Top Independent Sponsors with Recent Private M&A Activity

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Countries

Britain (UK) Canada United States

2,144

Active Firms

36,269

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$15M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range

Top Sectors by Activity

Industrials 46%

Technology 10%

Healthcare 10%

Business Services 9%

Consumer Goods 7%

Key Attributes

Focus: Control Investments | Capital Source: Deal-By-Deal Financing | Operating Approach: Scale & Exit

QB Ventures

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QB Ventures is an operator-led acquisition platform founded by Quinn Caputo and Bennett Kramer. We are building our second roll-up platform following the successful exit of our first, a pet services platform acquired by a private equity buyer.Our current mandate is focused on essential industrial and B2B services businesses in South Florida and the broader Southeast/Sunbelt. We target businesses with $500K–$1M of EBITDA, 3–5x entry multiples, and moats rooted in physical assets, route density, or deep customer relationships.

Recent Transactions

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Zeus Global

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Zeus Global Enterprises, LLC ["Zeus Global"] is an investment firm that acquires and invests in leading, global technology-driven businesses that have the potential for significant growth and market impact.

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Oleta Capital

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Oleta Capital is a specialized private equity firm focused exclusively on the Health & Wellness Consumer Goods industry, targeting companies with revenues of $5-50 million and EBITDA of $1-10 million. With over 40 years of proven experience in the Health & Wellness sector and more than 10 years of private equity investing expertise, we bring a uniquely hands-on approach to driving operational efficiency, organizational development, and revenue optimization.Our investment focus encompasses Vitamins, Minerals, and Supplements (VMS), Functional Foods and Beverages, Personal Care and…

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Technology
Southeastern U.S. Healthcare AI Services Platform

NDA Available CIM Available South Atlantic

Revenue

$7.7M

EBITDA

$3.0M

Margin

39%

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Industrials
Scaled Public-Sector HVAC Contracting Platform

NDA Available CIM Available Middle Atlantic

Revenue

$53.5M

EBITDA

$7.2M

Margin

13%

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Energy & Renewables
Clean Energy Services Platform With EBITDA

NDA Available CIM Available Mountain

Revenue

$14.7M

EBITDA

$5.2M

Margin

35%

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Technology
Recurring Managed IT Services Provider

NDA Available CIM Available West South Central

Revenue

$2.3M

EBITDA

$1.1M

Margin

49%

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Business Services
Human Performance And Safety Consulting Provider

NDA Available CIM Available West South Central

Revenue

$8.7M

EBITDA

$2.7M

Margin

31%

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Fausset Neely

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From real estate investment and asset management to financial consulting and project development, our team has diverse experience and a proven track record delivering results to clients and partners.

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MTM

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I am a private principal investor and seasoned professional seeking to acquire and personally lead a single, high-quality business in the retail and consumer durables area. With a professional background spanning over 4 years in Consumer and banking industry, I have developed a deep expertise in driving efficiency, building high-performing teams, and maintaining long-term client relationships.Unlike institutional investment firms, I am not looking to "roll up" multiple companies. My goal is to step into the owner-operator role, dedicated to preserving the legacy the founder has…

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Aldo Farah Orozco

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Our firm specializes in a modern alternative to traditional private equity, specifically designed for the post-search fund ecosystem. By targeting high-performing, search-acquired companies approaching an exit, we act as a strategic third-party partner to lead or participate in recapitalizations. Our model bridges the gap between immediate liquidity needs and long-term value creation by providing an exit for legacy LPs while allowing CEOs to retain operational control under restructured, growth-oriented incentives. We are built for the compounding visionary, offering a collaborative vehicle…

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Cetera Capital

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We are an operationally-focused holding company acquiring profitable, established businesses across multiple industries. Our team brings 50+ years of combined experience in business operations, financial management, and organic growth initiatives. We acquire companies with $2M-$10M EBITDA, maintain existing management teams, and focus on operational improvements and strategic add-on acquisitions. Our portfolio companies have achieved average revenue growth of 15-20% post-acquisition while improving profitability through systems optimization and market expansion.

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Westgate Holdings

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Westgate Holdings is a private investment and holding company focused on acquiring, developing, financing, and operating real estate and operating businesses. The firm pursues value creation through strategic acquisitions, capital structure optimization, and development projects across commercial real estate and infrastructure oriented assets.

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Westport Partners Inc.

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Graham Badun is the founder and CEO of Westport Partners Inc., a Toronto-based holding company that acquires and builds businesses in property technology, home services, and residential real estate services.Graham brings more than 30 years of operating and M&A experience to Westport's portfolio. As Group CEO of Brookfield Residential Property Services (1998–2012), he grew the business from a single Canadian platform into operations across eight countries, quadrupling net revenue through organic growth, strategic acquisitions — including GMAC Home Services and the $110 million purchase…

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Corven Holdings

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Acquiring and growing durable service businesses.Corven Holdings is a long-term-oriented investment firm focused on acquiring and growing established, cash-flowing service businesses, including compliance-driven companies that support buildings, facilities, infrastructure, and other essential operating needs.The firm seeks majority-control acquisitions of founder-owned, owner-operated, and privately held companies with resilient demand, recurring or repeat revenue, strong customer relationships, and defensible local or regional positions — particularly businesses where technical expertise,…

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Astraeus Ventures

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Throughline Holdings is a lower middle market private equity firm headquartered in San Diego, California. We focus on business services, manufacturing, and distributors generating between $500K and $1.5M in EBITDA/SDE.

Recent Transactions

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Aladie Properties LLC

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Operations executive with 20+ years of multi-location P&L experience, including COO of one of the Midwest's larger privately held automotive retail groups (40+ locations). Currently VP of Family Governance at a Wisconsin holding company, with executive coursework in family business governance at Cornell University and the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern. Advisor and board member to several growth-stage companies across automotive, technology, and hospitality sectors.

Recent Transactions

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Fluorescent+Leaders

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We have allocated $20M+ of investor capital to acquire one or more founder-led businesses with a minimum purchase price of approximately $5M. We are long-term owners, not flippers, and prioritize continuity, culture, and legacy. Sellers gain a patient capital partner who preserves what works and invests for durable, responsible growth supported by systems, not short-term pressure. Our battletested process is deliberate and built for long term partnership. We invite founders to explore an exit with legacy impact.

Recent Transactions

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Orbis Health Capital

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Titanium MX is a leading Mexico-based orthopedic manufacturer with approximately $150M in revenue and a well-established implant and medical device platform. As part of its U.S. expansion strategy, the company is seeking to acquire distribution businesses that provide immediate commercial access to the American healthcare ecosystem, particularly through established relationships with Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs), Integrated Delivery Networks (IDNs), Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs), and surgeon networks.The objective is to combine Titanium MX’s cost-efficient manufacturing base,…

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Madden Succession Group, LLC

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Based in Louisville, Kentucky, Madden Succession Group is a firm focused on acquiring and personally operating a single business. With a focus on B2B services, the company offers business owners a personal, legacy-focused exit strategy. The Principal, Andrew Madden, is native to Kentucky and offers a local transition plan to build on the owner's legacy, protect employees, and invest long-term in the community.

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CrestPoint Holdings LLC

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CrestPoint Holdings LLC 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.

Recent Transactions

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Kholin Capital

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I'm a strategy and operations professional with an MBA from Wharton and 6+ years advising industrial, energy, and services companies through a top-tier management consulting firm — including M&A transaction support, operational due diligence, and post-merger integration work. I'm pursuing a platform acquisition in Georgia as the anchor for a long-term buy-and-build strategy.I'm looking for one great business to own and operate. The seller gets a buyer who will be present, invested, and focused on growing what they built.What I'm looking for:Georgia-based service businesses with $5–12M…

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Carrie Smith

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Acquisition-ready individual buyer with 1031 exchange capital, personal funds, and SBA financing. Seeking profitable, established businesses with $500K–$3M in SDE/EBITDA, ideally 10+ year operating history and an owner ready for transition. Industry agnostic — open to manufacturing, distribution, B2B services, and consumer. Operator background: Bay Area real estate portfolio ($1M+ annual rents, self-managed), Walmart GM, mortgage origination ($100M+). Decisive, well-advised, and able to close on a defined timeline.

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The Brevoort Company

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At The Brevoort Company we are building a business where success is measured over decades. To do so, we focus our energy on partnering with great people and investing in our relationships. Our business centers on an entrepreneurial culture, and we strive to become experts in everything we do.

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WildCap

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Investor & Tuck MBA with MS in MIS. Specialist in identifying undervalued digital platforms. Proven ability to reduce transaction timelines by 40% and scale first-year sales to $60M. Seeking high-margin, scalable B2B opportunities.

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Firms in the Independent Sponsors 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 Independent Sponsors is $3M-$15M, with a core EBITDA range of $500K-$3M. 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.

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