Tom Bronson

For over four decades, this company has operated as a full-service job shop providing complex machining, fabrication, and hydraulic services for industrial customers across Texas and the Southeastern United States. With a deep bench of experienced machinists and a vast inventory of specialized equipment—including large-capacity mills, lathes, and portable machining tools—the business serves high-demand sectors such as oil and gas, steel, cement, energy, paper, and amusement parks.Unlike smaller niche operations, this company is uniquely positioned to deliver on high-value, custom, made-to-order parts and repairs that few others can accommodate. The team’s ability to handle difficult or oversized projects—often on tight turnaround times—has established a reputation for excellence and responsiveness that drives extraordinary customer loyalty. In 2024, 96% of revenue came from repeat customers.Over the past three years, gross ... Less

This business is a market leader in the sale, installation, and maintenance of residential standby generators, offering homeowners security and peace-of-mind during unexpected power outages. As one of the most successful locations in the nation’s largest residential generator dealer network, the company benefits from unique access to both top-tier manufacturers and premier third-party partnerships.Operating within a high-income and high-growth territory, the company's good name, coupled with increased market awareness of the service it offers, help to drive substantial inbound customer flow. It also maintains more than 1,250 annual service contracts, which contribute significant recurring revenue and high margins on a monthly basis.The business has earned a reputation for quality installation work and responsive service. The operation is supported by a ... Less

This established business is a leader in the restoration, manufacturing, and distribution of OEM automotive literature, serving individual auto enthusiasts, professional mechanics, and wholesale distributors. With licensing agreements from three of the world’s largest automakers, the company produces and sells OEM manuals that its competitors cannot legally manufacture without such licenses. Given the difficulty in securing this type of licensing, this company has the very appealing position as a dominant provider in this global market.Originally founded as a reseller, the company has transitioned to in-house manufacturing as a way to maximize margins and maintain quality control. Today, it operates primarily as an e-commerce and wholesale business, selling through Amazon, eBay, Walmart, and its own website, while maintaining strong partnerships with auto ... Less

This well-established heavy wet utility and site construction contractor has served its booming market for more than 15 years, specializing in the construction and repair of essential infrastructure, such as water and sewer lines, pump stations and wastewater treatment facilities, to name a few. The company’s primary customer base includes municipalities and water supply corporations, which account for about 95% of its revenue. Many of these clients rely on the company’s services for ongoing infrastructure projects, while it has also developed a profitable niche providing emergency repair work. The company is known for its quick response time and high-quality execution, which further enhances client loyalty and strengthens long-term relationships.The company operates with an experienced, loyal workforce of approximately 30 employees, many of whom have been with the company for at least a decade. A highly skilled and trusted ... Less