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Worthwhile Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Worthwhile Partners was founded by Jason Young and Matthew Smith in 2021. Our firm seeks to identify and acquire an established operating business. We intend to manage the acquired target in a way that reflects our business ethos and enhances the existing culture, duration, efficiency and growth of the enterprise. Our core values of integrity, honesty and transparency underpin our approach. We are open to partnering with existing management. Young and Smith have over 40 years of combined institutional investment and entrepreneurial experience across public and private investments, spanning 8…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jun 2021
invested in
Investor
May 2021
invested in

Forge Equity Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Forge Equity Partners is a private investment firm founded by two experienced executives who share a common vision for growing companies and complimentary experience investing in and operating businesses. Forge pursues platform investments in companies that range in size from $2-6M of EBITDA, and draws on the partners' operational and leadership experience to grow businesses through investment in people, processes, technology, systems, expanded operations, and strategic acquisitions. Forge takes a long-term view in building businesses with the intent to hold and grow businesses for 10+…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jan 2024
acquired
Investor
Mar 2022
acquired

Tightrope Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Tightrope Capital’s team consists of professionals with more than 50 years of combined operating and investment experience. We have broad experience investing in, managing, and operating more than 25 companies across a diverse array of industry sectors. Furthermore, we have successfully operated through multiple economic cycles.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Apr 2022
acquired
Investor
Dec 2021
acquired

Loyal Companies

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Loyal Companies is a PE company. We focus on strategic partnerships, acquisitions and opportunities. We help founders unlock the growth potential of their companies. We focus on providing a strong management team, and operation expertise that help our companies reach untapped potential. With our deep technology experience, we are able to provide and help with the ideal customer experience, product management and the people with in the business.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Oct 2022
secured debt financing from
Investor
May 2020
secured debt financing from

127 Wall

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
127 Wall supports promising entrepreneurs and businesses by delivering the thoughtful capital and operational insight that they need in order to effectively scale. Our flexible investment mandate allows us to provide solutions across the transaction spectrum, from retiring owner-operators in need of complete exits to expanding businesses seeking accelerated growth.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Nov 2021
acquired
Investor
Sep 2021
acquired

D.K. Smith & Co.

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
D.K. Smith & Co. is a private equity independent sponsor focused on making control acquisitions and partnering with management teams to grow middle market companies.We seek platform investment targets with $5-$25 million in EBITDA and will go as low as $2 million in EBITDA for bolt-on investments. We work with business owners seeking a meaningful upfront cash payment for their business, an opportunity to rollover and retain a continued ownership position, and potentially remain involved in the management and growth of the business.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Aug 2009
acquired

Optimal Investment Group

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Optimal Investment Group (OIG) is a private investment firm focused on investing in lower middle market business acquisitions throughout North America. OIG invests in companies we believe show potential for growth and increased profitability.OIG is flexible and growth-minded, utilizing our vast experience to help portfolio companies reach their full potential. Our investment process allows us to analyze and close transactions quickly, frequently within 30-60 days.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jan 2018
invested in

High Plains Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
High Plains Capital is an independent sponsor seeking a Colorado-based business with $750k to $3M EBITDA. The deal will be funded with a mix of in-house capital and LP funds. HPC recently completed its first successful exit from a medical staffing company in December of 2022. We are looking to redeploy for a late 2023/early 2024 close on the next transaction.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Mar 2021
acquired

ROCA Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
ROCA Partners is a Los Angeles-based private equity investment firm focused on providing leading services companies with flexible capital and operational resources to accelerate growth.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Oct 2018
secured debt financing from

Kent Road Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Formed by David Mansell, Steve Lawrynuik, and Ian Kessler, Kent Road Capital combines seasoned private equity experience with proven operational and business transformation expertise. Together with a team of outstanding Senior Advisors and Specialist Advisors, Kent Road Capital is committed to acquiring and building high quality small- and mid-cap businesses by offering them the capabilities and capital to help them flourish.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
May 2023
invested in

Ellisonwoods Ave LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Ellisonwoods is an investment company focused on finding high quality businesses to acquire and grow. Our aim is to help owners effectuate a seamless transition and continue building upon their legacy. We are particularly interested in partnering with business-to-business service companies with stable end-markets and recurring demand drivers.Investment Criteria: 5+ Years of Operating History>$250,000 of Owner EarningsStable Market DynamicsContracted or Recurring RevenueLimited Customer ConcentrationAbout the Team: Founder & Managing MemberZach Alexander is currently a second-year…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jul 2021
acquired

Brones & Company LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Brones & Company is the independent sponsor platform formed to partner with White Oak Enterprises, a family office with a long-standing commitment to sustainability and direct private equity investing. White Oak has designated Brones & Company as its channel for direct private equity investments and works with us deal by deal.We are focused on acquiring 3–5 platform businesses over the next several years. We intend to build long-term partnerships and revisit the optimal capital structure, whether permanent capital, a family office fundraise, or an evolved sponsor model. Our shared…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Dec 2024
invested in

Trades Mosaic LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
We are a privately-held company that acquires, operates and scales home services companies, including plumbing, HVAC and electrical services. We empower our local teams to foster a culture of growth, pride and innovation in service and craftsmanship
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Feb 2024
acquired

C9 Partners, LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
C9 Partners LLC is private investment firm focused on identifying niche opportunities at the intersection of specialty lending and financial, legal, and healthcare business services.We are industry experts leveraging over 50 years of institutional lower-middle market corporate finance experience and over $3.0 billion in completed corporate finance transactionsWe have a track record of creating realized equity value as both professional investors and CEOs and CFOs of high growth businesses.Given our directly relevant experience, we seek to establish non-intermediated relationships with…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Mar 2021
secured debt financing from

Beech Street

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
With a robust heritage extending over forty years, our family office excels in the cultivation and preservation of multi-generational wealth, with a keen emphasis on real estate, financial services, and alternative investments. Our approach is rooted in leveraging profound industry insight to propel strategic investments that yield enduring value. Our team of seasoned professionals is committed to crafting tailor-made strategies that resonate with the core values of our family office, with a strong focus on sustainability and the fostering of innovation. It is our pledge to deliver…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Apr 2024
acquired

Strive Equity Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Strive Equity Partners is a Toronto-based private equity firm that invests as an independent sponsor on a deal-by-deal basis. Strive was established in 2023 with a few core principles in mind: transparency, integrity, discipline and excellence.​We differentiate ourselves through our experience and relentless work ethic, while being open and honest partners every step of the way. When we partner with founders and management, we strive to achieve outcomes outside of existing boundaries. 
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Feb 2025
acquired

Trusspoint Equity Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Trusspoint is a Toronto, Ontario, Canada based independent sponsor investing in Canadian SMEs with >$2m EBITDA. We invest in and partner with privately held Canadian companies seeking shareholder liquidity and/or ownership succession. Our combined 50+ years experience operating, advising and investing in small, entrepreneurial businesses allows us to uniquely support the teams we invest in. Our mandate is to ensure the foundation of what has been built is not only reinforced but strengthened to stand the test of time.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jan 2022
acquired

At Nexus

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
AT Nexus The defining link between Today's & Tomorrow's Healthcare Specializing in sourcing, acquiring and growing investments in lower middle market healthcare service companies ranging from $2M-$10M EBITDA.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Dec 2023
secured debt financing from

5 Star Service Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Builders with a Passion for Providing Excellent Service to Small Businesses and Their OwnersSignificant acquisition, management, and operational experience across a variety of services industries 35+ successfully closed acquisitions and sales processes for over $5Bn Exclusively focused on working with entrepreneurs to scale small businesses 
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jul 2020
acquired

Nima Asset Management, LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Nima Asset Management LLC was formed in 2008 to identify and purse direct special situation investments.  The Founder of Nima has extensive experience across a range of industries and financing types.  We have several active projects underway.  We actively seek value added co-investors.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Feb 2017
invested in

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