Private Equity & Independent Sponsor
Strategic Acquisitions Led by ICONIA PARTNERS
Private Equity & Independent Sponsor
At ICONIA PARTNERS, we operate as an Independent Sponsor, sourcing, acquiring, and scaling privately held businesses alongside a network of family offices, private equity groups, institutions, and direct co-investors. As an independent sponsor, we identify high-quality companies, negotiate transactions, arrange capital, and partner with existing owners or management teams to create long-term enterprise value.
Unlike traditional private equity funds, the independent sponsor model provides greater flexibility, stronger alignment, and the ability to structure deals that reflect the needs of both investors and business owners.
This model allows ICONIA to raise capital on a deal-by-deal basis, selecting only the opportunities where we have strong conviction and a clear value creation strategy.
Our approach blends the discipline and rigor of private equity with the agility of a boutique investment firm.
We Are Not Just Advisors — We Are Acquirers.
ICONIA identifies opportunities where our operational experience, investor relationships, and strategic insight allow us to create meaningful value. We acquire businesses directly, co-invest alongside our capital partners, and provide leadership, governance, and advisory support post-transaction.
We work with founders who want to de-risk, transition leadership, bring on an active growth partner, or execute a structured succession plan.
Proprietary Deal Sourcing
Our sourcing engine is built on years of M&A advisory work across Australia, the US, and global markets. This allows ICONIA to access proprietary, founder-led opportunities that are rarely available through traditional channels.
Our sourcing process includes:
Deep sector research and thesis-driven targeting
Proprietary outreach to founder-led businesses
Alignment discussions with owners
Direct introductions from capital partners and industry executives
Assessment of strategic and operational fit
We focus on sectors where we bring domain knowledge, operational leverage, and a clear ability to unlock value.
Investment Strategy & Target Criteria
ICONIA targets companies with strong fundamentals, compelling economics, and meaningful growth potential. Typical criteria include:
EBITDA: $2M–$5M
Geography: Australia, North America
Business types: Industrials, specialty manufacturing, infrastructure services, field services, real estate, and selected consumer verticals.
Ownership: Founder-led or family-owned
Deal types: Owner succession, carve-outs, under-optimised or under-performing platforms, or distressed businesses or assets.
Key Attributes We Seek
Predictable and recurring revenue models
Strong gross margins and operating leverage
Clear competitive advantage or niche positioning
Fatigued ownership or lack of succession planning
Opportunity for bolt-ons, pricing improvements, or margin expansion
We look for businesses where we can bring sophisticated strategy, operational improvements, financial discipline, and long-term value creation.
Capital Partner Alignment
ICONIA partners with a trusted network of:
Family offices
Private equity firms
Private credit funds
Institutional co-investors
Strategic corporate partners
For each acquisition, we assemble a capital solution tailored to the specific deal – ensuring the right mix of equity, debt, and structured capital.
Our capital partners value our deal leadership, diligence capabilities, industry insights, and ability to originate opportunities not available elsewhere.
Building Value Through Ownership Starts Here
If you are considering selling your company, seeking a growth partner, or looking to co-invest in high-quality opportunities, ICONIA PARTNERS is ready to lead.
ICONIA PARTNERS
Strategic acquisitions led with discipline, alignment, and long-term partnership.
Private Equity & Independent Sponsor
At ICONIA PARTNERS, we operate as an Independent Sponsor, sourcing, acquiring, and scaling privately held businesses alongside a network of family offices, private equity groups, institutions, and direct co-investors. As an independent sponsor, we identify high-quality companies, negotiate transactions, arrange capital, and partner with existing owners or management teams to create long-term enterprise value.
Unlike traditional private equity funds, the independent sponsor model provides greater flexibility, stronger alignment, and the ability to structure deals that reflect the needs of both investors and business owners.
This model allows ICONIA to raise capital on a deal-by-deal basis, selecting only the opportunities where we have strong conviction and a clear value creation strategy.
Our approach blends the discipline and rigor of private equity with the agility of a boutique investment firm.
We Are Not Just Advisors — We Are Acquirers.
ICONIA identifies opportunities where our operational experience, investor relationships, and strategic insight allow us to create meaningful value. We acquire businesses directly, co-invest alongside our capital partners, and provide leadership, governance, and advisory support post-transaction.
We work with founders who want to de-risk, transition leadership, bring on an active growth partner, or execute a structured succession plan.
Proprietary Deal Sourcing
Our sourcing engine is built on years of M&A advisory work across Australia, the US, and global markets. This allows ICONIA to access proprietary, founder-led opportunities that are rarely available through traditional channels.
Our sourcing process includes:
Deep sector research and thesis-driven targeting
Proprietary outreach to founder-led businesses
Alignment discussions with owners
Direct introductions from capital partners and industry executives
Assessment of strategic and operational fit
We focus on sectors where we bring domain knowledge, operational leverage, and a clear ability to unlock value.
Investment Strategy & Target Criteria
ICONIA targets companies with strong fundamentals, compelling economics, and meaningful growth potential. Typical criteria include:
EBITDA: $2M–$5M
Geography: Australia, North America
Business types: Industrials, specialty manufacturing, infrastructure services, field services, real estate, and selected consumer verticals.
Ownership: Founder-led or family-owned
Deal types: Owner succession, carve-outs, under-optimised or under-performing platforms, or distressed businesses or assets.
Key Attributes We Seek
Predictable and recurring revenue models
Strong gross margins and operating leverage
Clear competitive advantage or niche positioning
Fatigued ownership or lack of succession planning
Opportunity for bolt-ons, pricing improvements, or margin expansion
We look for businesses where we can bring sophisticated strategy, operational improvements, financial discipline, and long-term value creation.
Capital Partner Alignment
ICONIA partners with a trusted network of:
Family offices
Private equity firms
Private credit funds
Institutional co-investors
Strategic corporate partners
For each acquisition, we assemble a capital solution tailored to the specific deal – ensuring the right mix of equity, debt, and structured capital.
Our capital partners value our deal leadership, diligence capabilities, industry insights, and ability to originate opportunities not available elsewhere.
Building Value Through Ownership Starts Here
If you are considering selling your company, seeking a growth partner, or looking to co-invest in high-quality opportunities, ICONIA PARTNERS is ready to lead.
ICONIA PARTNERS
Strategic acquisitions led with discipline, alignment, and long-term partnership.