Boxwood Partners Advises International Franchise Professionals Group on its Sale to Levine Leichtman Capital Partners
Leading M&A Advisory Firm Supports Continued Growth and Industry Leadership with Latest Sale
JUPITER, Fla. (July 9, 2025) - Boxwood Partners, a leading boutique investment bank, is pleased to announce the sale of International Franchise Professionals Group (“IFPG” or the “Company”) to CNL Strategic Capital, an investment vehicle sub-managed by Levine Leichtman Capital Partners (“LLCP”). The transaction marks a significant milestone for IFPG, the largest tech-enabled membership network and marketplace connecting franchisors, franchise consultants, and vendors.
Founded in 2012 by CEO Don Daszkowski, IFPG has established itself as a leader in the franchise industry, earning the distinction as the No. 1 franchise broker network on Entrepreneur magazine’s list of top franchise suppliers for six consecutive years. IFPG’s partnership with Princeton Equity Group has driven transformative growth since 2022, further solidifying its position as a premier resource for franchise professionals.
“We are proud to have supported Don, Matt, and the Princeton team, alongside IFPG and its stakeholders, in this transaction,” said Brian Alas, Managing Director at Boxwood. “IFPG’s innovation, strong partnership with Princeton, and outstanding industry reputation make it a leader in the franchise sector.”
Boxwood continues to establish itself within the franchise services sector having now advised on 4 transactions in the sector including, IFPG, Franchise Fastlane, FranDevCo, and iFranchise Group over the last 3 years.
“Boxwood’s franchise expertise and guidance throughout the process was instrumental,” said Daszkowski. “We are excited for this next chapter with CNL Strategic Capital and grateful for the dedication of our team and advisors who helped make this possible.”
Boxwood and BrightTower served as the financial advisors to IFPG and Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP served as legal counsel.
Boxwood Partners continues to strengthen its role as a trusted advisor to both franchisors and franchisees, successfully facilitating numerous buy-side and sell-side transactions across the franchise industry, including home services, wellness, home care, and more.
About Boxwood Partners
Boxwood Partners, LLC, is a boutique investment bank based in Jupiter, Florida with offices in Richmond, Virginia. Boxwood Partners combines a unique blend of senior-level transaction advisory, business operating experience, and proven process execution skills to give its clients a distinct advantage in the market. The firm’s extensive relationships within the global capital and buyer communities (including U.S. and international private equity groups, corporations, and lenders) and other essential transaction-related service providers such as consultants, attorneys, and accountants, ensure that the firm’s clients receive the attention, service, and results they deserve. For more information about Boxwood Partners, please visit www.boxwoodpartners.com.
About International Franchise Professionals Group
The International Franchise Professionals Group is a membership-based organization focused on connecting franchisors, franchise consultants, and other franchise professionals to help individuals find and invest in franchise opportunities. IFPG emphasizes integrity, ethics, and collaboration in its operations, acting as a network that facilitates connections between those seeking to buy franchises and the brands offering them. Learn more about IFPG at IFPG.org.
About Levine Leichtman Capital Partners
Levine Leichtman Capital Partners is a middle-market private equity firm based in Los Angeles with a 40-year track record of investing in partnership with management teams. The firm manages over $9 billion in assets and focuses on targeted sectors including business services, education, engineered products, and healthcare. LLCP takes a structured private equity approach, combining capital investment with strategic support to drive long-term growth. Learn more about LLCP at LLCP.com.