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Axial

Deal origination platform for lower-middle market

Overview

Axial operates an online deal origination and deal marketing platform for the North American lower middle market. It helps business owners prepare for an exit and confidentially research, connect and transact with M&A advisers and capital partners. The platform matches buyers and sellers of small and medium-sized companies and supports debt, equity and M&A transactions. Its members include business owners, M&A advisers, private equity firms, family offices, independent sponsors, search funds, strategic buyers and other capital providers. Axial focuses on private companies in the United States and Canada, generally with annual revenue of approximately $5 million to $250 million. Axial is headquartered in New York and privately held. Its services cover deal sourcing, transaction marketing, buyer research, deal origination and access to private capital markets.

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Industries

Data & AnalyticsConsultingEnterprise SoftwareFinancial Services

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$33.5M

Headquarters

New York City, United States

Founded

2010

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Funding

Total Funding

$33.5M

Below

Industry Average

Funded Over

4 Rounds

Notable Investors:
Series C funding is usually for startups that are doing well and are looking for more money to fuel major growth, such as acquiring other companies, expanding into global markets, or launching new product lines. Investors typically include larger venture capital firms and private equity.
Series C Funding Comparison
Below Average

Industry standards

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Remote Work Options
  • Hybrid Work Options
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Wellness Program

Company News

PR Newswire
Jun 7th, 2024
Bradley Smith Of Vertess Recognized In Axial'S Top Deals Of 2023

FORT WORTH, Texas, June 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- VERTESS (http://vertess.com), a leading healthcare mergers and acquisitions (MA) advisory firm is pleased to announce that Managing Director / Partner Bradley Smith was recognized as MA advisor for one of Axial's (http://axial.net) Top 8 Deals of 2023. Axial is a private deal network serving professionals who own, advise, and invest in North American companies. His medical device manufacturing transaction was named the top transaction across the healthcare industry last year and healthcare transactions ranked fifth across all industries making up 9.2% of all transactions closed last year. The other top industries included Industrials (39.9%), Consumer Goods (12.8%), Technology (10.7%), and Business Services (9.8%). According to Axial, the average revenue on healthcare transactions in 2023 was $10.3M and EBITDA was $2.6M while median revenue was $6.4M and median EBITDA was $1.5M. Nominations for the award were sourced from the research and business development teams, who reviewed over 2,000 deals based on multiple criteria, including highest deal flow volume and level of buyer interest generated

PR Newswire
May 9th, 2024
Vertess Posts Strong Q1 2024, Ranked #1 M&A Firm By Axial

FORT WORTH, Texas, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- VERTESS (http://vertess.com), a leading healthcare mergers and acquisitions (MA) advisory firm, was recently named the #1 lower middle market investment bank for Q1 2024 by Axial (http://axial.net), a private deal network serving professionals who own, advise, and invest in North American companies. The first quarter of 2024 saw 2,534 total sellside deals marketed on the Axial platform, which was an increase from the previous two quarters. In particular, healthcare was the industry with the highest pursuit rate on the platform. http://vertess.com. https://www.axial.net/forum/top-25-lower-middle-market-investment-banks-q1-2024/

PR Newswire
Dec 27th, 2023
Tusk Partners Celebrates Another Historic Year

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In 2023, TUSK Partners ("TUSK"), the premier healthcare M&A Advisor, had the privilege of representing our clients in monumental transactions and continued educating practice owners on the value of their practice. This year TUSK Partners completed transactions totaling over $1 Billon of value, continuing the strong growth trajectory since the company's founding.This accomplishment is a testament to the commitment of the TUSK team who continues to deliver exceptional results for our clients. Below is a recap of the year that was for TUSK:Team GrowthTUSK Partners expanded its team with the addition of Connor Jorgensen, Director. Connor has dedicated his career to the healthcare industry for the past 10 years in various leadership roles. Connor's knowledge and expertise are valuable additions to the TUSK team.Ryan Mingus, Managing Director of TUSK Partners, shared, "I am elated to have Connor join our team of industry experts

Yahoo Finance
Oct 11th, 2023
Act Capital Advisors Ranked Among Top 6 Most Recommended Advisors On The"Axial Advisor 100" List For 2023

The Advisor 100 Includes the Most Referred LMM Sell-Side M&A AdvisorsSEATTLE, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ACT Capital Advisors, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is excited to announce its inclusion in the Axial Advisor 100 list for 2023. This esteemed recognition solidifies ACT's position as one of North America's most highly regarded sell-side M&A firms.To assemble the Axial Advisor 100, Axial surveyed their buy-side membership, requesting they name the investment banks and sell-side M&A advisors whom they trust and respect most across three categories:Individual Deal QualityOverall Deal VolumeProcess EffectivenessACT Capital Advisors has consistently demonstrated excellence in these areas, earning clients' and peers' trust and respect. Notably, ACT Capital Advisors was ranked among the top six most frequently recommended M&A advisors on the list for process effectiveness."Being recognized on Axial's Top 100 list is a testament to our team's unwavering commitment and exceptional expertise," said Robert Hild, Chairman and CEO at ACT Capital Advisors. "We are honored to stand alongside the industry's finest and look forward to continuing to provide top-tier advisory services to our clients."Download the Axial Advisor 100 eBook with more information here.About ACT Capital AdvisorsACT Capital Advisors is a premier mergers & and acquisitions firm representing lower-middle-market companies across all industries. ACT has a 37-year history of deal-making, closing 250+ transactions, and unlocking over $1.5 billion in wealth for its clients

Newswire
Nov 17th, 2022
Axial'S 2022 Lower Middle Market Pursuits Report Highlights The Market'S Stability In The Face Of Volatility

Axial, the online M&A platform for small business acquisitions, has released its Q3 2022 Lower Middle Market Pursuits Report. Lower middle market buyers grew more serious in the third quarter, with LOI activity beginning to reflect the top of funnel activity witnessed in the first half of 2022. Download The Q3 2022 Lower Middle Market Pursuits Report

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