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Grand Valley Holdings, LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 12 Total Closed Deals
Grand Valley Holdings is a Cincinnati-based acquirer of privately-held, family owned businesses in the Ohio Valley. The Principals of Grand Valley Holdings bring over 30 years of experience acquiring, developing, and operating private businesses.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired

Snowdon Partners GP Inc. Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 11 Total Closed Deals
Snowdon Partners is a private equity firm focused on control investing and building value in lower middle market businesses with $3 million to $15 million in EBITDA across North America.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jun 2024
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired

Surge Private Equity Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 11 Total Closed Deals
Founded in 2017, Surge is a Dallas-based private equity firm. Surge generally focuses on businesses in the business services, healthcare, online businesses, and specialty goods industries. Primary characteristics sought are companies with high recurring revenue and predictable cash flows with EBITDA of at least $3.5MM. Surge takes a majority equity position in its investments and prefers to target acquisitions where the seller will remain on board in an ongoing capacity with a minority interest.
Most Recent Transactions
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Sep 2023
acquired
Investor
Mar 2023
acquired
Investor
Sep 2021
acquired
Investor
Jul 2021
acquired

Rising Point Capital Management, LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 10 Total Closed Deals
We are a Chicago-based private investment firm that provides partnership and capital to transform and grow your business. We primarily invest in business and consumer services companies in the lower middle market.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jan 2025
acquired
Investor
Nov 2024
acquired
Investor
Oct 2024
acquired
Investor
Aug 2024
acquired

Geneva Management Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 10 Total Closed Deals
We look to acquire control of successful, niche-leading companies and taking them to the next level. This is accomplished by partnering with management teams to instill best practices, refine operational efficiencies, support organic growth initiatives, and complete add-on acquisitions. We will create value for all stakeholders by instilling tried and true management principles, tireless work ethic, and integrity in all that we do and say.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired

Bounds Equity Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 10 Total Closed Deals
Bounds Equity Partners is a private equity investment firm that invests in well-managed, entrepreneurial businesses with EBITDA in excess of $1 million. The principals of BEP have partnered with entrepreneurs to take their businesses to the next level since 1989. We invest in good businesses and help management build larger, more successful companies. Nearly all of our investment transactions have been with private company entrepreneurs seeking liquidity, who almost always have reinvested with us to share in the future value creation. We are an experienced private equity group; we have…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired

Provident Realty Advisors, Inc. Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 10 Total Closed Deals
Since 1991 Provident Realty Advisors and The Backes Family Office has invested in and developed over $5 Billion of real estate projects. We are disciplined and focused on executing deals that offer the best risk adjusted returns for PRA and our investor partners. While our original business has been commercial real estate development we have used our capital and investment discipline to successfully invest in multiple operating companies.Currently, we own two general contracting companies specializing in different areas of multifamily as well as a specialty lighting distributor. Additionally,…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2022
acquired
Investor
Oct 2021
acquired

New Heights Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 9 Total Closed Deals
New Heights Capital is a NYC-based private equity investment firm focused exclusively on buyouts and recapitalizations of profitable, lower middle market companies. Our firm is comprised of entrepreneurs, executives, and investors whose careers have been dedicated to working with privately-held businesses across a wide range of industries in the lower middle market. The mission of New Heights Capital is to build value by investing in people dedicated to growing exceptional niche companies. The foundation is a partnership with business owners, management teams, and entrepreneurs. We approach…
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Aug 2023
invested in

Queens Court Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 9 Total Closed Deals
Queens Court is a private investment firm with a track record of success in building championship-winning companies across multiple proprietary platforms.Queens Court is an “operator-first” investment firm, and we have built companies and organizations at the founder level with entrepreneurial DNA in our heritage.The Queens Court team specializes in providing creative capital solutions to complex special situations. We specialize in time-of-essence transactions where speed and certainty of close are paramount.We provide capital, financial expertise, and deep operating experience to…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Mar 2023
acquired
Investor
Sep 2022
acquired
Investor
Dec 2021
invested in
Investor
Apr 2020
acquired

Credo Private Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 9 Total Closed Deals
Credo Private Capital was formed to provide small business owners and management teams access to an investment partner that does not have the constraints associated with traditional private equity. For example, there are no pre-determined investment timelines when working with Credo; we think the best opportunities are situations where companies are operated based on what is best for the business and its customers.We are not business operators. We seek opportunities in lower-middle market companies where we can complement management’s existing skillset with our ability to identify and…
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Aug 2023
invested in

Lapa Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 8 Total Closed Deals
Lapa Capital is an investment adviser headquartered in New York. We provide an alternative approach to wealth creation for our partners, investing at the two ends of the risk spectrum: acquiring stakes in growing companies and originating/managing credit collateralized by real assets. We look for established solutions (i.e. tested and deployed) and businesses facing an inflexion point on its growth trajectory. ‍ We leverage our relationships globally to help our partners expand their network globally. ‍ We focused mainly on companies operating at or near financial profitability
Most Recent Transactions
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Jan 2024
invested in
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Sep 2023
invested in
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Sep 2022
invested in
Investor
Jul 2022
invested in

Woodlawn Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 7 Total Closed Deals
Woodlawn Partners is a Chicago-based private equity firm that is focused on people, not transactions. Our primary responsibility is to provide stability for employees and customers. Rather than simply replacing a business owner with a new manager, we first become directly involved with a business to educate ourselves and to earn the trust of its people. We then work collaboratively to build a team that can drive self-sustaining growth. We help a business owner to tailor a succession strategy around their personal and financial needs. We take a hands-on approach to shepherding a business…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jul 2022
acquired
Investor
Jan 2021
acquired
Investor
May 2018
acquired
Investor
Jun 2017
acquired

Brooklyn Equity Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 7 Total Closed Deals
Brooklyn Equity is a private equity investment firm providing capital and management assistance exclusively to established $3-$50 million revenue small businesses. We partner with experienced management teams to provide liquidity for owners and capital for growth, and we take an active advisory role in strategy, recruiting, financing, and corporate development to help build more valuable businesses.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Aug 2023
invested in
Investor
Aug 2023
invested in
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Aug 2023
invested in
Investor
Dec 2014
invested in

Chrysalis Growth Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 7 Total Closed Deals
Chrysalis Growth Partners is a private investment firm focused on the lower and middle market, primarily focusing on business services and industrials. We have a flexible investment mandate and hold periods - given we partner with two Pacific Northwest family offices who have indefinite (multi-generational) investment horizons. For illustrative purposes, sectors of interest include: waste collection and hauling, uniform rental + linen supply + commercial laundry, facility services (janitorial, pest control, route-based, etc), telecommunications, financial services (CPA, tax, accounting,…
Most Recent Transactions
Advisor
Jan 2025
was acquired by
Investor
Jun 2024
acquired
Investor
Mar 2023
acquired
Advisor
Jun 2022
was acquired by

WJ Partners, LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
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.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
May 2022
acquired
Investor
Mar 2019
acquired
Investor
Mar 2018
acquired
Investor
Aug 2013
acquired

Northwood Ventures Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Northwood Ventures has been a leading venture capital and private equity investor for more than three decades. Our long-term investment horizon, entrepreneurial orientation, and collaborative approach make us an attractive partner for skillful founders, shareholders and management teams.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Dec 2011
acquired
Investor
Jun 2010
acquired
Investor
Dec 2009
acquired
Investor
Oct 2009
acquired

Westerly Group Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Westerly Group is a family office backed investment platform seeking to invest in durable founder-owned businesses providing critical consumer or business services.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Oct 2024
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired

Sheridan Hill Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Sheridan Hill Partners is an Illinois-based investment and operating firm that partners with established businesses in helping them achieve their next level of growth.We are operational leaders experienced in growing businesses who invest our own personal capital directly, as well as capital from a small network of investors.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Apr 2022
acquired
Investor
Jul 2021
acquired
Investor
Jun 2021
invested in
Investor
Aug 2019
acquired

Civitas Growth Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Civitas Growth Partners was founded on a core principle: unlocking potential - together. Civitas is the Latin word for “community”, and that is just what we are seeking to build. We view our involvement as a partnership, taking an active but respectful role in your business's journey.  Our ModelPartner with founder-led businesses with recurring revenue models to scale from $1M-$5M in ARR to $10M+ Flexible investment approach – open to minority or control positions based on the unique needs of the business Provide capital to fund growth initiatives (i.e. sales,…
Most Recent Transactions
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Dec 2024
invested in
Investor
Jan 2022
invested in
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Dec 2021
invested in
Investor
Mar 2018
invested in

Crux Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Independent Sponsor
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Crux Capital is the ideal partner for owners seeking liquidity, generational transition, capital for growth or recapitalization. The firm is committed to preserving the legacy of the companies we invest in, recognizing that people and culture are the key determinants of long-term success. In addition to providing capital, we leverage the expertise of our team and limited partner investors to support management teams in reaching their growth objectives. While we do not participate in the day-to-day management of our companies, we do serve as active advisers and provide additional…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Apr 2025
acquired
Investor
Dec 2023
acquired
Investor
Jan 2023
invested in
Investor
Mar 2022
acquired

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