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The Courtney Group Incorporated

5 Closed Deals via Axial 27 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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The Courtney Group, Incorporated is a private investment firm with a focus on business services, chemical, consumer, distribution, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and technology. We have invested in 27 companies since 1999. We are different from some other buyers in that (1) we are flexible about the size of our investment -- from $1 million to $200 million in equity, and (2) that we can own a business for 20 years or more.We seek control and non-control equity investments in businesses with EBITDA of $2 million to $50 million. We often acquire businesses from founders seeking…

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• Aug 2023 Acquired Califone
• Aug 2023 Invested in M3 Technologies
• Aug 2023 Invested in Boylan Bottling Co.
• Sep 2020 Acquired PV Footwear

Teamshares

3 Closed Deals via Axial 3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Teamshares is one of America’s largest buyers of small businesses from retiring business owners. Since our inception in 2019, we've purchased over 95 transactions closed across 32 states and 40+ industries, along with committed capital to close 100 more transactions this year.

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• May 2026 Acquired Confidential Company
• Feb 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
• Dec 2024 Acquired Confidential Company

Newbury Franklin

2 Closed Deals via Axial 2 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Newbury Franklin is an acquirer and builder of businesses operating in niche markets, with loyal customers, high revenue retention, and sustainable cash generation potential. We are differentiated by our credibility as business leaders, not just investors. We leverage a proven organizational approach to drive organic and inorganic growth.We are industry agnostic but dogmatic about the business model and industry characteristics that we seek out, investing only in opportunities that satisfy our key criteria. We have deep experience both facilitating leadership transitions and partnering with…

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• May 2023 Acquired Confidential Company
• Apr 2023 Acquired Confidential Company

HB Global, LLC

1 Closed Deal via Axial 16 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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HB Global, LLC, is the organizational partner that supports 10 divisions of mechanical service companies. The Leadership team at HB Global is responsible for guiding each division in living our core values, providing employees with opportunities for professional development, and protecting shareholder value. HB Global also encourages employees to connect with their communities and empowers employees to serve as trusted advisors to build lasting client relationships. A key component of this empowerment is participation in our employee stock ownership plan (ESOP). It is this ownership status…

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• Jan 2026 Acquired Confidential Company
• Sep 2023 Acquired DB Mechanical
• Dec 2021 Acquired The Bell Company
• Oct 2020 Acquired William R Nash

Enduring Ventures

1 Closed Deal via Axial 10 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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We are looking for small and medium businesses with exceptionally big moats. The world of business is intensely competitive whether you are large or small, and we are not interested in competing on the basis of lowest price. We are looking for businesses that are the absolute best at what they do and make their customers extremely happy. This will typically be indicated by organic sales growth, little to no spending on sales & marketing, and relatively high margins.The more specific your niche, the more excited we are. The longer you have built your brand and/or reputation, the stronger base…

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• Aug 2023 Acquired EcoSafi
• Aug 2023 Acquired Upcounsel
• Aug 2023 Acquired Scribe Media
• Aug 2023 Acquired Abstract

Canopy Brands

1 Closed Deal via Axial 9 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Canopy Brands is a family of trusted brands that deliver engineered, technical products and solutions to commercial and residential markets. We seek out companies that make things that matter – and can be the best in the world at doing it. Canopy currently offers more than 7,000 products and services spanning fall protection, suspended and permanent access systems, confined space, powered lifts, waterfront infrastructure, municipal plant equipment and utility components. We help to unlock long-term potential by empowering teams, improving decision-making and ensuring the right resources are…

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• Jun 2026 Acquired Confidential Company
• Oct 2025 Acquired Dixie Metal Products
• Dec 2024 Acquired HySafe
• Dec 2024 Acquired Alba

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Empowered Ventures

1 Closed Deal via Axial 5 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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SummaryEmpowered Ventures is an employee-owned diversified holding company. We seek to acquire successful lower middle market companies led by a selling owner who cares deeply about their employees and the future for the business. All the employees join our employee ownership program as part of the transaction.About UsEmpowered Ventures buys closely held businesses with track records of success. We invest long term without any intention of selling. Employees join our ownership program, accruing value over time based on the combined performance of our operating companies.Empowered Ventures was…

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• Jan 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
• Aug 2023 Invested in TVF
• Dec 2021 Acquired Paramount Plastics
• Apr 2021 Acquired Firstar Precision Corp

Vilas Partners Holdings

1 Closed Deal via Axial 4 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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We're looking to acquire family-owned, well established businesses with $500k to $3mio of EBITDA. Our focus is to invest in profitable companies that have been in business for several years, have an established customer base, don't require significant effort or a large team to operate, and have good margins. We’re initially self funded, but with the objective to partner with investors on multiple acquitions and building a $100mio Holding company in 10 years.

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• Aug 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
• May 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
• Oct 2024 Acquired Confidential Company
• May 2024 Acquired Confidential Company

Bristlecone Companies

1 Closed Deal via Axial 2 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Bristlecone Companies partners with entrepreneurs who care deeply about their teams, customers, and legacy. We provide a permanent home for enduring businesses in niche markets and empower them to realize their full potential.

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• Jul 2024 Acquired Confidential Company
• Jan 2023 Acquired Confidential Company

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Shaker Valley Capital Partners LLC

1 Closed Deal via Axial 2 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Shaker Valley Capital Partners LLC is a Boston based investment firm focused on acquiring small middle market business. We are not a fund and no planned exit strategy. Investments are made with infinite holding periods in mind. Acquisition capital is secured. There is no capital raising risk. All deals structured with little leverage. We want all decisions made with the long-term health of the business as the only priority. We intend to take advantage of industry volatility. We prefer to buy healthy businesses and then overlay a sensible growth strategy. Each…

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• Sep 2022 Acquired Harbor Sweets
• Feb 2021 Acquired Hilliards Chocolates

Tacoma Holdings

1 Closed Deal via Axial 1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Private investment firm focused on family-built companies with durable value propositions, strong leadership, and ambition for the future. Our operating philosophy is oriented around long-term sustainability and success, not short-term scale. We invest with no near-term intention of selling and believe that through true partnership we can provide lasting impact for founders, management, and employees. We understand that People and Culture are the secrets to any business' success and so hold deeply the responsibility to continue the legacy that a founder has built.Principals have extensive…

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• Feb 2021 Acquired Confidential Company

Iluma

1 Closed Deal via Axial 1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Guided by our purpose of nurturing well-being to enhance life, motivated by our endless curiosity, and knowing we live in a world full of opportunities, we are here to make a difference. Because we believe in ideas inspired by our higher purpose, we believe in knowledge, technology, innovation, and life sciences, we believe in making meaningful connections, we believe in taking wise risks and discovering new and better ways to make things happen. We believe in the transformative power of teamwork. Because we are listeners, thinkers, and doers, we are infinitely curious, explorers and…

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• Feb 2024 Acquired Confidential Company

K.R. Abraham & Co.

15 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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We are a family office based out of Chicago and Los Angeles but with a presence across the U.S. We are interested in profitable manufacturing, distribution and industrial companies with at least $2MM of EBITDA. Historically we’ve focused on prototype, low-volume production, value-add distribution and niche manufacturing. But we’re agnostic so we’ll consider other opportunities as well. Unlike a PE firm, we buy companies to hold in our portfolio for the long term. As such, we also prefer to purchase the related real estate if the seller is interested. As a family…

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• Dec 2024 Acquired Aerospace Metals Distribution Company
• Dec 2023 Acquired Semiconductor Equipment Component Manufacturer
• Dec 2022 Acquired Manufacturer of Data Center Components
• Dec 2022 Acquired Consumer Products Brand

Tiny Capital

14 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Tiny Capital 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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• Mar 2025 Acquired Serato
• Sep 2023 Acquired Letterboxd
• Aug 2023 Acquired Pixel Union
• Aug 2023 Acquired Stamped

RAF Industries

13 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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RAF was founded in 1979, with an executive team whose average tenure is greater than 20 years with the firm. Since inception, our focus has been on partnering with strong founders and/or management teams that present a unique vision and strong values. Our small group of value-added in investors, have a permanent commitment to our enterprise. All of our equity capital is fully recyclable.We have a long-term vision and have held a number of our portfolio companies for 10+ years. Our company structure eliminates the need for short-term realization due to liquidity requirements. Our financing is…

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• Jul 2022 Acquired Ligchine International Corporation
• Dec 2021 Acquired Hayabusa Fightwear
• Dec 2021 Acquired Road Widener LLC
• Mar 2021 Acquired Priority Bicycles

Western Capital Resources, Inc

10 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Western Capital Resources (WCR) is a publicly traded holding company based in Omaha, Nebraska. WCR is focused on growing through the acquisition of established lower middle market businesses with up to $100 million in sales. WCR is industry agnostic and targets leaders in niche industries or geographies as well as opportunistic purchases of businesses that WCR can improve operationally. WCR has a particular interest in situations involving companies facing succession dilemmas, corporate divestitures and businesses in out-of-favor industries. Current holdings include companies in the…

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• Aug 2023 Acquired SWISHER
• Aug 2023 Acquired PQH WIRELESS
• Aug 2023 Acquired EXPRESSPAWN
• Aug 2023 Acquired WYOMING FINANCIAL LENDERS

Continental Grain Company

10 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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CGC is a privately‐owned global investor, owner and operator of companies with more than 200 years of history across the food and agribusiness spectrum. We create long‐term value by applying deep industry knowledge, capital and talent to businesses ranging from established market leaders to promising innovators.We focus on building platforms that leverage our strategic expertise in food production, processing, and distribution, supporting strong management teams.We bring a long‐term ownership mindset, focusing on investment and operating plans that create long‐lasting value and a…

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• Aug 2023 Invested in Bushel
• Aug 2023 Invested in prenexus health
• Aug 2023 Invested in restaurant technology
• Aug 2023 Invested in Burger King

EverPine Holdings

6 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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EverPine Holdings (formerly Rhodes Companies) is a Southeast-based investment firm focused on acquiring businesses that provide essential services. We are drawn to companies with strong reputations, stable cash flow, loyal customers, and a meaningful place in the communities they serve. Our focus is on practical, resilient businesses across the Southeast, especially in industrial, commercial, maintenance, compliance, infrastructure support, and related service categories that are easy to overlook but hard to replace.We are operator-founded, long-term in our mindset, and disciplined in how we…

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• Jul 2022 Acquired Overby School Services
• Jan 2022 Invested in Roundly X
• Jul 2020 Invested in Process Bolt
• Mar 2018 Invested in Spiffy

AH Equity Investments

4 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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AH Equity Investments is the United States holding company for AH Group, a Panama based permanent capital vehicle.AH enters each partnership with the intention of never selling. We are a holding company with no exit dates. Due to our long time horizon, the culture of a potential company is just as important as its financials.We are always looking to acquire growing, profitable, privately held companies with proven business models, records of revenue and earnings growth, and a plan to sustain that growth. We prefer to work with the current management team or promote from within and are open…

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• Oct 2025 Acquired Mondale Associates
• Mar 2024 Acquired RM Cotton
• Sep 2022 Acquired Proctor Sales Inc.
• Feb 2021 Acquired Hickory Park

KCM Holdings

4 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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KCM Holdings is a long-term investment partnership offering founders and owners a unique alternative to traditional private equity.We acquire and take a hands-on approach to growing businesses with $1M to $7M in EBITDA, primarily focusing on companies across North America.Our mandate is flexible: whether an owner-operator is looking to retire or seeking to de-risk their asset base while continuing to run the business, KCM Holdings can actively participate in either scenario. We focus on majority investments, ranging from 51% to 100% while preserving the owner's legacy over a long-term…

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• Sep 2024 Invested in TrueFoam Limited
• Apr 2023 Invested in Sabrepak Ltd.
• Feb 2023 Invested in Confidential Company
• Jul 2022 Invested in Progressive Countertop