Top Tampa Private Equity Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

Active Firms

729

TTM Deal Inquiries

$7M-$25M

Core Revenue Range

$2M-$5M

Core EBITDA Range

Top Sectors by Activity

Industrials 69%

Transportation 8%

Consumer Goods 7%

Business Services 5%

Technology 4%

Key Attributes

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

Clearwell Group, LLC

1 Closed Deal via Axial

14 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Clearwell Group is a single family office based in Tampa, FL focused on making majority equity investments in companies located in the Southeast and Texas. We focus on simple to understand, but not simple to operate businesses with at least $2.0M in EBITDA. We have five businesses in the portfolio today that operate in the business services, manufacturing, environmental services and engineering sectors.

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Dec 2025 Acquired Flash-Rite
Jul 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
Jan 2025 Invested in Steadfast Alliance
Nov 2021 Acquired Gaskins LeCraw

KLH Capital Partners, LP

33 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Founded in 2005, KLH Capital is a private equity firm serving management teams of lower middle-market companies in the specialty services, value-added distribution, and niche manufacturing industries. The firm makes majority and minority equity investments in U.S.-based businesses to support the company’s growth plans, provide ownership opportunities for key managers, and allow owners to harvest the value in their businesses. Our commitment goes beyond financial support as we believe in establishing a collaborative team of peers, all of whom have a hand in the company’s progress.…

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Aug 2022 Invested in Thorpe Specialty Services
Nov 2021 Invested in The Warehouse Rentals & Supplies
Oct 2021 Invested in Precision Impacts
Dec 2020 Invested in Jackson Infrastructure Services

Mangrove Equity Partners

27 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Mangrove Equity Partners' founding principals enjoy a national reputation as uncommonly effective, fair, flexible and honorable partners to company owners and managers. We have the captive financial resources (including bridge capabilities) and deal experience to efficiently close transactions. We also have substantial operating experience and a collaborative approach to building value at the companies with whom we partner. Mangrove's three person internal operating team affords our fund the ability to help owner/operators maximize the value of their retained ownership, and allows Mangrove to…

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Oct 2022 Invested in Atlas Greenhouse
Feb 2022 Acquired STCR
Dec 2021 Invested in Vintage Air
Jan 2021 Invested in Seaside Waste Services

Keswick Partners

10 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Keswick Partners is a Lower-Middle Market PE firm armed with a $100M fund that invests in niche manufacturers, value-added distributors, and specialty service providers doing $2-$6M in annual EBITDA. Our Managing Partners have over 90 years of collective investing experience and have executed over 135 transactions in their shared careers. We presently have four active investments in our portfolio, but are looking to expand our operating footprint. We invest in rollovers, buyouts, carve outs, and more, but have developed a specialty in facilitating intra-family handoffs and employee…

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Jun 2025 Acquired Thomas Wilson Contracting
Jun 2025 Acquired Meeker Holding Company
Apr 2025 Acquired Seal Brothers
Dec 2024 Acquired Confidential Company

Osceola Capital Management

10 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Osceola Capital is a Tampa, Florida based private equity firm that invests in lower middle market services companies. Our strategy is to partner with exceptional management teams and drive long-term value creation through a combination of strategic acquisitions, internal growth initiatives, and operational improvements. We offer a unique blend of operations and transaction experience to help support our management teams – principals of Osceola have led over 100 corporate finance transactions ($1 billion+ in capital) and served as the CEO, CFO, or President of over 15 successful…

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Aug 2023 Acquired Industry Services Co.
Aug 2023 Acquired O’Cloud Ventures
Aug 2023 Acquired Forward Solutions
Aug 2023 Acquired Revelation Pharma

Mecha Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals

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Private equity group focused on service-based and defensible industries that are ripe for technological implementation; whether that be through robotics, software, or AI systems. Formerly Thursday Group (VC).

Recent Transactions

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SCP & CO

69 Total Closed Deals

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SCP & CO is a Southeastern US based private investment firm focused on investing in lower middle market businesses where we can provide capital and strategic resources to accelerate growth and build stronger companies

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Apr 2014 Advised Pearce Services, Inc in its sale to Willcrest Partners
Dec 2012 Advised Harmony Healthcare on an investment from a Private Equity Investor
Dec 2012 Advised GBD Healthcare on an investment from a Revolving Line of Credit
Dec 2012 Advised Quality Lease Services in its sale to Rocaceia

Minerva Investment Partners

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Minerva Investment Partners is a Tampa-based, private investment firm focused on investing in growing, entrepreneur or founder-owned businesses in the lower-middle market. Our capital is typically used in transactions where business owners are looking for an ownership-transition, liquidity event for retirement or a partner to take their business to the next level. We will also partner with management teams who are in need of capital to buy out founder-owned businesses.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Firms in the Tampa 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 Tampa Private Equity Funds is $7M-$25M, with a core EBITDA range of $2M-$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.

Location can be an important consideration, but it does not necessarily define where a firm is active. Firms based in Tampa may bring regional knowledge, local relationships, and experience with businesses in the area, while many also pursue opportunities across a broader geographic footprint. Geography is best considered alongside sector focus, company size, and relevant transaction activity.

Not necessarily. A firm’s location does not always define its geographic reach. Many Private Equity Funds based in Tampa are active across multiple regions, while firms based elsewhere may also participate in the Tampa market. Location can provide useful context, but it should not be interpreted as a firm’s geographic boundary.

When comparing Private Equity Funds in Tampa, consider factors such as sector focus, size range, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 8 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 Tampa Private Equity Funds directory, you can request information here.

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