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Transportation Independent Sponsors

1,035

Active Firms

27,098

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$15M

Core Revenue Range

$600K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range


Florida 13%
Texas 12%
California 11%
New York 7%
New Jersey 4%

Focus: Control Investments | Capital Source: Deal-By-Deal Financing | Operating Approach: Scale & Exit

Showing 241-260 of 1,035 Independent Sponsors

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Flight Equity

Actively Sourcing Deals
We are a well-capitalized partnership focused on acquiring high quality business services and core infrastructure assets. We both hold MBAs from Columbia Business School and possess over 20 years of combined experience in roles that have ranged from institutional private equity investing to public company leadership. Our goal is to seek investment opportunities that allow for both organic growth and value creation through follow-on acquisitions. As an investment group, we aim to evaluate opportunities with first principles thinking and do not dismiss assets due to the presence of an…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Turner Mountain Holding Co. is a privately held acquisition vehicle focused on acquiring and operating commercial and institutional service businesses in Central Virginia. We buy to move to active management and hold for the long term — not a fund cycle. Our principals have backgrounds in institutional finance and technology. We're looking for businesses with durable economics where an engaged owner-operator has built something real and where the right successor can run it better. We are well-capitalized for the right deal and patient.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Ikoyenia Growth Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals
Ikoyenia is a search fund established to identify and acquire scalable cashflowing commercial services businesses in the distributed energy, electrical, water/wastewater, and logistic/distribution sectors.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Founded in 2018, Integrity Growth Partners is a growth private equity firm focused on investing in high-growth software and tech-enabled services businesses led by exceptional management teams. As of September 2023, Integrity Growth Partners has over $550 million in assets under management across its fund and investment vehicles.We believe that the foundation for exceptional growth in any company starts with its team. We bring complementary strategic, operational, and financial resources to our portfolio companies.We partner with exceptional management teams to accelerate growth. We invest…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Helium Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
Helium Capital is a buyout independent sponsor in Houston, Tx. We invest across industries in MRO Facilities & Industrial Field Services Companies with varying degrees of institutional infrastructure in place. The Helium team brings an average of 20 years per Managing Partner across disciplines of Finance, Operations, Talent, and Capital Raising.  The team collectively have invested $400M+ across Venture, PE, and Real Estate encompassing 60+ operating companies. Helium Capital strives to create value through implementing, optimizing, and scaling the institutional infrastructure…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

SH Holdings Group

Actively Sourcing Deals
SH Holdings is a diversified holding company with a dedicated focus on advising, buying, and building beautiful businesses. We care about special products, extraordinary customer service, and providing our businesses with the needs it deserves.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

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The Livingston Group, LLC is a prominent real estate development company based in Los Angeles, California, specializing in industrial and data center projects. Under the leadership of Evan since 2021, the company has expanded its platform to include a growing industrial and data center development division, positioning itself at the forefront of the digital infrastructure space. The firm offers strategic consulting and procurement services for data center developers, operators, and investors across the United States. With a focus on large-scale infrastructure projects, The Livingston Group…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

First Quarter Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
First Quarter Capital is an entrepreneurial, private investment firm dedicated to identifying, acquiring, and operating profitable, enduring businesses. We focus on manufacturing and service companies in Western Canada, with a strong emphasis on the Energy industry. Our mission is to deliver a rewarding and reliable succession opportunity for owner-operators—one that respects their legacy and the years of dedication, care, and craftsmanship invested in building an exceptional business.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

TLM Capital Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals
TLM Capital Partners is a private equity firm specializing in control or influential minority positions within lower-middle-market companies. Their investment strategy emphasizes innovation and market leadership, seeking special situations to maximize investment opportunities. The firm is led by operators with expertise in finance, product development, and corporate strategy, aiming to drive growth and value in their portfolio companies.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Albert Pan

Actively Sourcing Deals
I lead a permanent-capital holding company that acquires and builds profitable, owner-operated businesses in fragmented industrial and essential-services sectors. I have roughly a decade in institutional private equity and M&A advisory, with a track record of six platform acquisitions and multiple add-ons. We bring institutional-grade diligence, structuring, and speed to a part of the market where owners rarely see it, and we hold what we buy indefinitely rather than on a fund timeline.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Table Rock Group, LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
Table Rock Group, LLC 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. 

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Notch Capital, LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
Founded in a picturesque region of Connecticut near an area known as “the Notch,” our firm is surrounded by quintessential small New England towns, larger metropolitan regions and hundreds of thousands of households that rely upon the critical fuels and in-home services offered by privately owned heating and cooling companies. At Notch Capital, we fully grasp the importance of these companies in the fuel source ecosystem, and we are built to support a practical approach to navigating the energy transition. We recognize that this scene is repeated in many regions and therefore we seek to…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

1860464 Alberta Ltd

Actively Sourcing Deals
Investment and/or business acquisition in Western Canada. Interested in distribution, logistics, warehousing, niche product and/or services supporting major growth industries in Alberta. Experienced with scaling businesses and increasing profitability.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

HTR Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
HTR Capital is a private investment firm focused on building businesses in the lower middle market. HTR primarily focuses on control investments. We believe that superior returns can be achieved through investing in businesses that have an asymmetric risk profile alongside high-quality management teams.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

V Echelon Capital LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
V-Echelon seeks to acquire and run small services, fintech, or data companies. Rapid growth, financial distress, changes in control, and evolving markets can obscure value and create operational challenges. As operators, we specialize in navigating through times of change and disruption. Each investment we make is a bet on the company, the context, and our own involvement.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

L39 Equity

Actively Sourcing Deals
L39 Equity is a family office backed sponsor founded by an investment professional with experience in investment banking as well as principal investing. The firm is focused on lower middle market investments in select geographical areas across the United States.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

FND Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals
FND Partners is a long-term oriented investor acquiring cash-flowing, noncyclical critical service businesses and selectively backing high-growth platforms. Led by an operator with deep industrial and energy experience, we pair hands-on operational expertise with seasoned lower-middle-market M&A advisors. We offer flexible deal structures, thoughtful diligence, and a reputation for speed, certainty, and alignment with founders seeking liquidity or partnership.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Southeastern Capital Partners is a fund-less sponsor focused on acquiring and operating established businesses in the lower middle market, with a specific focus on opportunities with under $1.5MM in EBITDA. Geographic focus is Dallas and Denver metroplexes. The operator is committed to the success of each acquisition and will fund most of the equity. This hands-on approach allows deep investment in the operational improvement and long-term growth of the acquired businesses.This strategy offers a unique combination for sellers. It allows a smooth transition while ensuring a dedicated partner…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Tico Capital Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals
Tico Capital Partners is a private equity firm based in Atlanta, Georgia that partners with lower middle-market companies throughout the U.S. We offer flexible capital solutions and work with businesses across a variety of sectors, including automotive, specialty manufacturing, value-added distribution, software, and business services. The team at Tico Capital has a wealth of experience, having completed or advised on over 200 transactions and deployed over $250 million of capital across previous investments. With a hands-on approach and a strong network of industry experts, we help our…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Sundara Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals
Sundara Partners is a private investment firm that focuses on special situations and distress. We acquire going concern businesses with $10-100 million in revenue, either via direct acquisition or the purchase of troubled credits. We tactfully improve the profitability, competitiveness, and strategic vision of our portfolio companies, rather than relying solely on financial leverage.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.


Frequently Asked Questions

How are Independent Sponsors in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Transportation Independent Sponsors 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.

What information is included in each Independent Sponsor profile?

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.

What company sizes are most common for Transportation Independent Sponsors?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Transportation Independent Sponsors is $3M-$15M, with a core EBITDA range of $600K-$3M. 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.

How important is Transportation experience when evaluating Independent Sponsors?

Relevant Transportation experience can be an important consideration when evaluating a firm. Familiarity with the sector can provide a stronger understanding of its business models, market dynamics, valuation considerations, and transaction environment. The 1,035 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Transportation.

Do all Independent Sponsors in this directory focus exclusively on Transportation?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Transportation Independent Sponsors directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Transportation, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

How do I compare Independent Sponsors with experience in Transportation?

When comparing Independent Sponsors with experience in Transportation, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 1,035 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Transportation Independent Sponsors?

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 Transportation Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.


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