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

1,998

Active Firms

25,121

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

Beyda Management LLC.

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I’m actively looking to acquire a business generating between $1–3M in annual profit. My primary focus is on construction services or consumer product companies with established operations in New York or New Jersey. I’m interested in opportunities with strong fundamentals, stable cash flow, and growth potential.

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Prospect Energy Partners LLC

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I am an individual investor looking for my next step in my career. I am interested in a fabrication, light manufacture business or an industrial repair/ service business in Texas or the mountain west

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Two Bridges Acqusitions

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I am searching for a profitable business to acquire and operate in the greater Bay Area. My search is backed by family investment, and am looking to buy one business, step in as a full-time owner operator, and build on what the current owner has spent years creating.

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Willow Lake Equity LLC

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Willow Lake Equity is an investment fund looking for service companies to own & operate in the Mountain West region. We intend to hold our acquisitions for an indefinite amount of time. We are interested in listings that require day to day management by the new owner or those that have management already in place. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us with listings or for more information about us!

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Marquez Family Holdings

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In 2022, I sold my Company and retired in 2024. I have over 20 years of experience running companies, building teams in both the medical field and as a real estate investor. I hold a Finance Master’s.

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Tau S.A.

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Tau S.A. is a private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. We plan to work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.

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Summit Revere Capital

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I am searching full time to become a full time operator.I am a respected management leader in consumer packaged goods (CPG) and tech/finance operations with experience at family-owned firms including Mars, Ferrero and McMaster-Carr, in addition to Google and Kearny. Prior to my work in CPG and operations, I was an education leader at Stanford University with a focus on college admissions.I am known for leading high performance organizations that are driven by my expertise in P&L growth management, strategic planning, product innovation, consumer experiences, and team leadership. I am…

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SAM Ventures LLC

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SAM Ventures LLC is a Houston-based private acquisition firm formed to identify, acquire, and operate established service businesses in the greater Houston metropolitan area. We are actively engaged in the market and prepared to move quickly on qualified opportunities. We are well-capitalized, SBA pre-qualification ready, and structured to close with minimal friction. Our principal maintains full authority to commit capital and execute a transaction without committee approval or outside investor sign-off.We work directly with business owners and through intermediaries. Confidentiality is a…

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Bryn Merrey LLC

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Bryn Merrey LLC is a private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions in Maryland and Northern Virginia. 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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Grand Exchange LLC

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I’m an operator with a background in construction and project execution. I previously founded and ran a startup in the Bay Area where I worked on building mobile lab units for Terraformation. Through that experience, I developed hands-on expertise managing field operations, coordinating trades, and delivering complex builds under tight timelines.Today, I’m partnered with a small, well-capitalized investment group that includes my brother, a corporate attorney and M&A associate, as well as a former CEO of Transocean. Together, we focus on acquiring and growing businesses in the…

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Evan Ross

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I am an entrepreneur through acquisition seeking to acquire and operate one exceptional business for the long term. I am targeting profitable, asset-light B2B companies with recurring revenue, strong customer relationships, and $1M–2M of SDE. I am a Tuck MBA with experience in institutional investing, capital markets, and business development at PeerStreet and Carta, as well as owning and operating a multifamily real estate portfolio. I have substantial personal capital to invest alongside experienced acquisition partners and am committed to preserving a seller’s legacy while growing the…

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Prairie Ridge Group

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Founder & Managing Member pursuing the acquisition and active operation of a lower middle market services business. I intend to assume the CEO role post-acquisition and provide long-term ownership and leadership continuity for an owner transitioning out of day-to-day operations.Background includes senior financial and operational leadership as CFO of a private equity-backed healthcare platform with extensive M&A and integration experience. Transactions are typically structured using personal capital alongside SBA-supported financing, providing efficiency and certainty of close.Primary…

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Boston Mountain Management

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I am an active operator with 6 years of corporate operations experience (Walmart) and a portfolio of real estate investments. I am looking to acquire a single platform company to operate full-time. I value boring, profitable stability over speculative growth.I am targeting B2B services that are non-discretionary for the customer. Route-based logistics services, commercial maintenance, or compliance and safety services are some examples. Financial CriteriaEBITDA: $500k – $1.5MMargins: 12%+ Revenue: High recurring component or locked-in contracts.Geographic focus is on the Mid-South and…

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Jude Frances Corporation

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I am an experienced professional with a background in Electrical Engineering and an MBA, combining strong technical expertise with business strategy and operational leadership. My career has been built around custom-engineered, project-based businesses, where I’ve led complex initiatives and driven growth through process improvement, team development, and customer-centric innovation.I am actively seeking to acquire a manufacturing business in or around Atlanta, Georgia. My ideal target is a small to mid-sized company with a legacy of quality, a strong team, and opportunities for operational…

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Atlas LLC

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Hi I am an individual investor looking to acquire businesses to my portfolio. In search of traditional businesses in manufacturing space with large moats and large breath capacity. Have over 10+ years exp in Supply Chain & Finance.

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Anastasia Forte

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I am a self-funded searcher looking for a firm generating >$1M in EBITDA in the Biotechnology, Life Sciences or Manufacturing space as this related to my husband and my professional experience.

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Motori Group

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I am an entrepreneur with nearly 20 years of experience in technology and finance. Most recently, I co-founded and led Appcues, a B2B SaaS company, where I served as CEO for over a decade before transitioning into a board role.I am eager to take the next step in my career by acquiring, owning, and operating a small business for the long term. My goal is to build on the founder’s legacy while creating lasting value for employees, customers, and the community.I am industry-agnostic but focus on companies with recurring revenue models, high customer retention, and mission-critical services.…

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Fare Capital

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I am exclusively looking to buy a water and fire remediation business. I’m a mechanical engineer, and I just finished my MBA at UChicago. I have experience scaling operations at Videojet in Elk Grove Village. Videojet is the largest industrial printing company in the world, and I was running strategic projects for all of North America’s ink cartridge supply. I want to get into restoration, because you are helping people when they need it most. When I retooled a machine and made my Videojet plant $2M a year, I didn’t make half the impact I could by doing good work and treating my…

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CloudMatter

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20-year veteran of Finance Leadership at Fortune 100 companies. After two decades of scaling multinational operations, I am deploying my own capital to acquire and lead a single, high-quality business. I bring the financial rigor of a CFO with the "all-in" commitment of an owner-operator. I am not a "search fund" or a hands-off investor; I am looking for my final career chapter—focused on preserving a founder’s legacy while leveraging modern financial systems to drive the next 20 years of growth.

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Victory Six Capital Partners LLC

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Growth and Profit – Liquidity and Legacy, we think you can have it all. Victory Six is a firm built to provide liquidity to founders who may be ready to take a backseat, but want to leave their company and team in the hands of someone who can continue to grow their legacy. We don’t believe a company has to be unprofitable to accelerate growth, and we’ve proven that at over 15+ B2B Software Businesses in the lower middle market. Let us take it from here. Let us continue growing your legacy and the careers of your team.

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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 1,998 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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