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Mehshah Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
Mehshah Capital is an independent sponsor primarily focused on healthcare services, digital health, healthcare IT, pharma services and business services investments. The firm was founded by a seasoned healthcare services investor with nearly a decade of healthcare investing experience and over an additional decade of healthcare investment banking experience.
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Dec 2024
invested in
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Jul 2023
invested in
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Feb 2023
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Oct 2018
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Palladian Capital Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
Palladian Capital Partners was established to pursue lower middle market principal investment opportunities. The firm is led by experienced private equity professionals and supported by operating executives as well as a range of informal advisors. PCP partners with existing management teams to build profitable, sustainable businesses and to realize significant returns on capital for management, investors, and other partners.Palladian Capital Partners primarily makes control or near-control equity investments in established companies. Depending on the investment opportunity Palladian may use…
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Jan 2020
acquired
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Jun 2014
acquired
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Aug 2013
acquired
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Apr 2007
acquired
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Imagine Ventures Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
Imagine Ventures is a multi-stage boutique investment firm specializing in lower-middle market mergers and acquisitions (M&A), credit lending, and direct secondaries. The firm is dedicated to delivering customized capital and operational support, leveraging its extensive industry experience to structure deals, manage risk, and drive growth for its partners. By focusing on the unique needs of the lower-middle market, Imagine Ventures positions itself as a strategic partner for businesses seeking tailored financial solutions and expert guidance in navigating complex transactions.
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Nov 2025
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Nov 2025
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Nov 2025
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Nov 2025
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Hemingway Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Hemingway Capital is an operationally oriented investment firm that specializes in growing lower middle-market industrial companies. We offer creative, flexible capital and deep operating experience to optimize and grow our partner companies. We invest in fundamentally sound businesses possessing a competitive advantage, recurring demand for products or services, and favorable macro trends. We stand beside management teams, family businesses, and business owners as a preferred investor in lower middle market industrial businesses that adds value beyond capital.
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Feb 2022
acquired
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Mar 2021
acquired
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Oct 2019
acquired
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Chelsea Square Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
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
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Jan 2023
acquired
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Jan 2022
acquired
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Alten Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Alten Capital is a sector-specific investment firm with a unique focus on business and technology services. We strive to create flexible partnerships that focus on scaling businesses for the long-term, aligning with shareholders and management teams. 
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Oct 2021
invested in
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Jul 2011
invested in
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Jan 2008
acquired
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CyberNova Equity Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
CyberNova is dedicated to revolutionizing the managed services market. We believe that by partnering with and investing in the best MSPs and MSSPs in the industry, we can create a new leader in the managed services space. Our team of experts brings a wealth of experience and insights to the table, and we are confident that our strategic investments will empower MSPs and MSSPs to reach new heights. With a focus on innovation, growth, and excellence, CyberNova is poised to drive change and shape the future of the managed services market. Join us as we pioneer a new era in managed services and…
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Jun 2016
invested in
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Dec 2015
acquired
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Dec 2015
acquired
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iGOTHAM Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
iGOTHAM is a holding company that built equity stakes in small and medium sized private companies with over $100M in annual sales. The firm operates through partnerships with private equity firms, family offices, and independent sponsors to identify and invest in proprietary deals. iGOTHAM is committed to driving strategic growth and expansion by uncovering lucrative acquisition opportunities and providing valuable insights to its portfolio companies. The firm is led by industry veterans with backgrounds from prestigious institutions such as NYU, Microsoft, and The Riverside Company, ensuring…
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Jun 2022
acquired
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Sep 2016
acquired
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Sep 2012
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Edgehill Management Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Edgehill is a New York-based private investment firm focused on partnering with entrepreneurs and management teams of leading companies in the lower middle market. Edgehill draws on its investing and operational experience, thesis-driven diligence processes, and deep professional networks to source, execute, and manage investments. Over their careers, Edgehill’s founders have operated, invested in, and grown businesses across sectors including technology, business and consumer services, and manufacturing.Team's deal experience…
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Jan 2026
invested in
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Dec 2024
acquired
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Steinbeck Investment Company Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Steinbeck is fully committed to heroically protecting past legacies and accelerating new growth for the companies in which we invest. Strong legacies are springboards to the future, and it’s from there that we jointly build even bigger and better companies.SIC is pioneering the intersection of private equity investing and operating involvement; and we’re revolutionizing the collaborative partnership of the Executive, Investor and Operator. We embrace the perfect combination of capability, character, chemistry and commitment. We espouse strong collaborative partnerships and together…
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Feb 2022
acquired
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Feb 2022
acquired
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Ascendis Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
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…
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Jul 2021
acquired
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Jul 2021
acquired
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Aperion Management LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
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…
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Apr 2025
acquired
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Apr 2024
acquired
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ABC Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
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…
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Oct 2020
acquired
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Aug 2019
acquired
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Hudson Glade Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
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.
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Aug 2025
acquired
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May 2024
acquired
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FNMPG Holdings Inc. Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
FNMPG Holdings Inc is an acquisition driven media company exclusively focused on acquiring and managing media rights, music copyrights and media companies headed by veteran music, finance, legal, and private equity professionals with over 300 years of collective experience from Universal Music Group, PRS, EMI Music Publishing, BMG Music Publishing, Def Jam Recordings, MCA Records, Interscope Geffen A&M Records, Zomba Music Publishing, Sony Music Entertainment, Jingle Punks, Grant Thornton, Acacia Research, Deloitte, Accenture, Vulcan Inc, and the Music Sales Group.
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Jan 2021
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Rannerdale Capital LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Rannerdale is both an independent sponsor and the private investment vehicle for its founder’s family. As an independent sponsor, Rannerdale identifies, pursues, executes and manages private equity transactions in the lower and middle market. As an investment vehicle, Rannerdale commits a material amount of its founder’s family capital to each transaction. David F. Browne is approaching 20 years of experience in private equity. He has had a lead role in circa 15 completed buyside transactions, investing $1.5 billion of equity capital. Of that equity capital, approximately $1…
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Jul 2023
acquired
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Iremia Capital Management Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Independent sponsor looking to acquire SaaS, service and media businesses that do $2mill-$10mill ebitda. Completing roll-ups in two sectors at the moment.
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Oct 2020
acquired
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Route two partners Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Route Two Partners owns and operates water & wastewater services businesses. Our teams deliver tailored solutions to municipalities and private communities across the country.Founded in 2024 with a permanent capital base setup to preserve the legacy of founders, Route Two Partners takes a buy and hold-for-life approach to growing water services businesses.
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Jan 2026
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Castleford Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Castleford Capital invests where a company’s growth is accelerated from capital, network connections, operational experience and deep relationships.Castleford Capital is a private equity firm that invests in middle market healthcare services and pharmaceutical services companies. Our team, which includes operating partners and advisors, adds value to our investments beyond capital.Our investors co-invest with Castleford Capital on a deal-by-deal basis. The independent sponsor model enables us to align with the right capital partner for the investments we make. Invested companies also…
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Mar 2024
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D Cubed Group Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
D Cubed Group is a highly differentiated private-market investment firm that actively invests committed funds of equity capital in profitable, small and mid-scale businesses. The firm focuses on delivering enhanced long-term risk-adjusted investment returns for its stakeholders by partnering with a limited number of special businesses. D Cubed Group provides a broad array of resources to support these businesses in becoming long-term great enterprises. With over 50 years of experience in its focus sectors, the firm emphasizes strategic partnerships over maximizing assets under management.
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Dec 2012
acquired
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