Top Retail Search Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

1,256

Active Firms

23,269

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

Forth Industries

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Hello! I’m Jeff! I’m 39 years old, and have been around small business and entrepreneurship my entire life. I’ve helped grow a manufacturing business from 2M to 17M in revenue, and also founded a direct to consumer product based business now doing over 1M in revenue. I’m looking for a new venture to apply my time and energy towards. I have a young family, love the outdoors, and love to ride bikes and ski.

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Patrick Adams

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Based in Indiana. MBA at UVA’s Darden School of Business. Undergrad at Notre Dame. I’m a strategy and marketing leader with a proven track record of driving growth for top pharmaceutical products as well as major consumer brands.

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Bada Operating Partners

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I'm an experienced corporate sales strategist with over 20 years in enterprise sales, specializing in complex deal structures and scalable business solutions. I’m actively seeking to acquire and operate a stable, service-based business in the $2M–$4M revenue range, preferably within 50 miles of NYC. My target industries include B2B services, commercial cleaning, HVAC, specialty trades, and other recurring revenue businesses with strong margins. I bring both capital and operational expertise, and I'm prepared to move quickly on the right opportunity.

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Gloria Avenue Partners

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Gloria Avenue Partners is a private investment company led by Darwin Valentine to acquire, lead, and grow one excellent business with operations in California. Backed by a team of seasoned entrepreneurs, operators, and investors, business owners can be confident we will provide successful, long-term stewardship of their business that honors their legacy.

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3420 Capital

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I'm a tech operator with experience in product management, strategy and growth. My experience ranges from large tech and Fortune 500 enterprises and multiple early stage startups in the data, fintech, cloud and crypto infra industries. I operate 3420 Capital, a lower middle market fund that is focused on acquiring a tech enabled platform business within the cloud, data, infra, security and IT services space, potentially expanding to multiple acquisitions in the future. My focus is on acquiring business that are profitable and are strong candidates for product innovation and organic growth.

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Court 8 Collective

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Court 8 Collective is a private equity firm dedicated to acquiring and managing a diverse portfolio of small to medium-sized businesses. With a focus on long-term ownership, the firm targets companies across various sectors, including manufacturing, services, and technology. Court 8 Collective is committed to nurturing and leading these businesses, ensuring sustainable growth and development. The firm emphasizes strategic acquisitions and operational excellence, aiming to build a robust portfolio that reflects its dedication to quality and innovation in the business landscape.

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Greentree Industries

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Greentree Industries is a family-owned search fund established by brothers Brandon and Kevin Colton. The company is dedicated to acquiring, operating, and growing a single business in the Mountain West region. With a focus on strategic growth and operational excellence, Greentree Industries aims to leverage its expertise and resources to enhance the value and performance of the business it acquires. The company embodies a hands-on approach, ensuring that the acquired business benefits from personalized attention and strategic direction.

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Blue Oak

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Blue Oak Holdings is a long-term acquisition firm focused on partnering with founder- and family-owned businesses. We are looking to acquire and operate one high-quality business where we can preserve the company’s legacy, support the existing team, and help drive sustainable growth. Our background is in private equity, M&A, and business operations, and we aim to be a thoughtful, efficient buyer for owners seeking a transition partner who cares about employees, customers, and the long-term future of the business.

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JourneyBridge Holdings

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Full-time acquisition entrepreneur focused on acquiring, leading, and growing a small, established non-cyclical business in South Florida. With an MBA and 10+ years of experience in management, marketing and strategy, I am passionate about leading strong cross-functional teams, improving operations and systems, and launching and managing growth initiatives.

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Arjava

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Core Focus I invest in and operate niche manufacturing and industrial technology companies with strong technical capabilities, defensible market positions, and significant untapped growth potential. My focus is on precision manufacturing, aerospace, defense, advanced thermal management, and specialty component production—sectors where operational excellence, process innovation, and customer intimacy drive competitive advantage.Value Creation Approach I specialize in identifying under-optimized businesses and applying a hands-on, operator-led transformation model to unlock value. Leveraging…

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Pivotal Alpha

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Pivotal Alpha is composed of two founding partners that look to leverage their deep expertise in financial and operational performance improvement, turnaround, M&A, corporate development, and private equity. The partners bring bring nearly 25 years of combined experience in operational and investment experience. Combined, the partners have restructured $30+ billion in debt, prepared a company for a ~$300m sale, performed 10+ deal originations, and improved the operations of several multi-billion-dollar companies across multiple industries.

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Mazar Capital

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Mazar Capital is a search fund started by Yoni Pfeiffer that is looking to acquire and operate a business in the Tri-State Area. Yoni has 7+ years experience in investment banking and private equity across various industries. Mazar Capital is looking for service based businesses between $500-$2m of EBITDA with a founder that wants to remain involved and ideally roll equity.

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Elliot Kahan

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Individual investor looking to to acquire owner-operated business services company. Established leader with deep financial services expertise looking for family-owned and operated business that seeks exit to another like-minded family.

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Hughes Holdings

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I am a long-time corporate leader in energy and sustainability looking to transition into business ownership. I have deep experience in leadership, revenue growth, customer acquisition, and strategy.

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Ken Roth

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I am looking to acquire or partner with an organization in the food distribution space. My 40+ years in the foodservice distribution industry gives me a diverse knowledge base that will help me with any opportunities that come about.

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Wind Creek Capital Inc.

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I am currently founder and CEO of Nectarine Credit, a SaaS platform. I have built and exited two previous businesses. Our team is looking to add software companies to our portfolio through bolt-on acquisitions or in adjacent spaces.Part of the SMBootcamp.

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CDT Management Services LLC

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I am seeking to acquire or buy into a specialty manufacturing, HVAC/Plumbing, Well Drilling/Irrigation, Site Clearing/Development, or Marine Construction/Repair company. The ideal target should exhibit robust sales and marketing processes while benefiting from operational enhancement opportunities.

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Russ Banker

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I am an experienced executive and investor that has spent the last 10+ years evaluating, diligencing and executing medium-sized transactions in the consumer industry at a private equity-backed holding company. During this time, I was part of deploying $1.8bn of capital across 12 deals. Notable brands in our portfolio included Vera Wang, Toys"R"Us, Bonobos, Express clothing, Rag & Bone, Joesph Abboud and others. In this next phase of my career, I am combining my experience in investing with a passion for small businesses. This passion was instilled in me through a family of small…

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PinestoneCaptial

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Pinestone Capital is a private equity firm dedicated to acquiring and leading a single business through their next growth stages. The firm is focused on crafting a tailored succession plan to continue the legacy of business owners. Pinestone Capital is supported by experienced investors and advisors to support owner-operators across various industries, to help ensure a smooth transition and continued success of the businesses acquired.

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Pinestone Cap

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Pinestone Capital is a search fund dedicated to acquiring and leading a single high-quality business through its next stage of growth. Pinestone Capital brings together a group of experienced investors that have backed Austin to acquire and operate a business.

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Firms in the Retail 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 Retail 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.

Relevant Retail 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 1,256 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Retail.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Retail Search Funds directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Retail, 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 Search Funds with experience in Retail, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 1,256 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 Search Funds directory, you can request information here.

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