Ventures
Blue Brick is involved in many ventures across diverse industries. Several projects remain confidential, but here is what we can share.
Ventures & Acquisitions
Buildergrid
Construction management technology product launched under the Spin Up Capital JV.
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Foodies of TN, Inc
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) that funds grants for local Tennessee restaurants through specialty license plate revenue. Founded by James Williamson, who led the plate initiative through legislation signed by Governor Bill Lee.
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Basil Insurance
Insurance services arm of the Basil family of companies, focused on real estate adjacent coverage.
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Basil Property Management
Property management operations supporting the Basil family of companies and third-party owners.
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Established a Tennessee office to support growing operations and investments in the region.
RedTools
Software product within the Blue Brick technology portfolio. Real estate data and tooling for consumers, developers, and owners. Also reachable at realestatedatatools.com.
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Spin Up Capital
Established a JV with an international partner for real estate technology focused ventures.
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Decked Out Supply
IP play that funded development of boating chemicals. Divested in 2023.
Wimberley Arms
High-end, high-quality shotguns and accessories imported for the US market. A JV with a Dallas private equity fund. Retailed to distributors, dealers, and the public.
JW Arms
Licensed firearms manufacturer and SOT manufacturer specializing in R&D, accessories, and consulting to other FFLs in manufacturing, testing, design, and importation.
Roundtable Capital
Founded Roundtable Capital as a holding conglomerate to eventually buy the Ryco Brands. Fully sold the Ryco Brands in 2022 to the shareholders of Roundtable Capital.
GoMango Technologies
Commercial property consultancy working in low voltage, alarm, and access control. Cantu Consulting was merged into GoMango, with the CEO of Cantu appointed as President.
Ryco Fabrication
Expanded the Ryco Brands to include Ryco Fabrication, a structural and decorative welding and fabrication company.
Ryco Mechanical
Co-founded, financed, and ran Ryco Mechanical, a commercial and residential HVAC contractor, growing it to about $2 million in annual revenue with more than 20 employees and contractors.
Cantu Consulting
On-site IT management firm acquired. Offered installation and ongoing maintenance of IT solutions. Later merged into GoMango Technologies.
Urban Waste
Valet trash service for apartment and condo communities in the DFW area. Blue Brick's founding venture.
The remaining projects are confidential and will be announced when they are available.