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Paper Packaging Search Funds

364

Active Firms

3,085

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$16M

Core Revenue Range

$800K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range


Texas 11%
California 10%
Florida 10%
New York 9%
New Jersey 5%

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

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Venice Hudson 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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I'm looking to acquire a business to run full time. I'm currently the general manager for a $43MM/yr PE-backed home services company. Previously, I was a consultant at McKinsey, an oilfield engineer, and Special Forces (Green Beret) officer with multiple overseas deployments during GWOT.

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Valley Cove Capital is a search fund 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. Matt Bucklin, the founder of Valley Cove Capital, has extensive management and operational experience. He is passionate about building companies in consumer healthcare, wellness, and digital therapeutics. Matt is currently the interim CEO at Sense Relief, an antiemetic digital therapeutic software for smartwatches. He…

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Maebar Industries is a search fund focused on small to medium-sized acquisitions. Maebar is led by Edward and Claire Egger, a husband and wife team. They each have extensive experience in Supply Chain and Operations Leadership and are seeking to purchase a business to buy and operate.Both Edward and Claire grew up in small businesses, and after successfully leading high-performing teams for other organizations, wish to fulfill a strong passion to own and lead their own business. They are self-funded, serious searchers, with a high level of energy, experience, and skill to bring to a…

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Sanitas Industries is an investment firm that acquires and operates industrial businesses in the Midwest and Western US. More on us here: https://sanitasindustries.com/

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Birch Heritage is not a private equity fund or a buy-out shop. We are two individuals looking to acquire and operate one single business and will devote all of our time, energy, expertise, and resources to its long-term growth and success.Birch Heritage is managed by Michael Simms and Richard Si. Michael and Richard met while pursuing their M.B.A. degrees at the Kellogg School of Management, and recently decided to pursue their entrepreneurial passion as business partners in a search fund. ​ Michael has spent several years working in consulting and Richard has several years of experience…

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Looking to acquire a value-add product distributor, specialty manufacturer or service provider with a $2 to $10 Million EBITDA. Selling to B2B industrial type clients. Partnered with a group of family office.

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Apex Acquisition Co. is a private investment firm focused acquiring a small to medium sized business. We'd like to partner with an exceptional company seeking the next stage of growth. Post acquisition, we plan to work closely with the business to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.

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Modeen Ice Cream LLC 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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I am a self-funded searcher, or fundless sponsor, seeking to acquire businesses. I have acquired SMEs in the past in a personal capacity. In addition, I have worked in the private equity industry for over 10 years and participation in transactions valued in the billions of dollars. You can see in my profile on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-kassen/) that I worked for Sam Zell for approximately 10 years and subsequently was at Blackstone.

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4.0 Growth Management is a search fund financed by a family office focused on acquiring lower middle-market companies within the manufactured products, services, or healthcare sectors. 

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Kola Capital Partners LLC (“Kola”) is a private investment partnership (search fund) focused on identifying, acquiring and operating a single business. The firm is funded by a talented group of experienced investors, former CEOs, entrepreneurs and current operators. After purchasing a business, David Obia, the firm’s founder and managing principal, will assume leadership and day-to-day management responsibilities of the acquired company. We will consider investments with the following characteristics:Stable, recurring revenue (Annual revenue of $5 to $50m) Strong margins/cash flow…

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Proud 4th generation entrepreneur with 15+ year-experienced management consultant, specializing in innovative business modeling, competitive strategy, market expansion, digital marketing, research & product development. Broad foundation spearheading growth of Fortune 500s, SMBs, startups and government agencies. Led global teams of 100+ and P&Ls exceeding $100M. Investment Thesis: Buy & Hold: We believe continuously making smart investments, sustaining those positions long-term and appropriately allocating active support to improve the pattern of returns across the portfolio will provide the…

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Kithe Capital Partners was formed to identify, acquire, and operate an existing company with an enterprise value of up to $50 million. Locally owned and operated businesses are the lifeblood of our communities. These companies sponsor little league teams, offer children summer jobs, and provide critical services we sometimes take for granted. The entrepreneurs behind these companies deserve to have their legacy amplified and preserved through the ongoing operation of their businesses.Kithe seeks to acquire, operate, and build upon the impact of its previous leadership. We target companies…

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Operated by an M&A veteran, Sportsmanship Capital Holdings, LLC ("SCH") invests in high-quality, family-owned and/or entrepreneur-owned businesses. Buy-and-build is a popular phrase these days. Our belief, however, is that many investment firms have become too carried away with buying and have lost focus on building. In their rush to add scale/footprint and consolidate the backoffice, too often customers are neglected and great employees are turned wayward. This creates opportunities for patient investors with a long-term view, such as SCH, to capture share in local and regional markets and…

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Cut 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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Curtis Endeavors is a family-owned private investment office that is actively seeking an attractive small or medium business opportunity for acquisition. The firm is specifically interested in businesses that meet the following criteria:LOCATION: Nationwide search with preference to the eastern Midwest (IL, WI, IN, MI, OH).FINANCIAL CRITERIA: Healthy EBITDA/SDE Margins of +20% and ranging from $0.4M-$2.0M.FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE: Demonstrated strong and steady top-line growth with a track record of consistent bottom-line improvement.INDUSTRY FOCUS: Preference for wholesale, distribution,…

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Equity commercial is a search fund that is self-funded by its principal, Jacob Voswinkel. With a background in MBS and commodity trading, as well as residential and commercial real estate he's looking to purchase a business in the $1-2mm ebitda range. Our business acquisition search is industry-agnostic, although given our background, we find home services companies to be a natural fit. In addition to using Axial for deal sourcing, we're also interested in connecting with equity investors for opportunities at the top end of our acquisition range.

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CompanySeven Seas Capital (“SSC”) is a partnership of experienced small business entrepreneurs and investors designed to help business owners who would like to take some ‘chips off the table’ and participate in the future growth of their company or transition out completely and unlock the equity tied up in the company. We are based in Atlanta, GA and invest in companies across North America.The team at SSC has launched products & services that collectively amount to over $500M in annual revenue, saved hundreds of millions in expenses and invested in dozens of businesses ranging…

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Matt Tomme formed MTNwest Industries as the vehicle to purchase, step into the full time leadership role, and build upon an existing business in the broader Mountain West region.Prior to founding MTNwest Industries, I spent 18 years managing operations, engineering, and project teams in the oil and gas industry across the globe in Alaska, Texas, Colorado, Africa, and Kazakhstan. In my latest role as VP of Facilities Engineering for Elk Petroleum I have been instrumental in delivering business growth and creating business value by delivering reliable operations, developing and executing on a…

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Frequently Asked Questions

How are Search Funds in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Paper Packaging 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.

What information is included in each Search Fund 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 Paper Packaging Search Funds?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Paper Packaging Search Funds is $3M-$16M, with a core EBITDA range of $800K-$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 Materials experience when evaluating Search Funds?

Relevant Materials 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 364 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Materials.

Do all Search Funds in this directory focus exclusively on Materials?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Paper Packaging Search Funds directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Materials, 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 Search Funds with experience in Materials?

When comparing Search Funds with experience in Materials, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 364 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Paper Packaging Search Funds?

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 Paper Packaging Search Funds directory, you can request information here.


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