Texas Operators Seeking One Great Business to Lead Forward

We're experienced operators ready to be hands-on stewards of your life's work. Not a fund, not a portfolio — just dedicated partners focused on preserving and growing one great business.

Our Commitment

Partners in Your Success

For Business Owners

We understand the dedication and effort invested in building your business. Our approach is to respect its heritage by focusing on continuity and leveraging its core strengths, while providing the necessary resources and strategic input for future development.

For Advisors & Brokers

We seek partnerships with advisors and brokers, recognizing the value of your market knowledge. We operate with clear investment criteria, readily available capital, and a commitment to a transparent and professional transaction process.

Our Team

Our team members have hands-on experience in founding, acquiring, and expanding businesses in diverse sectors. This practical experience guides our strategies for preserving and increasing a company's value over time.

Partner

Jason Larsen

Jason is the President and CEO who transitioned from finance roles at Dell and commercial real estate into building Blackland Transport over the past eight years. With an Accounting degree from BYU and an MBA from UT Austin, he combines disciplined P&L management, regulatory compliance know-how, and community-focused leadership to drive operational excellence.

Partner

Heather Larsen

Heather is a business owner and leadership consultant who spent nine years designing HR and leadership development programs at Boeing and Dell. As founder of her own consultancy, she helps organizations unlock team potential through authentic leadership, emotional intelligence, and culture-first workshops—ensuring both people and performance thrive.

Partner

Aaron Pierson

Aaron serves as CEO of Blackland Route Advisors and COO of Blackland Transport, having scaled their route brokerage from a 20-truck startup to a 150-truck, multi-state operation. A two-time Entrepreneur of the Year with accounting and MBA credentials (BYU & UT Austin) and a Deloitte consulting background, he specializes in strategic acquisitions and maximizing operational profitability.

Partner

Fillipo Madella

Fillipo has over 15 years of leadership experience working with SMBs and startups, gaining firsthand insight into the challenges business owners face as they grow. At Google, he leads cloud computing customer engineering teams for mid-market companies, leveraging experience from silicon-level to full-stack engineering to solve complex growth challenges through scalable and data-driven systems.

What We're Looking For

The Right Business for Long-Term Success

We seek businesses with strong foundations and proven track records, where we can preserve what works while thoughtfully supporting future growth.

Strong Team in Place

Your business has reliable leadership ready to help with a smooth transition.

Proven Systems

Well-documented operations and processes that your team follows consistently.

Healthy Returns

Min. $500K+ in annual earnings, valued between $1M–$6M. SBA-eligible preferred.

Established History

3+ years of success with loyal customers and strong market reputation.

Essential Services

B2B or B2C services in recession-resistant industries like trades or professional services.

Flexible Location

Preferably in Texas, but open to opportunities across the country.

Let's Talk

Business owners and brokers with companies that fit our criteria: let's connect.

Start a Conversation

Share your thoughts with us, and we'll respond within one business day.

Your information will be kept strictly confidential

Direct Contact

Prefer to reach out directly? Here's how:

Business Owners & Advisors

Whether you're a business owner considering a sale, or an M&A advisor or business broker representing a client, we welcome the opportunity to connect.

Prompt & Confidential Communication

Expect a response within one business day. All discussions are strictly confidential.