Top United States Search Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

2,002

Active Firms

24,951

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$12M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$2M

Core EBITDA Range

Top Sectors by Activity

Industrials 45%

Business Services 11%

Technology 10%

Healthcare 9%

Consumer Goods 8%

Key Attributes

Focus: Acquiring One Business | Capital Source: Investor-Backed or Self-Funded | Operating Approach: Stewardship & Growth

Morgan Ericksen

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Morgan has over 15 years of experience in the manufacturing and distribution industry with public and private companies; and a background in mechanical engineering. She has post-acquisition experience, scaling operations and revenue through sales expansion. Morgan is partnered with Novastone Capital Advisors, a Swiss firm that works with qualified investors and best-in-class entrepreneurs to acquire and grow privately held companies. NCA has closed 22 acquisitions and deployed over $400M since 2021.

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Emmanuel Fadahunsi

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Operator-investor with utilities/infrastructure background. Led ops improvements in power assets and advised on $5B+ of M&A financings. Seeking utilities/infrastructure services businesses ($2–10MM EBITDA): recurring revenue, strong margins, diversified customers. Looking to build relationships with committed sellers.

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Hudson Street Ventures

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Hudson Street was founded by an entrepreneur like you. Our mission is to help small business owners by providing liquidity and the next generation of leadership. We bring (1) the capital to buy your business, (2) the expertise to efficiently close the deal, and (3) will gladly relocate to run your business full-time.

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Tamarack Industries

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After a career focused on sales/marketing through to and including CEO roles in industries ranging from footwear to industrial distribution and most recently, 10 years in the home services space, Brian McCann is seeking a smaller $500k - $2m EBITDA acquisition in San Diego or Orange County.Brian is an experienced acquirer and integrator of businesses with 6 acquisitions under his belt prior to selling his prior company with a 9-figure PE exit (where he remains on the board today).In his current search, Brian is prioritizing location over industry. While his industry experience is broad,…

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Liri Capital, LLC

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Liri Capital was founded to provide fair, flexible, and stable succession opportunities to small business owners looking to bring new energy into their business. For business owners looking to begin the next stage, Liri Capital offers a unique transition opportunity that is focused on the future, but grounded in history.

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Old Brookewood Capital

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Old Brookewood Capital is a search fund dedicated to acquiring and operating a single established business within the lower middle market. With a strategic focus on mature companies, Old Brookewood Capital aims to leverage its expertise to manage and grow the acquired business effectively. The firm operates with a lean team, typical of search funds, ensuring focused and efficient decision-making processes. Based in Richmond, Virginia, Old Brookewood Capital is positioned to identify and capitalize on unique opportunities within its targeted market segment.

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Dsquare ventures

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Seasoned engineer and leader with over a decade of experience, building high-performing teams and driving organizational success for top fortune 50 companies. Now leveraging my analytical rigor, adaptability, and leadership skills to pursue entrepreneurship and business ownership with a focus on sustainable growth.Looking for manufacturing companies making >$500k SDE in US and Canada with a minimum of 10 employees.

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Igwe Capital

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Individual investor looking for cashflowing businesses trading at a discount. Most direct experience in education (city/ state contracts in nyc). Open to all service based (“boring”) businesses and also SaaS/ tech businesses

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50th Capital Partners LLC

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We help private businesses and their owners toward the end zone of a lasting legacy.You’re ready to enter a different arena, and want to pass the ball to talented professionals who will prioritize doing right by your team. We love engaging with business owners about the playbook they’ve written, the enterprise they’ve built, and learning how we can contribute to their lasting legacy.

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Lynbrook Capital

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Lynbrook Capital is a self-funded search firm dedicated to acquiring and managing a single business through a founder-friendly full buyout. We are focused on preserving the legacy of the business we will acquire while advancing their growth and development. With a long-term, operational approach to ownership, Lynbrook Capital ensures that the companies under its management continue to thrive and maintain their core values.

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Williamsburg Holdings

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I've spent more than 17 years in medical device sales and commercial leadership, progressing from quota-carrying sales roles to building and leading national teams, managing multimillion-dollar partnerships with some of the country's largest health systems, and owning P&L responsibility across complex markets. Sales taught me the fundamentals I still rely on every day: how to earn trust, understand what a customer actually needs, and deliver on what you promise. Leadership taught me how to build teams and operations that do those things consistently, at scale.BUY BOX:– Location: Greater…

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Blackhawk Court

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Blackhawk Court LLC (“Blackhawk Court”) is an investment vehicle that exists to acquire one lower middle market or micro-cap operating company. We are a self-funded search fund that seeks to acquire a small, privately held business in the United States. We offer an avenue for a family- and founder-owned business to exit to an acquirer that is not private equity or a large corporation. We offer legacy preservation, a people-first mentality, certainty of close, and reliable stewardship of the business we acquire. Our intent is to buy a business and hold it for the long-term. We seek to…

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Sunscape Capital

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Sunscape Capital, LLC is a Charlotte, NC–based entity dedicated to acquiring and operating a lower-middle market or Main Street business in the Charlotte region. The entity is self-funded, ensuring a personal, long-term commitment to the success of the acquired company. Its mission is to partner with a retiring owner or founder, honoring the foundation they have built and carrying forward their legacy with care and integrity. By preserving the values, culture, and customer relationships established over time, Sunscape Capital seeks to provide continuity, stability, and growth while…

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Toy Ventures Acquisition

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Toy Ventures has invested over $50M in minority equity investments. The holdco is also backed by a large hedge fund for factoring, lending and other purposes with over $400M credit facility (not for equity investment).I am running a holding company to acquire a low-market software company. Previously I was the head of product of a crypto-exchange and worked at Facebook / Goldman Sachs for 8 years. I've bought two businesses in the recent past in the low 6 digits range to test our the hypothesis

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Open Water Group

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I am a new self funded searcher based in the Boston area, and spent 13 years in commercial real estate in NYC. Additional detail on my search criteria:Focusing on businesses in the ~$1M EBITDA range Businesses located in the northeast Not looking for a "lifestyle" business; focusing on businesses that have an ability to achieve large scale via organic growth and/or M&A. I plan to actively work in and on the business Preference for non discretionary businesses but not a strict requirementPreference for recurring business but not a strict requirementPreference for higher barrier to entry…

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London Johnson

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I operate two companies, a consumer products company that sells LED lights in Dallas, TX and a 100 unit multifamily property in Tennessee. I am looking to acquire another company within the next twelve months.

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Matric

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Matric Group is a global technology manufacturing company that makes circuit boards for customers in the energy, construction, and mining industries. We have over 300 employees based in Pennsylvania. I am currently the part owner of the company.

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Noah Weiss

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I'm looking for a ~$500M - $1.5M SDE business within 2-3 hours of metro Denver. I have a background as a strategy consultant where I focused on private equity commercial diligence and post-acquisition go-to-market strategy. My target business has a solid foundation with low turnover and recurring revenue but growth has stagnated. This business provides a physical service to the local Denver market, allowing me to leverage my own track record of community relationship-building and people management. I am exploring businesses across industries.

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Joshua Estes

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Growth operator and VC platform lead who builds durable, high-margin businesses. Acquiring one HVAC/essential-services company, $800K+ EBITDA, up to ~$5M EV. Funded, decisive, and here for the long haul.

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Butcher Estates

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Independtly owned and operating single family home rentals while working full time. I am interested in using our portfolio of real estate to acquire a new business, preferably storage units and storage.

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Firms in the United States Search Funds 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.

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.

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for United States Search Funds is $3M-$12M, with a core EBITDA range of $500K-$2M. 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.

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.

Not necessarily. A firm’s location does not always define its geographic reach. Many Search Funds 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.

When comparing Search Funds in United States, consider factors such as sector focus, size range, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 2,002 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

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 Search Funds directory, you can request information here.

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