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Chrysalis Growth Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 7 Total Closed Deals
Chrysalis Growth Partners is a private investment firm focused on the lower and middle market, primarily focusing on business services and industrials. We have a flexible investment mandate and hold periods - given we partner with two Pacific Northwest family offices who have indefinite (multi-generational) investment horizons. For illustrative purposes, sectors of interest include: waste collection and hauling, uniform rental + linen supply + commercial laundry, facility services (janitorial, pest control, route-based, etc), telecommunications, financial services (CPA, tax, accounting,…
Most Recent Transactions
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Jan 2025
was acquired by
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Jun 2024
acquired
Investor
Mar 2023
acquired
Advisor
Jun 2022
was acquired by

Infinitive Capital LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Infinitive Capital is a private investment firm focused on partnering with lower middle-market businesses whose owners are seeking an exit or interested in staying on helping to drive the next stage of growth
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Aug 2023
invested in

WJ Partners, LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
WJ Partners is a private investment firm dedicated to growing companies and creating long-term value. Since we only invest our own capital and not other people’s money, WJ Partners approaches each opportunity as a long-term collaboration with no mandated timeline to exit our investments. As active investors in our portfolio companies, we seek to strengthen current management by providing critical financial, strategic, and operational expertise, resources delivered with respect and reliability.
Most Recent Transactions
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May 2022
acquired
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Mar 2019
acquired
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Mar 2018
acquired
Investor
Aug 2013
acquired

Northwood Ventures Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Northwood Ventures has been a leading venture capital and private equity investor for more than three decades. Our long-term investment horizon, entrepreneurial orientation, and collaborative approach make us an attractive partner for skillful founders, shareholders and management teams.
Most Recent Transactions
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Dec 2011
acquired
Investor
Jun 2010
acquired
Investor
Dec 2009
acquired
Investor
Oct 2009
acquired

Sheridan Hill Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Sheridan Hill Partners is an Illinois-based investment and operating firm that partners with established businesses in helping them achieve their next level of growth.We are operational leaders experienced in growing businesses who invest our own personal capital directly, as well as capital from a small network of investors.
Most Recent Transactions
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Apr 2022
acquired
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Jul 2021
acquired
Investor
Jun 2021
invested in
Investor
Aug 2019
acquired

Tricorner Group Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Tricorner Group partners with founders/owners and senior management of businesses who have created valuable franchises but who, for personal, professional and financial reasons, have reached a stage in their business life cycle where they desire outside resources—managerial, operational and financial—to help them take their businesses to the next level, while also addressing their lifestyle objectives.
Most Recent Transactions
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Apr 2020
acquired
Investor
Jan 2020
acquired
Investor
Jan 2014
acquired
Investor
Jan 2013
acquired

Assurance Global Services LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Verdian is not a private equity firm. Verdian seeks to invest its own capital, along with those of the family offices of some of the most sophisticated private equity investors in the world. We prefer to own our businesses over the long-term, either as public or private entities. Verdian leverages its extensive industry knowledge, operational expertise and flexible capital to ensure companies reach their full potential in the healthcare, government, industrial and other business service sectors. The Verdian team is led by Jim Lindstrom, a former Chairman, CEO and CFO and…
Most Recent Transactions
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Jul 2024
acquired
Investor
Jul 2024
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired

Civitas Growth Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Civitas Growth Partners was founded on a core principle: unlocking potential - together. Civitas is the Latin word for “community”, and that is just what we are seeking to build. We view our involvement as a partnership, taking an active but respectful role in your business's journey.  Our ModelPartner with founder-led businesses with recurring revenue models to scale from $1M-$5M in ARR to $10M+ Flexible investment approach – open to minority or control positions based on the unique needs of the business Provide capital to fund growth initiatives (i.e. sales,…
Most Recent Transactions
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Dec 2024
invested in
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Jan 2022
invested in
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Dec 2021
invested in
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Mar 2018
invested in

Falx Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Falx Capital is a private investment firm focused on Healthcare, B2B Services and Niche Manufacturing in the lower middle market. We partner with existing management teams or bring in new management to build upon the legacy of a business and provide flexible capital solutions to its owners. By leveraging our professional experience and established industry network, we are able to provide differentiated insights and best practices to create long-term value for all stakeholders.
Most Recent Transactions
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Apr 2025
acquired
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Mar 2025
acquired
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Aug 2024
acquired
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Jul 2023
acquired

Crux Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Crux Capital is the ideal partner for owners seeking liquidity, generational transition, capital for growth or recapitalization. The firm is committed to preserving the legacy of the companies we invest in, recognizing that people and culture are the key determinants of long-term success. In addition to providing capital, we leverage the expertise of our team and limited partner investors to support management teams in reaching their growth objectives. While we do not participate in the day-to-day management of our companies, we do serve as active advisers and provide additional…
Most Recent Transactions
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Apr 2025
acquired
Investor
Dec 2023
acquired
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Jan 2023
invested in
Investor
Mar 2022
acquired

Monument MicroCap Partners, LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 5 Total Closed Deals
Monument MicroCap Partners, LLC (MMP) is an independent private investment firm comprised of highly experienced and accomplished private equity and operational executives seeking to sponsor the acquisition of companies in the MicroCap Market, which we define as businesses having EBITDA of $1-5 million. Our focus is on businesses located in the United States and Canada.With offices in Indianapolis and Bloomfield Hills, we have one of the deepest and broadest investment teams in the U.S. and Canadian MicroCap private equity markets. Our partners have extensive experience and a successful track…
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Nov 2020
acquired
Investor
Sep 2020
acquired
Investor
Apr 2019
acquired

Lake Street Capital Partners, LP Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 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.
Most Recent Transactions
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Jun 2025
acquired
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Jun 2025
acquired
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Aug 2024
acquired
Investor
Aug 2024
acquired

Grovecourt Capital Partners LLC. Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 5 Total Closed Deals
Grovecourt Capital Partners LLC. is a private investment firm focused on making long-term investments in growing companies with attractive fundamentals in exciting industries. Grovecourt strives to work with founders and management teams to drive growth and unlock potential.
Most Recent Transactions
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May 2024
acquired
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Feb 2024
acquired
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Feb 2024
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired

Glass Lake Holdings, LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 5 Total Closed Deals
Glass Lake Holdings partners with exceptional privately-held businesses. Having previously acquired, grown and exited two businesses (Richmond Alarm Company and RRS Medical), we have deep operational and investment backgrounds specifically focused on family and founder-owned businesses.
Most Recent Transactions
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Oct 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Jan 2018
acquired

Proviso Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 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.
Most Recent Transactions
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Feb 2025
acquired
Investor
Dec 2021
acquired
Investor
May 2021
acquired
Investor
Nov 2018
acquired

DoubleBlue Capital Management, L.P. Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 5 Total Closed Deals
About DoubleBlueIn 2015 Tomas Arlia founded DoubleBlue Capital Management with a mission to create an enduring alternatives platform, distinguished by best-in-class returns, processes, people and culture. We invest long-term capital into private investments, opportunistic special situations and multimanager hedge funds, continuing what Tomas did while managing GE Pension’s $3bn hedge fund portfolio and another $1.5bn in private equity investments. We bring to bear our experience across the capital structure in public and private markets to deliver differentiated investment ideas with…
Most Recent Transactions
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Mar 2024
acquired
Investor
Jan 2023
acquired
Investor
Jun 2022
acquired
Investor
Oct 2021
acquired

Kairos Capital Group Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 5 Total Closed Deals
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…
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2019
acquired
Investor
Jun 2019
acquired
Investor
May 2019
acquired
Investor
Mar 2019
acquired

Newport Harbor Group LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 5 Total Closed Deals
Newport Harbor Group (“NHG”) is a private investment firm focused on acquiring small to medium-sized businesses where the owner is looking to transition out of their current role. Our goal is to build upon the strong foundation in-place and supplement it with further investment to grow the business while preserving the company’s legacy.
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2024
acquired
Investor
May 2023
acquired
Investor
Apr 2023
acquired
Investor
Apr 2022
acquired

Exonas Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 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…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jun 2025
acquired
Investor
Nov 2021
acquired
Investor
Jan 2021
acquired
Investor
May 2020
acquired

Waterbear Group Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
The Waterbear Group is a Chicago based investment firm focused on acquiring privately-owned and multi-generational businesses. Our goal is to preserve the legacy of the founders and drive long-term sustainable success.The Waterbear Group has a long-term investment horizon and is focused on long-term ownership, management, and sustainable growth. We are not flippers, consolidators, or cost-cutters. We want your business and your team to survive and thrive for the long run.We acquire businesses and become directly involved in helping them to achieve their long-term potential. Our primary…
Most Recent Transactions
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Jul 2025
acquired
Investor
Jun 2025
acquired
Investor
Jul 2023
acquired
Investor
Jan 2020
acquired

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