Top Retail Distributors Independent Sponsors with Recent Private M&A Activity

833

Active Firms

22,618

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$15M

Core Revenue Range

$600K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 13%

Texas 12%

California 11%

New York 7%

New Jersey 4%

Key Attributes

Focus: Control Investments | Capital Source: Deal-By-Deal Financing | Operating Approach: Scale & Exit

Plainview Capital LLC

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Plainview Capital LLC is a private investment firm based in the Philadelphia area that acquires and grows lower middle market businesses headquartered in the Eastern U.S. We invest the capital of our principals and a small group of private investors in high-potential companies that can benefit from our principals' diverse experiences as business operators, financial executives and strategic consultants. We are particularly interested in light manufacturing, consumer goods, business service and value-added distribution investment opportunities. We look for businesses with histories of sales…

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Oct 2015 Acquired Deroche Canvas

Montera

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Montera is a middle market buy-and-build investment firm with offices in New York, NY and Atlanta, GA. We deploy control-oriented equity capital across services, consumer, and healthcare companies.We Believe that founder-owned companies are the lifeblood of our country. This is why we acquire great businesses and help them achieve their fullest potential.We Partner with owners and management teams who care deeply about their employees. We provide quick & straightforward exits and seek to honor the founders' legacy by protecting the culture for decades to come.We…

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Aug 2022 Acquired Confidential Company

Agile Growth Equity, LLC

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Agile Growth Equity is a trusted partner for founders and management teams seeking a catalyst for next-level value creation. Whether in the context of succession and exit planning, or evaluating a complex set of growth opportunities, we specialize in scaling businesses by working hand-in-hand with leadership teams to enhance people, processes, and technology. Our flexible investment structures, deep operational expertise, and collaborative approach are designed to unlock long-term value and drive transformative outcomes.Agile Growth Equity was founded in 2022 and has made and exited one…

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Nov 2023 Acquired Kobus

Perennial Holdings LLC

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Perennial was founded to build market-leading businesses that endure over generations. We partner with founders and families that have built exceptional organizations and are seeking a new steward to champion employees, customers, and their legacy. We believe the best organizations identify and empower talented people, treat them with respect, and reward long-term thinking. We’re not afraid to roll up our sleeves to support our teams. We’re serious about our work and consider ourselves your partners in building businesses for the long-term.

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Oct 2019 Acquired MadSky Roofing And Restoration, LLC

Forward Capital Partners

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Forward Capital Partners is a private investment firm focused on acquiring and growing lower-middle market companies. The Forward team has extensive experience building and growing companies in diverse industries. We are looking for scalable businesses that display the opportunity for innovation and growth.

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Jan 2024 Acquired Precision Diesel

Tandem Investment Partners

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Tandem Investment Partners Inc. was founded by investment professionals who are passionate about working with small to medium sized companies to achieve their growth potential. Our name was chosen to symbolize our collaborative, hands-on approach to the companies we invest in. Our team’s extensive finance and operational experience supports businesses to achieve a higher level of performance. Our vision is to systematically create value within our portfolio companies by working with transitioning owners to build upon the legacy. Through our investments, we create a community of…

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Jun 2023 Acquired FluidConcepts

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Altmaven Capital

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Altmaven Capital is a Toronto-based investment firm focused on partnering with companies across all stages of the business life cycle, from early growth to succession and transition.Altmaven focuses on a range of investment opportunities, including growth capital for acquisitions, management buyouts, founder and family succession, carve-outs, and complex or overlooked situations. We selectively invest in earlier-stage companies where our capital and operating experience can accelerate growth and help navigate inflection points.We work closely with founders, management teams, and shareholders…

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Jul 2024 Acquired Confidential Company

Metro Global Ventures

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Metro Global Ventures is an operationally-focused middle market private investment firm. We invest in and help grow smaller niche businesses with solid fundamentals and strong management teams. Our deep experience working with founder owned/operated small and mid-sized businesses sets us apart as a true investment partner. Our personal and strategic approach to helping entrepreneurs build leading organizations enables us to drive sustained growth and create long term value. As entrepreneurs ourselves, our mission is to provide capital to talented entrepreneurial executives to enable them…

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callowhill

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Fundless sponsor in active search for one of two specific targets:Financial Profile: Up to $2M in EBITDA Sectors (Seem random and unrelated but are based on experience & non-obvious "right to play")Digital Services Firms with a preference for SEO & Digital Marketing.Fine Art Handling & Art Logistics

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Aviv Holdings

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NY-based investor sourcing acquisition opportunities on behalf of a private family holding company. The mandate is to identify, acquire, and scale a platform business in fragmented industrial & commercial services, anchoring with a strong founder-led platform and building meaningfully from there. I bring several years of industrials-focused IB & PE experience, which translates to a disciplined, well-organized execution of a transaction. I plan to be hands-on with the platform, working directly with management to professionalize operations, expand commercially, and integrate strategic…

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Earned Outcomes LLC

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Entrepreneur, operator and investor with a proven ability to identify opportunity, build trusted relationships, scale organizations and create long-term value through sound judgment. Experience spans enterprise partnership development, business ownership, successful exits, real estate investment and private company acquisitions. Known for building mutually beneficial partnerships, evaluating opportunities with discipline and intuition and leading teams through periods of growth and change.Selected Career HighlightsNegotiated strategic partnerships with the NFL, PGA Tour, NASCAR, Formula 1,…

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Crest Operating Partners

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Crest Operating Partners is an operator-led investment firm focused on acquiring and growing commercial bakeries. It operates primarily in the Northeast and Southeast. The firm specializes in identifying opportunities within the commercial bakery sector, leveraging its expertise to enhance growth and operational efficiency. Crest Operating Partners is committed to fostering development and expansion in its chosen market, utilizing a strategic approach to investment and management. The firm aims to build a robust portfolio of successful bakery businesses, contributing to the industry's…

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Caravel Capital Group

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Caravel Capital Group is a Texas based family office, searching to acquire and operate businesses and real estate that fit our investment criteria.We are interested in purchasing local businesses to own and operate long-term in the Austin / San Antonio / Dallas / Houston area, within the $0.5-2M earnings range.

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KY Capital LLC

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I formed company KY Capital LLC as an acquisition vehicle to acquire my own business. I am searching as a self-funded searcher who has over $500K liquidate asset ready to invest and with strong asset to back myself. I have experience raising capital for real estate deals and knowledge on how to raise capital for SMB. Thus, the upper limit for good opportunity can be opened up to $10M.

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The Kimberton Group LLC

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The Kimberton Group is an independent sponsor focused on acquiring businesses with $0.5k-5M of EBITDA. The Kimberton Group's investors include family offices and a number of high net worth investors who have started, bought, and built highly successful businesses across the United States.

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East Holdings

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East Holdings is a Texas-based private investment firm that specializes in acquiring and operating founder-owned businesses. The company is dedicated to preserving the legacies of these businesses while building for future growth. Founded by Van and Abbey East, East Holdings focuses on strategic acquisitions that align with their mission of maintaining the heritage of the businesses they acquire. The firm is well-equipped to manage and nurture the growth of its portfolio companies, ensuring a sustainable future for each entity under its management.

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stone holdings

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Ideally, the business operates in a fragmented industry with recurring revenue, low customer concentration, and stable historical cash flow. I’m particularly interested in sectors like home services, B2B services, or healthcare-adjacent operations where strong local or operational moats exist but tech enablement or growth strategy is underdeveloped. I bring both capital and hands-on operating experience, with a long-term commitment to steward the company and its people.

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WindTide Capital Partners

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Private equity professional with experience of investing over $100M across lower-middle-market services businesses over the past six years. Currently partnering with family offices to source, acquire, and grow high-quality service platforms.

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Nath Inc

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Nath Inc is a premier hospitality management company with over 50 years of experience in the industry at its helm. Founded as a family-owned and operated business, we have grown from a small 25-room motel to managing resorts on the Great Lakes. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to delivering exceptional service and creating memorable experiences for our guests.We pride ourselves on our long-standing reputation for excellence in the hospitality industry. Our portfolio of properties includes a variety of different brands, giving our guests a wide range of options to choose…

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Legacy Transition Partners

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Legacy Transition Partners is an independent investment firm that specializes in partnering with founder-owned and entrepreneur-led businesses during critical transition periods. The firm is dedicated to supporting companies in the lower middle market, providing strategic investment and guidance to facilitate growth and development. With a focus on businesses at key transition points, Legacy Transition Partners leverages its expertise to help these companies navigate changes and achieve their long-term objectives.

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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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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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