Join other multi-business owners, operators, and executives to meet, learn, scale, and grow. Feb 8-11, 2027. (Formerly HoldCo Conference)
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2 weeks left for EARLY BIRD TICKETS to Compound Conference. (Formerly HoldCo Conf)
Limited numbers available. Save your spot now with code GIRDLEY.
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Registration is live and early bird pricing is available. This event is for entrepreneurs who make their teams feel like this 👇
If you can relate, then you'll be right at home at holdcoconf.com
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If this sounds like you then you’re gonna be right at home at HoldCoConf
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🗻 HoldCo Conference 2025 is bringing the best in the business to Sundance, UT (March 31 - April 3)!
Learn from top HoldCo Entrepreneurs and Investors:
✅ Incubating an 8-figure biz (@girdley)
✅ The Bench Acquisition Story (@JesseTinsley)
✅ Selling a business in 2025 (@petelehrman)
✅ When it goes wrong (@kelceylehrich)
✅ Why HoldCos > PE Funds (@SievaKozinsky)
✅ Lessons from a Green Beret (@LoganLeslie)
✅ Using media to grow (@WilsonCompanies)
✅ Acquisition Trends (@walkerdeibel)
✅ HoldCo legal structuring (@SMB_Attorney)
✅ Franchising in a HoldCo (@ConnorGroce)
✅ The case for rollups (@RegZeller)
✅ Managing remote teams (@chrisxmunn)
✅ Great partnerships (@CoFoundersNik & @mhp_guy)
✅ Building a generational HoldCo (The Dolan Family)
And more coming soon...
🌟 This is the HoldCo event of the year!
🎟️ Get your ticket now: Less than twenty remain
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We're scaling up the meme machine. Tag some friends, give us a RT if you like it, and buckle up for some non-stop jokes about EBITDA, roll-ups, PG'd loans, and more.
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This is what it feels like to wait for amortization to pay down debt while your COO scales up team and infrastructure.
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HoldCo Conference 2025 is on.
If you're someone who
- runs a HoldCo
- wants to run a HoldCo in the future
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- wants to learn how to manage multiple businesses at once
- wants to learn how to incubate companies
- wants to connect with other HoldCo practitioners, then hit the slopes with me at an amazing resort…
Then you should come join @girdley + @WilsonCompanies in Utah next spring.
Watch the video below for more details, and the link to buy early bird tickets is in our bio.
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If you spend more time dreaming about buying companies than running the ones you already own then HoldCoConf is for you!
Website and registration go live tomorrow!
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@kelceylehrich and @WilsonCompanies sure do know how to host!
If you were at HCC23, you felt the energy, heard the insights, and connected with your peers.
What was your favorite part about the conference? We want to hear about it below!
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We are excited to reveal our next speaker for HCC23!
This entrepreneur turned investor has started and sold many businesses...
Please welcome to the stage: @thomasince
Stay tuned for 2 more speaker reveals this week!
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If you need a reason to come to HCC23, we'll give you 9:
1. @girdley, HoldCo CEO, Entrepreneur, Investor
2. @markbrooks President and COO of @PermanentEquity
3. @thomasince, Investment Professional
4. @SievaKozinsky, Managing Partner at Enduring Ventures
5. Peter Fader, Professor at @Wharton, Co-Founder at Theta
6. Bryan Rand CEO of Rand and Co Holdings
7. James Higgins, Co-Founder and President of @chenholdco
8. Rick Simmons, CEO of @telosinstitute
9. Sean Joy, Executive Vice President of @chenholdco
Come to HCC23 and check out these amazing speakers on the main stage!
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At HoldCoConf22 we had 100+ Entrepreneurs, Founders, and CEOs of holding companies meet to talk about scaling their HoldCos. Here is a look at what happened...
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Overheard at @HoldCoConf
"So how did you get your start?"...
... "Well, you ever hear about those 95/5 SBA loans where you put down next nothing and lever up?"
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Posting this a bit late but wanted to share a behind the scenes look at what happened at HoldCoConf on Monday!
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🏔️ Speaker Alert! 🏔️
Thrilled to announce @chrisxmunn will be at HoldCo Conference 2025 in Sundance!
Chris will share his knowledge about remote ownership and delegation through building the Fairfield Company.
Don’t miss it! Early bird tickets are going fast!
🎟️ Link in bio. #HoldCoConf #FairfieldCompany #Sundance2025
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ICYMI: @SMB_Attorney will be joining us for HoldCo Conference 2025.
Eric and the team at @smblawgroup have been building quite the authority in the SMB M&A space and we couldn't be more excited to have Eric giving a structuring talk on the main stage this year.
Don't miss out. Less than 15 tickets remain for this year's conference.
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Excited to welcome @markbrooks, COO & President of @PermanentEquity, as a speaker at HCC23! 🎉
With a focus on long-term investments in diverse industries, Mark's insights are a must-hear. Join us to learn from his wealth of experience.
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SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENTS:
@emilyleldridge from @PermanentEquity
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Trish Higgins from @chenholdco
Both @PermanentEquity and @chenholdco are "unofficial founders" of the SMB Hold Co world and we are honored and excited to have them both on stage!
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Thank you to @Foundry216 for hosting HoldCo Bootcamp! Amazing Cleveland venue in the flats. Can’t wait to come back for some tank time in the near future!
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Ever wonder how the Pros structure their HoldCo?
We have a master class planned by @SMB_Attorney and @KHendersonCo moderated by @Sam_Rosati
Everybody wants to compound capital. Everybody wants to be Warren Buffet when they grow up.
The HoldCo Space is full of inspiration (@PermanentEquity @chenholdco @etc.)
Here is a thread from Enduring.Ventures on the topic of HoldCos and tax:
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There is a lot of debate about HoldCo strategy. Let's hear it in the comments. Are you building a vertically integrated conglomerate like @sweatystartup or a widely diversified portfolio like @Codie_Sanchez ?
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HoldCo Conference 2025 kicks off tomorrow!
We’re beyond excited to welcome operators, investors, and builders from all over to connect, learn, and grow together.
Safe travels to everyone coming in—we can’t wait to see you soon! 👋 #HoldCoConf2025 #HoldCoConference
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Join the ultimate gathering of HoldCo founders, executives, investors, and operators at HoldCo Conference 2023! 🎉 3 days of sessions, valuable networking, and amazing food & drinks in Cleveland. Secure your presale tickets now and get ready for an unforgettable experience.
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In the coming weeks we are going to launch our first annual HoldCo Survey!
What topics would you like to see covered?
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We are pumped about this — @JesseTinsley is joining as a speaker for HoldCo Conference.
If you’ve been under a rock, he runs an HR/recruiting Holdco called employer.com
And while you were drinking egg nog, he pulled off the acquisition of Bench right after it announced a shutdown.
Join us at the conference to hear how he did it.
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AND HERE WE GO!
HoldCo Conference 2025 is rocking and rolling!
#holdcoconf25 #holdcoconference
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HCC23 is on the horizon, and we've got the rundown with @WilsonCompanies and @kelceylehrich!
Presale tickets available until July 31st. Don't miss out on this opportunity. Grab your tickets now: holdcoconf.com/
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The relationship between capital providers and independent sponsors doesn't have to be difficult to navigate when it comes to securing deals.
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It's time to start rolling out some of our breakout session leaders.
We're super pumped that @CoFoundersNik and @mhp_guy will join us at HoldCo Conference 2025.
Tickets are going fast!
🎟️ Link in bio
#HoldCo #Cofounders #HoldCoConf2025
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The concept of "generational wealth" seems to be a recurring hot topic in entrepreneurial circles and even more so in HoldCos / MicroPE / Permanent Capital
What are your thoughts on the topic?
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It's time for our 6th speaker reveal!
Bryan Rand, CEO of Rand & Co Holdings, will grace the main stage.
Get ready for an exceptional experience at HCC this year!
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The holdco desire to buy a restaurant so you have somewhere to hang/hold meetings.
(Don’t say you haven’t thought about it)
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“You're the average of the five people spend the most time with” - Jim Rohn
You can go it alone or you can do it with friends. HoldCoConf is about leveling up your network of other multi-company entrepreneurs.
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@WilsonCompanies just finished up a great interview with @chenholdco Co-Founder James Higgins and EVP Sean Joy about hiring CEOs, allocating capital, balancing life goals, and more.
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We toured some great spaces yesterday.
@kelceylehrich, @WilsonCompanies, and the Chairman of the Board are ready to bring the fun to HCC23!
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🏔️ Speaker Alert! 🏔️
@walkerdeibel will be at HoldCo Conference 2025 in Sundance!
Walker is the author of Buy Then Build and will walk attendees through his knowledge gained on over $300,000,000 in transactions.
🎟️ Don’t miss it! Early bird tickets are going fast! 🎟️
#HoldCoConf #Acquisitionlab #Sundance2025
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If you're looking to start a HoldCo and you're buying your first or second company, we invite you to join us at HoldCo 101 Bootcamp!
This 1-day event is on April 20th, from 9am-5pm in Cleveland Ohio. (venue TBA shortly).
More info below 👇
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HoldCo 101 Bootcamp is THE place to start if you're ready to take the leap into the HoldCo world!
Join @WilsonCompanies and @kelceylehrich on April 20th in Cleveland, Ohio.
Register for HoldCo 101 Bootcamp here: holdcoconf.com/holdco-bootca…
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@SievaKozinsky brought so much value to HCC23. If you weren't able to attend, go find out just how much he rocked that stage at @Hilarities. If you were, enjoy this replay!
Watch the full session here: piped.video/N7aq-VFLflc
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🏔️ Speaker Alert! 🏔️
Thrilled to announce @SievaKozinsky will be back at HoldCo Conference 2025.
You need to be there.
Get your ticket today!
🎟️ Link in bio
#HoldCo #Enduringventures #HoldCoConf2025
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If you feel this in your bones then grab a ticket to HoldCoConf before registration closes on 7/15.
You will be among your people. People like @StrongpointRich
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Check out our co-host @girdley breaking down the Holding Company model with @gregisenberg.
piped.video/3-K_VfHOJhg?si=A1dj…
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🏔️ Speaker Alert! 🏔️
Thrilled to announce @RegZeller will be at HoldCo Conference 2025 in Sundance!
Reg will be dropping knowledge around building @CaneKast with @joshuamschultz.
Don’t miss out!
Get your early bird tickets now! 🎟️ Link in bio. #HoldCoConf #CaneKast #Sundance2025
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100+ founders, CEOs, investors and operators in the space. Tagging just a few:
@RegZeller @joshuamschultz @stephenolmon @pslohmann @chasemurdock @patrickdichter @Sam_Rosati @laughridge @TonyLayneLFarms @chrisxmunn @ElliottEHolland
Would love to see you, tix sales end today!
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We've been getting a lot of questions about the agenda for HoldCoConf. Sunday be 100% Food, Drinks, and Fun. Here is a sneak peak at the working agenda for Monday and Tuesday...
(details in the 🧵)
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At @SMB_ash AJ Wasserstein talked programmatic acquisitions. How do you know if a sector is ripe to rollup or not?
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In collaboration with industry experts and our sponsor @AxialCo, HoldCoSurvey offers a comprehensive dataset for SMB HoldCos.
It's the go-to resource for operational enhancements and growth. The report releases in July! Join our email list at holdcosurvey.com/.
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HCC23 had a great morning at @WilsonCompanies 's new HQ. Checked out the call center and inventory, and John got grilled in a Q&A.
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With the daily demands of SMB HoldCo life its helpful to take a minute to laugh every now and again.
Because of this we decided the best venue for the conference would be Cleveland's premier comedy venue - Pickwick and Frolic.
Follow me for a tour of HoldCoConf22...
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The journey of entrepreneurship can be lonely at times. Having a tribe can help.
HoldCoConf was inspired by the DMs, the Podcasts, and the conversations that make building a portfolio of businesses easier and more fun.
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We are two weeks away from HoldCo Conference 2025.
If you’re building, buying, or scaling multiple businesses, this is the event to be at.
Get your ticket today and join @girdley @WilsonCompanies @kelceylehrich @chrisxmunn @LoganLeslie @mhp_guy @SievaKozinsky @JesseTinsley @petelehrman @SMB_Attorney @ConnorGroce @walkerdeibel @CoFoundersNik + more for an awesome event in Sundance, Utah.
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Glad to have you at the first annual event Elliot!
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Our dates and venue are officially booked: September 16-18, 2024. We're thrilled to return to the exceptional @Hilarities venue in Cleveland for the third consecutive year!
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Questions keep popping up in the community regarding best practices for SMB HoldCos.
Questions like: "What shared services do you utilize across the HoldCo?" & "What is the minimum EBITDA you would look at for a Bolt-On or Tuck-In acquisition?"
We hear you & have a solution!👇
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Cash is king! In less than two weeks @ElliottEHolland is going to share with us how to put cash in your pocket (without diluting ownership) in 60 days or less!
Who is Elliott? Check out his bio below!
Hi👋. My Name is Elliott. But who AM I really? I am exactly like 90% of my clients just at a different point in my journey. Let me introduce myself in this thread.
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Why did @chenholdco choose internal funding for their HoldCo?
As many of you know, with mergers and acquisitions, finding the right balance between acquiring new companies and effectively integrating them into your existing operations is key to success. 🧵
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Maybe Tiktok will get acquired while we are at HoldCo Conference- either way join us to hear the journey @JesseTinsley and his team have been on over the last couple of months.
You don't want to miss this.
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🏔️ Speaker Alert! 🏔️
@LoganLeslie will be joining us as a speaker at Sundance.
Logan and the team at Main Street Auto are building a powerhouse of auto repair shops across the southeast, and we're excited to have them join and share their insights.
Buy your tickets today!
#HoldCoConf #NorthernRock #MainStAuto #Sundance2025
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@kelceylehrich and @WilsonCompanies moved HoldCo Bootcamp out to the courtyard for lunch to take advantage of Cleveland's beautiful weather today!
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HoldCos are capital compounding machines !
Discussion on holding companies happening on r/FatFire...
teddit.net/r/fatFIRE/comment…
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Please welcome to the stage, Co-Founder and President of @chenholdco, James Higgins!
Come listen, converse, and learn from the best at HoldCoConf23!
Tickets are still available here: holdcoconf.com/
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