The $50m Lifestyle Holdco
Episode 1 hr 45 min

The $50m Lifestyle Holdco

From Acquiring Minds Will Smith

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Abhi Ravishankar & 3 partners devised a novel holdco structure to prioritize flexibility, cash flow, and the long term.

Topics in Abhi’s interview:

  • Going from BCG partner to small business buyer
  • Starting a holdco with 3 friends
  • Their primary and secondary partner model
  • Setting up contingency plans in their operating agreement
  • Goal of spending more time with family
  • Not taking on investors
  • Quickly learning about potential industries
  • Closing on a pool business in 6 weeks
  • 4 add-ons in 18 months
  • Acquiring 2 ShelfGenie franchise locations

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