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354 Partners LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
354 Partners is a specialist “buy & build” investment firm. Our focus is the aggregation of small businesses into large operating platforms to create sustainable and competitive companies. We are not investors who monitor our investments from the distance and do not rely on financial engineering to create returns to our investors. 354 Partners is deeply involved in the operations of our businesses. We work in partnership with management teams to accelerate growth, both through acquisitions and also organically.354 Partners helps portfolio companies identify strategic acquisitions that…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
May 2012
invested in

Nexturn Partners, LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Nexturn Management Group is a boutique consulting, business development and investment firm focused on growth-oriented small- to mid-sized companies. Nexturn works with clients as advisors, consultants or as partners to incubate and execute innovative ideas that deliver sustainable results.Nexturn also acts as an “Independent Sponsor” focused on acquiring and operating small- to mid-sized companies with organic and strategic add-on growth potential.Our focus is at the intersection of business and financial services industries with a secondary interest in technology companies serving the…
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Advisor
Oct 2015
was acquired by

C9 Partners, LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
C9 Partners LLC is private investment firm focused on identifying niche opportunities at the intersection of specialty lending and financial, legal, and healthcare business services.We are industry experts leveraging over 50 years of institutional lower-middle market corporate finance experience and over $3.0 billion in completed corporate finance transactionsWe have a track record of creating realized equity value as both professional investors and CEOs and CFOs of high growth businesses.Given our directly relevant experience, we seek to establish non-intermediated relationships with…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Mar 2021
secured debt financing from

The Morris Capital Group, LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
The Morris Capital Group, LLC will be the investment vehicle of choice for investors looking to maximize their return above market rates and business owners looking to complete their exit plans with dignity, honesty, and professionalism. We will seek a single business on a deal-by-deal basis to grow and operate while opening the opportunity to create value in that company to investors.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Sep 2018
acquired

608 Partners LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
608 Partners represents the majority owner of Blooma Tree Experts, a residential-focused tree services company in Seattle, Washington. The President & team of 608 Partners & Blooma Tree Experts is always open to acquiring well-run tree services businesses with great quality standards, clean safety record, and an established history.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Feb 2022
acquired

SOC Capital LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
SOC Capital ("SOC") is an operating partner and independent sponsor for lower middle market businesses, with a particular focus on those in the following sectors: (i) Construction / Building Products (ii) Energy & Environmental Services and (iii) Infrastructure & Utility Services.SOC seeks both buy-out and recap (majority and minority) opportunities, as well as those involving SOC serving in a contracted operating partner capacity to help grow the company with existing management / ownership.
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Investor
Jan 2023
secured investment from

Cronkhite Capital Group, LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Cronkhite Capital, founded in 2018, is a private investment company seeking to acquire proven, family-owned, small to medium-sized companies based in the United States. We seek companies with the following characteristics: Sales between $10 to $50 million in sales and EBITDA between negative to $2.5 millionConsumer products, sports and entertainment, and/or e-commerce companies7+ years of operationsOwner seeking to retire or reduced role in the businessBased in the United StatesUnlike traditional investment funds, Cronkhite Capital independently capitalizes each investment it makes using…
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Investor
Jun 2019
invested in

Group of Telecom

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Group of Telecom is a Miami-based independent sponsor that focuses on lower middle market telecommunications and utility opportunities. Our strategy combines our three bases, General, Operating, and Entrepreneurial Partners, to create growth and value for our investors.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
May 2021
acquired

MSI Capital Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
MSI Capital Partners (“MSI”) is an operationally-oriented lower-middle market investment firm that makes control investments in North American based industrial businesses serving domestic and global markets. Founded by senior executives with extensive domestic and international leadership experience, we seek to invest in small to mid-sized manufacturing and industrial service related companies where our many decades of industry knowledge and expertise can be utilized to achieve higher-than-average returns.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Sep 2017
acquired

Ellisonwoods Ave LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Ellisonwoods is an investment company focused on finding high quality businesses to acquire and grow. Our aim is to help owners effectuate a seamless transition and continue building upon their legacy. We are particularly interested in partnering with business-to-business service companies with stable end-markets and recurring demand drivers.Investment Criteria: 5+ Years of Operating History>$250,000 of Owner EarningsStable Market DynamicsContracted or Recurring RevenueLimited Customer ConcentrationAbout the Team: Founder & Managing MemberZach Alexander is currently a second-year…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jul 2021
acquired

7 Lakes Partners, LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
7 Lakes Partners is a local investing group dedicated to purchasing manufacturing, distribution, and service-based businesses located in the upper Midwest. Our approach is local, long term, and hinges on positive long-term relationships. We have a specific interenst in engineering / technical manufacturing and distrubution companies.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jan 2010
invested in

ROCA Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
ROCA Partners is a Los Angeles-based private equity investment firm focused on providing leading services companies with flexible capital and operational resources to accelerate growth.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Oct 2018
secured debt financing from

Chrysalis Capital Advisors, Inc.

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
We are seasoned professionals and entrepreneurs who share a common passion for aligning with small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and the successful entrepreneurs who navigate them.Our passion is a direct extension of our belief that SMEs are the driving force of our economy and entrepreneurs represent the heart and soul of the business success equation.We have over 200 years of combined business experience in the fields of investment banking, principal investing, financial management, business operations and corporate law as well as an extensive network of investors and strategic…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Dec 2019
invested in

Sky Peak Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Sky Peak partners with local business owners to provide them with the necessary resources to take their business to the next level.  Whether it's through capital support, operational enhancements, or key strategic initiatives, we look to help our owners unlock value for all stakeholders.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Nov 2021
acquired

Go Global Brand Investment Platform

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Go Global Retail is a team of experienced retail, Ecommerce and consumer brand leaders that understand the challenges that brands and retailers are facing.  We are an investment platform bringing operational experience to the M&A process and asset management post acquisition.  The Go Global team participated in more than 10 acquisitions and helped to improve EBITDA by over $250 million combined.Go Global specializes in business strategy and process optimization, supply chain and operations, technology including infrastructure and systems, organizational strategy and organizational talent…
Most Recent Transactions
Advisor
Jun 2004
secured investment from

Newgate Capital Holdings

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Newgate Capital Holdings is a diversified financial services platform. We provide funding, advisory and investment banking services to small and medium sized clients. Our finance unit provides consumer, commercial and real estate lending products. Our advisory unit offers banking, acquisition, restructuring and asset management consulting services. We provide a full suite of services for buy-side and sell-side investment banking needs as well.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jan 2018
invested in

Mission Financial Limited LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
MISSION FINANCIAL LIMITED LLCSpecialized Financial Boutique & Independent Sponsor Group / Advisory GroupAs an Independent Sponsor and Advisory Group, our specialized financial boutique is a team of seasoned bankers and tax experts whose combined expertise we believe is unmatched in the marketplace. Whether it is analyzing EBITDA or negotiating the terms and conditions of a prospective transaction it is our goal to create a structure that allows for both our Owner/ Partners and our PE Partners to win. Utilizing our vast relationships our objective is simple: To partner with successful…
Most Recent Transactions
Advisor
Feb 2022
secured investment from

True Vines LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
True Vines is helping finance businesses positively impacting the world in the midst of what we consider a massive shift. Our focus is particularly on businesses empowering the global digital transformation. We have mandates in the US and Africa with public and private sector stakeholders.
Most Recent Transactions
Advisor
Dec 2021
secured debt financing from

Nima Asset Management, LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Nima Asset Management LLC was formed in 2008 to identify and purse direct special situation investments.  The Founder of Nima has extensive experience across a range of industries and financing types.  We have several active projects underway.  We actively seek value added co-investors.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Feb 2017
invested in

5 Star Service Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Builders with a Passion for Providing Excellent Service to Small Businesses and Their OwnersSignificant acquisition, management, and operational experience across a variety of services industries 35+ successfully closed acquisitions and sales processes for over $5Bn Exclusively focused on working with entrepreneurs to scale small businesses 
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jul 2020
acquired

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