Top Movies & Entertainment Search Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

521

Active Firms

13,492

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$12M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$2M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 13%

California 13%

Texas 9%

New York 9%

New Jersey 5%

Key Attributes

Focus: Acquiring One Business | Capital Source: Investor-Backed or Self-Funded | Operating Approach: Stewardship & Growth

Mile 12 Group

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+ Mile-12 Group is an independent investment firm operating with committed capital from a broad range of investors+ Mile-12 LP base includes 5 institutional PE funds and 4 Family Offices with ~$1.5bn in cumulative AUM+ We are looking for businesses to own and operate either in partnership with the founder or a founder looking to retire and transition out of the business+ We are primarily focused on Tech-Enabled Business Service and/or software firms with $1mm+ in annual EBITDA and/or $4mm+ in ARR.+ Mostly focused on the East Coast (Mid-Atlantic and South-East) of the United States

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Castle Pines Capital Partners

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Castle Pines Capital Partners is a boutique private equity firm based in Denver, Colorado, dedicated to strategic investments and long-term value creation. The firm specializes in acquiring and operating single, privately held U.S.-based companies, focusing on significant growth through active partnerships. With a commitment to identifying unique investment opportunities, Castle Pines Capital Partners leverages its expertise to work closely with executive leadership teams, aiming to enhance operational efficiencies and drive value. Their strategic approach is designed to foster sustainable…

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Divia Family Partners

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Divia Family Partners is focused on acquiring and personally operating a single outstanding business. Unlike traditional private equity funds or family offices, Divia Family Partners operates independently with a unique approach that emphasizes long-term investments without forced exit timelines. This strategy allows businesses to grow naturally and sustainably, supported by a network of long-term investors and entrepreneurs across various industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, services, and software. The firm is committed to legacy-minded capital.

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Ryan Marks

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Finance executive with 15 years of experience in the areas of strategic and capital planning, mergers and acquisitions, operational performance improvement, and cross-functional project leadership. Demonstrated experience operating across diverse organizational environments, including early-stage startups and private equity-backed companies.

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Rich Bertone

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Accredited Investor Seeking deal closure 2026–mid-2027About me: I'm a former Amazon and Microsoft Account Executive and I'm ready to do something different. I want to grow an existing business, work on things I control, and actually deploy capital toward something tangible before retirement.What I'm hunting for:B2B SaaS — recurring revenue, demonstrated unit economics, absentee-friendly, ideally $1–3M asking price range. Specialty distribution & established services — profitable, repeatable, semi-absentee. HVAC, industrial MRO, specialty supply, specialty transportation. etc.…

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Aeonwell Capital

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Aeonwell Capital is a family office with long-term investment orientation, providing permanent equity to enduring, compounding investment opportunities. We look forward to partnering with established, growing businesses with recurring revenue, healthy profitability ($1-$3M EBITDA) and happy customers.

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Arkrite Investments

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I am a self-funded searcher and former Navy SEAL looking for a long-standing service business in the PNW with an excellent reputation and an owner who cares deeply about their legacy. My goal is to be a steady, long-term successor who honors what’s been built, supports the team, and carries the business into its next chapter with humility, discipline, and genuine commitment.

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Gabriel Hamelin

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Individual buyer with 6 years of M&A experience in investment banking and private equity in Montreal. I’m actively looking to acquire a business with $500K–$1M in EBITDA. I bring financial expertise, long-term mindset and never-ending energy to ensure a smooth transition and preserve the seller’s legacy.

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RWF Ventures

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Marketing executive with a proven track record of building and scaling high-growth ventures by leveraging deep expertise inconsumer marketing from world class organizations with entrepreneurial leadership. Built Aligned Modern Health from a singleclinic startup, to a multi-location, high-growth healthcare brand. Fueled growth through transforming consumer insights intostrategies to drive revenue, customer acquisition leveraging performance based marketing, and evolving business model to scaleexpansion.

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Ross Wigon

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I'm a real estate professional looking for a B2B service business in the New York Metro area between $750k and $1.5M of SDE. Assumed deal structure is ~15-20% seller note, with the remaining paid out upon close via buyer equity and SBA debt. I'm prequalified for a $5M SBA loan and have the ability to close on a business worth up to ~$7M.

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Summit Bridge Capital

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Summit Bridge Capital (SBC) is a Hong Kong–based private equity firm focused on cross‑border acquisitions of industrial, building materials, and advanced manufacturing businesses in the USD 10–20M EBITDA range. SBC partners with founders, family owners, and corporate sellers to institutionalize operations, accelerate international expansion, and execute strategic M&A, while preserving the core culture and technical know‑how that made these businesses successful.SBC targets resilient, asset‑backed companies with defensible market positions, mission‑critical products, and clear…

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Edwin Wiey

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I'm looking for an Enduringly Profitable business, either a Manufacturing or a Service business with strong sales but needing Operational Excellence, generating between 200-700k SDE, within the greater Cincinnati area.

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Maristella Capital LLC

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Maristella Capital LLC is a private equity firm that partners with business owners to facilitate seamless transitions, focusing on sustainable growth and legacy preservation. The firm is dedicated to acquiring and nurturing businesses, ensuring that they thrive under new ownership while maintaining their core values and legacy. Maristella Capital's strategic approach involves close collaboration with business owners to support transitions and foster long-term growth. With a portfolio of 12 companies, Maristella Capital is committed to driving success and sustainability in the businesses it…

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Broughton Holdings

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Broughton Holdings is a privately-owned company focused on acquiring and growing a high-quality service business. Owned and operated by Charles Bishop, the company is particularly interested in acquiring a specialty service business with consistent revenue, low overhead, and between $300K and $2.0M in EBITDA. The company operates primarily in Portland and the greater Pacific Northwest region of Oregon. As an individual searcher armed with capital, Charles aims to acquire a business within 6 months.

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Nathan Corbin

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Interesting in acquiring an existing business that is currently in operation. No preference on location. Interesting in acquiring an existing business that is currently in operation. No preference on location.

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Young Professionals Sport Socials

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Femi Barin is a Houston-based search entrepreneur with 10+ years of experience advising corporate clients on M&A strategy; he is now in the process of identifying and acquiring a small business himself.He is pursuing search entrepreneurship to fulfill his lifelong goal of shaping the vision and culture of an enterprise in a way that positively impacts its employees and the community the business serves.Femi is focusing his search on businesses in specialized waste management and recycling, including medical waste, e-waste recycling, and food waste management. He is drawn to this industry…

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Riverview Capital Group

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Seeking - In business 10+ years with stable growth - Located in the Philadelphia metro region - Owner looking to retire - Strong/stable management team - Recurring diverse set of customers - Real Estate available for purchase - $1.5M - $4M Revenue Target Industries: - Senior Care - Mold / Fire / Water Damage Remediation - Pest Control

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Strangiato Capital Inc.

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Strangiato Capital is a private investment firm focused on acquiring a small to medium sized business. We plan to work closely with the company to drive measurable value for all stakeholders involved.

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Alejandro Mayer

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Working on personal search to explore opportunities for business ownership as the next step in my career. Primarily looking for non-tech businesses that provide non digital products or services. While currently based in California am flexible on location.

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Brett Morton

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I joined and bought into a family metal roofing manufacturing business with a 10 year plan to scale to a certain point for an exit. After 8 years we had grown from $9m in sales to almost $40m and sold the company in March 2025 to a public strategic. We grew though 4 acquisitions along the way - this was my main role. I'm now looking to acquire a new business, using my proceeds from the sale. (www.cmpmetalsystems.com acquired by Gibraltar Industries, ticker ROCK)I'm looking for a business in North Carolina or South Carolina, but preferably in the Charlotte, NC area. I'm looking for a minimum…

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Firms in the Movies & Entertainment Search 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 Movies & Entertainment Search Funds is $3M-$12M, with a core EBITDA range of $500K-$2M. 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 521 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 Movies & Entertainment Search Funds 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 Search Funds with experience in Media, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 521 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

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