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Retail Distributors Independent Sponsors

833

Active Firms

22,618

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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Rebus Capital

10 Total Closed Deals
Rebus Capital, LLC is a private equity company historically focused on commercial real estate with over $85,000,000 in assets under management, headquartered in Lubbock, Texas. The company has in-house capabilities in acquisitions, financing, and asset management. Currently seeking Biz acquisitions in and around West Texas and Eastern New Mexico.

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  • Sep 2021 Acquired Inler Business Park
  • Jan 2021 Acquired Preserve At Cypress Creek
  • Dec 2019 Acquired Urban Villas
  • Dec 2018 Acquired The Venti
Since 1991 Provident Realty Advisors and The Backes Family Office has invested in and developed over $5 Billion of real estate projects. We are disciplined and focused on executing deals that offer the best risk adjusted returns for PRA and our investor partners. While our original business has been commercial real estate development we have used our capital and investment discipline to successfully invest in multiple operating companies.Currently, we own two general contracting companies specializing in different areas of multifamily as well as a specialty lighting distributor. Additionally,…

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  • Aug 2023 Acquired Preston Hollow Village
  • Aug 2023 Acquired Stacy Green
  • Aug 2022 Acquired LAS COLINAS DISTRIBUTION CENTER
  • Oct 2021 Acquired MIDLOTHIAN BUSINESS PARK

J40 Group

10 Total Closed Deals
I'm an entrepreneur and business nerd that loves building businesses by helping people. My typical approach is to partner with an operator to acquire a business, assist in management for 5-10 years and then step back from operation into a board role. I've been in many industries over the years: IT Consulting, Movie Theatre / Family Entertainment Center development and operation, wholesale tree farming, oil field distribution, real estate, etc.

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  • Aug 2024 Invested in Confidential Company
  • Apr 2024 Invested in Confidential Company
  • Aug 2023 Invested in Confidential Company
  • Sep 2022 Acquired Confidential Company
BASE Equity Partners is a long-term investment firm focused on acquiring and growing lower-middle market businesses with $2M–$7M in EBITDA. We invest in essential service and industrial sectors, seeking companies with stable cash flows, strong teams, and durable customer relationships. Backed by a group of experienced operators and investors who have completed dozens of transactions, we bring deep expertise in strategy, sales, M&A integration, and operational improvement. At BASE, we take a hands-on, partnership-driven approach—working closely with management to accelerate growth,…

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  • Jan 2022 Acquired The Lighting Design Group
  • Jan 2018 Acquired Fortis Security Products
  • Jan 2017 Acquired Confidential Company
  • Jan 2016 Acquired Jolyn Swimwear
Queens Court is a private investment firm with a track record of success in building championship-winning companies across multiple proprietary platforms.Queens Court is an “operator-first” investment firm, and we have built companies and organizations at the founder level with entrepreneurial DNA in our heritage.The Queens Court team specializes in providing creative capital solutions to complex special situations. We specialize in time-of-essence transactions where speed and certainty of close are paramount.We provide capital, financial expertise, and deep operating experience to…

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  • Mar 2023 Acquired Pet Resort Hosp. Group
  • Sep 2022 Acquired APS Innovations
  • Dec 2021 Invested in POW Interactive Holdings
  • Apr 2020 Acquired HairCuttery Family of Brands
Credo Private Capital was formed to provide small business owners and management teams access to an investment partner that does not have the constraints associated with traditional private equity. For example, there are no pre-determined investment timelines when working with Credo; we think the best opportunities are situations where companies are operated based on what is best for the business and its customers.We are not business operators. We seek opportunities in lower-middle market companies where we can complement management’s existing skillset with our ability to identify and…

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  • Aug 2023 Invested in Give ‘Em A Brake Safety
  • Aug 2023 Invested in Postle Aluminum
  • Aug 2023 Invested in WoodWick Candles
  • Aug 2023 Invested in Propane Services

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Q-Bank Group

8 Total Closed Deals
About Q-Bank GroupQ-Bank is an independent private equity sponsor focused on acquiring lower-middle market companies. We collaborate with management to increase valuation through a combination of M&A and technology-enabled business improvements.What we doOur approach involves identifying entrepreneurial companies with unique business propositions, but lacking the capital, operational, or other resources to fully exploit the opportunity. We then deploy the necessary capital and collaborate with management and our ecosystem of technologists, financial, and operational resources to help our…

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  • Jan 2022 Acquired ALEE Behavioral Healthcare
  • Jan 2022 Acquired Kioko Center
  • Jan 2022 Acquired CBS Therapy
  • Jan 2019 Acquired docuLynx

Lavelle Investments

7 Total Closed Deals
Lavelle Investments is a family investment firm that supports businesses transitioning to the next phase of growth.We understand the importance of maintaining a company's reputation and culture, and we focus on preserving the family-feel that has been instrumental in building customer satisfaction and employee support over the years.With experience as both operators and investors, we bring robust analytical support to help the team drive sustainable, long-term growth and continued success.

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  • Jan 2022 Invested in Various Early-Stage Seed Investments
  • Aug 2021 Acquired Bolt-On Investment: Dental Practice Management
  • Jul 2021 Invested in Veterinary Services Company
  • Mar 2021 Acquired Bolt-On Investment: Dental Practice Management

Tyrian Capital

7 Total Closed Deals
Tyrian Capital is a private equity firm investing in companies and management teams throughout the United States. Our unique network of capital sources, industry experts and strategic professionals help build great businesses for the benefit of all stakeholders.

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  • Aug 2023 Acquired Veridiam
  • Aug 2023 Acquired EWS
  • Aug 2023 Acquired Crane Aircraft Partners
  • Aug 2023 Acquired Symphony
Bassett Creek Capital makes equity investments in lower-middle market companies, typically at a critical inflection point in the business. The Bassett Creek team has completed 76 investments, invested over $10.0 billion of capital and has over 100 years of combined private equity experience.We are a private capital partner for business owners who want to harness the power of cultural connectivity and entrepreneurial grit to reach the next level of growth. Our team is a trusted partner, ally and advisor for management teams who are passionate about meaningful growth achieved through low-ego…

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  • Jun 2022 Invested in Bassett Creek Services
  • Nov 2021 Acquired DRP Restoration
  • Sep 2020 Acquired Baxter
  • Dec 2019 Acquired Cornerstone Renovation

Dry Line Partners

7 Total Closed Deals
Dry Line Partners 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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  • Feb 2023 Acquired VizExplorer
  • Mar 2022 Acquired ElephantDrive
  • Sep 2021 Acquired CyberFortress
  • Sep 2021 Acquired KeepItSafe
Somers Investment Partners is a private investment firm based in Palm Beach, FL, New York and London. We are focused investors specializing in enterprise software and business services companies in the middle market.  Our heritage is in traditional private equity but we are not portfolio managers. We are engaged owner-operators that proactively build better businesses. We are highly focused and devote considerable attention and support to our investments. We have no constraints on our investment horizon or stage of maturity. We have invested in middle market business services and…

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  • Oct 2010 Acquired PrecisionIR Group
  • Oct 2010 Acquired The Pennysaver Group, Inc.
  • Oct 2010 Acquired ThoughtWorks, Inc.
  • Oct 2010 Acquired Direct Group, Inc.

Stallion Finance

6 Total Closed Deals
Stallion Finance ("Horses not Unicorns") is a private equity firm that invests in and acquires small businesses with the goal of growing them through predefined strategic improvement initiatives. Our team of professional entrepreneurs utilize both private equity investment and hands-on operating expertise, to design and implement our proven operating playbook. We target tenured (no start-ups) companies generating between $0.5mm to $5mm of EBITDA. While we are industry agnostic, we have a particular focus on internet based, software or technology companies that are generating…

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  • May 2019 Advised InStride on an investment from The Rise Fund
  • Nov 2018 Invested in Sweet Lady Jane, Inc.
  • May 2014 Invested in Sweet Lady Jane, Inc.
  • Apr 2010 Invested in Octet Finance (USA)
Lake Street Capital Partners is a private equity fund focused on making direct control, large minority, and co-investments in lower middle market companies across North America (with a primary focus on the U.S.). We specifically focus on identifying attractive founder and family-owned companies poised for growth. Our mission is to provide these underserved companies and their owners with access to differentiated capital in order to facilitate transactions of various types, such as control investments, recapitalizations, management buyouts, or strategic growth investments.

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  • Jun 2025 Acquired St Croix Concrete
  • Jun 2025 Acquired Choufani & Bailey Roofing and Restoration
  • Aug 2024 Acquired Concrete Science
  • Aug 2024 Acquired MD Concrete

Proviso Capital

5 Total Closed Deals
Founded in 2014, Proviso seeks to provide capital and strategic resources to lower middle market companies. Our goal is to partner with leaders that want to take the firm to the next level.We seek established businesses with experienced management teams and a solid operating history with hyper growth potential. Our target portfolio companies have been operating for at least 3 years and have positive earnings. They have revenue between $5mm and $50mm. Proviso is industry agnostic.

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  • Feb 2025 Acquired Select Assets of Phillips Enterprises
  • Dec 2021 Acquired Taylor Studios, Inc.
  • May 2021 Acquired Merchandising Partners LLC
  • Nov 2018 Acquired Algiere Construction Services Inc.
About:Kairos Companies is a firm established in 2018 dedicated to owning and operating family-owned businesses across the United States. At Kairos, we take pride in providing creative solutions for business owners in need of a transition. Beyond the initial transaction, Kairos constantly strives to provide the best home for our businesses. With an indefinite investment horizon, Kairos acts as a family for our companies: nurturing growth, mentoring managers, and maintaining the outstanding legacy of the founding family.The Greeks had two words for time: “chronos” and…

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  • Aug 2019 Acquired Clements Environmental Services
  • Jun 2019 Acquired A-1 Saw & Tool
  • May 2019 Acquired Farr's Custom Carbide
  • Mar 2019 Acquired Daily Saw Service

Circe Capital

5 Total Closed Deals
Circe Capital is a Boston-based holding company focused small to medium sized service-oriented businesses. We partner with founders and owner-operators, and care deeply about the companies they have built.

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  • Apr 2023 Acquired Cruise Travel Accessories Company
  • Feb 2023 Acquired Children's Book Publisher
  • Sep 2022 Acquired Car Care & Detailing Products Company
  • Jun 2022 Acquired Nursery and Baby Accessory Company

Exonas Capital

4 Total Closed Deals
Exonas Capital is a private investment firm focused on investing in high-quality businesses that have reached strategic, operational, or financial inflection points and stand to benefit from our proven value creation playbook irrespective of the prevailing economic environment. We are focused on four key sectors, including the niche consumer, business services (including SaaS and DaaS), industrials, and non-reimbursement-based healthcare services sectors. Our mandate is flexible and we can invest in a wide variety of transactions, including founder and family-owned companies, corporate…

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  • Jun 2025 Acquired VFG Advisory
  • Nov 2021 Acquired TeleGeography
  • Jan 2021 Acquired Seybert's Billiards Supply
  • May 2020 Acquired Apartment Guardian

F2H Capital

4 Total Closed Deals
F2H Capital Group operates a diverse portfolio that includes four distinct businesses: two pharmacies, a real estate development company, and a mortgage company. In addition to these business ventures, the group has a significant presence in the real estate sector, owning $135 million worth of multifamily and mixed-use properties in New York and Texas.F2H Capital Group is seeking to acquire the following companies:Business Characteristics·     Founder-owned, entrepreneurial, growth-oriented business·     Meaningful management team…

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  • Apr 2023 Acquired Clear Rate Mortgage
  • Apr 2019 Acquired Hasanov Capital
  • Sep 2016 Acquired Clear Pharmacy
  • Feb 2013 Acquired Crystal Pharmacy

Bearing Partners

4 Total Closed Deals
Bearing Partners is an independent financial sponsor that invests in lower middle-market companies. We seek to invest in businesses $1M to $8M of EBITDA with a strong management team and the potential for significant growth. We prefer to partner with the management team or founder(s) in control investments in industries including consumer products and services, business services, oil & gas, technology, industrial & manufacturing, etc. We have a low leverage approach in structuring transactions and no required hold period which allows for flexibility for each specific situation.

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  • Oct 2024 Invested in Blue Frog, LLC
  • Nov 2023 Acquired 7-2-11
  • Nov 2022 Acquired JR's Country Stores
  • Nov 2021 Acquired Newton Crouch Company, LLC

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 833 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 833 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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