Axial, founded in 2009, positions itself as the go-to online platform for small business M&A (Mergers and Acquisitions), catering specifically to the lower middle market. The company’s slogan, "The trusted online platform for small business M&A," defines its mission—offering a secure and intelligent space for business owners and their advisors to connect with strategic and financial partners.
Headquartered in New York, NY, Axial leverages its extensive network of over 10,000 financial investors, M&A advisory firms, and company executives to facilitate transactions for companies earning between $5M and $250M in revenue. Since its inception, the platform has successfully overseen more than 2000 closed transactions, demonstrating its efficacy and growing influence in the finance sector.
Operating at the intersection of Finance, Information Technology, Internet, and Social Media, Axial last attracted a Venture Round investment in 2018, anchored by investor LionTree. This backing highlights the market's confidence in Axial's trajectory within the U.S. and Canadian business landscapes.