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Retail Distributors Independent Sponsors

839

Active Firms

22,872

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

Showing 321-340 of 839 Independent Sponsors

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Chordata Ventures

Actively Sourcing Deals
Investment firm founded by experienced investment banker and senior corporate finance professionals focused on scaling growth lower middle market businesses.We buy-out companies with solid financials with growth options, benefiting from best-practices

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Grant Street Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals
Private investor with past experience in middle-market companies across a wide variety of industries. Looking to acquire smaller manufacturing or agricultural companies between $5 to $20 mm in revenues.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Castlegar Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
Operator-led private investment firm acquiring established lower-middle-market businesses one at a time and holding them for the long term. $1M-$3M EBITDA, profitable, recurring revenue. GTA/Ontario preferred

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Golden Primera Inc

Actively Sourcing Deals
Established in 2022, Golden Primera began as a single-family office focused on real estate investments, with projects in the United States and Southeast Asia. Today, it is expanding beyond real estate to build a diversified global portfolio. Leveraging the family’s operational expertise, global networks, and strong capital base, Golden Primera targets strategic acquisitions and turnaround opportunities in high-potential sectors.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Steven Hirsch

Actively Sourcing Deals
I am a mid-career investment professional with ~15 years of experience across private equity, management consulting and operational roles. I am a hands-on, results-oriented leader with substantial experience partnering with management teams, identifying and executing portfolio company improvement initiatives and leading deal evaluation and execution.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Convex Capital Group

Actively Sourcing Deals
CCG is a holding company formed to acquire and operate a lower middle market companies with initial enterprise values between $25 and $100 million. We have a long-term hold preference with specific interests in distribution, business services, manufacturing, industrial services, and financial services.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

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Latigo Holdings, LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
Latigo Holdings is a Dallas, TX-based independent sponsor focusing on businesses that make, maintain, supply and distribute across the industrial services and manufacturing ecosystem—spanning niche manufacturers, capital equipment service providers, consumables & component suppliers, and value-add distributors. Latigo was founded by Drew Nicholas—a seasoned investor and operator with over a decade of experience across private equity, investment banking, and corporate development—who has completed more than 20+ transactions as a principal investor, totaling ~$4.7bn TEV.Most recently…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

OGH Holdings LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
OGH Holdings is a privately held company focused on acquiring and growing B2B companies. We invest in manufacturing and service businesses with strong customer relationships, recurring demand, and defensible niche positions. Our approach emphasizes long-term ownership, operational improvement, and continuity for employees and customers rather than short term financial engineering.The principals have backgrounds in financial markets with experience operating industrial manufacturing businesses. We actively manage our portfolio companies and bring hands on operational support, pricing…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

31 Capital Advisors

Actively Sourcing Deals
We operate as a team knowing every business is different and has unique needs. We are direct lenders but understand our solution is not always the best for your business. Our partners are former Business Owners / CFO’s, Bankers and Accounting Professionals with real world experience in debt load, debt structure and cash flow analysis. Due diligence and a large network of lenders provides access to every type of funding that may be required. We are here from start to finish providing all the options necessary to keep your business healthy and moving forward.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Centurion Ventures Capital was founded by Hasnain Khimji with the goal to buy and grow online businesses, specifically SaaS (Software as a Service) and Marketplaces for the long term.CVC offers a solution to business owners seeking to work with a new generation of entrepreneurs who will personally manage their business.We are committed to retaining and developing employees and offer business owners the flexibility to focus on a particular functional area, remain involved for the long term, or step back from the business.We have seen how young leaders with operational experience,…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Comfort Health

Actively Sourcing Deals
I lead multicultural teams and manage large-scale transactions worldwide. I am committed to acquiring a well-run business & ensuring a smooth transition that protects the company’s long-term success.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Phoenix Lake Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals
Phoenix Lake partners with founders to build resilient businesses, prioritizing their legacy, empowering employees, and delivering long-term value for all stakeholders through strategic capital and operational collaboration.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Daniel Osit

Actively Sourcing Deals
Operating a personal holdco in the food, retail, pet care, and family entertainment space. We also focus on commercial real estate and typically own the property and buildings along with operating businesses.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Cummings Holdings

Actively Sourcing Deals
Acquire and operate businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. We are well capitalized, with meaningful experience in acquisitions, operations, and partnering with management teams. We take a long-term approach and focus on building sustainable, high-performing businesses.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Anothen Investments LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
My business partner and I have worked in healthcare operations for our careers. He has achieved significant success as a real estate investor in addition to the operations and is looking to diversify his portfolio with additional businesses. I will act as the operating partner for the any transactions, but we are open on industry as well as equity involvement with in-place ownership. Quality teams and values matter as much as the financials in our analysis.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Fischbuch Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
Fischbuch Capital specializes in acquiring stable and profitable businesses with a focus on those with recurring or repeat revenue potential. The firm primarily operates in Calgary, Southern Alberta, but also considers remote opportunities. With a strategic approach to investment, Fischbuch Capital aims to enhance the value of its portfolio companies through active management and operational improvements. The firm is dedicated to fostering growth and sustainability in its investments, leveraging its expertise to drive success in the lower middle market.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Solas Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
We are a company that is buying companies from owner operators and turning them into absentee owned businesses. We focus on processes and growth to put management in place and then turn around and sell the business at a higher multiple to the next party.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

SLB Capital Group

Actively Sourcing Deals
Strategic Liquidity Without Operational Disruption:SLB Capital Group uses sale leasebacks as a strategic tool to advance resilient businesses. Repurchase options ensure defined paths to re-own their real estate, unlocking cost-efficient capital while preserving long-term property control.Generally speaking our investment criteria is private for non-investment grade companies, $10M+ in revenue and 25+ employees that could benefit from the bifurcation of the business and real property that meet the characteristics below:  Owns Mission-Critical Real EstateProperties used for operations,…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Avalon Trifecta Global Partners (AVTGP) is an M&A and Real State investment group; partnering with top caliber executives to acquire well-positioned main street and middle-market businesses in the United States and Canada, with the clear objective to establish a clear path to value creation profitability enhancement, and accelerated growth.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

KEYSTONE ACQUISITIONS LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
Francis MuralidharanFounder & Managing PrincipalFrancis Muralidharan is an accomplished entrepreneur and seasoned investor with deep expertise in acquiring, scaling, and optimizing profitable businesses across diverse sectors. With over 15 years of experience as a founder, educator, and business consultant, Francis leverages strategic financing techniques—including asset-based lending, seller financing, and consulting-for-equity deals—to structure creative acquisitions and facilitate seamless ownership transitions.As the founder of Tutors for Charity LLC and Avocado Brand, Francis has…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.


Frequently Asked Questions

How are Independent Sponsors in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Retail Distributors 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 Retail Distributors Independent Sponsors?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Retail Distributors 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 Distribution experience when evaluating Independent Sponsors?

Relevant Distribution 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 839 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Distribution.

Do all Independent Sponsors in this directory focus exclusively on Distribution?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Retail Distributors Independent Sponsors directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Distribution, 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 Distribution?

When comparing Independent Sponsors with experience in Distribution, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 839 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Retail Distributors 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 Retail Distributors Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.


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