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Acquisto Financial Advisory LLP

Independent Sponsor
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
Acquisto is a Boston based private investment firm committed to a buy and build strategy in the middle market. We focus on investments in growing companies, mostly in fragmented industries. We are particularly interested in Healthcare, Software, Tech-Enabled Services, and Industrial companies. Our team has extensive Global Capital Markets experience and we work with capital partners to create long term value for our portfolio companies.Experience:Acquisto's operating members have decades of experience in global capital markets, as well operational experience gained at multi-billion-dollar…
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Apr 2024
secured investment from
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Sep 2019
invested in
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Sep 2018
was acquired by
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Mar 2018
was acquired by

LV2 Equity Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
LV2 Equity Partners is a Midwest based private investment group whose objective is to acquire controlling interest positions in niche manufacturers, value-added distributors and specialty service companies. We invest in companies that have the potential for substantial growth and profit improvement. LV2 will both partner with an owner/entrepreneur as well as acquire businesses outright. Corporate divestitures are particularly attractive. Profitability is preferred but not required. Total transaction size ranges between $1 - $20 million, and target company revenue level typically ranges…
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May 2016
invested in
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Sep 2015
acquired
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Jun 2014
invested in
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Jan 2012
acquired

DW Healthcare Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
DW Healthcare Partners is a private equity firm focused exclusively on the healthcare industry. The firm manages over $800 million in committed capital and invests in profitable healthcare companies with proven management teams.DW Healthcare Partners is led by seasoned healthcare executives with more than 110 years of combined industry experience. The firm provides the capital, strategic guidance, and acquisition expertise to help mid-to-late-stage companies realize their potential for growth.
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Dec 2017
invested in
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May 2017
acquired
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Dec 2016
acquired
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Nov 2016
invested in

AIM Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
AIM Capital is a private equity group located in Coconut Grove, FL which makes control and non-control investments in high growth companies that have accomplished profitability and product/market fit. AIM Capital seeks to create synergy between our investments and develop transformational platforms. We combine the talent of our team in Marketing, Operations, Finance, and Legal with the talent within the companies to generate and execute on integral growth plans. Our goal is to always create long-term value by building great businesses in partnership with the leadership team. In every…
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired

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…
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May 2019
secured investment from
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Nov 2018
invested in
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May 2014
invested in
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Apr 2010
invested in

Elston Capital Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
At ECP, we believe focusing solely on one industry brings with it several advantages. First, because we have reviewed hundreds of potential transactions we have a solid knowledge base to compare opportunities. Secondly, this focus allowed us to develop and maintain an extensive base of contacts among the service providers to the industry including investment bankers, surety companies and brokers and lenders that are comfortable in the space. By focusing on a limited number of investments, we have time for in-depth involvement. Together with our industry knowledge, we believe that this…
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Jul 2011
acquired
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Apr 2011
acquired
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Sep 2010
acquired
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Apr 2008
acquired

SPUR Acquisitions

Independent Sponsor
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
SPUR is accelerating the succession process for business owners by bringing capital and proven leadership to every portfolio company we acquire. SPUR's unique model focuses on hiring outstanding CEOs and enabling them to select, acquire, and grow great businesses in a simple and fair transaction process.Each of SPUR's Operating Partners is seeking to acquire a business, transition into the role of CEO, and execute the growth plan. To find out more about our Operating Partners and their areas of focus, see the active projects in our profile.At its core, SPUR is in the business of building…
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Dec 2021
acquired
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Jul 2021
acquired
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Dec 2020
acquired
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Sep 2020
acquired

RTC Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
RTC Partners is a private investment firm that specializes in building middle market growth platforms. Together with management partners, we build market-leading companies through a combination of acquisitive and organic growth, while establishing highly professionalized corporate infrastructures that are capable of scaling organizations to the next level. Our strategies focus on high-growth niches of professional, business, and healthcare services industries.
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Feb 2023
acquired

Tushar

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
TM Holdings is a private investment firm that seeks investment opportunities alongside great management teams. Our goal is to invest in companies with competitive dynamics that drive long-term value.While markets change and the universe of investment opportunities continually evolves, our investment criteria remains the same. We target equity investments in privately-held businesses that are ripe for disruption. We prefer to invest alongside management teams who want to maintain an active role, or who are open to a succession plan. While every investment requires a significant amount of…
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Dec 2022
invested in
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Nov 2021
invested in
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Jun 2021
acquired

Dark Alpha Capital LLC

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
At Dark Alpha, our investment strategy revolves around acquiring and enhancing cash-generating companies within select sectors. As a nascent entity, we prioritize industries with significant growth potential including manufacturing, business services, health care, aerospace & defense, and industrial services.Thesis-Driven Investment StrategyOur in-house industry advisors identify industries poised for disruptive growth by studying macroeconomic factors, technological advancements, and regulatory changes. The selected thesis is further substantiated by examining industry reports,…
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May 2021
acquired
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Nov 2020
acquired
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May 2020
acquired

KLV Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
At KLV, our investment goes beyond capital. We provide companies with an unmatched level of real-world operations experience and proven value-add resources that drive success. Our team leverages its decades of hands-on experience building and leading businesses to help companies streamline operations, invest in human capital, instill a lasting culture, and accelerate growth. We are a partner you can trust to lead your company in the right direction.Our core mission is simple. We will only partner with companies where we have authentic knowledge, we will always focus on developing…
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Mar 2020
acquired
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Dec 2019
acquired
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Aug 2019
acquired

RunTide Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
RunTide looks to invest in companies where our capital can be used as a catalyst for growth at a transformational point in a company’s development. RunTide partners with management to build businesses with sustainable value. We bring experience and resources to our investments to support management teams through business and economic cycles and coach them through the challenges of rapid growth.
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Feb 2018
invested in
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Nov 2017
acquired
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Feb 2017
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…
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Apr 2021
acquired
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Apr 2021
acquired
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Dec 2019
invested in

One Park Place Ventures

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
One Park Place Ventures LLC ("OPPV") is a pre-IPO Emerging Growth Company. At the current stage the company is operating as fundless sponsor for early stage event driven actively managed macro strategies in Real Estate and Longevity Mortality Risk based investments and is putting together other investments and investing strategies in diversified select industries, including a SPAC (Special Purpose Acquisition Company). Long/Short Strategies and Managed Futures. Subsidiary of Pre Fi Group Companies. -- Risk Management, Financial Solutions Structuring and Integration. Asset Management,…
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Mar 2008
was acquired by
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Sep 2005
acquired

Compass Partners

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Compass Partners Capital (www.compasspartners.com) is a private investment firm focused on helping companies seize 21st century opportunities. Compass invests in high-priority aerospace, defense, and industrial platforms to create value for investors through active management. The Compass team’s multi-disciplinary backgrounds of deep investment and industry experience, complements a core ethos centered on trust and collaboration, passion for excellence, and an enduring belief in humility and adaptability. As patriotic investors, Compass partners with owners, investors, and management teams…
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Mar 2020
acquired
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Jul 2019
acquired

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.
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired

Green Stride

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Green Stride works with cashflow-positive businesses with established teams of 2-20 employees generating $1M-$5M in annual revenue. We focus on B2B services businesses with at least 25% contractually recurring revenue that can materially benefit from improvement in sales and operations. We look for 1-20% annual growth and strong customer retention.
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Dec 2023
acquired
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Nov 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.
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Aug 2023
secured debt financing from
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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…
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Jun 2016
acquired
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Dec 2012
acquired

Paradise Capital

Independent Sponsor
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
Browndale Capital is the investment arm of our family office - Paradise Capital. https://www.paradisecapital.biz/ We advise business owners on how to exit their business both personally and financially-strong. In cases where the owners do not wish to run a formal "process" we will invest our own capital to help the owner with an alternative path to transitioning out of the business. With 4 platform investments, we are looking for strategic add-ons to bolster our portfolio.
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Jan 2024
secured investment from
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Dec 2023
was acquired by

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