Bristlecone Companies

We are thrilled to welcome April Brady as the new CEO of Systrends! April brings a long history of operational leadership and excellence at the intersection of energy, regulatory compliance, and go-to-market. We couldn’t think of a more natural fit for this role and couldn’t be more optimistic about the next chapter of Systrends’ growth under her leadership! Read the full announcement > https://lnkd.in/gih9Kf2W

The energy industry is at an inflection point. As energy companies strive to meet unprecedented forthcoming demand with more capacity and regulators are responsible for an increasingly complex market, keeping pace with regulatory reporting will only grow more challenging to manage without modern software. Systrends is leading the regulated energy industry in streamlining FERC compliance with intuitive, cloud-based reporting software. Over 200 energy companies across North America trust Systrends to prepare and submit over 5,000 FERC filings annually. We are proud to join Dave Darnell and the rest of the team as we announce our investment in Systrends. ??? Read more about this partnership from Miles Wood: https://lnkd.in/gJStyVVN #Energy #Compliance #RegTech #Investment

Delighted to unveil Bristlecone Companies, a permanent home for enduring businesses in niche markets. We acquire, enhance, and grow market-leading, mission-critical companies within an organization defined by a relentless pursuit of full potential, a spirit of entrepreneurial ownership, and decentralized operations. We’re backed by permanent capital from a concentrated group of world-class entrepreneurs and investors including Kent Weaver, Will Thorndike, Jay Davis, and Jason Pananos. I’ve been remarkably fortunate to work closely with this group for the last half decade and their influence has fundamentally shaped me. They have taught me what it means to be an entrepreneur, set a high bar for both integrity and results, and imbued in me a true passion for long-term business building. I'm also immeasurably grateful to the founders who have already chosen to partner with us. I couldn’t be more excited about the opportunity to steward and strengthen their teams and legacies over the coming decades. Very few things match the energy I feel when our companies and teams are thriving. Finally, I want to say a quick thank you to everyone else who has shaped this journey. In particular, Paul Buser for inspiring me to pursue an alternative path grounded in first principles, Diana Sterne for challenging me with endless growth opportunities early in my career, John Babbo for his partnership and hard work over the last few years, and my fiancée Olivia for being my secret weapon. Though we’re still in the very earliest of chapters, we’re intensely focused on laying the right foundation. We’ve been quietly at work since our formation in 2022, but have some exciting news around the corner that I can’t wait to share. I look forward to connecting with founders and emerging operators to talk through what we’re building and how we might be able to work together. Please feel free to reach out to [email protected]. Onwards!

?? Excited to officially introduce Bristlecone Companies! Bristlecone acquires, enhances, and grows market-leading, mission-critical businesses. We are hands-on entrepreneurs that love long-term business building, hold ourselves to exceptionally high standards, move with velocity, and appreciate that everything starts with people. What makes us different? With roots as operators, we founded Bristlecone to provide a different path for business owners: one in which we preserve the founder’s legacy, maintain the company’s independence, and empower the team to realize their full potential. Backed by a permanent capital base, Bristlecone invests behind our companies and teams to drive sustainable, long-term growth measured in decades, not quarters. The businesses in the Bristlecone grove tend to share a similar profile: ??Mission-critical product/service with dominant position in niche market ??Founder-owned with an engaged and committed team ??Consistent profitability with $1M+ in recurring revenue ??Exceptional customer relationships with high retention Like our namesake, the bristlecone pine, we’re here for the long haul. We’re eternally grateful to the founders who have already entrusted us with their companies and legacies, and we’re thrilled for the journey ahead. Curious to learn more or get in touch? 1. ?????????? ?? ???????????????????????? with us about your business and vision for the future. 2. ?????????????????? ???? ???? ???????????????? of mission-critical businesses looking for a permanent home where their legacy will be preserved and strengthened. 3. ?????????????? ???? ???????? ???????????????? ?????????????????? who share our entrepreneurial values, are learning machines, and would be excited to lead a small business as CEO. For more, visit https://lnkd.in/gYRYmbPp. #BristleconeCompanies #Entrepreneurship #Acquisition #LongTermGrowth