How to Build Wealth Through a HoldCo Strategy | Dustin Carreon on Buying Businesses That Last

In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew sit down with Dustin Carreon, founder of COI Holdings, for a powerful conversation on transitioning from small family business roots to building a successful self-funded HoldCo. Dustin shares the full arc of his entrepreneurial journey—from collecting scrap metal with his father, to running a multi-million dollar electronics distribution company, to acquiring legacy businesses and compounding their cash flows into generational wealth. He reveals the mindset shifts, strategic decisions, and operational lessons that helped him move from hustler to long-term investor. Whether you're considering your first acquisition or thinking about scaling into multiple businesses, this episode offers tactical insights and long-term vision from someone who’s actually done it. In this podcast episode, we discuss: How to use your first business as a launchpad to acquire others Building long-term wealth through a buy-and-hold acquisition model Why culture is a competitive advantage in small business ownership The power of cash flow compounding across multiple businesses Connect with Dustin Carreon: · LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinCarreon/ Email: [email protected] · Website: https://www.coiholdings.org Additional Resources: O’Connell Advisory Group – Financial diligence and Quality of Earnings experts for business buyers. Website: https://www.oconnelladvisorygroup.com Attend the M&A Launchpad Conference – May 3, 2025 in Houston Premier event for entrepreneurs and investors in the lower-middle market. Tickets and info: https://www.malaunchpad.com Explore M&A investing and advisory with Equity Launchpad Website: https://www.equity-launchpad.com Contact the Hosts, Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa at [email protected] About The M&A Launchpad:    The M&A Launchpad provides insights into acquiring, investing in, and selling profitable businesses in the lower to middle market. Whether you are a business owner, investor, or aspiring entrepreneur,  we will provide you with the knowledge, guidance, and capital to navigate the world of mergers and acquisitions. The M&A Launchpad presents a series of weekly podcast episodes and hosts an annual M&A Launchpad Conference tailored to the M&A community. Connect with M&A Launchpad:  🎧 Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0mW6i4ooujqC7eOPWmguU7 🎧 Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/m-a-launchpad/id1740382586 🎟️ Attend Upcoming M&A Launchpad Conference: http://malaunchpad.com/