Top Research & Consulting Services Search Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

1,638

Active Firms

24,706

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$12M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$2M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 13%

California 12%

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

RDM Partners

4 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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RDM Partners specializes in the acquisition, operation and growth of ecommerce, marketing agencies and consumer packaged goods companies. We are looking for businesses between 1-4M of EBITDA with an established history of operations and growth. We are looking for majority control and/or buyout transactions.

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Jul 2020 Acquired LilyAna Naturals
Jan 2020 Acquired Confidential Company
May 2018 Acquired Confidential Company
May 2018 Acquired Alehorn

RPM Capital LLC

4 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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RPM Capital LLC is a private investment firm focused on small to medium-sized acquisitions. We purchase these companies through North Beach Holdings LLC, our portfolio holding company. We believe that we are an excellent buyer for the following reasons:Unlike most investment companies, our capital is permanent - we won’t sell your business a few years after we buy it; we want to hold it forever. We expect to earn above average returns on our investment capital, so we value companies on their ability to generate long-term cash flow and not on resale value.Because we are focused on the…

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Feb 2022 Acquired Brahler's Cleaning & Restoration
Jan 2021 Acquired S&S Filter
Jul 2020 Acquired Hart's Ambulette
Jan 2018 Acquired Advisor Consultant Network, Inc.

Lancaster Group

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Lancaster Group is a small business investment firm that targets and acquires companies within the lower segment of the middle market, typically businesses with revenues between $2 million and $30 million. In partnership with SFUMATO Equity Holdings and a network of high-net worth individuals, we have 100% of our equity committed to our next transaction.

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Apr 2026 Acquired Kittleson Landscape
May 2025 Acquired Garden State Brickface & Siding
Jul 2024 Acquired McCormick's Heating and Air Conditioning

Motif Holdings

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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I'm an experienced business operator, advisor and ex-Oliver Wyman principal, having been intimately involved in raising VC funds for a software startup, having been CEO of a biotech incubator where we took a portfolio company public and then sold it, then spent 15 years in the healthcare industry as a strategy consultant serving health insurance, hospital and private equity clients in the US and Canada.I've decided it's time to buy my own company - preferably here in the Toronto area, but I'd go further for the right company - and I'm just getting my search started. The most obvious fit for…

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Jun 2026 Advised NeuroMedix Inc. on an investment from Confidential Company
May 2007 Advised AIM Therapeutics in its sale to Confidential Company
Mar 2007 Advised NeuroMedix Inc. in its sale to Confidential Company

Jaan Capital, LLC

2 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Jaan Capital is an operator-led acquisition fund focused on acquiring and growing a single scalable SaaS business. Led by experienced entrepreneur and CEO, Raj Mahajan, who will step in to operate the company post-acquisition, we target B2B software companies with $5–15 million ARR and strong EBITDA margins. Backed by seasoned operators, funds, and family offices, we bring the capital, leadership, and operational expertise needed to drive sustainable growth.We offer sellers flexible options to transition out or stay involved while benefiting from future success alongside us. Our goal is to…

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Sep 2016 Acquired Guestvision (Assets)
Dec 2015 Acquired Rogers Software Development (SuperSalon)

Nakani Capital Partners

2 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Nakani Capital Partners aims to invest in small and medium sized businesses in North America, to grow them and to further create opportunity and growth for all its stakeholders.Nakani Capital Partners is an investment platform that specializes in helping entrepreneurs exit and retire. We understand that this process can be daunting and challenging, which is why our team has the expertise and knowledge to guide entrepreneurs through the process. With a wide range of investors, consisting of individuals with successful exits in various industries, we can offer entrepreneurs a tailor made…

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Jun 2025 Acquired Bingo Pro Inc
Jun 2025 Acquired Berri Books Inc

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Sage Point Capital, LLC

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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OVERVIEWSage Point Capital is a New York based firm focused on acquiring and growing lower middle-market companies. Sage Point takes a highly hands-on approach to its investments.We invest $2-$15 million in long-term capital to acquire control positions in privately held companies with revenues between $10-$30 million.IndustriesWe are interested in niche markets ($100M+) that are highly fragmented with no clear leader or disruptors as well as established regional oligopolies. Our focus areas include:Business servicesTechnologyHealthcareEducationValue-added distributionConsumer…

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Mar 2000 Advised FlyFit Travels & Tours on an investment from eTravels India

LML Capital

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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LML Capital is an acquisition fund located in San Francisco concentrating on investments in the Western United States, emphasis on (UT, WA, CO, CA, TX). We are industry agnostic focusing on acquiring and scaling evergreen, recurring revenue/recurring customer businesses generating $500K - $3M in annual EBITDA with commited capital and well established bank partners.

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May 2021 Acquired Ward Road Pharmacy

Clio Capital Partners

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Clio Capital Partners are seasoned entrepreneurs and investors eager to be passed the torch from a successful entrepreneur. Operators at our core, we have the experience and dedication needed to build upon the legacy of your business’s success. We have the flexibility to unlock the wealth accumulated in your business while providing peace of mind you’re transferring ownership to a team focused on long-term growth rather than short-term financial engineering or cost-cutting.

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Oct 2023 Acquired Allied Threaded Products

Nova Vida Capital

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Nova Vida Capital is a Toronto-based investment firm that acquires small/medium-sized businesses seeking ownership transition.We have demonstrated experience in getting deals done by leveraging our knowledge of M&A and our network with lenders & investors in Canada. Moreover, we are Owner-Operators and like to get our hands dirty! By utilizing our past operational expertise, the aim is to unlock long-term value in the acquired business.Our best fit will be with a seller who has built an ethical business and would like to hand over the business through a gradual transition process to…

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Sep 2021 Acquired Ti Foods

Glass Bay Capital

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Luke Villermin, the founder of Glass Bay, is an engineer turned entrepreneur with experience leading both complex organizations and founder-run businesses. Backed by seasoned investors and CEOs, Like is seeking to personally operate a profitable U.S. business to preserve its culture, support its people, and build on what already works.

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Kartik Balasubramaniam

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I'm a Finance & Accounting leader with industry experience in Industrials/Manufacturing, Logistics/Distribution, Food & Beverage/Hospitality, and Healthcare. I've spent the past several years supporting PE firms and founder-led enterprises with performance improvement and finance transformation initiatives - most recently, I've helped organizations in the industrials/manufacturing and healthcare sectors optimize cash forecasting/capital planning, develop reporting, and enhance daily operating practices. I've also supported acquisition integration, corporate transformation (system…

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Blackcomb Peak Equity

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Blackcomb Peak Equity is a traditional search fund based out of Austin, Texas. Founded by Jorge Reyes and Martin Cantu in October 2023, the firm's mission is to fully acquire and operate a small to medium-sized company in the southern half of the US. Jorge and Martin bring 20 years of combined operational experience in the US in the field of management consulting, logistics, warehouse management, and technology managed services. Blackcomb Peak Equity is backed by a consortium of leading search fund investors and have aligned resources to acquire a company with a transaction value between $10M…

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Atlian Capital

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Federico Spadea is a seasoned international executive and independent sponsor with over 20 years of experience leading businesses across the U.S., Europe, and Asia. He has successfully managed over $1.7B in revenues, driven global expansion, and led cross-border teams in the retail, CPG, and consulting sectors. Federico is now focused on acquiring and operating a lower middle-market business in the Northeast U.S., bringing his strategic and operational expertise to scale and grow the company for the long term.

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Buildwell Holdings

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Founder-focused acquirer seeking $1–8M+ EBITDA businesses in access control, behavioral health, audiology, fertility & environmental services. Committed to preserving culture and growing with your team.

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Vivek Daftuar

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Looking for businesses to acquire and operate in the Bay Area. Former Gartner and Linked executive focused on go to market execution and revenue growth. Seeking acquisition opportunities in the $500K to $5M EBITDA range.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Guddi Growth

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Firm Type: Traditional Search Fund (Investor-backed)Enterprise Value: 15-60M USDMinimum Revenue: 4M USDMinimum EBITDA: 1M USDBusiness Model: B2B Software or Tech-Enabled Services BusinessesGuddi Growth is an entrepreneurial investment firm, backed by several institutional investors, looking to acquire B2B SaaS or tech-enabled services businesses and take over the day-to-day management from the current owner/CEO looking to exit.Within software companies, preference is towards verticalized and niche businesses, but we are open to horizontal software too depending on their profitability and…

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Stonefield Services LLC

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Seeking established service, industrial, and skilled trades companies. Business Finance Director with 20+ years of leadership experience spanning financial management, operational excellence, business transformations, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic growth initiatives.

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SAMMY LEE

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Hi there,I’m interested in your listing and this is my buyer profile.I'm a California-based buyer acquiring one business to own and operate, in the $2.5Mto $7M enterprise value range. I'm SBA pre-qualified for acquisitions up to $5.0M.Credit 800+, no gifted funds.Day job is Principal Product Manager (AI/ML) at a Fortune-10 retailer. I also own andoperate a profitable B2B plant rental company serving conferences and corporateevents, so I've run a small P&L rather than only modeled one.On process: NDA back the same day, a screened position within 48 to 72 hours ofreceiving financials, and…

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Poro Point

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Poro Point is Diego Cuenca’s company to operate and acquire businesses for long-term success (10+ years). He invests his own capital; alongside partners he has worked with for over a decade. He is an experienced entrepreneur, buyer, and CEO with a true love for growing small business.

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Firms in the Research & Consulting Services 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 Research & Consulting Services 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.

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Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Research & Consulting Services Search Funds 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.

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