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Explore 426 Systems Software Independent Sponsors that source acquisition and investment opportunities on Axial’s M&A platform.

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Systems Software Independent Sponsors

426

Active Firms

8,519

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$18M

Core Revenue Range

$800K-$4M

Core EBITDA Range


California 13%
Florida 13%
Texas 10%
New York 7%
New Jersey 4%

Focus: Control Investments | Capital Source: Deal-By-Deal Financing | Operating Approach: Scale & Exit

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Park Lane Capital

2 Total Closed Deals
Park Lane Capital is an alternative investment manager looking to acquire businesses in Texas and California. Our focus is on delivering strong investment performance and creating measurable value for all stakeholders.

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  • Aug 2023 Assisted Confidential Company in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
  • Aug 2023 Assisted Confidential Company in securing debt financing from Confidential Company

Green Stride

2 Total Closed Deals
Green Stride works with cashflow-positive businesses with established teams of 2-20 employees generating $1M-$5M in annual revenue. We focus on B2B services businesses with at least 25% contractually recurring revenue that can materially benefit from improvement in sales and operations. We look for 1-20% annual growth and strong customer retention.

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  • Dec 2023 Acquired Wayne Barnett Software
  • Nov 2023 Acquired Wellness Fi

Worthwhile Partners

2 Total Closed Deals
Worthwhile Partners was founded by Jason Young and Matthew Smith in 2021. Our firm seeks to identify and acquire an established operating business. We intend to manage the acquired target in a way that reflects our business ethos and enhances the existing culture, duration, efficiency and growth of the enterprise. Our core values of integrity, honesty and transparency underpin our approach. We are open to partnering with existing management. Young and Smith have over 40 years of combined institutional investment and entrepreneurial experience across public and private investments, spanning 8…

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  • Jun 2021 Invested in Nushama, Inc
  • May 2021 Invested in Kitchen Hub Inc
Forge Equity Partners is a private investment firm founded by two experienced executives who share a common vision for growing companies and complimentary experience investing in and operating businesses. Forge pursues platform investments in companies that range in size from $2-6M of EBITDA, and draws on the partners' operational and leadership experience to grow businesses through investment in people, processes, technology, systems, expanded operations, and strategic acquisitions. Forge takes a long-term view in building businesses with the intent to hold and grow businesses for 10+…

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  • Jan 2024 Acquired LocalSodFarm.com
  • Mar 2022 Acquired STS Electronic Recycling

Loyal Companies

2 Total Closed Deals
Loyal Companies is a PE company. We focus on strategic partnerships, acquisitions and opportunities. We help founders unlock the growth potential of their companies. We focus on providing a strong management team, and operation expertise that help our companies reach untapped potential. With our deep technology experience, we are able to provide and help with the ideal customer experience, product management and the people with in the business.

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  • Oct 2022 Assisted Confidential Company in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
  • May 2020 Assisted Confidential Company in securing debt financing from Confidential Company

D.K. Smith & Co.

1 Total Closed Deal
D.K. Smith & Co. is a private equity independent sponsor focused on making control acquisitions and partnering with management teams to grow middle market companies.We seek platform investment targets with $5-$25 million in EBITDA and will go as low as $2 million in EBITDA for bolt-on investments. We work with business owners seeking a meaningful upfront cash payment for their business, an opportunity to rollover and retain a continued ownership position, and potentially remain involved in the management and growth of the business.

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  • Aug 2009 Acquired Big & Little's Restaurants

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Optimal Investment Group (OIG) is a private investment firm focused on investing in lower middle market business acquisitions throughout North America. OIG invests in companies we believe show potential for growth and increased profitability.OIG is flexible and growth-minded, utilizing our vast experience to help portfolio companies reach their full potential. Our investment process allows us to analyze and close transactions quickly, frequently within 30-60 days.

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  • Jan 2018 Invested in Technology Associates

Loka Capital

1 Total Closed Deal
Loka Capital is a private investment firm focused on acquiring vertical software companies and investing across venture-backed growth stage companies. 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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  • Jan 2019 Invested in Blend Labs

ROCA Partners

1 Total Closed Deal
ROCA Partners is a Los Angeles-based private equity investment firm focused on providing leading services companies with flexible capital and operational resources to accelerate growth.

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  • Oct 2018 Assisted Confidential Company in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
Ellisonwoods is an investment company focused on finding high quality businesses to acquire and grow. Our aim is to help owners effectuate a seamless transition and continue building upon their legacy. We are particularly interested in partnering with business-to-business service companies with stable end-markets and recurring demand drivers.Investment Criteria: 5+ Years of Operating History>$250,000 of Owner EarningsStable Market DynamicsContracted or Recurring RevenueLimited Customer ConcentrationAbout the Team: Founder & Managing MemberZach Alexander is currently a second-year…

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  • Jul 2021 Acquired NimbusNow LLC
Brones & Company is the independent sponsor platform formed to partner with White Oak Enterprises, a family office with a long-standing commitment to sustainability and direct private equity investing. White Oak has designated Brones & Company as its channel for direct private equity investments and works with us deal by deal.We are focused on acquiring 3–5 platform businesses over the next several years. We intend to build long-term partnerships and revisit the optimal capital structure, whether permanent capital, a family office fundraise, or an evolved sponsor model. Our shared…

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  • Dec 2024 Invested in Confidential Company
Castleford Capital invests where a company’s growth is accelerated from capital, network connections, operational experience and deep relationships.Castleford Capital is a private equity firm that invests in middle market healthcare services and pharmaceutical services companies. Our team, which includes operating partners and advisors, adds value to our investments beyond capital.Our investors co-invest with Castleford Capital on a deal-by-deal basis. The independent sponsor model enables us to align with the right capital partner for the investments we make. Invested companies also…

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  • Mar 2024 Invested in Rebound Medical

608 Partners LLC

1 Total Closed Deal
608 Partners represents the majority owner of Blooma Tree Experts, a residential-focused tree services company in Seattle, Washington.The President & team of 608 Partners & Blooma Tree Experts is always open to acquiring well-run tree services businesses with great quality standards, clean safety record, and an established history. Since the original acquisition in 2022, Blooma Tree has completed two further add-on acquisitions in the residential tree care space in the Seattle area.

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  • Feb 2022 Acquired Blooma Tree Experts

C9 Partners, LLC

1 Total Closed Deal
C9 Partners LLC is private investment firm focused on identifying niche opportunities at the intersection of specialty lending and financial, legal, and healthcare business services.We are industry experts leveraging over 50 years of institutional lower-middle market corporate finance experience and over $3.0 billion in completed corporate finance transactionsWe have a track record of creating realized equity value as both professional investors and CEOs and CFOs of high growth businesses.Given our directly relevant experience, we seek to establish non-intermediated relationships with…

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  • Mar 2021 Assisted Confidential Company in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
Strive Equity Partners is a Toronto-based private equity firm that invests as an independent sponsor on a deal-by-deal basis. Strive was established in 2023 with a few core principles in mind: transparency, integrity, discipline and excellence.​We differentiate ourselves through our experience and relentless work ethic, while being open and honest partners every step of the way. When we partner with founders and management, we strive to achieve outcomes outside of existing boundaries. 

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  • Feb 2025 Acquired Sentrimax Centrifuges

Gabriel Stacy

1 Total Closed Deal
About:Gabriel Stacy operates a young firm dedicated to owning and operating family-owned businesses across the United States. Mr. Stacy takes pride in providing creative solutions for business owners in need of a transition. Beyond the initial transaction, Mr. Stacy constantly strives to provide the best home for your business. With an indefinite investment horizon, Mr. Stacy is seeking to build a family of companies: nurturing growth, mentoring managers, and maintaining the outstanding legacy of the founder.Mr. Stacy seeks to add value to companies in the following…

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  • Jul 2019 Acquired Acture Solutions
Builders with a Passion for Providing Excellent Service to Small Businesses and Their OwnersSignificant acquisition, management, and operational experience across a variety of services industries 35+ successfully closed acquisitions and sales processes for over $5Bn Exclusively focused on working with entrepreneurs to scale small businesses 

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  • Jul 2020 Acquired Plumbing Troopers
Nima Asset Management LLC was formed in 2008 to identify and purse direct special situation investments.  The Founder of Nima has extensive experience across a range of industries and financing types.  We have several active projects underway.  We actively seek value added co-investors.

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  • Feb 2017 Invested in Investment Summary Coming Soon
Wherewithal Partners Inc. is a private investment firm focused on niche cash-generative businesses in out-of-favour, mis-understood and under-appreciated industries / sectors with a primary focus on opportunities in Canada, in addition to opportunities in the United States.

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  • Dec 2015 Acquired Coreio Inc.

True Vines LLC

1 Total Closed Deal
True Vines is helping finance businesses positively impacting the world in the midst of what we consider a massive shift. Our focus is particularly on businesses empowering the global digital transformation. We have mandates in the US and Africa with public and private sector stakeholders.

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  • Dec 2021 Assisted Confidential Company in securing debt financing from Confidential Company

Frequently Asked Questions

How are Independent Sponsors in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Systems Software Independent Sponsors 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 Independent Sponsor 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 Systems Software Independent Sponsors?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Systems Software Independent Sponsors is $3M-$18M, with a core EBITDA range of $800K-$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.

How important is Technology experience when evaluating Independent Sponsors?

Relevant Technology 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 426 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Technology.

Do all Independent Sponsors in this directory focus exclusively on Technology?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Systems Software Independent Sponsors directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Technology, 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 Independent Sponsors with experience in Technology?

When comparing Independent Sponsors with experience in Technology, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 426 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Systems Software Independent Sponsors?

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 Systems Software Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.


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