Join the Hickory
family of brands
We are not a private equity company. Our mission is to create enduring partnerships that last a lifetime.
What you built matters. Hickory invests with deep respect for our brands and the people behind them. Unlike private equity, we remain engaged and on the ground to help owners manage and expand their businesses.
Our partners benefit from improved purchasing power, modern technology, and a playbook for enduring, generational growth.
What sets us apart?
We are owner-operators, not private equity.
Business owners remain empowered.
Local culture is preserved and strengthened.
Growth is customer-driven, not forced through cost cutting or aggressive sales tactics.
The partnership process.
1. Every partnership begins with a conversation.
We start with open, honest conversations to understand you, your business, and the story behind it. This phase is about discovering your vision, how the business operates today, and where you see opportunity looking ahead. Our goal is not to change what makes your business successful, but to learn how Hickory can support and strengthen it.
2. Understanding your financials.
Thoughtful financial review does not take place in a silo. We review financials in collaboration with operators to understand historic performance and future opportunities. This process is handled with discretion and respect to establish trust and alignment.
3. Welcoming you to the Hickory family of brands.
This is where our journey begins. From day one, we take the time to deeply understand your business and proceed at a pace that makes sense for you and your people.
Behind the scenes, we introduce best-in-class systems that simplify time-consuming administrative functions. Examples include accounting, insurance, fleet management, HR, and marketing. The goal is to keep you and your teams focused on customers and the service you provide.