HoldCo Builders The Next Andrew Wilkinson? Building a 6-Company HoldCo (Bootstrapped with a 7-Figure Exit)
Aug 11, 2025
Brandon Pindulic, founder of Space Bar Ventures and a seasoned entrepreneur, shares his journey from selling his first company for seven figures to establishing a bootstrapped holding company with six thriving digital businesses. He discusses the $10K investment that sparked his most successful venture and delves into strategies for acquiring companies. Pindulic emphasizes the importance of delegation, talent recognition, and refining visions between incubations and acquisitions, providing invaluable insights for aspiring business builders.
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From SaaS Job To Side Agency
- Brandon Pindulic started OpGen Media as a side business while working in-demand generation at a SaaS company.
- He used vendor relationships and co-reg newsletter tactics to grow audience and lead-gen revenue.
Selling With A Fully Paid Earnout
- Brandon sold his agency after receiving a wave of inbound interest and multiple LOIs.
- The process produced a fully paid earnout and unexpected buyer competition he hadn't anticipated.
Trading Upfront For Earnout Upside
- Brandon renegotiated his deal to take less upfront and more on the back end as the business accelerated.
- He traded short-term cash for higher overall value and fairness to the buyer.
