Strategy

Our Strategy

We take cash generated from our operating companies and reinvest it back into our companies to help them grow or use it to acquire additional businesses within the holding company.

We are focused on buying and growing great small businesses that earn $1 – 3 million of cash flow per year. We are based in Texas and also invest through the Southeastern US.

Our Roots

We grew up in a family of small business owners. After working as investors and business leaders, we founded Brightleaf Holdings to buy great companies and build them over the long-term.

Investment Approach

Our approach is the foundation of our trusted, successful partnerships with owners and management teams.

People-first style

We have a dual mission: to build companies where our both our employees and customers thrive. We know that investing in our teams, acting with integrity, and creating great cultures is the foundation for building great companies.

Business builder mindset

We’ve been in the trenches. We understand the challenges and excitement of running a business. We are hands-on and view our role as empowering our management teams to succeed.

Long-term focus

Our unique holding company model allows us to invest with no intention of selling. Our goal is sustainable growth and resilience over decades not quarters. Unlike other investors, we don’t plan to “flip” investments after a few years.

Our Investment Criteria

Brightleaf Holdings invests in small and medium-sized companies in the United States, with a focus on Texas and the Southeastern US.

Our primary investment criteria include:

Cash flow between $1 million and $3 million
Durable demand for the company’s services
Happy, loyal customers
History of consistent profitability
Capable team with a healthy culture

If you’re thinking about selling your company, we would enjoy learning more about your goals, and sharing any help we can, even if we aren’t the right partner for you.