Top Railroads Search Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

1,020

Active Firms

17,383

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$12M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$2M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

California 13%

Florida 13%

Texas 10%

New York 8%

New Jersey 5%

Key Attributes

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

Newport Cove Partners, LLC

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Newport Cove Partners LLC ("NCP") intends to acquire and operate a single company for the long-term. We are operators committed to building upon the legacy of a retiring business owner as they transition out of the day-to-day operations, and to doing right by its people and community over the long-term.NCP targets select sectors focused on maintenance, inspection and other reoccurring services with an orientation around facilities and properties. It targets companies with annual sales between $3 million and $20 million.Learn more about who we are and our approach at…

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Changebridge Growth Partners

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Changebridge Growth Partners (CGP) is a traditional, partnered search fund looking to find one great business to operate for the long term. The firm's Principals bring a wide range of complementary professional experiences from investment banking, consulting, business development, corporate strategy, and entrepreneurship, which translate well into scaling and optimizing an SMB. CGP is backed by several prominent investors and advisors who bring several decades of operational and investment expertise within the lower middle market. The firm desires a US-based private business with a high…

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MJ Continuity Partners LLC

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MJ Continuity Partners LLC is a self-funded search fund looking to acquire and operate a business in the greater Atlanta area. 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 Johnson has a background in management consulting (Bain, BCG). He received his undergraduate education at Duke University (Economics) and his MBA from Wharton. Matt is experienced in private equity commercial due diligence/transaction support andportfolio company operations.

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Devereux

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Devereux brings a depth of experience across real estate, private equity and business operations. Joel's experience includes commercial real estate, a multi-unit franchise operator, and active investor in both real estate and private equity. He now oversees acquisitions and investor relations. Zack started his career in venture banking, and has since launched and closed a private debt fund, advised multiple small businesses on recapitalization strategies, and established a private equity search fund that led to the creation of a commercial security integration company and the acquisition of a…

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Split Rock Equity LLC

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Split Rock Equity is dedicated to acquiring, actively operating and growing a single business for the long-term. Founded by a high-energy entrepreneur who is supported by a group of seasoned investors and advisors, Split Rock offers the capital, transition plan and exclusive dedication needed to protect your company's culture, employees and legacy.

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Yonah Group LLC

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Yonah Group is a team of Army veterans dedicated to the purchase and operation of one exceptional business in the Eastern U.S. Our value proposition: (1) M&A Transaction Experience: Michael has worked on 15+ transactions as an investment banker (2) Long-term Outlook: We plan to work directly in the business for the long-term. We have no intention to sell (3) Military / Operations: Approach - We are both successful military veterans with a "bias for action" and have led teams as large as 150+ Soldiers in the Middle East

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South Square Parnters LLC

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South Square Partners is a self-funded search fund. The partners are two friends with experience across private markets investing, management consulting, and on-the-ground operations.

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Thrive Acquisitions & Consulting

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I started Thrive acquisitions and consulting to help my close friends and now clients buy quality businesses in the DFW area. I am an Army Veteran with years of corporate management experience running programs for enterprises that impact as large as their 140,000 employee base.

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Proze Legacy

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Proze Legacy 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.Miriam Prosnitz founded Proze Legacy with the goal of acquiring a company she can run for her career. After graduating from MIT, she pursued non-traditional roles where she could work with real people on their problems. Eventually, Miriam realized where she could help the most would be in growing a business and managing a…

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Ascend Succession LLC

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My search firm Ascend Succession focuses on acquiring and operating small businesses in the Western US. With my background as a mechanical engineer with experience in product development, operation, and management consulting I bring a deep understand of the industrial space and want to acquire a business in that industry. I'm specifically looking for business in the energy service space, e.g. electrical contractors and back up power providers.

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Farmington Ventures

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My name is Cynthia Sada, and I am an experienced business executive with a long-term focus to purchase and grow a business, ideally in based in Michigan. With 20 years of leadership experience in category-leading brands of products and services in general management, marketing and innovation for companies including Weight Watchers, Intl, Nestle Health Science, Merck, and Kraft Foods, I am looking to own and grow a local company and drive value for the community. Specifically, I seek to acquire: • $1.5 – $4.0MM in adj EBITDA • Product and/or service company in the healthcare, consumer…

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Cuesta Legacy LLC

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Cuesta Legacy's purpose is to buy a well-established company and build it over decades.Cuesta Legacy was named to honor my grandfather, himself a small business owner, who passed down the belief that integrity, hard work, and grit are required to build something truly great. Great companies are built by people that embody those traits. This is core to who I am and how I work.I am looking for an exceptional owner who is looking for a long-term home for their company and wants a hands-on successor that will not just maintain but also build on their legacy

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JPRZ Enterprises

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I first started M&A with consulting services for local companies. I assisted a construction company and a photography business. Since the beginning of this year, I decided I wanted to acquire instead of consult. JPRZ consists of 4 partners who have all had their own M&A experience and decided to come together to assist each other in whatever aspects necessary. My partners have worked in the real estate, sports entertainment, and construction sectors.

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Cordell Jacks Enterprises Inc.

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Cordell Jacks Enterprises Inc. 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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EYRIE Partners

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EYRIE Partners is committed to acquiring, operating and growing one business for the long term. EYRIE Partners will provide a smooth and flexible transition to owner(s) ready for the next phase of their business and life. EYRIE Partners will operate and grow the business for the long term in a way that preserves the owner(s) legacy and builds for the future. EYRIE Partners is founded and led by Houston Hollis, a former M&A corporate development and investment banking professional, and is backed by a network of successful entrepreneurs and investors.

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Siesta Capital LLC

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Siesta Capital 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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Fro&Sam

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Seeking to acquire, lead, and scale a product or service company generating $500K – $750K in SDE based in or relocatable to Northern California. Strategic Leader with a proven track record of creating value, revenue growth, and market expansion.Strategic leader with 25 years of experience and a unique blend of product development, product management, and business development. Proven ability to leverage existing infrastructure,operations, leadership, strategic partnerships, and breakthrough technologies to accelerate growth and deliver strong financial results. Skilled at building and…

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Merlion Capital

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I am actively exploring opportunities to acquire or invest in established businesses located on the East Coast. My primary focus is on companies that maintain low operational overhead and generate a strong and consistent Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (SDE) in the range of $500,000 to $650,000. I’m particularly interested in businesses with a proven track record, stable cash flow, and operational processes that allow for some degree of scalability or efficiency. I am open to a variety of industries, provided they align with those financial characteristics and offer long-term growth…

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Hounds Bay Capital

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HOUNDS BAY CAPITAL is an investment group formed for the sole purpose of finding, acquiring, and growing one outstanding small business.We aim to connect with current business owners who are considering retirement to help them ease their transition and preserve their legacy. We target companies with between 10 - 200 employees and $2.5 Million - $8 Million in earnings. Based on the deep operational expertise of our Founder & Principal, Tyler J. Garnett, we focus primarily on software, tech-enabled service, and B2B service companies.Prior to founding HOUNDS BAY CAPITAL, Tyler spent more…

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Double Diamond Capital

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Double Diamond Capital is a private investment firm focused on acquiring small businesses in the Colorado Front Range and southern Wyoming. We aim to maintain your company’s culture, build on existing employee, supplier, and customer relationships, and collaborate with management to achieve growth. We want to bring our different experiences and expertise as a fresh perspective to your company’s next phase of building.

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Firms in the Railroads 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.

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.

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Railroads Search Funds is $3M-$12M, with a core EBITDA range of $500K-$2M. 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.

Relevant Industrials 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 1,020 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Industrials.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Railroads Search Funds directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Industrials, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

When comparing Search Funds with experience in Industrials, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 1,020 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

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 Railroads Search Funds directory, you can request information here.

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