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MW Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

We’re two entrepreneurs with one mission: to continue what you’ve built. MW Partners exists to preserve legacy, protect people, and grow with integrity. Backed by seasoned operators and investors, we’ve completed 30+ M&A deals since 2017 and are driven by Midwest grit, humility, and heart.

Magnificent Legacy Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Magnificent Legacy Capital is a private investment firm focused on one small to medium-sized acquisition. We aim to partner with one exceptional company that is seeking its next stage of growth. Post-acquisition, Brett will take on the CEO role, allowing sellers to exit the business after a reasonable transition period.

Ripple Equity Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Ripple Equity Partners (REP) is looking for a business owner planning for the next stage in life - we want to partner with and provide them with flexibility, transparency, and peace of mind as they sell their business and ensure their legacy continues  

Foothills Equity Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Foothills Equity 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. 

Alliance Growth Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Alliance Growth Partners (“AGP”) is rooted in the principles of allyship and fueled by a passion for growth. Based in Chicago, AGP is focused on investing in companies that are at an inflection point in their future and have the ability for continued growth. Backed by world-class investors and operators, we take a hands-on approach with a focus on founder legacy and future growth for all stakeholders. Skyler Almquist, the founder, comes from deep entrepreneurial roots and spent significant time investing in and growing billion-dollar companies. He deeply understands the needs for all…

Southwick Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Benefit TPAs (Third-Party Administrators for employee benefits, COBRA, FSA/HSA, etc.) Consumer Reporting Agencies (background checks, tenant screening, employment verification, etc.) Outsourced Utilization Management firms (nurse-led clinical review, prior authorization support for health plans, etc.) Nursing Homes or assisted living facilities with stable occupancy and Medicaid/Medicare mix Traditional Services Businesses (e.g., commercial cleaning, HVAC, security services, property mainten

Blake Hillemeyer Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Executive at a commercial real estate investment firm, responsible for day-to-day operations and all capital markets activity at a platform with over $1B in AUM. Seeking either principal or partnership investment opportunities where I can leverage my expertise in operations, capital raising, and commercial real estate.

Fifth Block Capital Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Search fund with focus on industrial services and manufacturing. Led by an experienced operator with a track record of success leading LMM businesses to growth. Flexible capital sources with deep expertise

Liberator Group LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

We are an experienced operator and entrepreneur focused on acquiring, operating & scaling a SMB/mid-market business. We are not financial engineers like some private equity firms. Our goal is to continue the business success while finding new ways to grow the business based on our years of sales, marketing, product development and operational experience.

Honeycomb Peak LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Honeycomb Peak is a search fund founded to acquire and operate one great company. Backed by a group of investors, entrepreneurs, and operators, the fund offers a customized transition opportunity for business owners looking to retire or to take a step back from day-to-day operations.

Stonebase Capital, LLC Actively Sourcing Deals

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  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • This member has no reported closed transactions.

Stonebase Capital, 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.

Stableside Capital

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  • 16 Total Closed Deals
Stableside Capital consists of an individual entrepreneur, backed by a group of experienced investors and advisors, looking to acquire, operate, and grow a lower middle market business. We have a long-term investment horizon, deep capital markets relationships, and flexible approach to partnering with a current owner-operator to provide liquidity, a mutually beneficial transition strategy, and a continuing legacy for their business.
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Jan 2019
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May 2018
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Mar 2018
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Feb 2018
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Vantage Partners TX LLC

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  • 7 Total Closed Deals
Vantage Partners TX LLC is a Houston-based family office focused on acquiring one small to medium sized company in 2022. This family office made seven growth capital investments into young, growing companies over the past three years. Corban Bates, who has led all of their private equity investments, will be the person searching for the company to acquire as well as operating the company post-acquisition.
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Mar 2021
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Seven Lakes Group

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  • 5 Total Closed Deals
Seven Lakes Group started out as a search fund and grew into a private holding company with four completed acquisitions to date. SLG was formed by two tenured partners with a commercial background and proven management track records, looking to own and operate small businesses in a handful of select industries. We are a self funded, hands-on acquirer, not a financial investor. Post acquisition, we work closely with existing management to drive measurable value for all stakeholders. 
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Jul 2021
was acquired by
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Aug 2020
acquired
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Sep 2018
acquired

Orchard Run Capital

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  • 4 Total Closed Deals
Orchard Run Capital L.L.C. was founded in order to identify and purchase a business that its managing member will own and operate. We offer business founders/owners the opportunity for succession, committing to long-term ownership and to build upon their legacy.The managing member is an experienced executive having spent more than 25 years in operating leadership and M&A roles in the healthcare/life sciences, industrial and commercial real estate sectors. The target business will be headquartered in the southeastern U.S., to which the new owner and operator (i.e., the managing…
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Dec 2020
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Feb 2000
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Aug 1998
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Gate Ventures

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  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Gate Ventures is a strategic finance advisory firm based in Tel-Aviv, providing private placement and M&A advisory services to early and late-stage software and IT services companies, and assisting companies in achieving their financial and strategic goals.Gate provides analysis of the company’s funding options, and identifies and approaches the appropriate investor for the company. Gate maintains significant relationships with its extensive network of investors, based in Israel, Europe and the U.S.A. Gate’s network of investors includes strategic market leaders with true added value,…
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Apr 2023
secured investment from
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Nov 2022
secured investment from

Kingtree & Warwick LLC

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  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Kingtree & Warwick is a long-term capital investment vehicle based in Brooklyn, New York and is focused on acquiring a single business in the United States with the goal of operating and growing that business over an extended period of time. K&W is backed by a group of high-quality, well-capitalized long-term oriented institutional investors. K&W seeks to acquire businesses with between $2 and $6 million in profit, and between $15 million and $30 million in transaction value. 
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Jun 2022
acquired
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May 2022
acquired

Game 7 Growth

Search Fund
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Game 7 Capital II (Growth) is a search fund created by myself and two colleagues, following our successful self-funded acquisition of a company in the US Pacific Northwest. We have raised capital from institutional search investors to identify and acquire up to three separate companies to be managed by the three members of Game 7, with each member responsible for an independent industry focus.
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2022
acquired

Polar Peak Capital

Search Fund
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Polar Peak Capital is a private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. Our current portfolio company is a Truck Driver Training School in the Southeast.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. Tyrel Sulzer is a Canadian Harvard Business School graduate and former ExxonMobil engineer with a passion for operations, family, and the outdoors. Bob Boniface is a Detroit native and Harvard Business School graduate. Previously at General…
Most Recent Transactions
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Jan 2023
acquired

Jacob Hill

Search Fund
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Jacob Hill is an individual investor 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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Advisor
Dec 2021
secured investment from

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