Ownership Intelligence
WHO'S STILL OWNED.
WHO SOLD.
A running record of ownership across the tattoo industry. Every PE acquisition, every sale, every operator still holding the line. Updated as deals happen.
Industry Owned
PE / Corporate Owned
Sold / Status Unknown
STILL INDUSTRY OWNED
Operators who built it and still own it.
| Studio / Group | Operator | Locations | Markets | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Tattoo Society | Ryan & Nicole Harrell | 5 | Fort Bragg, Camp Lejeune, Fort Bliss, Fort Drum, Norfolk | Largest independently owned military market tattoo group |
SOLD OR ACQUIRED
Studios and groups that have transferred to PE or corporate ownership.
| Studio / Group | Acquired By | Year | Locations | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Voltage Tattoo | Undisclosed | 2022 | 1 | Sold following owner's departure from industry |
| Tattoo Nation | Private Equity | 2021 | 10+ | Multi-location chain acquired |
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