PalmettoHolding Co.
Historic Charleston street at golden hour lined with palmetto trees

Charleston, South Carolina

Stewarding great businesses for the long term.

Palmetto Holding Company acquires and operates exceptional small to mid-sized businesses. We partner with owners who care about their legacy, their people, and what comes next.

Who We Are

A patient home for businesses built to last.

Based in the heart of Charleston, Palmetto Holding Company is not a private equity fund. We are operators and long-term owners who acquire profitable, well-run companies and hold them for generations rather than quarters.

When a founder entrusts us with the business they spent a lifetime building, we honor that trust by preserving its culture, protecting its team, and investing patiently in its future.

$2M–$25M
Target revenue range
Permanent
Holding horizon
100%
Owner-aligned

Our Approach

A different kind of buyer.

We combine the discipline of professional investors with the heart of operators who genuinely care about the businesses we own.

01

We listen first

Every business and every owner is different. We begin by understanding your goals, your people, and what you want your legacy to be.

02

We move with clarity

Our process is transparent and direct. We make fair offers, communicate honestly, and close on the timeline that works for you.

03

We hold for the long term

We don't flip or strip companies. We invest in teams, systems, and customers to build durable value over decades.

Investment Criteria

What we look for.

We evaluate every opportunity on its own merits, but these are the characteristics that tend to fit best with our long-term model.

Industries of Interest

Light ManufacturingBusiness ServicesHealthcare ServicesDistribution & LogisticsSpecialty TradesConsumer Brands
  • Annual revenue between $2M and $25M
  • Consistent profitability and healthy margins
  • Established history of three or more years
  • Loyal customer base and strong reputation
  • Dedicated management or team in place
  • Owners seeking transition or succession

Portfolio

Companies in our care.

A representative selection of the businesses we are proud to own and operate today.

Light Manufacturing

Lowcountry Fabrication

A precision metal fabrication shop serving the Southeast's marine and industrial markets.

Acquired 2021
Business Services

Harbor Facility Services

Commercial cleaning and facility maintenance trusted by regional property managers.

Acquired 2022
Healthcare Services

Magnolia Health Partners

A network of outpatient therapy clinics focused on accessible community care.

Acquired 2023

Get in Touch

Considering a sale? Let's talk.

Every conversation is confidential and without obligation. Whether you're ready now or simply exploring, we'd be honored to learn about your business.

Palmetto Holding Company

100 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401

hello@palmettoholding.co

(843) 555-0142