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Stallion Finance

Independent Sponsor
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Stallion Finance ("Horses not Unicorns") is a private equity firm that invests in and acquires small businesses with the goal of growing them through predefined strategic improvement initiatives. Our team of professional entrepreneurs utilize both private equity investment and hands-on operating expertise, to design and implement our proven operating playbook. We target tenured (no start-ups) companies generating between $0.5mm to $5mm of EBITDA. While we are industry agnostic, we have a particular focus on internet based, software or technology companies that are generating…
Most Recent Transactions
Advisor
May 2019
secured investment from
Investor
Nov 2018
invested in
Investor
May 2014
invested in
Investor
Apr 2010
invested in

Sheridan Hill Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Sheridan Hill Partners is an Illinois-based investment and operating firm that partners with established businesses in helping them achieve their next level of growth.We are operational leaders experienced in growing businesses who invest our own personal capital directly, as well as capital from a small network of investors.
Most Recent Transactions
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Apr 2022
acquired
Investor
Jul 2021
acquired
Investor
Jun 2021
invested in
Investor
Aug 2019
acquired

Healy Capital Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Firm DescriptionHealy Capital Partners (“HCP”) is a private equity investment firm focused on partnering with closely held and family-owned companies, where we can be a value-added investor. We seek out investments in lower middle market companies in which we can establish a truly collaborative partnership with all constituents to accelerate growth. HCP partners with management teams to build sustainable value in businesses over the long-term, without the artificial constraints fundraising cycles create for more traditional private equity funds.Over the past 20 years, we have invested…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Apr 2021
acquired
Investor
Apr 2021
acquired
Investor
Dec 2019
invested in

Bozzino Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Multi-strategy Private Investment firm offering capital connections, deal proficiency and exceptional operational background, augmented by its relationship with global transformational consulting firm Bozzino & Company (“B&Co.”). We invest across a range of industry verticals and geographies, as Independent Sponsor, with a bias for high-growth, North American-based businesses. $7Bn of deals assessed and $100M of transactions executed.Profile: Buy-side/Sell-side M&A Buyout / Acquisitions Growth Capital / Capital RaiseTurnaround/Performance GrowthStrategy and Management…
Most Recent Transactions
Advisor
Sep 2023
secured investment from
Advisor
Aug 2023
secured investment from
Advisor
Apr 2021
was acquired by

127 Wall

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
127 Wall supports promising entrepreneurs and businesses by delivering the thoughtful capital and operational insight that they need in order to effectively scale. Our flexible investment mandate allows us to provide solutions across the transaction spectrum, from retiring owner-operators in need of complete exits to expanding businesses seeking accelerated growth.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Nov 2021
acquired
Investor
Sep 2021
acquired

Tightrope Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Tightrope Capital’s team consists of professionals with more than 50 years of combined operating and investment experience. We have broad experience investing in, managing, and operating more than 25 companies across a diverse array of industry sectors. Furthermore, we have successfully operated through multiple economic cycles.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Apr 2022
acquired
Investor
Dec 2021
acquired

Worthwhile Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Worthwhile Partners was founded by Jason Young and Matthew Smith in 2021. Our firm seeks to identify and acquire an established operating business. We intend to manage the acquired target in a way that reflects our business ethos and enhances the existing culture, duration, efficiency and growth of the enterprise. Our core values of integrity, honesty and transparency underpin our approach. We are open to partnering with existing management. Young and Smith have over 40 years of combined institutional investment and entrepreneurial experience across public and private investments, spanning 8…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jun 2021
invested in
Investor
May 2021
invested in

Bellview Capital Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Bellview Capital Partners is a privately held LLC focused on acquiring and operating enterprises in the industrial and business services sector. We offer liquidity to business owners who are looking to retire and hand over the stressful life of operating a business.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired
Investor
Aug 2023
acquired

Park Lane Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Park Lane Capital is an alternative investment manager looking to acquire businesses in Texas and California. Our focus is on delivering strong investment performance and creating measurable value for all stakeholders.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Aug 2023
secured debt financing from
Investor
Aug 2023
secured debt financing from

Prisma Group

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Prisma Group is an experienced Independent Sponsor located in Raleigh, North Carolina. We work with business owners, managers and investors to create and grow Enterprise Value within small and medium-sized private companies. We accomplish this through our:· investment activities which marry ownership transition opportunities with the right set of capital to enable existing companies to reach their next level of performance,· suite of commercial business development services targeted at growing revenues in core and adjacent markets, international expansion as well as…
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jun 2016
acquired
Investor
Dec 2012
acquired

Optimal Investment Group

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
Optimal Investment Group (OIG) is a private investment firm focused on investing in lower middle market business acquisitions throughout North America. OIG invests in companies we believe show potential for growth and increased profitability.OIG is flexible and growth-minded, utilizing our vast experience to help portfolio companies reach their full potential. Our investment process allows us to analyze and close transactions quickly, frequently within 30-60 days.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jan 2018
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

At Nexus

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
AT Nexus The defining link between Today's & Tomorrow's Healthcare Specializing in sourcing, acquiring and growing investments in lower middle market healthcare service companies ranging from $2M-$10M EBITDA.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Dec 2023
secured debt financing from

MSP

Independent Sponsor
  • 1 Total Closed Deal
We are an investment firm focused on acquiring sub-$5m EBITDA manufacturing and industrial companies. Equity is already spoken for on deals and debt is sourced from a tight network of lenders. We are open to opportunities all over the USA.Leadership TeamOur leadership team comprises executives with 110 years of combined experience and over 300+ transactions behind them with a deal value of $2+ Billion. The team includes former KPMG partners, merchant bankers, former General Counsel to billion-dollar corporations and former mechanical engineers.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Aug 2023
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

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…

Ayucus

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Ayucus 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.

ThreeHill Capital Partners

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

ThreeHill Capital Partners is a Boston-based holding company actively seeking to acquire a small to medium sized company operating in the “core services” space. ThreeHill defines a core services company as one which provides a critical or essential product or service within a specific market in the broader economy (i.e., logistics, freight, distribution, manufacturing, construction, among others). Launched by John M. Yanchek and Tucker P. Donahoe, CAIA, two experienced investor/entrepreneurs with significant transactional and operational expertise, the partners are looking to operate and…

Ostrom Capital Partners

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Emily Bergstrom is a Booth MBA with over 18 years of leadership experience looking for a small company to acquire and operate for the long term. She spent 12 years at McMaster-Carr Supply Co, a privately held industrial supplies distributor much loved and respected by makers worldwide. During her career there, she was exposed to every aspect of the business from product management to operations to sales and accounting.  Emily’s time at McMaster-Carr taught her the importance of listening – to customers, to business partners, and to employees.  She believes that employee-owned…

Great Circle

Independent Sponsor

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Michael Wexler and Damon Tassone are executives and entrepreneurs with 20+ years of leadership experience building, scaling, and operating start-ups and Fortune 500 organizations.Start-ups. Most recently Michael was COO and CFO of Affera, a venture backed medical device company which he helped sell to Medtronic in 2022 for $925MM. Prior to that, he was founder + CEO of HiWired (sold to Radialpoint) and ANSWR. Damon is a three-time founder + president of Site59 (sold to Travelocity), Intent, and Black Crow AI. He helped lead the first two to >$100MM in gross sales, and the third from $0 to…

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