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Q-Bank Group

Independent Sponsor
  • 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
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Jan 2022
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Jan 2022
acquired
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Jan 2019
acquired

Lavelle Investments

Independent Sponsor
  • 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
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Aug 2021
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Jul 2021
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Mar 2021
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Landmark Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 7 Total Closed Deals
Landmark Capital is a buy-out firm that specializes in acquiring and actively managing small businesses.Our goal is to actively manage a small number of companies and fully devote ourselves to its employees, customers, and operations. Following the acquisition, we will join the senior management team and play a supportive role in the business.
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Bassett Creek Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 7 Total Closed Deals
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
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Nov 2021
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Sep 2020
acquired
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Dec 2019
acquired

Dry Line Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 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
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Mar 2022
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Sep 2021
acquired
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Sep 2021
acquired

Six Pillars Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
SPP is a people-centric private equity firm that relies on its core values to create positive impact and financial success. The firm’s core values include trustworthiness, responsibility, respect, caring, fairness, and citizenship. SPP seeks to partner with businesses in the asset-light services sector led by founders and managers who value their team just as much as their individual legacy and are aligned in this value system. Please visit www.sixpillarspartners.com for more information on the firm and its investment criteria.      
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Aug 2023
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Aug 2023
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired

Acorn Capital Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Investment firm founded by seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and operator with extensive experience turning around underperforming businesses. Has experience in both North and South America.
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Aug 2024
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May 2024
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Sep 2023
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May 2023
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Lake Street Capital Partners, LP

Independent Sponsor
  • 5 Total Closed Deals
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
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Jun 2025
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Aug 2024
acquired
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Aug 2024
acquired

RTC Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
RTC Partners is a private investment firm that specializes in building middle market growth platforms. Together with management partners, we build market-leading companies through a combination of acquisitive and organic growth, while establishing highly professionalized corporate infrastructures that are capable of scaling organizations to the next level. Our strategies focus on high-growth niches of professional, business, and healthcare services industries.
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Aug 2023
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Aug 2023
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Aug 2023
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Feb 2023
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Exonas Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 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
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Nov 2021
acquired
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Jan 2021
acquired
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May 2020
acquired

2Northside Group

Independent Sponsor
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
2Northside Group is an independent sponsor, led by seasoned technology entrepreneurs and operators, focused on acquiring and personally operating exceptional private companies. Unlike traditional investors, we provide more than just capital; we bring deep, hands-on experience in leveraging technology to modernize operations, unlock new revenue streams, and build enduring value. Our principals have spent their careers in the trenches as CTOs, technical founders, and operational leaders for companies ranging from startups to established market leaders. Their expertise lies in executing the…
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Mar 2024
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Apr 2023
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Mar 2020
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Oct 2018
invested in

Bearing Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 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
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Nov 2023
acquired
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Nov 2022
acquired
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Nov 2021
acquired

Hemingway Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Hemingway Capital is an operationally oriented investment firm that specializes in growing lower middle-market industrial companies. We offer creative, flexible capital and deep operating experience to optimize and grow our partner companies. We invest in fundamentally sound businesses possessing a competitive advantage, recurring demand for products or services, and favorable macro trends. We stand beside management teams, family businesses, and business owners as a preferred investor in lower middle market industrial businesses that adds value beyond capital.
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Feb 2022
acquired
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Mar 2021
acquired
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Oct 2019
acquired

CyberNova Equity Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
CyberNova is dedicated to revolutionizing the managed services market. We believe that by partnering with and investing in the best MSPs and MSSPs in the industry, we can create a new leader in the managed services space. Our team of experts brings a wealth of experience and insights to the table, and we are confident that our strategic investments will empower MSPs and MSSPs to reach new heights. With a focus on innovation, growth, and excellence, CyberNova is poised to drive change and shape the future of the managed services market. Join us as we pioneer a new era in managed services and…
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Jun 2016
invested in
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Dec 2015
acquired
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Dec 2015
acquired

Capficiency Private Equity

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Toronto, Capficiency is an emerging private equity firm that partners with founders and management teams to fuel growth. ​At Capficiency we help companies navigate change, tackle challenges, and capitalize on new opportunities to build stronger, more valuable businesses.
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Jan 2023
acquired
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Nov 2021
acquired
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Feb 2018
invested in

Lighthouse Equity Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Lighthouse Equity Partners is a venture founded by Penn alum and ex-Bridgewater Associates operating executive George Nanos. George brings 20 years of expertise in technology, product development, financial services, and capital markets along with deep venture capital, private equity, and debt networks. Currently targeting industries where technology can differentiate product or optimize operations, Lighthouse Equity Partners is seeking to source and close on a deal in the next 9-12 months.
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired

Rockaway Securities

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Rockaway Securities is a privately-held boutique investment company. We aim to invest in both public and private securities, such as the investment in quality stocks, the acquisition of small-businesses, financing startup companies, leading commercial real estate ventures, and more. Rockaway will raise the investment capital, and in some cases, the debt financing, to acquire ownership stakes in private security offerings. ​Rockaway seeks to find valuable investment opportunities that their investors will see great returns and meaningful asset value over the ownership term of the…
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Nov 2022
acquired
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Jul 2022
invested in
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Feb 2018
acquired

Dark Alpha Capital LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
At Dark Alpha, our investment strategy revolves around acquiring and enhancing cash-generating companies within select sectors. As a nascent entity, we prioritize industries with significant growth potential including manufacturing, business services, health care, aerospace & defense, and industrial services.Thesis-Driven Investment StrategyOur in-house industry advisors identify industries poised for disruptive growth by studying macroeconomic factors, technological advancements, and regulatory changes. The selected thesis is further substantiated by examining industry reports,…
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May 2021
acquired
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Nov 2020
acquired
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May 2020
acquired

Bridgefield Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Bridgefield provides simplified, one-stop shop capital solutions to middle market companies. Through both debt and equity capital solutions, we help entrepreneurs, business owners and management teams accomplish their goals—whether their goals are to achieve liquidity, to diversify their personal wealth, facilitate management buyouts and/or pursue growth and acquisition financing.Since 2006, we are proud to have facilitated more than 100 transactions (credit and equity) representing more than $1 billion in transaction value across industries including manufacturing, technology, consumer…
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Aug 2022
acquired
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Mar 2022
acquired
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Feb 2020
acquired

Tushar

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
TM Holdings is a private investment firm that seeks investment opportunities alongside great management teams. Our goal is to invest in companies with competitive dynamics that drive long-term value.While markets change and the universe of investment opportunities continually evolves, our investment criteria remains the same. We target equity investments in privately-held businesses that are ripe for disruption. We prefer to invest alongside management teams who want to maintain an active role, or who are open to a succession plan. While every investment requires a significant amount of…
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Dec 2022
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Nov 2021
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Jun 2021
acquired

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