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General Management Group

Independent Sponsor
  • 13 Total Closed Deals
General Management Group (GMG) is an international investment group specializing in the investing and revitalization of distressed assets in up-and-coming markets. We have been able to create unparalleled value and returns for our partners and investors through our unique acquisition criteria, and extensive knowledge of distressed operations. With hundreds of distressed acquisitions performed by our team both in the US and overseas, we have produced long-term and sustainable growth. Our purchases of fixed and operating assets range from real estate to operating small to mid-sized businesses…
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired

BID Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 10 Total Closed Deals
BID Capital is a USD$50 million investment fund, focused on venture and growth capital. We have a flexible investment model that seeks to boost entrepreneurs and companies with high growth potential and scalability. In addition to financial resources, our operational expertise and strategic vision help transform family businesses into high performance companies. BID Capital is part of BID Group, a conglomerate with more than 25 years in business. Since our inception, we have distinguished ourselves by being the best ally for our clients, investors, and partners. Being agile and flexible, we…
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired

Lavelle Investments

Independent Sponsor
  • 7 Total Closed Deals
Lavelle Investments is a family investment firm that supports businesses transitioning to the next phase of growth.We understand the importance of maintaining a company's reputation and culture, and we focus on preserving the family-feel that has been instrumental in building customer satisfaction and employee support over the years.With experience as both operators and investors, we bring robust analytical support to help the team drive sustainable, long-term growth and continued success.
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Jan 2022
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Aug 2021
acquired
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Jul 2021
invested in
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Mar 2021
acquired

Landmark Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 7 Total Closed Deals
Landmark Capital is a buy-out firm that specializes in acquiring and actively managing small businesses.Our goal is to actively manage a small number of companies and fully devote ourselves to its employees, customers, and operations. Following the acquisition, we will join the senior management team and play a supportive role in the business.
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Apr 2021
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Feb 2020
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Dec 2019
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Jan 2019
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Bassett Creek Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 7 Total Closed Deals
Bassett Creek Capital makes equity investments in lower-middle market companies, typically at a critical inflection point in the business. The Bassett Creek team has completed 76 investments, invested over $10.0 billion of capital and has over 100 years of combined private equity experience.We are a private capital partner for business owners who want to harness the power of cultural connectivity and entrepreneurial grit to reach the next level of growth. Our team is a trusted partner, ally and advisor for management teams who are passionate about meaningful growth achieved through low-ego…
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Jun 2022
invested in
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Nov 2021
acquired
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Sep 2020
acquired
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Dec 2019
acquired

Dry Line Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 7 Total Closed Deals
Dry Line Partners is a private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. 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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Feb 2023
acquired
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Mar 2022
acquired
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Sep 2021
acquired
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Sep 2021
acquired

Somers Investment Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Somers Investment Partners is a private investment firm based in Palm Beach, FL, New York and London. We are focused investors specializing in enterprise software and business services companies in the middle market.  Our heritage is in traditional private equity but we are not portfolio managers. We are engaged owner-operators that proactively build better businesses. We are highly focused and devote considerable attention and support to our investments. We have no constraints on our investment horizon or stage of maturity. We have invested in middle market business services and…
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Oct 2010
acquired
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Oct 2010
acquired
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Oct 2010
acquired
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Oct 2010
acquired

Stallion Finance

Independent Sponsor
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Stallion Finance ("Horses not Unicorns") is a private equity firm that invests in and acquires small businesses with the goal of growing them through predefined strategic improvement initiatives. Our team of professional entrepreneurs utilize both private equity investment and hands-on operating expertise, to design and implement our proven operating playbook. We target tenured (no start-ups) companies generating between $0.5mm to $5mm of EBITDA. While we are industry agnostic, we have a particular focus on internet based, software or technology companies that are generating…
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May 2019
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Nov 2018
invested in
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May 2014
invested in
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Apr 2010
invested in

AIM Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
AIM Capital is a private equity group located in Coconut Grove, FL which makes control and non-control investments in high growth companies that have accomplished profitability and product/market fit. AIM Capital seeks to create synergy between our investments and develop transformational platforms. We combine the talent of our team in Marketing, Operations, Finance, and Legal with the talent within the companies to generate and execute on integral growth plans. Our goal is to always create long-term value by building great businesses in partnership with the leadership team. In every…
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired

Sky Peak Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 5 Total Closed Deals
Sky Peak partners with local business owners to provide them with the necessary resources to take their business to the next level.  Whether it's through capital support, operational enhancements, or key strategic initiatives, we look to help our owners unlock value for all stakeholders.
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Apr 2025
acquired
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Jan 2024
acquired
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Jan 2023
acquired
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Oct 2022
acquired

Watchtower Capital Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 5 Total Closed Deals
Watchtower’s principals pride themselves on being reasonable and flexible partners. We do not over-negotiate, we retain all personnel post-transaction, and we offer attractive career paths and compensation packages for employees. A large portion of employees at our portfolio companies have received increased compensation within the first 12 months of our ownership.Our primary objectives are to facilitate a desirable exit (full or partial) for the seller; foster an attractive career for employees; and leverage our capital, resources, and experience to drive our companies to the next level of…
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Nov 2023
acquired
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Nov 2023
acquired
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Jun 2023
acquired
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Jun 2023
acquired

BASE Equity Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 5 Total Closed Deals
BASE Equity Partners is a long-term investment firm focused on acquiring and growing lower-middle market businesses with $2M–$7M in EBITDA. We invest in essential service and industrial sectors, seeking companies with stable cash flows, strong teams, and durable customer relationships. Backed by a group of experienced operators and investors who have completed dozens of transactions, we bring deep expertise in strategy, sales, M&A integration, and operational improvement. At BASE, we take a hands-on, partnership-driven approach—working closely with management to accelerate growth,…
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Jan 2022
acquired
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Jan 2018
acquired
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Jan 2017
acquired
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Jan 2016
acquired

RTC Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
RTC Partners is a private investment firm that specializes in building middle market growth platforms. Together with management partners, we build market-leading companies through a combination of acquisitive and organic growth, while establishing highly professionalized corporate infrastructures that are capable of scaling organizations to the next level. Our strategies focus on high-growth niches of professional, business, and healthcare services industries.
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Feb 2023
acquired

Healy Capital Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Firm DescriptionHealy Capital Partners (“HCP”) is a private equity investment firm focused on partnering with closely held and family-owned companies, where we can be a value-added investor. We seek out investments in lower middle market companies in which we can establish a truly collaborative partnership with all constituents to accelerate growth. HCP partners with management teams to build sustainable value in businesses over the long-term, without the artificial constraints fundraising cycles create for more traditional private equity funds.Over the past 20 years, we have invested…
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Apr 2021
acquired
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Apr 2021
acquired
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Dec 2019
invested in

Dark Alpha Capital LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
At Dark Alpha, our investment strategy revolves around acquiring and enhancing cash-generating companies within select sectors. As a nascent entity, we prioritize industries with significant growth potential including manufacturing, business services, health care, aerospace & defense, and industrial services.Thesis-Driven Investment StrategyOur in-house industry advisors identify industries poised for disruptive growth by studying macroeconomic factors, technological advancements, and regulatory changes. The selected thesis is further substantiated by examining industry reports,…
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May 2021
acquired
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Nov 2020
acquired
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May 2020
acquired

Bridgefield Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Bridgefield provides simplified, one-stop shop capital solutions to middle market companies. Through both debt and equity capital solutions, we help entrepreneurs, business owners and management teams accomplish their goals—whether their goals are to achieve liquidity, to diversify their personal wealth, facilitate management buyouts and/or pursue growth and acquisition financing.Since 2006, we are proud to have facilitated more than 100 transactions (credit and equity) representing more than $1 billion in transaction value across industries including manufacturing, technology, consumer…
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Aug 2022
acquired
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Mar 2022
acquired
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Feb 2020
acquired

Tushar

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
TM Holdings is a private investment firm that seeks investment opportunities alongside great management teams. Our goal is to invest in companies with competitive dynamics that drive long-term value.While markets change and the universe of investment opportunities continually evolves, our investment criteria remains the same. We target equity investments in privately-held businesses that are ripe for disruption. We prefer to invest alongside management teams who want to maintain an active role, or who are open to a succession plan. While every investment requires a significant amount of…
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Dec 2022
invested in
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Nov 2021
invested in
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Jun 2021
acquired

Thoroughbred

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Thoroughbred is a Denver-based private equity sponsor providing capital and creativity to support relentlessly driven management teams. We partner with lower middle market companies, offering operational expertise, strategic insight, and valuable relationships to build enduring businesses. We leverage our experience as both operators and investors to be effective partners, knowing when to step up and when to step back, empowering management to create exceptional value.
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Aug 2022
invested in
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Sep 2020
invested in
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Aug 2020
invested in

Paradise Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Browndale Capital is the investment arm of our family office - Paradise Capital. https://www.paradisecapital.biz/ We advise business owners on how to exit their business both personally and financially-strong. In cases where the owners do not wish to run a formal "process" we will invest our own capital to help the owner with an alternative path to transitioning out of the business. With 4 platform investments, we are looking for strategic add-ons to bolster our portfolio.
Most Recent Transactions
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Jan 2024
secured investment from
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Dec 2023
was acquired by

Prisma Group

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Prisma Group is an experienced Independent Sponsor located in Raleigh, North Carolina. We work with business owners, managers and investors to create and grow Enterprise Value within small and medium-sized private companies. We accomplish this through our:· investment activities which marry ownership transition opportunities with the right set of capital to enable existing companies to reach their next level of performance,· suite of commercial business development services targeted at growing revenues in core and adjacent markets, international expansion as well as…
Most Recent Transactions
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Jun 2016
acquired
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Dec 2012
acquired

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