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Parkland Group Industries

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Parkland Group Industries is based in St. Louis, Missouri and focused exclusively on purchasing and operating small, "business to business" companies in the U.S. with earnings less than $5 million. www.pgstl.com

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• May 2023 Acquired Dollar Fulfillment
• Aug 2020 Acquired Ships-a-Lot
• Aug 2015 Acquired Midwest Performance Development, Inc.

MBO Ventures

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MBO Ventures 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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• Aug 2023 Acquired Accelerant
• Aug 2023 Acquired FLO-BIN Rentals
• Aug 2023 Acquired SAM (Storage Asset Management)

Roko

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Röko is a $2.5 billion listed acquirer of market-leading niche businesses, with a portfolio of 30 companies across 21 countries. We acquire companies with EBIT(A) between $3-15 million, strong market positions, and a proven record of consistent, profitable growth. Our perpetual, decentralized ownership approach allows management teams to continue operating independently, preserving both autonomy and legacy. We are industry agnostic but find the most attractive opportunities in industrials and asset-light manufacturing, consumer products, medical devices, value-added distribution, and A&D.

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• Feb 2025 Acquired Addedo
• Jan 2025 Acquired 4X4
• Jan 2023 Acquired Ajat Group

ALJ Regional Holdings

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ALJ Regional Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALJJ), led by a highly experienced team, is the parent company of the following subsidiaries:Faneuil, Inc., a leading provider of call center services, back-office operations, staffing services and toll collection services to government and regulated commercial clients across the United States, focusing on the healthcare, utility, transportation, and toll revenue collection industries. Faneuil is headquartered in Hampton, Virginia. ALJ acquired Faneuil on October 19, 2013.Phoenix Color Corp. (including its subsidiaries, “Phoenix”), a leading…

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• Aug 2023 Acquired VISTIO
• Sep 2022 Acquired Ranews
• Apr 2022 Acquired FANEUIL

Sisu Investment Holdings

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Sisu Investment Holdings is a long-term-focused investment holding company committed to building value. Our expertise in both operations and investments offers our partners a unique platform for sustainable growth.

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• Jun 2025 Invested in Confidential Company
• Dec 2024 Invested in Confidential Company
• Jun 2024 Acquired Confidential Company

Bleecker Street Group

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Bleecker Street Group is a global technology holding company dedicated to driving growth and innovation within the global supply chain. The firm strategically invests in companies that power this sector, focusing on innovative businesses that contribute to the advancement of supply chain technologies. Through its targeted acquisitions and investments, Bleecker Street Group aims to enhance operational efficiencies and foster technological advancements across various industries. Its commitment to innovation and strategic growth positions it as a key player in the global supply chain landscape.

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• May 2024 Acquired Marine Learning Systems
• May 2023 Acquired Ship Admin
• Apr 2022 Acquired Adonis HR

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Lab One Capital Corp

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Lab One Capital is a permanent holding company dedicated to acquiring exceptional founder-led and family-owned businesses in Western Canada. Founded by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, we partner with proven mid-career operators to buy, build, and hold businesses permanently creating lasting value for our partners, employees, and the communities we serve. We are a team of self-made, lifelong entrepreneurs passionate about identifying and unlocking value in every business we acquire. Our first-hand founder, operator, and private equity experience allows us to place our own dedicated CEOs armed…

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• Mar 2023 Acquired Bottle Depot
• Mar 2023 Acquired Birch Bark Asset Management

UMI | Upper Midwest Industries

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Upper Midwest Industries (UMI) is a privately owned manufacturing company dedicated to fostering the growth of American manufacturing through innovation and quality. Based in Hopkins, Minnesota, UMI has successfully combined several small manufacturing firms to create a robust family of companies producing high-quality components. Under the leadership of third-generation owner Sam Carlsen, UMI emphasizes a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and stewardship for its employees and future generations. The company is actively involved in acquiring and developing small manufacturing firms,…

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• Jan 2026 Acquired Blow Molded Specialties, INC
• Jan 2026 Acquired Spantek

Columbia Home Services

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Columbia Home Services is a Residential and Light Commercial home services platform focused on repair, maintenance, replacement and installation services in secondary but growing markets across the US. CHS is based in Dallas, Texas and is currently comprised of seasoned industry leadership​. Our vision is to partner with organizations who have great leadership, a winning culture and to help them grow their business.​

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• Mar 2024 Acquired Confidential Company
• Sep 2023 Acquired Confidential Company

Crescent Peak

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At Crescent Peak, our expertise lies in identifying and securing exceptional, yet often overlooked, family-owned enterprises. We concentrate on privately-held entities with EBITDA ranging from $3 to $10 million USD, guiding these organizations towards greater achievements and success, all while maintaining a deep respect for their founding principles and visions.

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• Sep 2025 Acquired Federal EC
• Aug 2023 Acquired MAD20 Technologies

Davidson Buyer

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Southwest Calibration Service - closed June 2022Texas Fire and Communications - closed June 2024Searching for calibration/instrumentation/testing/inspection businesses that provide business to business services, distribution, and manufacturing.Searching for low voltage installation/service businesses with a focus on fire alarm installation.Searching for other businesses that are mature, profitable, have a layer of management, and in Texas/Louisiana.https://www.linkedin.com/in/reid-davidson/www.davidsonbuyer.com

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• Jun 2024 Acquired Texas Fire and Communications
• Jun 2022 Acquired Southwest Calibration Service

Sagamore Mountain Inc

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Sagamore Mountain Inc. is a long-term holding company focused on acquiring and operating enduring small businesses in essential industries. We provide business owners with a permanent home for their company—offering continuity for employees and customers, and honoring the legacy they’ve built. Our team brings hands-on operational expertise and a flexible, founder-friendly approach to succession planning. We are not flippers or financial engineers—we buy to hold, not to sell.

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• Apr 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
• Jan 2024 Acquired Confidential Company

Sundial

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Sundial Holdings is an evergreen Holding Company built to be the most founder-friendly buyer in the lower-middle market.We focus on preserving legacy, protecting teams, and providing true continuity by keeping companies unlevered, maintaining the same team and name, and making fast, fair decisions.What we offer: A growth team to work on operations, long-term capital, bolt-on acquisition support, and a full back office that includes accounting, legal, and fractional resources like marketing. We offer sellers flexible post-close roles, the ability to roll equity into either the fund or their…

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• Oct 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
• Nov 2024 Acquired Confidential Company

Ex Nihilo Capital

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Ex Nihilo Capital is an invitation-only strategic private equity investment firm actively focused on leveraged buy-out opportunities in stable or growing lower middle market businesses. Our team acquires firms that have proven their success and are primed for the next level of their evolution. By bringing our expertise, energy, enthusiasm, and capital to the table, we identify and aggressively pursue value-enhancing growth opportunities. We generally seek niche service businesses within the healthcare industry, but also currently have portfolio holdings in family entertainment centers and…

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• Jul 2022 Acquired Amtran Medical Transport
• Sep 2020 Acquired H&M Transport

Grupo PDC

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Grupo PDC is a private operating company with an interest in small to medium sized acquisitions. We partner with exceptional companies and lever our existing platform to accelerate their growth. Post acquisition, we work closely with our portfolio companies to drive significant quantifiable value for all stakeholders.

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• Aug 2014 Acquired Magia Blanca

Ventus LLC

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Ventus is an infrastructure investment and asset management firm that focuses on investing in air cargo and renewable energy infrastructure in Europe and North America.Our Global Strategies:Focus on investment in innovative industrial infrastructure. We target opportunities at the in either real assets or associated operations and technologies. We currently focus on three distinct investment strategies:Acquisition or development of Air Cargo real infrastructure: on or off airport.Acquisition of Air Cargo Handling Operation: on or off airport.Acquisition or development of Biogas plats in…

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• Apr 2021 Acquired Skyport a.s.

Baseline Enterprise LLC

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Baseline Enterprises is a parent company interested in acquiring businesses in the healthcare space. We previously made acquisitions of assisted living facilities and are looking to expand into the same and any adjacent verticals.

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• Mar 2021 Acquired Elizabeth Care Homes

AMS Partnership

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AMS Partnership (AMS) was founded in 2022 with the goal of acquiring and operating profitable product and services-based companies to create value for our employees, customers, and communities. AMS stands out from the crowd of traditional financial acquirers by leveraging the founders' years of hands-on small business operational and technical experience.AMS plans to acquire and hold vs the traditional approach of acquire, grow, and sell. We feel that acquiring businesses at fair valuations and continuing to own and operate these businesses indefinitely will provide the best outcome for the…

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• Aug 2023 Acquired Confidential Company

Plantation Investments

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Plantation Investments focuses on businesses that compliment each other. I started down this path with a machine shop founded in 2007, and in 2019 acquired a motorsports manufacturing company in Oklahoma. My primary focus is to try and add additional companies that can compliment each other.

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• Jan 2019 Acquired Stroud Safety

K4 Holdings

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K4 Holdings is dedicated to partnering with, actively operating, and growing a small portfolio of complimentary lower middle market manufacturing businesses in the Greater Delaware Valley and Northeast region.

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• Apr 2021 Acquired Philadelphia Dry Ice / Jim's Ice