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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

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

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

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

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

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Nexus Partners LLC

1 Closed Deal via Axial 6 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Nexus Partners is the holding company for a group of control investments in a variety of industries including, industrial laundry services, food processing and distribution, medical services, health insurance, and financial services. Past investments also included outdoor advertising and telecommunications.Nexus seeks to make both add-on acquisitions for its existing portfolio as well as to acquire new platforms. With an investment horizon of 10 to 15 years, we focus on growth stories, companies in seek of human or financial capital, and distressed of special situations with the following…

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• Jun 2018 Acquired Atlanta School of Massage
• Oct 2016 Acquired Undislosed
• Sep 2016 Acquired Laundry Plus
• Jan 2016 Invested in RVX Asset Management

Bristlecone Companies

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

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Bristlecone Companies partners with entrepreneurs who care deeply about their teams, customers, and legacy. We provide a permanent home for enduring businesses in niche markets and empower them to realize their full potential.

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• Jul 2024 Acquired Confidential Company
• Jan 2023 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

Tiny Capital

14 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Tiny Capital is a private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. We partner with exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth. Post acquisition, we work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.

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• Mar 2025 Acquired Serato
• Sep 2023 Acquired Letterboxd
• Aug 2023 Acquired Pixel Union
• Aug 2023 Acquired Stamped

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

Xwind LLC

9 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Xwind is a family holding company seeking to invest in scaled businesses in the US for the long term.Owner-operator approach with long-term investment horizonPrior operating and investing experience in Fortune 500 and top tier private equity firmsStrong track record of value creation through operational excellenceSector expertise within Education, Manufacturing, Distribution, Services, Consumer and Healthcare

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• Jan 2026 Invested in Sail GP - Team France
• Aug 2024 Invested in Western Welding Academy
• May 2024 Invested in Indigo Innovations Inc.
• Feb 2024 Invested in Aviation Institute of Maintenance

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

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

Pondera Holdings, LLC

5 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Pondera Holdings is an operationally-focused holding company that provides capital to private, entrepreneurial businesses. Our objective with each investment is to create value for employees, customers, communities, and our shareholders. Pondera’s principals serve as active board members of portfolio companies, and in certain situations, will play an active management role if needed.As a holding company with permanent capital, we are not constrained by the fixed time horizon of a traditional private equity fund. This structure is advantageous for all stakeholders because it allows for a…

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• Aug 2023 Acquired Wag's n tails
• Aug 2023 Invested in Avanti
• Aug 2023 Invested in Candy co.
• Aug 2023 Acquired Heggerty

AH Equity Investments

4 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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AH Equity Investments is the United States holding company for AH Group, a Panama based permanent capital vehicle.AH enters each partnership with the intention of never selling. We are a holding company with no exit dates. Due to our long time horizon, the culture of a potential company is just as important as its financials.We are always looking to acquire growing, profitable, privately held companies with proven business models, records of revenue and earnings growth, and a plan to sustain that growth. We prefer to work with the current management team or promote from within and are open…

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• Oct 2025 Acquired Mondale Associates
• Mar 2024 Acquired RM Cotton
• Sep 2022 Acquired Proctor Sales Inc.
• Feb 2021 Acquired Hickory Park

Elah Holdings

4 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Elah Holdings is a recently reorganized holding company led by experienced business leaders that is seeking to acquire profitable businesses in the commercial and industrial markets to generate sustainable profitability and cash flows, unlock the value of our considerable tax assets, and use win-win deal structures that reduce risk, ultimately creating long-term value for our shareholders.Elah is co-sponsored by funds managed by, or affiliated with, 210 Capital and Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM), who collectively own 49% of the company’s outstanding stock. In addition, the Private…

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• Dec 2017 Acquired Capital Plus Financial, LLC
• Oct 2017 Acquired RCP Advisors
• Oct 2014 Acquired Real Alloy Recycling
• Aug 2011 Acquired North American Breaker Co., Inc.

Sandalwood West LLC

4 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Sandalwood West has acquired and invested across a range of service-oriented and asset-backed industries, including inventory auditing, light manufacturing, education, Agriculture, hospitality, and commercial laundry services. The firm prioritizes businesses with recurring revenue, strong customer relationships, and opportunities for operational improvement.The business was initially founded through the investment of the founder’s own capital and family funds, and is currently transitioning to a model that combines outside capital alongside continued family investment. The founding partner…

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• Mar 2023 Acquired Valley Inventory Services
• May 2021 Invested in Cook Programs
• Apr 2017 Acquired Douglas Fir Lodges
• Mar 2016 Invested in Millenium Fishing

Bold Investment Co Ltd

4 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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We are Japan-based acquirer with USD 1.6B+ in group revenues and ~60 subsidiaries worldwide. We pursue cross-border majority acquisitions (67–100%) in trading, automotive, DX/IT, travel, and services — targeting overseas companies with a Japan presence and net profit of USD 500K+. We invest with our own capital, preserve existing management, and commit to long-term partnership with no exit agenda.

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• Jan 2024 Acquired Confidential Company
• Mar 2022 Acquired Confidential Company
• Aug 2021 Acquired Confidential Company
• Jun 2021 Acquired Confidential Company

The Kane Group

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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The Kane Group is a family-owned holding company based in Maryland. We have been actively involved in trucking, warehousing, office moving, limousine/bus services, commercial real estate, and interior commercial construction. The Kane Group is 100% owned by Richard Kane, maintains 350,000 square feet of cross dock warehousing serving clients using the Baltimore Port for their container movements.Richard Kane successfully grew International Limousine Service Inc, a limousine/bus company to 200 employees and 140 company-owned vehicles. With Richard’s desire to return to the trucking industry,…

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• Aug 2021 Acquired Capitol Warehousing
• Aug 2021 Acquired Capitol Express
• May 2019 Advised Internationallimo.com on an investment from RMA Worldwide