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Transportation Independent Sponsors

1,051

Active Firms

27,765

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

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Baden Capital LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
Baden Capital is a private investment firm focused on control investing in profitable, timeless businesses. We focus on services oriented business but also invest in niche manufacturing and consumer. Our principals combine public and private institutional investing experience with gritty, hands-on operations experience within small businesses. We are based in California and prefer to partner with businesses near us where we can get engaged and help out actively. Historically, we have raised capital from SBICs and other mezzanine-focused firms who back independent sponsors. We have an…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Alcide

Actively Sourcing Deals
I manage several hypermarkets in France and have recently acquired a company specializing in food import and export in Canada. I am now looking to expand my activities into US I bring deep operational expertise in food / retail, distribution, and cross-border expansion, with a clear focus on acquiring and scaling profitable businesses in North America.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Pine Forest Capital, LLC ("Pine Forest") focuses on creating value for its investors through strategic acquisitions by utilizing a customized, creative investment approach designed to generate attractive risk adjusted returns. With its Principals having over 60 years of combined experience spanning over $5 billion, Pine Forest’s team has deep & diverse experience across multiple industries. Direct investments are made through various verticals designed to optimize returns along the risk spectrum. 

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Mill Street Holdings

Actively Sourcing Deals
Independent sponsor looking for LMM deals. Primary industry focuses are industrials and business services. Prior experience includes investing and operating businesses across these sectors. Currently looking to source and close my first acquisition.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Pennington Creek Capital, LLC (“Pennington Creek”) is a private capital investment firm focused on both control acquisitions of lower middle market companies and non-control, structured equity investments. Pennington Creek’s capital provider is the Chickasaw Nation, a proud and accomplished Native American nation based in Ada, Oklahoma with over 80,000 citizens and tribal lands in south-central Oklahoma. We strive to be a compelling alternative to institutional private equity firms by: Maintaining a long hold-period for the businesses we…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

JK Ventures, LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
Looking for good cashflow business with atleast $500K+ to $2M in EBIDTA, Well established, Mgm team in place and/or Key ppl can step upScalable BusinessWith some possible Real estate in placeOpen for ideas - SEO, Multi unit Franchise, IT Consulting/Development, Healthcare, Multi unit apartments, Hospitality, Chidcare etc.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

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Kilroy Partners, LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
Kilroy Partners is a private equity firm that specializes in investments within the lower middle market, particularly focusing on entrepreneurial and family-owned businesses. The firm is committed to providing equity capital to companies across various industries, including manufacturing, value added distribution and aerospace and defense. Kilroy leverages its industry expertise and network of operating partners to support and grow its portfolio companies.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Via Rising Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
Via Rising Capital acquires and builds enduring, founder-led businesses across the Northeast.We target $2-10M in EBITDA, $8-100M in Enterprise Value, across manufacturing, distribution, and business services - excluding cannabis, pre-revenue, and resource-based companies. Led by a founder with CPA, CMA and MBA (Chicago Booth) credentials, and co-sponsored by an experienced investor with seven acquisitions and more than a decade of experiences across $5-300M transactions.We move efficiently, close reliably, and prioritize continuity for employees and management teams post-transaction. For the…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Barracuda Capital Partners is a private investment office dedicated to acquiring and expanding profitable companies in essential services and enterprise software sectors. With a strategic focus on growth-oriented businesses, Barracuda Capital Partners seeks to enhance the value of its investments by leveraging its expertise in these industries. The firm is committed to fostering the development of its portfolio companies, ensuring they achieve their full potential in the market.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Morganwood Ventures LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
Morganwood Ventures LLC is a privately-held acquisition vehicle focused on acquiring established, cash-flowing small businesses in the $500 - $1M revenue range across [target industries — e.g., service businesses, essential retail, light manufacturing]. We are actively deploying capital to acquire one to two businesses in the near term, with a preference for owner-operator or semi-absentee operations with a demonstrated history of profitability.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Sagehaven Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals
Sagehaven Partners is a small team of operators based in Austin, Texas. We buy one people-driven service business at a time in Central Texas, and we hold it for good. We prioritize businesses adjacent to commercial real estate, including property maintenance and management, mechanical and electrical trades, environmental and waste services, and site and utility infrastructure services.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

LTGrowthPartners

Actively Sourcing Deals
LT Growth Partners is a sector-agnostic acquirer focused on profitable small and mid-sized businesses. We partner with owners seeking a trusted transition that protects their employees, customers, and legacy. Rather than screening on industry, we look for durable businesses with stable cash flow, a loyal customer base, and a clear opportunity to grow under committed ownership — typically [revenue $1-5M / EBITDA $0.2-$1M], based in Texas. Our team brings 10+ years of operating and M&A experience, which lets us evaluate opportunities quickly and close with certainty. We respond…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

EVK Asset Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals
A Southern California-based acquisition and investment group pursuing cash-flowing service businesses in the lower middle market. We operate as an investment partnership and syndication group with active relationships among high-net-worth individuals and family offices in Southern California.Our capital structure combines SBA 7(a) senior financing with equity co-investment from our HNW and family office network, allowing us to move efficiently and close with certainty on well-documented opportunities in the $1.5M–$4M range.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Gateway Legacy Holdings LLC is led by Devon Whittier, who spent over a decade managing multi-billion-dollar procurement portfolios across e-commerce, chemicals, automotive, and robotics industries, including at Amazon and Ecolab. That experience shaped a conviction that small, well-run industrial businesses are one of the most durable platforms for long-term compounding — and that they deserve to be owned by operators who take stewardship seriously.We acquire and operate established industrial distribution, light manufacturing, and facility-services businesses that serve essential…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

About BuyerNorth Country Holdings is a team of experienced investment professionals with a combined 25 years of investing experience across public and private equities.  We have experience in direct investments helping companies achieve their full potential through organic and inorganic growth.  In addition to the main principals, we have a team of seasoned operating partners with CEO experience that we utilize to help our companies grow.Acquisition ExperienceWe have a current company in our portfolio and extensive experience from prior roles at other firms with a particular…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Mossbridge Capital

Actively Sourcing Deals
Mossbridge Capital Partners strategically invests in a wide variety of alternative investments. From direct acquisitions, strategic partnerships and growth capital for operating companies, to financing third party needs and creative debt structures, Mossbridge Capital’s specialized expertise and opportunistic approach combined with their ability to source opportunities through an extensive network of industry professionals provide it with unrivaled opportunity within the Southeast.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Castor Key is a long-duration holding company backed by committed capital and focused on acquiring and building infrastructure & industrial services businesses.The firm primarily targets control investments in the infrastructure & industrial services space with the following criteria: 3+ years of demonstrated profitability, long-standing customer relationships, and fragmented market.Castor Key is led by Greg Caso, who has a decade of experience in private equity investing at Carlyle and M&A advisory at Bank of America, and Andrew Aicher, who is an experienced COO, CFO, and…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

SMSC Companies

Actively Sourcing Deals
SMSC is a family of companies driven by a shared set of principles, values and business philosophies.Over the last ten years, our founders have provided strategic direction, operational support and long-term capital to businesses across various industries. Our aim is to identify unique opportunities and to create flexible partnership arrangements that support mutual growth and success. We leverage a global network of businesses, professionals, advisors and investors, cultivated through years of working together. We exclusively engage those who share our values of strategic foresight, civic…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Rockbrook Ventures

Actively Sourcing Deals
Rockbrook Ventures serves as a fundless sponsor, founded by Stephen Friedberg. Stephen has over a decade of experience in principal investing, growth strategy, and operations on behalf of private equity and venture capital firms, Google, and growth-stage businesses. Stephen has a breadth of industry experience including Aerospace & Defense, Industrials, and B2B SaaS.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Sierra Permanent, LLC

Actively Sourcing Deals
Sierra Permanent is a Northern California-based investment firm that partners with founders and families building the mission-critical businesses that local economies depend on. Rooted in the communities we serve, we deliver flexible, patient capital – structured around the founder’s goals, while bringing deep local relationships, transaction experience, and operational commitment that help these essential businesses reach their full potential and thrive for generations.

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 1,051 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 1,051 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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