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United States Independent Sponsors

1,985

Active Firms

34,628

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$15M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range

Top Sectors by Activity

Industrials 47%
Technology 10%
Healthcare 10%
Business Services 9%
Consumer Goods 7%

Key Attributes

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

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The Clinic MSO

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Group of private practitioners with administrative leader looking to acquire and grow primary care / urgent care / multispecialty medical practices. Past experience in both operating and acquiring private practices - 8 prior transactions total. We are able to transact nationwide.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

EIR Capital, LLC

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EIR Capital is led by experienced investors who have deployed over $2B into private / growth equity investments. EIR Capital seeks to invest family office and partner fund capital into lower mid-market businesses with experienced management teams in a range of industries.

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Expedition Capital Partners

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Expedition Capital Partners (“ECP”) is a private equity investment firm focused on partnering with experienced operators to acquire and grow businesses in the middle and lower middle markets. ECP seeks to acquire or invest in private businesses that have demonstrated a history of positive cash flow where it can employ its operating partners in senior management roles to implement a specific growth thesis tailored to each situation. Since inception, ECP has acquired 35 companies across six core platform investments.​The firm's primary goals are to:Partner with successful business…

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

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Merryvale Holdings

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A holding company redefining Concierge Medicine for independent physicians— scaling from acquiring a single practice to building an operating platform with national reach and across medical specialties.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

workpolar

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Holdco focused on building targeted roll-up platforms in the Lower-Middle Market. Previously secured financing for ~$250m of Independent Sponsor M&A bids - Across Senior Debt, Mezz, Alternative, and Sale-Leaseback financing.

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Elmwood Group

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I run a family office backed vehicle called The Elmwood Group, which provides growth capital to best-in-class consumer and services business to turbocharge growth and allow founders to take chips off the table if desired.

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Corporate Rebels North America

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We are the "anti-PE" social impact alternative. We are currently seeking to buy and transform manufacturers and vertical market software companies around the Chicago area with at least 10% EBITDA to convert every acquisition into a 100% employee owned and controlled business. This will be accomplished via a leveraged buyout into a U.S. ESOP trust combined with a "self-management" transformation per the proven Corporate Rebels playbook to maximize both organizational performance and employee control over each business. See our website at https://us.corporate-rebels.com/ for more details on…

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Wall Works Holdings

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Family of interior trades contracting businesses trying to bring benefits of scale to market leading contractors while keeping what makes them special in their local markets. We are backed by two families who invest capital in private companies, as well as JE Dunn (National commercial GC).

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Zittel Advisors

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I lead Zittel Advisors, leveraging 20+ years in banking, credit risk and digital transformation to help businesses grow through analytics, operational efficiency and go‑to‑market strategies. I’m seeking lower‑middle‑market companies with asking prices up to $10 M and EBITDA/NOI of at least $1 M that require operational or technological modernization. My track record includes managing lending portfolios as large as $3 billion and spearheading AI‑driven digital transformations that delivered exponential growth in customer acquisition, product conversion, loan originations and…

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Insight Industrials, Inc

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Insight Industrials, Inc looks for overlooked but stable asset backed businesses in the light industrial, service and manufacturing sectors. We utilize a disciplined approach to drive growth and build value by focusing on platform synergies and back office centralization.

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PHG Advisory

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PHG is a fractional CFO/bookkeeping, buyside M&A advisory and valuation firm. We now have a capital partner behind us and are looking to turbocharge M&A in CFO, Bookkeeping and Tax, acquiring several million of EBITDA per year, ideally. We are happy to pay fees and even amplified fees if we’re able to secure a good deal and you’ll find us to be very commercial generally. 

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Lotus Peak Ventures

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We are a newly-launched independent sponsor where I bring over a decade of experience across the M&A lifecycle, including accounting (QoE, carveouts, and divestitures), investment banking/M&A advisory, and acquiring and operating small businesses.

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Prysm Partners

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A private investment firm focused on financial services, lending, banking, fintech, artificial intelligence, and technology-enabled businesses transforming the movement of capital. Across private equity, venture capital, private credit, commercial lending, and select real estate, we combine industry experience, disciplined capital allocation, and operational execution to build enduring value. We believe the strongest investment strategies begin with understanding. Prysm focuses primarily on sectors where our principals possess meaningful operating experience, industry relationships, and an…

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Ten:34 Partners, LLC

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Ten:34 Partners, LLC is a private investment firm focused on making equity and occasionally debt investments in healthcare and business service lower middle market companies. We seek opportunities with family and entrepreneurial-owned businesses seeking a transition or at a transition point.

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C37 Capital LLC

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C37 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.

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Prospera Capital

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Prospera Hills Capital "Prospera Capital" was founded on the belief that the best businesses are built when founders, operators, and investors work together as true partners.After years of investing in and working alongside founder-led companies, we saw firsthand that building a great business requires more than capital. It requires experienced leadership, aligned partners, and a shared commitment to growing the company thoughtfully over time.At Prospera Hills, we partner with founders and management teams who want to remain involved in building their companies while preparing for the next…

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JAE Partners

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JAE Partners was founded to pursue a disciplined roll-up strategy in the industrials sector. We focus on acquiring and scaling founder and family-owned businesses to create enduring value for owners and our investors.More About JAE PartnersAfter spending 13 years at Millennium Management, most recently as a portfolio manager in the Energy & Industrial sectors, Eli Kraicer founded JAE Partners to pursue a buy-and-build strategy in the industrials space. Leveraging over a decade of deep sector-focused investing informs our conviction in three high-potential industries where this strategy…

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Shepherd Healthcare Holdings

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Shepherd Healthcare Holdings acquires and grows essential U.S. healthcare services businesses with a perpetual time horizon. We partner with owners and management teams who value autonomy and long-term thinking, offering patient capital, operational support, and a permanent home for their company and employees.

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Eterna Power Group

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Eterna Power Group is a permanent capital holding company focused on acquiring and growing essential electrical services businesses across the United States. We target companies operating in four core verticals: Testing and Maintenance, Engineering and Controls, Compliance and Safety, and Critical Power Systems. These are the disciplines that keep America's critical electrical infrastructure safe, reliable, and running.Our strategy is to acquire strong, founder-led businesses and hold them permanently. We have no fund lifecycle, no exit timeline, and no pressure to sell. Each company we…

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Frequently Asked Questions

How are Independent Sponsors in this directory ordered?

Firms in the United States 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 United States Independent Sponsors?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for United States Independent Sponsors is $3M-$15M, with a core EBITDA range of $500K-$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 location when evaluating Independent Sponsors?

Location can be an important consideration, but it does not necessarily define where a firm is active. Firms based in United States may bring regional knowledge, local relationships, and experience with businesses in the area, while many also pursue opportunities across a broader geographic footprint. Geography is best considered alongside sector focus, company size, and relevant transaction activity.

Do all Independent Sponsors in this directory operate exclusively in United States?

Not necessarily. A firm’s location does not always define its geographic reach. Many Independent Sponsors based in United States are active across multiple regions, while firms based elsewhere may also participate in the United States market. Location can provide useful context, but it should not be interpreted as a firm’s geographic boundary.

How do I compare Independent Sponsors in United States?

When comparing Independent Sponsors in United States, consider factors such as sector focus, size range, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 1,985 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with United States 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 United States Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.

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