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Baton Valley

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

We do 100% vendor finance, or we buy the majority, and the seller keeps a minority position and some vendor finance in the transaction.Baton Valley is a disabled-veteran-owned business. Baton Valley, founded in 2023 by University of Pennsylvania alumni, positions itself as a diversified investment group. Baton Valley's founders, with diverse expertise in aerospace, government contracting, education, security, logistics, family office, real estate, and international banking, bring a wealth of experience to the table. Baton Valley focuses on mature companies within construction, home services,…

Calidant Capital, LLC

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

We have founded, acquired, invested in, and operated companies both large and small across diverse industries.  Based in Dallas and Austin, TX and founded in 2010, actively investing since 2016Investment team consisting of 2-5 principal / operating partners with senior-level experienceGoal of complete alignment across operating, financial, and strategic interestsStrong generalist and industry-specific experience across various sectors​We live by our mission to relentlessly focus on building superior companies for all stakeholders in our partnerships through true alignment and a culture of…

Ascension Renewable Energy LLC

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Axis Development Group is a privately-owned real estate development firm based in San Francisco and Los Angeles. It specializes in the creation and execution of highly-serviced projects, focusing on delivering exceptional quality and value in the real estate sector. The company operates with a strong emphasis on innovative design and strategic development, catering to a diverse range of real estate needs. With a commitment to excellence, Axis Development Group has established itself as a key player in the real estate market, leveraging its expertise to drive successful project outcomes.

CapitalPad

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

CapitalPad is one of the most widely used deal-by-deal private equity co-investment groups in the lower middle market, investing directly alongside independent sponsors and self-funded searchers. Accredited investors, family offices, and small institutions can co-invest through CapitalPad's curated network at no cost to sponsors.CapitalPad deploys check sizes between $1M and $2.5M per transaction for independent sponsor deals, and can invest as little as $500K for self-funded search and ETA deals that meet underwriting criteria. CapitalPad does not pursue control buyouts. All investments are…

Zeitgeber Equity Partners LLC

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Zeitgeber Equity Partners is an independent sponsor firm specializing in the acquisition and transformation of lower middle market companies. With a focus on partnering with founder or family-run businesses, we bring decades of expertise in finance, treasury management, and operational leadership to drive value creation and sustainable growth.

Cottage Grove Capital

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

We focus on control-oriented investments in professional and advisory services businesses with strong fundamentals and growth potential. We take a disciplined approach to investing, seeking professional service businesses that demonstrate stable cash flows, recurring revenue models, and opportunities for operational enhancement and strategic growth. We believe in the power of active ownership and operational involvement.

Field Capital

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Active private investment group focused on healthcare & medtech. Target lower-middle-market companies ($2-20M EBITDA) with $10-50M typical equity checks and capacity to $250M+. Multiple successful healthcare acquisitions completed; we acquire to own long-term and partner with management to build lasting businesses.

Iwaju Capital, LLC

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Iwaju Capital seeks to partner with owners, operators and management teams while bringing to bear its proven acquisitions, fundraising and commercial partnership sourcing engine. Iwaju Capital has a specific investment focus on business services platforms in large, fragmented North American industries.

Chrysalis Capital

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Fund is designed as a hybrid ETA plus lending vehicle that deploys capital to acquire and grow small and mid-sized service businesses in the mid-Atlantic region with plans to expand nationally. The fund is a blended structured debt and equity investments, operating similarly to a Business Development Company (BDC) but without SEC registration, and targeting strong cash-flowing businesses with opportunities for operational improvement and long-term value creation.

Eterna Power Group

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Eterna Power Group is a permanent capital holding company with committed capital, backed by leading long-duration investors. We acquire and hold essential-services and electrical-services businesses with strong recurring and repeat revenue — testing and maintenance, engineering and controls, compliance and safety, and critical power. Unlike traditional private equity, we have no exit clock: we buy to hold, preserve seller legacy and brand, and offer operational support through experienced industry partners. We pursue platforms and tuck-ins, typically $3M–$20M in revenue, and move quickly…

Ampstead

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Ampstead is a long-term investment platform focused on partnering with exceptional energy service contractors driving America’s electrification. We invest in businesses rooted in craftsmanship and operational excellence—specializing in EV charging, distributed energy (solar + storage), and grid efficiency upgrades.We believe in the trades, in grid resilience, and in building with purpose. Our ideal partners are founder-led businesses with $1–5M in EBITDA, strong teams, and a proven reputation in the Southeast.The platform is led by Vicente Garrido, an operator and investor with deep…

Coda Equity Group

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Coda Equity is looking to purchase companies in the low to mid market. We are opportunistic acquirers with a preference for businesses in law, tech and consumer services. We have expertise in SaaS, sales and talent. We believe in understanding the owner experience and helping owners reach their goals for the future. Our network of high net worth individuals are experienced and savvy investors that will become a private equity firm in 2026.

Markham Capital Partners

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Markham Capital Partners was founded to fill a hole in the lower middle market PE space. The founding partners have experience as operators, founders and fund managers of privately held and family owned businesses. We have managed committed capital funds and portfolio companies from start-ups to IPO and everything in between. We know what it requires to build and grow a business while understanding the legacy, culture and values that businesses embody and how to build on a good foundation.

Prestonkirk

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

We are a private investment office looking for opportunities to invest in as well as operate. Our portfolio includes operating businesses and real estate, and we look at deals on a case by case basis.

Michael Farrell

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

TriplePoint Equity is an independent sponsor specializing in the acquisition and growth of small businesses with a focus on long-term investment. The firm emphasizes flexibility in deal structures and business operations, leveraging the extensive corporate transaction and operational experience of its partners. TriplePoint Equity targets businesses with a proven track record of over 10 years, aiming to partner with existing management teams to provide liquidity, capital, and strategic support. Their goal is to sustainably scale these businesses, ensuring enduring profitability and unlocking…

SBL Ventures

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

We currently own & operate 14 laundromats and have a focus on scaling our model in that space. Additionally, I have a manufacturing background and would like to eventually get back in that space.

Roland Capital Group, LLC

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

We are a permanent capital group, seeking to acquire and grow businesses over the long-term. We seek businesses with $2-5M in EBITDA providing mission-critical services, with strong employee cultures. We are based in New York City and are open to geographies across the U.S.

Essex Capital Partners, LLC

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Essex Partners, LLC (“EP”) is a private investment platform, seeking to acquire and grow businesses in the lower middle market. Since 2003, EP’s experienced investment team has provided operational and financial expertise to lower middle market companies across a broad range of industries. We partner with owners and management teams to invest in companies with defensible market positions and growth prospects. EP can facilitate deals of varied sizes through our extensive network.

BLP Holdings, LLC

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Fulltime professional and strategy consultant in the renewable energy market with focus on business development and deployment strategies for utility, community and C&I scale projects along with robust microgrid integration and feasibility utilizing battery energy storage systems. Experienced business owner, operator and leader with a demonstrated history of entrepreneurial development and growth. Highly skilled in personnel development, business development, supply side management/project planning, operations management, and global logistics with specific experience as a US…

Elevation Rock LLC

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Elevation Rock LLC is a family office 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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