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Explore 483 Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Independent Sponsors that source acquisition and investment opportunities on Axial’s M&A platform.

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Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Independent Sponsors

483

Active Firms

17,893

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$16M

Core Revenue Range

$600K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range


Florida 13%
Texas 13%
California 11%
New York 7%
New Jersey 4%

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

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Steven Hirsch

Actively Sourcing Deals
I am a mid-career investment professional with ~15 years of experience across private equity, management consulting and operational roles. I am a hands-on, results-oriented leader with substantial experience partnering with management teams, identifying and executing portfolio company improvement initiatives and leading deal evaluation and execution.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Iron Keel Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
Iron Keel Capital is a private equity firm based in Austin, Texas, specializing in acquiring founder and family-owned businesses within the state. The firm invests its own capital in each acquisition, focusing on established service businesses. Iron Keel Capital's strategy involves maintaining and growing these companies, ensuring long-term success and stability. By acting as principals rather than brokers, they emphasize confidentiality and a direct approach in their transactions. Their investment focus is primarily on strategic acquisitions that align with their growth objectives.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Latigo Holdings, LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
Latigo Holdings is a Dallas, TX-based independent sponsor focusing on businesses that make, maintain, supply and distribute across the industrial services and manufacturing ecosystem—spanning niche manufacturers, capital equipment service providers, consumables & component suppliers, and value-add distributors. Latigo was founded by Drew Nicholas—a seasoned investor and operator with over a decade of experience across private equity, investment banking, and corporate development—who has completed more than 20+ transactions as a principal investor, totaling ~$4.7bn TEV.Most recently…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

OGH Holdings LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
OGH Holdings is a privately held company focused on acquiring and growing B2B companies. We invest in manufacturing and service businesses with strong customer relationships, recurring demand, and defensible niche positions. Our approach emphasizes long-term ownership, operational improvement, and continuity for employees and customers rather than short term financial engineering.The principals have backgrounds in financial markets with experience operating industrial manufacturing businesses. We actively manage our portfolio companies and bring hands on operational support, pricing…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

31 Capital Advisors

Actively Sourcing Deals
We operate as a team knowing every business is different and has unique needs. We are direct lenders but understand our solution is not always the best for your business. Our partners are former Business Owners / CFO’s, Bankers and Accounting Professionals with real world experience in debt load, debt structure and cash flow analysis. Due diligence and a large network of lenders provides access to every type of funding that may be required. We are here from start to finish providing all the options necessary to keep your business healthy and moving forward.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Centurion Ventures Capital was founded by Hasnain Khimji with the goal to buy and grow online businesses, specifically SaaS (Software as a Service) and Marketplaces for the long term.CVC offers a solution to business owners seeking to work with a new generation of entrepreneurs who will personally manage their business.We are committed to retaining and developing employees and offer business owners the flexibility to focus on a particular functional area, remain involved for the long term, or step back from the business.We have seen how young leaders with operational experience,…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

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Phoenix Lake Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals
Phoenix Lake partners with founders to build resilient businesses, prioritizing their legacy, empowering employees, and delivering long-term value for all stakeholders through strategic capital and operational collaboration.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Daniel Osit

Actively Sourcing Deals
Operating a personal holdco in the food, retail, pet care, and family entertainment space. We also focus on commercial real estate and typically own the property and buildings along with operating businesses.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Cummings Holdings

Actively Sourcing Deals
Acquire and operate businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. We are well capitalized, with meaningful experience in acquisitions, operations, and partnering with management teams. We take a long-term approach and focus on building sustainable, high-performing businesses.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Fischbuch Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
Fischbuch Capital specializes in acquiring stable and profitable businesses with a focus on those with recurring or repeat revenue potential. The firm primarily operates in Calgary, Southern Alberta, but also considers remote opportunities. With a strategic approach to investment, Fischbuch Capital aims to enhance the value of its portfolio companies through active management and operational improvements. The firm is dedicated to fostering growth and sustainability in its investments, leveraging its expertise to drive success in the lower middle market.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Solas Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
We are a company that is buying companies from owner operators and turning them into absentee owned businesses. We focus on processes and growth to put management in place and then turn around and sell the business at a higher multiple to the next party.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

SLB Capital Group

Actively Sourcing Deals
Strategic Liquidity Without Operational Disruption:SLB Capital Group uses sale leasebacks as a strategic tool to advance resilient businesses. Repurchase options ensure defined paths to re-own their real estate, unlocking cost-efficient capital while preserving long-term property control.Generally speaking our investment criteria is private for non-investment grade companies, $10M+ in revenue and 25+ employees that could benefit from the bifurcation of the business and real property that meet the characteristics below:  Owns Mission-Critical Real EstateProperties used for operations,…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Inyarek Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals
Inyarek Partners is a private equity firm dedicated to fostering growth in the energy and industrial sectors. With a focus on energy transition and lower-carbon solutions, the firm partners with exceptional owners and operators to build enduring businesses. Inyarek Partners leverages nearly two decades of experience in closely held businesses to provide strategic support and capital investment, targeting equity investments in the $50M-$150M range. The firm is committed to responsible operatorship, integrating environmental, social, and governance considerations into its investment strategy.…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Avalon Trifecta Global Partners (AVTGP) is an M&A and Real State investment group; partnering with top caliber executives to acquire well-positioned main street and middle-market businesses in the United States and Canada, with the clear objective to establish a clear path to value creation profitability enhancement, and accelerated growth.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Ripple Trail Investors LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
IntroductionRipple Trail Investors, founded by David Goldberg, is a U.S.-based private investment partnership focused on teaming with founder-led businesses that are both profitable and poised for transformative growth. With over 20 years of private equity investing experience—especially in healthcare, medical manufacturing, and tech-enabled services—David has partnered with entrepreneurial executives to scale businesses while preserving culture and legacy .Investment CriteriaWe invest in founder-owned, profitable businesses where we provide the first institutional capital, enabling…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

ROXI LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
 ROXI is industry agnostic and targets cash flowing (high EBITDA), high growth entities across USA, that present strong upside potential through operational optimization. The company emphasizes:- Industries in high-demand sectors- Businesses with stable, long-term growth potential- Acquisitions in key growth markets with resilient economic drivers With a proven track record, ROXI leverages deep market intelligence, local broker relationships, and proprietary deal sourcing.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

KEYSTONE ACQUISITIONS LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
Francis MuralidharanFounder & Managing PrincipalFrancis Muralidharan is an accomplished entrepreneur and seasoned investor with deep expertise in acquiring, scaling, and optimizing profitable businesses across diverse sectors. With over 15 years of experience as a founder, educator, and business consultant, Francis leverages strategic financing techniques—including asset-based lending, seller financing, and consulting-for-equity deals—to structure creative acquisitions and facilitate seamless ownership transitions.As the founder of Tutors for Charity LLC and Avocado Brand, Francis has…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Lozynski Advisory

Actively Sourcing Deals
Lozynski Advisory is a founder-led firm focused on acquiring and operating a high-quality small business in the lower middle market. We target companies with recurring revenue, strong margins, and long-term growth potential—particularly in accounting, financial services, or B2B verticals. Led by a CPA, CFA, and Booth MBA with experience scaling finance functions and providing Fractional CFO services, we bring hands-on operational expertise, disciplined execution, and a long-term commitment to stewardship.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

DeepMechanix

Actively Sourcing Deals
Founder of a stealth mode startup looking to acquire an Engineering Firm related to Engineering, Procurement, and Construction or Architecture, Engineering, and Construction. Our company is based out of silicon valley and has raised an undisclosed seed round.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Positive Risk Holdings

Actively Sourcing Deals
Pioneer a strategy focused on long-term value creation by committing to high-quality companies with robust management teams and actively fostering their development and expansion. We are committed to delivering superior results for investors, shareholders, partners, and operators, all while prioritizing risk management and capital preservation.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.


Frequently Asked Questions

How are Independent Sponsors in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Oil & Gas Exploration & Production 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.

What information is included in each Independent Sponsor profile?

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.

What company sizes are most common for Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Independent Sponsors?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Independent Sponsors is $3M-$16M, 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.

How important is Energy & Utilities experience when evaluating Independent Sponsors?

Relevant Energy & Utilities 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 483 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Energy & Utilities.

Do all Independent Sponsors in this directory focus exclusively on Energy & Utilities?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Independent Sponsors directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Energy & Utilities, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

How do I compare Independent Sponsors with experience in Energy & Utilities?

When comparing Independent Sponsors with experience in Energy & Utilities, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 483 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Independent Sponsors?

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 Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.


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