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Pearl Street Capital Partners

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

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Pearl Street Capital Partners ("PSCP") invests in outstanding family-owned and privately held businesses that have a track record of success in their markets. PSCP has committed capital from two family offices and a mandate to invest in attractive opportunities in the lower middle market. PSCP partners with founders/owners and management teams to deliver value and preserve business continuity while bringing strategic resources and capabilities to help businesses grow. Our aim is to build stronger businesses positioned for long-term success. PSCP typically targets businesses with $1-7m of…

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• Aug 2024 Acquired Confidential Company
• Dec 2023 Acquired Confidential Company
• Sep 2019 Invested in Undisclosed - Private Industrial Manufacturing Company
• Apr 2019 Invested in Undisclosed - Private Footwear Accessories Business

Broadwing Capital

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

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Broadwing is a Dallas-based private equity firm that actively partners with management teams to build industrial, services and niche manufacturing companies while investing in their people and communities.

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• Oct 2024 Acquired Confidential Company
• Sep 2024 Acquired Confidential Company
• Nov 2023 Acquired Confidential Company

Amalgam Capital, LLC

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

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Amalgam Capital, LLC is a private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. We are a team of seasoned operators who plan to work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.We acquire and sustainably grow underrated businesses as independent sponsors.Our multidisciplinary team of investors, entrepreneurs, and operators, has created substantial value for others.Our Investment SweetspotRevenue GeneratingWe invest in business generating between $20M to $100M in revenue annuallyHistory of ProfitabilityBusinesses…

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• Oct 2024 Acquired Core Mechanical Inc
• Sep 2021 Acquired State Mechanical Services
• Aug 2021 Acquired Hampton Roads Mechanical of Virginia

CMG Companies

3 Closed Deals via Axial 6 Total Closed Deals

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ABOUT CMG COMPANIES:CMG Companies is a collection of separate and independent entities, holding controlling investments predominantly in the multi-unit and franchise sector, spanning restaurants, hotels, retail, sports, automotive, and real estate industries.We have partnered with or are currently associated with several renowned brands, including KFC, Taco Bell, Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Sonic, Little Caesars, Rent-A-Center, Ace Hardware, and Valvoline, among others.From an investment standpoint, CMG Companies is unique. We have not only owned and operated our businesses but have also invested…

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• Nov 2022 Acquired Confidential Company
• Nov 2022 Acquired Confidential Company
• Oct 2022 Acquired Confidential Company
• Jun 2010 Acquired CM7 Real Estate

Hillstar Capital

2 Closed Deals via Axial 28 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Hillstar Capital is focused on partnering with business owners and management teams to build durable business value over time. We also provide capital to companies with owners who desire liquidity or asset diversification, including full ownership transition. We tailor our investments to meet the specific needs of business owners and can offer flexible and creative solutions for various liquidity alternatives. We realize that growing small businesses requires focused efforts, expertise and nurturing. Upon transaction closing, we are intensely focused on supporting our portfolio companies with…

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• May 2018 Invested in Patriot Erectors LLC.
• Sep 2017 Invested in Jerry's Services
• Aug 2017 Acquired OneCor Services
• Sep 2016 Acquired RBD Construction

Columbia River Partners LLC

2 Closed Deals via Axial 15 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Columbia River Partners (CRP) is a private investment firm integrating private equity, technology and special situations. CRP seeks to partner with management teams to invest in businesses going through transition or expansion with patient long-term capital. We focus on situations where we can bring technology and our network to drive change. We are not afraid of complexity. We are not afraid of introducing technology to traditional business sectors. We are passionate about investing in people. Learn more about why we may be the right partner for you and your company.

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• Jun 2025 Acquired Vault CPS
• Mar 2025 Acquired 3R Technology
• Dec 2023 Acquired Viking Resources
• Nov 2023 Acquired Confidential Company

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Thornblade Capital

2 Closed Deals via Axial 12 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Thornblade Capital is a private equity investment and advisory firm passionate about small business—specifically those with sales revenues of $3 to $50 million. Our motto is short-term investments and advisory for a long-term return. And with a team that has managed over $3 billion in private equity transactions, we have a strong track record of helping companies reach their potential.

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• Aug 2023 Invested in Heartstrings
• Aug 2023 Invested in Stripe
• Aug 2023 Invested in Firstview Financial
• Aug 2023 Invested in Avondale

Kuzari Group LLC

2 Closed Deals via Axial 9 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Kuzari Group is a private investment firm managing a portfolio of equity and debt investments on behalf of its partners and investors. Please contact us if you represent a potential investment opportunity or would like to discuss becoming a capital, strategic or operating partner. We primarily sponsor acquisitions of Companies with enterprise values from $5 million to $50 million and EBITDA of $1 million to $10 million.

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• Apr 2016 Acquired Sun Air Express
• Oct 2014 Invested in Spruce and Bond
• Jan 2014 Provided debt financing to Blackbook Magazine
• Sep 2013 Acquired New York Tent Company

Rox Capital

2 Closed Deals via Axial 7 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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We invest in and acquire Lower Middle Market businesses. We seek established, profitable companies, with cash-flow between $1.5mm and $3.0mm annually. Our structures include majority equity and complete acquisitions.

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• Jul 2023 Acquired Neil Technical Services (NTS) Corp
• Jul 2022 Acquired Alpha General
• Sep 2021 Acquired Scruggs Company
• May 2021 Advised CarX (4 Locations) in its sale to Greenbriar Equity Group

Thesis Capital Partners LLC

2 Closed Deals via Axial 7 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Thesis Capital Partners is a private investment firm that works with family-owned companies in the U.S. lower middle market to build lasting value. We look for strong businesses with room to grow, whether that’s through organic growth or by making acquisitions.We are operators who learned how to invest, teaching us what it takes to run and grow a business. We partner with exceptional entrepreneurs— founders, families, and management teams —in a hands-on way to grow these companies for the next generation. Along the way, we provide the capital and support needed to help them reach their…

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• Aug 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
• Dec 2024 Advised Thesis Capital Partners LLC on an investment from Confidential Company
• Dec 2024 Acquired Confidential Company
• Aug 2024 Acquired Manufacturing Company

Pillar49 Capital

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

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Pillar49 Capital provides liquidity, succession solutions and growth capital to owners of small and medium-sized businesses, while preserving and building on the factors that made them great – culture and people.We partner with North American businesses with $1 to $10 million+ of EBITDA / cash flow, with a long growth runway and attractive industry characteristics.At Pillar49, we take a different approach than most investors by “rolling up our sleeves” as active managers, providing our partners with the operational and financial resources to support and drive long-term growth. With over…

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• May 2024 Acquired Confidential Company
• May 2023 Acquired Confidential Company
• May 2022 Acquired Confidential Company

Obsidian Point Partners

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

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Obsidian Point Partners LLC is a New York City-based private investment firm focused on the lower middle market with a bias for North American-based, cash flow generative businesses.

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• Nov 2018 Acquired Manufacturing Company
• Oct 2018 Acquired Unity Graphics & Engraving

Auricle Capital Partners

1 Closed Deal via Axial 12 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Auricle Capital Partners, LLC was founded to invest in high quality US-based family and founder-owned businesses. Our principals have over 35 years of experience as investors in, advisors to, and operators of middle market businesses. We pursue investments in a wide range of industries, with particular expertise in medical products and manufacturing.

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• Apr 2024 Acquired Elastic Therapy, LLC
• Jun 2021 Acquired Banister Medical Holdings, Inc.
• Jan 2019 Acquired Engineered Medical Systems, LLC
• Jun 2013 Acquired Air Drill Hammers & Bits Pty Ltd

GraceCap Investors

1 Closed Deal via Axial 11 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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GraceCap acquires and invests in small family or proprietor owned businesses. These businesses usually have no more than $10 million of EBITDA. While we do not have industry preferences, we do typically favor businesses with the following characteristics:Favorable industry dynamicsScaleabilityExploitable operating leverageNon-cyclicalA consumable product or serviceGrowth potentialIn the past, the principals of GraceCap have invested in the following industries/sectors:DistributionBuilding ProductsCapital EquipmentPromotional ProductsHealthcare Equipment & ServicesBusiness ServicesEnergy…

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• Aug 2023 Acquired Anonymous Company
• Aug 2023 Acquired Anonymous Company
• Aug 2023 Acquired Anonymous Company
• Aug 2023 Acquired Anonymous Company

WJ Partners, LLC

1 Closed Deal via Axial 6 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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WJ Partners is a private investment firm dedicated to growing companies and creating long-term value. Since we only invest our own capital and not other people’s money, WJ Partners approaches each opportunity as a long-term collaboration with no mandated timeline to exit our investments. As active investors in our portfolio companies, we seek to strengthen current management by providing critical financial, strategic, and operational expertise, resources delivered with respect and reliability.

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• May 2022 Acquired MIROC
• Mar 2019 Acquired Power-Utility Products Co.
• Mar 2018 Acquired Eggs Up Grill
• Aug 2013 Acquired Mobile Communications America

Hayden Creek Capital

1 Closed Deal via Axial 6 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Hayden Creek Capital ("HCC") is a principal investment firm that focuses on investment opportunities in lower-middle market private companies. Our Principals have deep expertise in making growth equity and buyout investments principally in the Consumer Food and Beverage, Business Services and Distribution industries.HCC is not a typical private equity firm—we are not a fund. We take a flexible and creative approach to capital structures, having an extensive network of debt capital and institutional and family office equity capital providers.Our investing philosophy is grounded in…

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• Aug 2026 Acquired Confidential Company
• Jan 2025 Acquired Anthony's Ladies Apparel
• Jan 2024 Acquired Bin To Bottle
• Oct 2021 Acquired Texas Emergency Care Center

North Park Group LLC

1 Closed Deal via Axial 6 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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About UsNorth Park Group is a team of business leaders focused on acquiring and operating US-based manufacturing and distribution businesses. We are business operators who love to work in small to mid-size businesses. We grew up in manufacturing businesses and feel more comfortable on the shop floor than in the board room.Meet the TeamRyan Sullivan (Managing Director) is a proven CEO with extensive experience in diverse industries, a record of increasing profitability, market share & developing strong management teams. While at CMC, led the turnaround from neutral earnings to double-digit…

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• Jan 2025 Acquired Arcadia GlassHouse
• Sep 2024 Acquired Spill-Stop
• Apr 2024 Acquired The Neverleak Company, L.P.
• Mar 2024 Acquired Dickey Manufacturing

Newport Harbor Group LLC

1 Closed Deal via Axial 6 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Newport Harbor Group (“NHG”) is a private investment firm focused on acquiring small to medium-sized businesses where the owner is looking to transition out of their current role. Our goal is to build upon the strong foundation in-place and supplement it with further investment to grow the business while preserving the company’s legacy.

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• Dec 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
• Aug 2024 Acquired Add-on Acquisition
• May 2023 Acquired Confidential Company
• Apr 2023 Acquired Add-on Acquisition

Stuart Acquisitions, LLC

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

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Stuart Industries is an Independent Sponsor specializing in management buyout, turn-arounds and recapitalization investments. Stuart Industries prefers to invest in well established, family owned companies located in eastern United States, with a special focus on asset-light service businesses. We target companies that have revenues between $5MM - $50MM and EBITDA between $1MM - $5MM. We seek to create value through capital investment, strategic insight, and operational support to help companies enhance profitability and capture market share.

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• Jul 2025 Acquired Clear Blue Pools
• Jul 2025 Acquired VIP Pools
• May 2025 Acquired EcoSource-style
• Mar 2025 Acquired Nick's Gulf Coast Pool Cleaning

Del Monte Capital

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

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Founded in 2023, Del Monte Capital is a Texas-based private equity firm focused on lower middle-market companies. The firm specializes in providing capital and strategic resources to support growth, recapitalizations, management buyouts, and company successions. With a focus on life safety, essential business services, building products, specialty construction, industrial services, and other infrastructure-related industries, Del Monte Capital targets mission-critical, recession-resistant service businesses. Named by Inc. Magazine as a "Founder Friendly Investor" and recognized by ACG Houston…

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• Mar 2026 Acquired DLG Infrastructure Services
• Jan 2025 Acquired Cornerstone Excavating & Cornerstone On-Site Concrete
• May 2024 Acquired Stratos Elevator
• Apr 2024 Acquired Integrity Elevator Solutions