Top Specialty Stores Private Equity Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

220

Active Firms

13,964

TTM Deal Inquiries

$4M-$20M

Core Revenue Range

$1M-$4M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 15%

California 11%

Texas 10%

New York 7%

Illinois 4%

Key Attributes

Focus: Control Investments | Capital Source: Committed Capital | Operating Approach: Scale & Exit

Republic Funds

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Republic Funds has partnered with entrepreneurs to grow eight service businesses in Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom. We also acquired and improved more than 9,000 apartment units across the U.S. Sun Belt and several commercial and industrial properties across the U.S. Rust Belt. We have acquired controlling and non-controlling stakes in property services companies and other growing businesses including HVAC, Roofing, Fire Protection, Property Management, Pool Service, Dry Cleaning, and Marketing Services.

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Third Harbor Partners

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Third Harbor Partners is a New York-based private equity firm investing with committed capital to acquire and build middle market companies across business services and industrials in North America. The firm partners with strong management teams and brings an operationally focused approach to driving long-term value creation.www.thirdharborlp.com

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Morgan Stanley Expansion Capital

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Morgan Stanley Expansion Capital is a private investment platform targeting late-stage growth equity and credit investments in technology, healthcare, consumer, digital media and other high-growth sectors.

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New Majority Capital

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We are fellow entrepreneurs and impact capitalists working on creating a better financial future for under-represented business owners.We do this by providing equity investments and management support to folks who want to acquire and run existing small businesses. We believe this is a sustainable path to reduce wealth disparities in our society and is a path that can naturally lead us to an evolving ecosystem that has a lasting impact on our communities.

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Mosaic Management, LLC

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Mosaic Management is a private equity firm specializing in real estate and platform business investments. The company targets growth investment and operational improvement/enhancement opportunities alongside scalability through acquisition, new location growth, and organic growth. With a long term view and regional focus in the Southeast, Mosaic Management has a proven track record of successful investments through its high focus on 5 investments (3 exited) thus far.

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RSD Private Equity

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RDS Private Equity is a Canadian investment firm focused on acquiring, building, and scaling businesses across sectors including energy, infrastructure, industrials, and real estate. The firm takes a hands-on approach, targeting opportunities where operational execution and strategic direction drive value.The track record is built on proprietary deal sourcing, flexible structuring, and active post-investment involvement. RDS has experience across both growth-stage and cash-flowing businesses, with a focus on capital preservation and strong risk-adjusted returns. The firm moves quickly and…

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Sway

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As a Managing Director and early-stage venture investor, I have a decade of experience investing across consumer, tech, and media ventures, I’ve led on more than 25 startups, raised capital across multiple fund platforms, and helped shape strategies that merge cultural influence with financial returns.At Sway Media (formerly NEX Cubed VC), I’ve driven firm-wide strategy from rebranding our investment thesis to building the next generation of culturally relevant tech and media ventures. I’ve directed accelerator programming, cultivated relationships with LPs, and co-led…

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AAVIN Equity

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Based in Iowa, AAVIN Equity Advisors embodies a 'Main Street' approach to private equity investing. We manage committed funds to deploy capital into established, profitable businesses situated in underserved domestic geographies within the lower segment of the middle market. We specialize in leading buyout and recapitalization transactions of founder- or family-owned businesses, relying on our years of experience and collaborative approach to generate substantial value throughout the investment's lifespan.

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Pershing Ventures

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Pershing Ventures is a private equity firm that specializes in providing flexible financing solutions to early-stage ventures and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) that are revenue-positive but underserved by traditional financial institutions. The firm offers customized financing options ranging from $50,000 to $1 million, with typical transaction sizes between $250,000 and $500,000. Their solutions are designed to align with the business model and growth aspirations of their clients, allowing for scalable financing that supports revenue growth and performance. Pershing Ventures aims to…

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Blue Highway Capital

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Blue Highway Capital is a U.S. based investment firm growing small middle market companies nationally, with a focus on the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. We provide $3-12M of growth capital to primarily rural businesses that are at an inflection point. Our firm’s name refers to the backroads on traditional maps and atlases, which were drawn in blue. Providing capital is just a starting point for how we can assist in achieving your vision. Our principals draw from a wealth of sector expertise, personal networks and investment experience to help companies develop growth…

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Leavitt Equity Partners

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Leavitt Equity Partners is a value-add private equity firm specializing in the healthcare sector. Founded in 2014 by Michael Leavitt, the firm leverages its deep healthcare expertise and extensive network to support portfolio companies in navigating the complex healthcare landscape. With $600 million in capital, primarily sourced from strategic healthcare partners, Leavitt Equity Partners focuses on value-based healthcare investments. The firm targets key growth areas driven by demographic shifts, policy reforms, and technological advancements. Their portfolio includes companies like Care…

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PFM Capital

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Private Equity firm based in Regina, investing in business across Western Canada ranging from EBITDA of $2.0M to $10.0M. Looking for businesses with strong management teams and management looking to invest alongside, within industries with strong sectoral tailwinds.

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Momentum Health Partners LLC

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Momentum Health Partners is a private equity platform specializing in healthcare delivery. The firm targets investments in provider-based healthcare platforms, with a particular focus on autism therapy, behavioral health, and post-acute care. Momentum Health Partners seeks scalable, high-growth healthcare specialties that demonstrate strong clinical outcomes and present opportunities for market consolidation. Operating as a private firm, it aims to leverage its expertise to enhance the value and performance of its portfolio companies within the healthcare sector.

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Crosslantic Capital

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Institutionally backed private equity firm investing in lower middle market companies across the United States and Europe, with a focus on helping traditional businesses grow through technology, operational expertise, and international expansion.

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Pheasant Tail Partners

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Pheasant Tail Partners is an investment firm focused on strategic investments in lower middle-market companies. It specializes in businesses delivering differentiated mission-critical services, testing, inspection and remediation.

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2717 Partners

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2717 Partners, LP is a limited partnership with a focus on private equity investments, particularly in the technology and healthcare sectors. The firm operates from two primary locations in San Francisco, California, and Greenwich, Connecticut. With a strategic approach towards growth-oriented companies, 2717 Partners has built a robust portfolio comprising 14 companies. As of 2025, the firm employs approximately 150 staff members, reflecting its significant presence in the private equity landscape. The company is committed to fostering innovation and growth within its investment sectors.

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Aspen Trail Capital

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Aspen Trail Capital is a permanent-capital holding company founded by two longtime partners with deep transaction experience - over $50bn in M&A executed across their careers. We acquire and hold established, founder-owned businesses in the lower-middle market for the long-term, with a focus on essential, service led companies with recurring revenue. We focus on preserving the values, cultures and teams of the businesses we partner with.

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Cembra Holdings

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Cembra is a permanent capital holding company headquartered in Dallas, TX. Cembra is dedicated to acquiring and operating niche, market-leading businesses and supporting their continued growth over decades. The firm was built on the belief that the most enduring companies are developed through long-term ownership, operational focus, and patient capital. Cembra provides founders with a permanent home for the businesses they care deeply about. Cembra is backed by an exceptional group of investors and has a committed pool of equity capital. Cembra is focused on acquiring high quality…

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Sky Grove Capital

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Sky Grove Capital is a Florida-based private investment firm focused on acquiring and growing founder-owned essential service businesses across Florida. We partner with owners seeking a thoughtful succession solution, bringing institutional investing experience, a long-term ownership mindset, and a hands-on approach to value creation. We prioritize speed, transparency, and certainty throughout the transaction process while preserving the legacy that founders have built.

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Breck Partners

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Breck Partners is a Dallas-based private equity firm focused on making control investments in lower middle-market industrial companies with clear opportunities for significant equity value creation. Revenue: $75-250M Equity Checks: $20-40M Enterprise Value: $40-100M

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Firms in the Specialty Stores Private Equity 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 Specialty Stores Private Equity Funds is $4M-$20M, with a core EBITDA range of $1M-$4M. 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 220 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 Specialty Stores Private Equity 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 Private Equity Funds with experience in Retail, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 220 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 Specialty Stores Private Equity Funds directory, you can request information here.

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