetics Inc.
Feb 2024 Acquired Central Valley Glass

Park Lane Capital

2 Total Closed Deals

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Park Lane Capital is an alternative investment manager looking to acquire businesses in Texas and California. Our focus is on delivering strong investment performance and creating measurable value for all stakeholders.

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Aug 2023 Assisted Confidential Company in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
Aug 2023 Assisted Confidential Company in securing debt financing from Confidential Company

Forge Equity Partners

2 Total Closed Deals

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Forge Equity Partners is a private investment firm founded by two experienced executives who share a common vision for growing companies and complimentary experience investing in and operating businesses. Forge pursues platform investments in companies that range in size from $2-6M of EBITDA, and draws on the partners' operational and leadership experience to grow businesses through investment in people, processes, technology, systems, expanded operations, and strategic acquisitions. Forge takes a long-term view in building businesses with the intent to hold and grow businesses for 10+…

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Jan 2024 Acquired LocalSodFarm.com
Mar 2022 Acquired STS Electronic Recycling

Morpho Capital Partners

2 Total Closed Deals

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We are a Pledge Fund (backed by family offices) that invests in scalable and purpose-driven companies in the United States.The founding partners have each over ten years of private equity experience. Our team, operating partners, and pledge fund investors have substantial experience in investing, creating, growing, operating, and selling businesses.We invest in proven businesses with strong management teams within our core sectors: (i) financial services, (ii) business services, and (iii) specialized services and products.We make, both controlling and non-controlling stakes, investments in…

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Feb 2024 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
Aug 2023 Acquired Confidential Company

Mayfair

1 Total Closed Deal

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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.

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Nov 2019 Acquired Oyster

Optimal Investment Group

1 Total Closed Deal

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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.

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Jan 2018 Invested in Technology Associates

Chrysalis Capital Advisors, Inc.

1 Total Closed Deal

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We are seasoned professionals and entrepreneurs who share a common passion for aligning with small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and the successful entrepreneurs who navigate them.Our passion is a direct extension of our belief that SMEs are the driving force of our economy and entrepreneurs represent the heart and soul of the business success equation.We have over 200 years of combined business experience in the fields of investment banking, principal investing, financial management, business operations and corporate law as well as an extensive network of investors and strategic…

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Dec 2019 Invested in Phoenix Imports Inc./ Open Range Pet Treats

ROCA Partners

1 Total Closed Deal

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ROCA Partners is a Los Angeles-based private equity investment firm focused on providing leading services companies with flexible capital and operational resources to accelerate growth.

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Oct 2018 Assisted Confidential Company in securing debt financing from Confidential Company

Firms in the Media 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.

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 Media Independent Sponsors is $3M-$15M, with a core EBITDA range of $600K-$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.

Relevant Media 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 725 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Media.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Media Independent Sponsors directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Media, 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 Independent Sponsors with experience in Media, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 725 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 Media Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.

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