United States Private Equity Firms

Axial’s lower middle market M&A directory includes information on 545 United States Private Equity Firms. The Axial Directory can help you identify United States Private Equity Firms and other participants active in the lower middle market M&A economy today. Click here to learn about joining Axial as a member to connect with more United States Private Equity Firms like these. No matter the transaction type, Axial can help connect you with the right deal partner at the right time.

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Baymark Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 5 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 26 Total Closed Deals
Baymark Partners is a Dallas-based private equity firm investing in growing middle market IT, healthcare, business and distribution services, as well as lite manufacturing providing owners with liquidity and companies with resources to accelerate their growth.The professionals at Baymark Partners…
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired

LFM Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 4 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 21 Total Closed Deals
Headquartered in Nashville, TN, LFM Capital invests in niche manufacturing and industrial services companies by providing financial capital and strategic resources. We work with existing management teams to develop world-class operations and targeted growth, driving long-term value for management,…
Most Recent Transactions
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Sep 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Nov 2022
acquired
Investor
Aug 2022
acquired

The Courtney Group Incorporated Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 18 Total Closed Deals
The Courtney Group, Incorporated is a private investment firm with a focus on business services, chemical, consumer, distribution, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and technology. We have invested in 25 companies since 1999. We are different from some other buyers in that (1) we are…
Most Recent Transactions
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
provided capital to
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Aug 2023
provided capital to
Investor
Sep 2020
acquired

Black Lake Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 3 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Black Lake Capital is a Colorado-based private investment firm partnering with technology and innovation-enabled businesses generating $2-12M in annual cash flow. From 100% buyouts to equity recapitalizations with majority or substantial minority positions, Black Lake has the flexibility to meet…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
May 2023
acquired
Investor
Mar 2021
acquired
Investor
Aug 2019
participated in the recapitalization of
Investor
Dec 2015
participated in the recapitalization of

JLL Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 32 Total Closed Deals
JLL Partners is a leading private equity firm with a 34-year track record of transforming businesses through its operational and financial expertise. JLL Partners is dedicated to partnering with companies that it can fundamentally help build into market leaders through a combination of strategic…
Most Recent Transactions
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Oct 2022
acquired
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Oct 2022
acquired
Investor
Nov 2021
acquired
Investor
Feb 2018
acquired

ShoreView Industries Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 29 Total Closed Deals
Founded in 2002, ShoreView is a Minneapolis-based private equity firm that has raised over $1.3 billion of committed capital across four funds.  ShoreView partners with family or entrepreneurial-owned companies across many sectors, including engineered products, distribution, industrial services,…
Most Recent Transactions
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Oct 2023
acquired
Investor
Dec 2018
participated in the recapitalization of
Investor
Sep 2017
participated in the recapitalization of
Investor
Sep 2016
acquired

Hillstar Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 28 Total Closed Deals
Hillstar Capital is focused on partnering with business owners and management teams to build durable business value over time. We also provide capital to companies with owners who desire liquidity or asset diversification, including full ownership transition. We tailor our investments to meet the…
Most Recent Transactions
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May 2018
provided acquisition financing to
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Sep 2017
provided capital to
Investor
Aug 2017
acquired
Investor
Sep 2016
acquired

Evolution Capital Partners Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 23 Total Closed Deals
Evolution Capital Partners (ECP) is a small business private equity firm investing control growth equity in founder led businesses generating annual EBITDA of at least $1,000,000. Evolution invests in small businesses with opportunities for growth but lacking the capital, management or…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Oct 2021
acquired
Investor
Dec 2020
acquired
Investor
Jul 2018
acquired
Investor
Apr 2018
acquired

Argonaut Private Equity Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 22 Total Closed Deals
Founded in 2002, Argonaut Private Equity is a Tulsa, Oklahoma based private equity firm with over $1.5 billion of capital deployed by the firm’s principals. The firm is currently investing out of Argonaut Private Equity Fund IV, a $400 million fund that deploys Argonaut’s strategy of…
Most Recent Transactions
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May 2023
acquired
Investor
Feb 2020
acquired
Investor
Nov 2019
acquired
Investor
Oct 2018
acquired

LongWater Opportunities Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Firm
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 2 Closed Deals via Axial
  • 21 Total Closed Deals
LongWater Opportunities is an operationally focused private equity firm targeting control equity investments in family-owned, American manufacturing companies. Founded in 2009 by entrepreneurs Jordan Bastable and Brooks Burgum, Longwater sought to build a private equity firm focused on aligning…
Most Recent Transactions
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Jul 2023
acquired
Investor
Sep 2022
acquired
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Aug 2022
acquired
Investor
Aug 2022
acquired

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