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Specialized Finance Investment Banks

159

Active Firms

185

TTM Deal Flow

$3M-$29M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$5M

Core EBITDA Range


California 13%
Florida 12%
New Jersey 6%
New York 6%
Massachusetts 5%

Best For: Complex Transactions | Typical Fee: Retainer & Success fee | Coverage: Dedicated, Sector-Focused Deal Teams

Showing 21-40 of 159 Investment Banks

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Kreshmore Group

32 Total Closed Deals
Kreshmore Group (KG) started operations in 2009 and has grown to become a leading restructuring and M&A advisory firm serving clients nationwide. The firm serves myriad niche industries while focusing on lower-middle & mid-market companies within the continental United States. Headquartered in Lemont, Illinois, with offices in Chicago, Illinois and Naples, Florida, KG assists clients in restructures/turnarounds, workouts, recapitalizations, M&A, real estate capital markets and real estate asset management, business sale prep, senior and subordinated debt structuring, diligence…

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  • Nov 2025 Assisted SIENA LAKE in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
  • Oct 2025 Advised Sackett in its sale to MTC Do More
  • Sep 2025 Assisted Planet Group Inc in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
  • Aug 2025 Assisted PROMETCO in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
Pickwick Capital Partners, LLC assists middle-market companies and alternative investment firms achieve their strategic, financing and M&A objectives. We do this through a focused and collaborative process driven by the talent of our advisors, who bring a wealth of experience from leading investment banks such as Morgan Stanley, Jefferies & Company, Deutsche Bank, Merrill Lynch, and others.Our team is comprised of energetic, hands-on solution providers. We focus on quality, and each and every transaction is important to us. Pickwick clients can be assured their advisors are true partners with…

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  • Apr 2023 Advised Harmony Energy Technology in its sale to Zircon Corporation
  • Feb 2023 Advised Telegia Communications in its sale to One Ring Networks
  • Dec 2022 Advised Topo Athletic in its sale to Designer Brands
  • Jul 2022 Advised Desert iNET in its sale to BAM Broadband
Based in Austin Texas, Focus Strategies has earned a reputation as a premier middle-market investment bank focused on serving the unique needs of privately held businesses seeking capital or ownership transition. Built on an impeccable reputation for high integrity, we help companies and their owners flourish by applying broad experience, industry expertise, hands-on guidance and local knowledge to maximize shareholder value. Focus Strategies specializes in merger and acquisition advisory, raising capital and providing strategic advisory services for founder-owned middle market companies. We…

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  • Oct 2024 Advised Lamar Technical Services, Inc. in its sale to Think Power Solutions
  • Oct 2023 Assisted Milk + Honey in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
  • May 2023 Advised Trace Analytics LLC in its sale to Ingersoll Rand
  • Feb 2023 Advised MSB School Services in its sale to Craftsman Capital
•Founded in 2015, Republic Capital Group (“Republic”) is an independent investment bank that provides advisory services to the financial services industry, including wealth & asset management and accounting firms•Republic has emerged as one of the most prolific investment banks in the industry (with ~$150 billion of client assets transacted since 2022) and was awarded "Boutique Investment Banking Firm of the Year" by The M&A Advisor in 2023•We strive for innate partnership values that prove people are more important than any monetary or transactional situation, and we…

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  • Aug 2023 Advised Affinia Financial Group in its sale to Sequoia Financial Group
  • Jun 2023 Advised BerganKDV in its sale to Creative Planning
  • Jun 2023 Advised Moneco Advisors on an investment from Emigrant Partners
  • May 2023 Advised Brainard Capital in its sale to Pathstone

Golden Circle Investment Banking

21 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
Golden Circle is an investment bank with a unique and unwavering commitment to exclusively serving the lower middle market. With a strategic focus on this often underserved segment of the business landscape, GCA brings a tailored approach to meet the distinct needs of small and mid-sized enterprises. As a dedicated partner, the firm leverages its broad network of funder relationships and comprehensive suite of financial solutions to empower businesses within the lower middle market. Through a blend of high-touch personalized service, utilization of cutting-edge technology data platforms and…

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  • Feb 2025 Advised Goodrich Brothers, Inc. in its sale to Confidential Company
  • Nov 2024 Advised Western US Landscape Company in its sale to Strategic Buyer
  • Jun 2024 Advised Quad Industries in its sale to Advanced Systems and Controls, Inc
  • May 2024 Advised Field Crafts, Inc. in its sale to Lasting Impressions

Footprint Capital

20 Total Closed Deals
In our opinion, critical elements to providing sound advice come from experiences, a willingness to learn, and diversity. Each member of our team has followed a distinct path, giving us a view into mergers and acquisitions from all angles. These varying business perspectives include those of acquisition advisors, company owners, lenders, investors, internal strategists, accountants, and from within Fortune 500 companies. We have seen what works in successful engagements and how to predict and prevent problems in transactions. Such expertise means we can put ourselves in a client’s shoes and…

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  • Dec 2023 Advised Advanced Services in its sale to Eco
  • Dec 2023 Advised MRCS in its sale to Beacon Specialized Living
  • Dec 2023 Advised The Basement Doctor in its sale to Tecum Equity
  • Dec 2023 Advised Columbia Corrugated Box in its sale to SupplyOne

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Employing the unparalleled collective experience and relationships of its 45+ managing directors, Brock Capital Group offers investment banking advisory and consulting services to clients on a broad variety of matters at the most senior level. Brock partners include former heads of investment banking groups at global Wall Street firms as well as C-level executives and directors of Fortune 500 companies. No other firm brings the same level of expertise to middle market clients. Services include advising and leading private company sales, corporate spin-outs, management buy-outs, private…

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  • Dec 2014 Advised WesTest Engineering Corporation in its sale to Rantec Power Systems
  • Nov 2014 Assisted Aerofleet in securing debt financing from Board Advisory
  • Mar 2014 Advised Exosome Diagnostics on an investment from Qiagen
  • Jan 2014 Advised Chrysler Group LLC in its sale to Fiat North America LLC
POWERED BY KNOWLEDGEBerkery Noyes is an independent investment bank providing mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisory and financial consulting services to middle-market leaders in the global information, software, and technology industries.Our senior investment bankers, by focusing on transactions within specific vertical markets, bring deep knowledge to every assignment. The firm also has extensive experience working on behalf of healthcare, financial services, and education companies.Since its founding by Joseph W. Berkery in 1983, Berkery Noyes has assisted corporate clients in their…

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  • Jul 2023 Advised protocols.io in its sale to Springer Nature
  • Jul 2023 Advised Modus Engagement, Inc. in its sale to Bigtincan Holdings Limited
  • Apr 2023 Advised Scribendi in its sale to Edanz Inc.
  • Mar 2023 Advised Courtroom Connect in its sale to Greybull Stewardship

LCG Advisors

20 Total Closed Deals
LCG is a leading transaction advisory services firm specializing in investment banking, loan and investment due diligence, business valuations, restructuring & consulting, and other select advisory services. Our passion for finance and creativity drives us at LCG and we welcome challenges that most would shy away from. We meet the most complex client needs with energy, commitment, and innovative thinking.Founded in 2003, LCG has developed a reputation for consistently exceeding client expectations with a very high level of integrity and professionalism. LCG's team of more than 70…

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  • Jun 2020 Advised Anistar Technologies in its sale to NSC Technologies, a portfolio company of White Wolf Capital
  • Jun 2020 Advised PE Science on an investment from Kirtland Capital Partners
  • Jan 2020 Advised SiteReady in its sale to CBRE
  • Nov 2019 Advised Total Restoration in its sale to Kustom US
We advise buyers and sellers on business sales, mergers, acquisitions, ESOPs and other similar transactions. Our Business Owner Solutions team will deliver the strategic advice and practical guidance to help you achieve the optimal outcome in your business transition. Our credentialed, experienced business valuation team understands both the art and science of business valuation. We tailor each project to the client's unique situation and needs. The ongoing M&A experience of our Business Owner Solutions team is a critical factor grounding our valuations in the real world.When you're ready to…

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  • Dec 2017 Advised Pluto Corporation in its sale to Derby Supply Chain Solutions
  • Oct 2017 Advised StaffMasters, Inc. in its sale to Hire Dynamics
  • Aug 2017 Advised Kay Manufacturing in its sale to SRS Ventures
  • May 2017 Advised Grandview Gallery in its sale to CID Capital

Roadmap Advisors

13 Total Closed Deals
Roadmap Advisors is a boutique investment banking firm providing acquisition search, sell-side and advisory services:For buyers, we execute proactive, thesis-driven acquisition searches to uncover, evaluate and close acquisitionsFor sellers, we leverage our intimate understanding of the buy-side perspective to extract full value in the sale of our clients’ companiesOur corporate advisory service helps clients identify pockets of opportunity and create significant value within their operationsWe have participated in tens of thousands of transaction opportunities throughout our…

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  • Oct 2024 Advised Aggregates Company in its sale to Aggregates Company
  • May 2024 Assisted Foodservice Company in securing debt financing from Specialty Finance Co.
  • Mar 2024 Advised Tank Cleaning Contractor in its sale to Family Office
  • Aug 2023 Advised Majestic Collision & Frame Repair in its sale to Merx Truck & Trailer

Avalon Net Worth

12 Total Closed Deals
Avalon Net Worth confidentially provides clients the quality and technical expertise of a major investment bank while maintaining the personal service and efficiency of a boutique firm. Since 1992, Avalon has worked with high caliber, committed business owners, senior executives and entrepreneurs as they have expanded businesses, re-capitalized or re-organized firms, sold or purchased companies, and gained liquidity for themselves and their shareholders. Our clients have ranged from mid-market private companies to Fortune 500 companies to early stage firms. Avalon Net Worth and Avalon…

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  • Aug 2023 Advised EC Outlook in its sale to Chem Connect
  • Aug 2023 Assisted Quad Logic in securing debt financing from Entrepreneur Growth Capital
  • Aug 2023 Advised Logistics Express Inc. in its sale to Private Equity Funds
  • Aug 2023 Advised AMIEE LYNN in its sale to Steve Madden Inc.

BlackTorch Capital

12 Total Closed Deals
BlackTorch Capital is a results-driven investment banking firm providing strategic and financial solutions customized to meet the needs of public and private middle-market companies and their capital providers. SINGULAR SOLUTIONS No two companies are exactly alike. Their circumstances and challenges always differ. That’s why, before recommending any specific strategy, we always invest the time necessary to understand your issues, your business model and your objectives. Remaining flexible and focused allows us to create singular, innovative solutions. PROVEN EXPERIENCE Our senior investment…

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  • Aug 2014 Advised CloudCover in its sale to Not Disclosed
  • Jul 2014 Advised Dane Technologies on an investment from Not Disclosed
  • Jul 2014 Advised Comforts of Home in its sale to Not Disclosed
  • Jul 2014 Advised Boundary Medical in its sale to IMI Health

Mt. Vista Capital

12 Total Closed Deals
Mt. Vista Capital, Inc. is full-service investment banking firm providing professional merger and acquisition, financial advisory and business valuation services exclusively to middle market companies. Our middle market focus on sell-side advisory is designed to provide efficient execution of our client's transaction while maximizing value. Our financial advisory services provide assistance to our clients in structuring and sourcing the capital resources they need to fund organic or acquisition growth strategies. To support both of these service areas we also provide business valuation…

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  • Oct 2013 Advised Chief Executive Boards International in its sale to Aegis Assistance, Inc
  • May 2013 Advised Experienced Commercial Printing Executives in its sale to Regional Commercial Printing Executives
  • May 2013 Advised Regional Healthcare Services Co. in its sale to Strategic Competitor
  • Jun 2012 Advised OFM, Inc. in its sale to Gen Cap America
Fortis Capital is a young innovative investment banking firm headquartered in the Palm Beaches, servicing the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean. Fortis has a pragmatic approach to every project with the ambition to be bold & audacious. The firm draws from a broad base of partner firms specializing in equity and/or debt, giving way to opportunistic private placement.The firm’s investment strategy is centered on identifying market inefficiencies and partnering with financial institutions & investment firms that recapitalize or reposition capital assets to assist in the growth of…

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  • Aug 2023 Advised Custom Engineered Window & Door Company on an investment from Anonymous Company
  • Aug 2023 Advised Agricultural Business on an investment from Anonymous Company
  • Aug 2023 Advised Medical Device on an investment from Anonymous Company
  • Aug 2023 Advised Fiber Recycling Company in its sale to Anonymous Company

Viant Capital

10 Total Closed Deals
Viant Capital is a San Francisco-based boutique investment bank committed to providing emerging growth and small to mid-market companies with high quality strategic advisory and capital raising services. Since 1998, Viant Capital has consistently produced superior outcomes for our clients and their shareholders. Leveraging decades of strategic, financial, and operational experience, our professionals provide each of our clients with in-depth industry knowledge and expert advice on the optimal way to approach strategic and financing processes. We believe in developing strong relationships with…

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  • Aug 2023 Advised Entwine in its sale to Extron
  • Aug 2023 Advised Monkey Group in its sale to EZ Cater
  • Aug 2023 Advised CDTA in its sale to DISA
  • Aug 2023 Advised Parley Pro in its sale to LexisNexis
TerraNova Capital is an investment, merchant banking and advisory firm focused on small-to-middle market companies. TerraNova Capital Equities, the investment bank, provides financial and capital solutions, while TerraNova Capital Partners focuses on merger and acquisition (M&A) advice and finance and merchant banking.Our senior bankers have decades of investment banking and operating experience in their respective industries. The collective expertise of our team includes equity and debt capital raising, sell side and buy side M&A advisory…

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  • Aug 2023 Advised ComSovereign in its sale to Anonymous Company
  • Aug 2023 Advised FortunaPIX Inc in its sale to TerraNova Capital Partners, Inc.
  • Aug 2023 Advised GBV Biopharma, Inc. on an investment from TerraNova Capital Equities, Inc.
  • Aug 2023 Advised Liquid OTC LLC on an investment from TerraNova Capital Partners, Inc.

GT Securities

10 Total Closed Deals
Founded in 2002, GT Securities is a modern, tech-driven investment bank and broker-dealer platform that facilitates winning transactions between our 300+ independent investment banker partners, companies looking to grow or exit, and investors/buyers seeking ROI. We have successfully passed multiple regular cycle FINRA, SEC, and state securities examinations & audits and have a fully “clean” compliance record.

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  • Aug 2023 Advised Metropolitan Skin Clinic in its sale to Growthink Capital
  • Aug 2023 Advised MPulse Software, Inc. in its sale to Anonymous Company
  • May 2022 Advised Blue Whale Materials in its sale to Ara Partners
  • Mar 2022 Advised Agro Logistic Systems Inc. in its sale to MGK

Westlake Securities

10 Total Closed Deals
Westlake Securities is a middle market investment bank founded in 2003 and headquartered in Austin, Texas. Westlake’s principals come from diverse backgrounds advising, operating and investing in middle market companies. Our clients benefit from the team’s deep understanding of deal strategy, operational improvements, equity value creation and transaction process. We view our clients as partners, working closely with them to develop a sincere understanding of their goals and drivers of their business to determine what it will take to create the growth and/or liquidity desired.

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  • Aug 2023 Advised Little Woodrow's on an investment from PGIM Private Capital
  • Aug 2023 Advised McDonald Welding Supply in its sale to John Sales & Services
  • Aug 2023 Advised Rollin Greens on an investment from AMEDEO
  • Aug 2023 Advised Applied Natural Gas Fuels Inc. on an investment from PIMCO

Artesia Capital, LLC

10 Total Closed Deals
Artesia Capital is a boutique investment bank and M&A advisory firm focused on securing debt and equity for middle-market and upper-middle-market companies. Artesia also offers advisory and investor relations services. We specialize in Consumer Products, Food and Beverages, Distilleries, Wineries, Retail, eCommerce, Packaging, Cannabis and CBD, Health Care, Packaging, SaaS, FinTech, Digital Media, Real Estate, Advertising, and Industrials.

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  • May 2024 Assisted Sunshine Enclosures in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
  • Jun 2023 Assisted Aggrigator in securing debt financing from US Strategic Capital
  • May 2023 Advised Dog Park Publishing in its sale to I'd Rather Be With My Dog
  • Mar 2023 Assisted Sunshine Packaging in securing debt financing from Oxford Bank

Frequently Asked Questions

How are Investment Banks in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Specialized Finance Investment Banks 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 Investment Bank 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 Specialized Finance Investment Banks?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Specialized Finance Investment Banks is $3M-$29M, with a core EBITDA range of $500K-$5M. 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 Financial Services experience when evaluating Investment Banks?

Relevant Financial Services 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 159 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Financial Services.

Do all Investment Banks in this directory focus exclusively on Financial Services?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Specialized Finance Investment Banks directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Financial Services, 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 Investment Banks with experience in Financial Services?

When comparing Investment Banks with experience in Financial Services, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 159 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Specialized Finance Investment Banks?

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 Specialized Finance Investment Banks directory, you can request information here.


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