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Explore 1,473 Research & Consulting Services Independent Sponsors that source acquisition and investment opportunities on Axial’s M&A platform.

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Research & Consulting Services Independent Sponsors

1,473

Active Firms

33,452

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$15M

Core Revenue Range

$600K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range


Florida 13%
Texas 12%
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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Main Street Acquisitions

Actively Sourcing Deals
Main Street Acquisitions looks to continue and build upon the legacy of America's Main Street companies. We believe in protecting and growing the lifeblood of the American dream through acquiring and growing small to medium sized businesses.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Brooklyn Capital Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals
Brooklyn Capital Partners is a next-generation investment platform built by former Wall Street deal professionals with deep experience across deal structuring, principal investing, platform strategy, and operational advisory. Culture is rooted in institutional M&A and capital markets experience, with a macro-informed lens that guides sector selection, value creation strategy, and disciplined capital formation. We focus on businesses positioned to benefit from long-term structur

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Invictus Company Acquisitions is an Australian private equity firm specializing in the acquisition and management of businesses within the heavy industrial and infrastructure services sectors. The firm is committed to long-term ownership, focusing on operational excellence and fostering a strong company culture. Invictus seeks to acquire full or partial stakes in companies, with transaction sizes typically ranging from $50 million to $300 million. By hiring exceptional leaders and allowing them the autonomy to drive growth, Invictus aims to enhance the value of its portfolio companies, which…

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, Matt’s Investments, LLC is an active domestic limited-liability company specializing in strategic capital deployment and real estate ventures. The firm operates as a private investment entity, managing equity interests and joint ventures across multiple property sectors. With a focus on disciplined growth and long-term value creation, Matt’s Investments leverages deep market expertise to identify opportunities that align with its investment philosophy.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Merrymaker Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
Merrymaker Capital is a private equity firm that specializes in control investments in privately held companies. The firm focuses on enriching lives and building enduring value in small and medium-sized enterprises by investing in people, strategy, and technologies. Merrymaker Capital targets companies with strong management and growth potential, specifically those with EBITDA ranging from $2.0 to $20.0 million. The firm is committed to empowering teams and dedicating resources to foster strategic growth. With a portfolio of around 20 companies, Merrymaker Capital emphasizes operational focus…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

113 Capital LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
113 Capital is a family office dedicated to creating successful partnerships by focusing on the improvement and operation of diverse assets. The firm is particularly interested in acquiring businesses with established models and mature customer bases, with a strategic focus on opportunities along the U.S. East Coast. Their approach is centered around generating consistent cash flow and fostering growth within their portfolio companies. 113 Capital leverages its expertise to enhance the value and performance of its investments.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

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Caydan Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
Caydan Capital Partners is a private equity firm specializing in control investments with a focus on value-oriented strategies. The firm targets profitable businesses with strong management teams, emphasizing historical operating performances and favorable market dynamics. Caydan Capital Partners employs flexible investment structures, including majority control, minority equity, and debt plus equity investments. With a team experienced in private equity and venture capital, the firm is dedicated to communication, trust, and alignment, helping their portfolio companies succeed. They actively…

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White Wing Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals
With a career spanning investing, advising, and operating roles, Fletcher brings a uniquely holistic perspective to the table. Before joining White Wing, he served on the investment team at DalFort Capital Partners, a Dallas-based investment firm focused on making control equity investments in lower middle market industrial businesses. At Dalfort, Fletcher sourced, executed, and managed both platform and add-on investments. Prior to Dalfort, Fletcher worked in the energy investment banking division of Wells Fargo Securities, advising clients on mergers, acquisitions, and capital-raising…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Moriah Group

Actively Sourcing Deals
Single family office with experience in operating companies across the southwestern USA Relevant verticals include Energy, OFS, Raw materials, Technology, and other industrials. Open to add ons to existing businesses and to entering new verticals where internal operating experience can be beneficial

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Foundry-Logic

Actively Sourcing Deals
As electricity demand rises, getting more out of the installed base of energy systems is critical to lowering costs and increasing reliability. Foundry-Logic is an operating company focused on improving the performance of America's energy infrastructure. We are building an energy services platform to operate, maintain, and upgrade the installed base of energy systems. We have a long-term orientation, a technology-driven approach, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Gasha Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
We acquire and operate profitable, service-heavy businesses where better workflow software and AI-enabled operations can improve responsiveness, retention, and margins. We are founder-friendly, move quickly, preserve teams and customer relationships, and are looking for durable companies with strong repeat revenue, operational complexity, and owners seeking a thoughtful transition.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Riverbound Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals
Riverbound Partners is seeking to acquire a business led by a faith-driven CEO and hold it for the long-term, to ensure that the mission, culture, and Gospel fruit endures for generations to come.Unlike traditional private equity buyers, we don’t flip the company or strip away what matters most.Our purpose is to ensure business remains a place where people belong, grow, and encounter Christ's love.Our model:- Long-term hold (no artificial exits)- Minimal debt (no external pressures)- Mission first (values and culture preserved)If you planted your company by the river, don’t choose a buyer…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Grecom global

Actively Sourcing Deals
m building an Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) platform focused on acquiring a profitable, recession-resilient business where I can install or retain strong management and invest in growth. I’m looking for established companies with durable cash flow, repeat customers, and a clear path to maintain strong debt service coverage

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Mission Support Partners invests in the aerospace, defense, and government services sectors, and more broadly in businesses that are aligned with the country's strategic priorities.Our partners bring 40+ years of experience as investors and executives. We invest our own capital and collaborate with limited partners as needed.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Serra Street Holdings

Actively Sourcing Deals
Serra Street Holdings seeks to own and operate small businesses and real estate with the intent of never selling.  We acquire quality assets in growing markets at fair prices, add value through exceptional management and capital allocation, and then steward the continued growth of our companies and properties into the next generation (and beyond).  The founding principals are former Marines. Their service instilled in them a strong belief that "brilliance in the basics" is the foundation of and catalyst for superior results. As real estate investors, the "basics" begin with a…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

MideltonCo

Actively Sourcing Deals
Rob Midelton is part of a small team of three experienced operators actively looking to acquire and run a great business in or close to southeast MI, or that is relocatable or not tied to a geography. The targeted size is in the $750k-$1.5M SDE range. Rob will be stepping in as the full-time, day-to-day operator, backed by 2 partners with deep experience in operations, acquisitions, and growth strategy. The three of us are contributing meaningful equity and are set up to move quickly. Rob is a high-integrity operator and executive leader with over 20 years (post-MBA from Chicago…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Stator Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
Stator Capital is a private equity holding company focused on climate infrastructure in the UK and Europe. It acquires and operates small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through special purpose vehicles (SPVs).

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Trijectory Holdings

Actively Sourcing Deals
Trijectory is a diversified hybrid holding company and sponsor platform that acquires, builds, and operates businesses across professional & business services, technology, real estate, and essential retail. By focusing on strategic acquisitions and operational excellence, Trijectory transforms businesses in the lower middle market. With a strong emphasis on leadership and innovation, the company aims to create value and drive growth in its portfolio. Trijectory's approach combines strategic insight with hands-on management to achieve sustainable success across its varied business…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Simtob Management & Investment is a private management and investment firm led by Managing Partner Bradley Simtob and his father & Partner, Richard Simtob. The firm operates primarily out of West Bloomfield Township, Michigan, and is recognized for its expertise in the real estate sector.The Simtob family office also owns and operates 1,100 apartments in West Michigan, 11 Goldfish Swim Schools, Official Driving School, Handle With Care moving, and holds many passive investments in various industries.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

We look to acquire companies based in the western US where we think there are opportunities for long term growth.We are opportunistic and general in our approach. We prefer businesses with a history of profitability.We look to be long term owners of the businesses we invest in. Our goal is to partner with the existing team to build on the foundation put in place by prior owners.We are focused on opportunities head quartered in the western US.

Recent Transactions

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Frequently Asked Questions

How are Independent Sponsors in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Research & Consulting Services 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 Research & Consulting Services Independent Sponsors?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Research & Consulting Services Independent Sponsors is $3M-$15M, 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 Business Services experience when evaluating Independent Sponsors?

Relevant Business Services 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 1,473 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Business Services.

Do all Independent Sponsors in this directory focus exclusively on Business Services?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Research & Consulting Services Independent Sponsors directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Business Services, 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 Business Services?

When comparing Independent Sponsors with experience in Business Services, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 1,473 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Research & Consulting Services 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 Research & Consulting Services Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.


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