Top Utilities Search Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

917

Active Firms

19,663

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$12M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$2M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

California 13%

Florida 13%

Texas 10%

New York 8%

New Jersey 5%

Key Attributes

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

Sonoran Family Enterprises LLC

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Sonoran Family Enterprises is a husband-wife team dedicated to acquiring, operating, and growing one exceptional business. With a focus on investing in employees, customers, and the community, they aim to create a positive impact through their business ventures. The SFE team brings experience across enterprise sales, investment banking, and private equity investing across sectors such as Power & Energy, Software, Manufacturing, and Consumer. SFE is backed by institutional capital, including Pacific Lake Partners and Peterson Partners, and experienced operators who have successfully scaled…

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Badger Bay

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Accomplished individual investor and operator with a proven track record in Hospitality, Real Estate and Financial Services. I am actively seeking to acquire and operate a single, established private business with stable, recurring cash flows and a strong competitive position. My goal is long-term wealth accumulation through direct operational involvement and strategic value creation, rather than short-term financial engineering.Target $1m - $10m transactions exceeding $1m in cash flow

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Greg Brown

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Individual investor looking to own and operate. I have acquire businesses within a larger company, but this would be my first deal on my own. Looking for opportunities within 1-2 hours of Chattanooga, Tennessee.

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ABridge Keystone Partners

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ABridge Keystone Partners is an entrepreneurial investment firm dedicated to acquiring and growing a single enduring business with a strong emphasis on a people-first approach. The firm is committed to long-term value creation, leveraging experienced leadership and robust governance to steward a business with care and preserve its core strengths. The firm is led by an entrepreneur with significant operational leadership experience who prioritizes a disciplined and servant-minded approach to building lasting value.

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Two Bridges LP

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An entrepreneur-led fund designed to identify, acquire, and optimize an existing private company, bridging its history and legacy with its untapped growth potential. We have support from leading investors in the lower middle market

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Dragoon Investments

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Dragoon Investments is focused on the acquisition and operation of a single American company. We believe in continuing the owner's legacy, delivering unparalleled value to customers, giving back to the community, and delivering shareholder value.

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Anchor Rock

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Anchor Rock is a family-owned holding company looking to acquire small businesses with local roots who has sustainable cash flows. We are not Private Equity. We care about the business you created and employees that are your family.

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AFJ Mgmt LLC

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Experienced operator-investor seeking acquisitions of U.S. lower middle-market businesses. Built and exited a multi-unit platform with full P&L ownership. Focused on durable cash flow and operational upside.

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Centaurus Technologies

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Centaurus Technologies 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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Lorin Theiss

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I am an experienced industrial executive actively seeking to acquire a light manufacturing, B2B industrial services, specialty trade, TICC lab, or niche distribution business in Texas generating $500K–$1.2M in EBITDA/SDE.Buyer Highlights:Background: 30+ years leading industrial operations ($100M+ P&L, 10 sites, 500+ employees) with prior business founder/owner experience.Capital Readiness: Pre-qualified for SBA 7(a) financing with equity capital available for immediate deployment.Focus: Long-term stewardship, employee culture, and sustainable operational growth.

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Iron Bond Search Partners

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Iron Bond Search Partners is an investment fund founded by Dru Nkansah and Phil Dontje, both former U.S. Army Rangers turned entrepreneurs. The firm is dedicated to acquiring and growing high-quality businesses with long-term potential. With a focus on strategic investments, Iron Bond aims to build upon the enduring legacy of the businesses it acquires as day-to-day operators. The company is driven by a commitment to excellence and seeks opportunities that align with its vision of long-term growth and sustainability.

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Outsider Capital

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Outsider Capital is a Toronto-based entrepreneurial investment firm that is looking to acquire, actively manage, and grow a small to medium-sized business. We are focused on GTA-based businesses with $5M - $15M of revenue operating in the manufacturing, distribution, or business services space. We are looking to make a change of control investment and are excited to partner with an owner who is committed to making a seamless transition. We are passionately Canadian and we believe that the key to economic growth in our country is helping Canadian businesses tap into their technological…

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Gaviota Capital Partners

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Gaviota Capital Partners is a search fund focused on acquiring and operating small businesses in the United States. They seek businesses with strong recurring revenue and a diversified customer base. Their goal is to ensure continuity, culture, and legacy for retiring founders.

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Parker Cook

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A strategic and growth driven leader with 16 years of experience in sales, engineering, operations and management within the distribution and manufacturing spaces. Spending the majority of his career in management, Parker brings a wealth of knowledge to running a business while maintaining sincere support for the people. He currently serves as Vice President of Operations for a $250+M company. Prior to his current role he has held additional positions such as General Manager, Regional Applications Engineer, and Territory Manager. With a degree in Mechanical Engineering, he brings a high…

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Sage Blacksmith

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I've raised committed capital from Pacific Lake and Peterson (two $2B investors) to acquire and grow a business service or software company. I spent a decade building companies internationally including developing data science capabilities for clients like GE.

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Fenten Ventures

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I’m an operator and former PE-backed CEO who built, scaled, and exited a light manufacturing business.I also advise growth-stage businesses as a partner at TechCXO, helping CEOs drive operational efficiency, margin expansion, and leadership alignment.Now acquiring a company in the Southeast with:$500K–$1M SDE$1.5M–$3.5M priceAsset deals (SBA + seller note)Focus areas:B2B services, home services, light manufacturingRecurring revenue, essential services, strong marginsSuccession or owner-operator transitionsBased in Greenville, SC — Open to NC/GA/SC for high-quality opportunities.I…

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Fayestone, LLC

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Fayestone LLC is an operation led by Alora Cash dedicated to acquiring a small to medium-sized company. The firm targets businesses with revenues ranging from $5-25 million, focusing on those with consistent profitability and healthy cash flow. Fayestone seeks opportunities where the owner is seeking a transition away from the business, with Alora stepping in as the new CEO. With a keen eye on growth potential, Fayestone aims to nurture and develop the right acquisition businesses, leveraging Alora and her advisors' expertise to enhance value and performance.

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Smith and Packard Investment Group

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Smith & Packard Acquisition Partners is focused on acquiring and operating an exceptional privately held business for the long term. Floyd Packard brings five years of M&A experience evaluating and executing acquisitions, while Ty Smith contributes a background in entrepreneurship, business operations, and executive leadership. Together, we combine transaction expertise with operational execution and are backed by committed private capital and SBA financing. We are seeking a business with a strong team, durable cash flow, and long-term growth potential.

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Tompsett Industries

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I'm an individual buyer with 20 years of experience building and scaling operations across healthcare, technology, and services businesses. My background is in healthcare operations leadership along with an MBA from MIT Sloan — I've launched new business lines from scratch, managed multimillion-dollar budgets, built out teams and vendor networks, and driven operational turnarounds in complex, fast-moving environments.I buy businesses the way I've always run them: with structure, analytical rigor, and a clear eye for where systems break down and how to fix them. I'm drawn to businesses with…

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Beacon West Capital LLC

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Beacon West Capital is a family-run private investment firm dedicated to assisting owners in transitioning their closely held companies. With a focus on long-term value creation, the firm employs a flexible and tailored approach to deal structuring, aligning with the specific goals of their clients, whether financial, family-related, or centered on the company's future. Supported by a diverse team of entrepreneurs, investors, and operators, Beacon West Capital leverages valuable expertise and insights to drive operational improvements and strategic growth. Their commitment to a strong network…

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Firms in the Utilities 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 Utilities 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.

Relevant Utilities experience can be an important consideration when evaluating a firm. Familiarity with the sector can provide a stronger understanding of its business models, market dynamics, valuation considerations, and transaction environment. The 917 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Utilities.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Utilities Search Funds directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Utilities, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

When comparing Search Funds with experience in Utilities, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 917 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 Utilities Search Funds directory, you can request information here.

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