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Specialty Stores Search Funds

1,034

Active Firms

20,191

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$12M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$2M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

California 13%
Florida 13%
Texas 9%
New York 8%
New Jersey 5%

Key Attributes

Focus: Acquiring One Business | Capital Source: Investor-Backed or Self-Funded | Operating Approach: Stewardship & Growth

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Fourth Pine

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COO/operator in small businesses (B2B) for the majority of my career. Love getting in the weeds and, most of all, working with amazing teams! Looking to steward a business in Atlanta, where our family calls home, through our firm, Fourth Pine Holdings. Our current portfolio includes commercial real estate, and we're interested in complementary businesses. Open to a variety of industries.Harvard MBA and Dartmouth alumni. In a previous life, was a management consultant working M&A and integrations with Fortune 500s.

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Apex Capital Growth Partners

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At ACG, our mission is simple yet impactful: to acquire, operate, and grow a single exceptional business. Our team, comprised of experienced professionals, brings a unique blend of strategic insights and operational prowess. We offer business owners a flexible succession alternative, ensuring their legacy lives on while infusing their company with new energy. Backed by a robust network of seasoned investors and operators, we focus on creating long-term value for all stakeholders.

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GT Ventures

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Established in 2015, GT Ventures ("GTV") is a private investment group dedicated to furthering the interests of Garry Kyle and Ty Looney.We take a long-term, compounding view of our various holdings, and are primarily focused on industrial real estate development in the DFW metroplex. We make opportunistic investments in adjacent operating businesses that help us integrate around our core industrial asset base.GTV owns controlling interests in various industrial and mixed-use real estate projects across North Texas. We maintain an in-house EPC subsidiary (GTGC) and own various interests in…

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Dubbs Capital Inc.

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Dubbs Capital Inc. is a private investment firm focused on acquiring small to medium-sized businesses. More specifically, Dubbs is focused on the technology sector. We plan to work closely with the company to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.Criteria: Preferred if SBA approved. Preferred if SaaS. Preferred if in apparel manufacturing.

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SV Capital

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Entrepreneur and former investment banking professional actively acquiring lower-middle-market businesses in the $3–5M range. Founded and exited three businesses including a $4M revenue company. Targeting recession-resistant services, essential businesses, high-margin manufacturing, and utility/infrastructure. SBA financing and investor equity committed. Structured, fast-moving buyer — LOI within 24 hours of qualifying a target.

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Astoria Growth Partners

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The company is a private equity fund specializing in the lower middle market. It focuses on strategic investments and is committed to fostering growth and value creation in its portfolio companies. With a robust investment strategy, the firm targets a diverse range of industries, seeking opportunities where it can leverage its expertise to drive operational improvements and financial performance. The firm is dedicated to building long-term partnerships with management teams and stakeholders, ensuring alignment of interests and sustainable success.

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TS-CASL LLC

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JD/MBA with over a decade in operations & corporate finance in firms ranging from >$500M to <$30M (topline). As a former college football player, I approach deals with the same grit, teamwork, and persistence that defined my playing days—qualities I hope resonate with sellers who want their legacy carried forward.Today, I serve in a strategy role that provides direct insight into the challenges and opportunities owners face.My goal is to acquire and personally lead a business for the long term, bringing both financial discipline and operational stewardship to the table.

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Ben Guggenbiller

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Buyer Profile / Investment CriteriaI’m a Cincinnati–Dayton–based buyer (West Chester) seeking to acquire and operate a single, well-run small business in the region. Local ownership matters to me—both for hands-on involvement and long-term continuity for employees and customers.Size & EconomicsI’m targeting businesses with normalized annual cash flow of approximately $500K–$2M. This range is large enough to justify the risk and responsibility of ownership while remaining manageable for a first acquisition and long-term operator transition.Industry FocusI’m intentionally…

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Zal Bahadurji

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Background: Commercial and strategy operator with a background spanning enterprise technology and strategy consulting. Most of my recent work has been building and scaling commercial programs in large, complex organizations — strategy, operations, and execution. Earlier in my career I operated in family-owned specialty manufacturing across India, the UAE, and Texas, which is where I first learned how a hands-on business actually runs.Acquisition objective: Looking to acquire and personally operate a single small business as a committed owner-operatorSectors of…

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Down Harbor Partners LLC

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Down Harbor Partners (DHP) is a private investment firm, aiming to acquire and operate one lower-middle-market business in the Northeast / Mid-Atlantic. Specializing in light manufacturing, consumer products, value-added distribution, and supply chain/logistics sectors, DHP targets businesses characterized by closely held ownership structures and principals approaching retirement. With a foundation built on a 15+ year friendship, the DHP team brings together a unique blend of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) / finance experience and premier supply chain / operations capabilities. 

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Blue Cypress Financial

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Win is a self-funded searcher seeking a business to acquire and operate in DFW. He is a seasoned M&A professional with access to significant capital and appropriate financing, allowing him to move swiftly through the deal process.

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Time Development Corp

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Alex Faigel is the CEO and co-founder of Dr. Dental. Founded in 2004, Alex has led the organizations growth from a single dental office to over 40 locations throughout Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire and New Jersey. Backed by an enduring energy and drive, Alex created the Dr. Dental vision of retailizing dental care by providing convenient, accessible, quality care via retail dental clinics in convenient neighborhood locations. The combined clinic locations now treat over 250,000 patient visits annually which has solidified Dr. Dental as one of the largest regional dental service…

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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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Finch Investments

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I am an experienced technology executive and operator with a background leading revenue organizations, scaling teams, and driving growth across venture-backed and public software companies. Throughout my career, I have managed multi-million-dollar budgets, evaluated investment opportunities, led complex commercial negotiations, and built operating systems that support sustainable growth.I am currently seeking to acquire and operate a small to lower-middle-market business with strong fundamentals, recurring customer relationships, and a history of profitability. My focus is on businesses with…

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UW Dawood

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’m looking to acquire and grow a strong, well-run business with care and respect for what the owner has built. My goal is to preserve the company’s legacy, support the existing team, and continue serving customers well while thoughtfully growing the business over time.

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Scores Capital LLC

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Scores Capital LLC is an independent investment firm that partners with founder owned businesses generating $1–10 million of EBITDA. We focus on preserving and building upon a founder’s legacy while providing the strategic, operational, and financial support needed to scale the business into a leading brand within its industry.

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Toluca Lake Group

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Toluca Lake Group acquires and operates small businesses from owners ready to transition. We are a dedicated owner-operator focused on long-term ownership, preserving what makes each business special, and supporting its continued growth for decades to come.

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RMS FR

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Ronald O. Harper, Jr. is the Managing Partner of RMS Family Restaurants, LLC. where he owned and operated McDonald’s four restaurants in Memphis, Tennessee. RMS was built on a family-oriented philosophy that fosters employee development and growth while ensuring that every guest enjoys an excellent dining experience.Before founding RMS, Mr. Harper held senior leadership roles at prominent companies. As Global Business Lead at Capgemini, he focused on mergers and acquisitions within the Life Sciences sector. He also held senior leadership roles at Ensono and Xerox. At Ensono where he…

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Bibeane Metsch-Garcia

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I am a first-time investor interested in acquiring a business. I have expertise in the law and have interest in retail, real estate, hospitality, community-focused events and classes, as well as artificial intelligence (including consulting).

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NM2109 LLC

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I’m an operator looking to acquire a founder-owned food or beverage wholesale distributor or manufacturing business, typically $750k–$10M in EBITDA. I would also be very interested in a category-defining food manufacturer or quick service restaurant group with an eternally relevant product and strong brand or reputation moat.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How are Search Funds in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Specialty Stores 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.

What information is included in each Search Fund 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 Specialty Stores Search Funds?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Specialty Stores 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.

How important is Retail experience when evaluating Search Funds?

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 1,034 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Retail.

Do all Search Funds in this directory focus exclusively on Retail?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Specialty Stores 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.

How do I compare Search Funds with experience in Retail?

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 1,034 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Specialty Stores Search Funds?

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 Search Funds directory, you can request information here.

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