HoldCo Builders How I Bought 8 Traditional Businesses and Built a $127M Portfolio | Rafael Quinn Interview
Jan 25, 2024
Rafael Quinn, co-founder of Alternative Holdings, shares his remarkable journey from selling everything at 26 to building a $127 million portfolio. He emphasizes the importance of investing in companies you understand and collaborating with great people. The conversation dives into the significance of cash flow, strategic acquisitions, and the lessons learned from his zero-deal period. Rafael also reflects on balancing family life with business growth and the role of luck in success, making it an inspiring tale for budding entrepreneurs.
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Rafael's Risky Move to Panama
- At 26, Rafael sold all his belongings and moved to Panama, sleeping on the hardwood floor for 15 days.
- He valued quality of life and family connection over comfort during this period.
Delegate Management to Scale
- Don't operate your acquired companies yourself; delegate to professional CEOs.
- This allows purchasing more businesses and building a true diversified holding company.
Partner Decision Rule
- Use the rule "whoever says no wins" for co-founder decisions.
- This requires unanimous agreement to proceed and simplifies partnership communication.
