Four Pillar Capital
Trusted Business Stewardship
Four Pillar Capital invests in value-add real estate and notable companies. We are dedicated to helping small business owners exit their companies with confidence. Guided by the pillars of Faith, Family, Fitness, and Freedom, we acquire businesses and ensure their legacies are carried on with the utmost care and commitment.
Why Four Pillar Capital
Our Story
Four Pillar Capital is on a mission to strategically help small business owners as they navigate a succession plan that stewards the legacy they’ve created. Operating in "blue-collar" and niche industries, Four Pillar Capital carries diverse exposure and expertise that is foundational to its success.
At Four Pillar, we believe that owners and founders of established business are staples in the communities they operate in. They impact lives through job creation and serve the community in many ways.
Additionally, small businesses provide critical economic support for local communities serving as a legacy marker for American prosperity.
Values, Transparency and Trust
Guided by pillars of Faith, Family, Fitness, and Freedom
- Ethical transparency built on trust and honesty
- Long-term vision
- Stewardship of legacies
- Care for customers, employees, and suppliers
- Timely transaction goals
- Hard work, determination, and discipline
About
Justin Spaeth, Founder
Justin is originally from the Steamboat Springs area and currently resides on the Front Range of Colorado. With over 15 years of business management experience across multiple industries, he has demonstrated a consistent ability to grow and optimize businesses.
Justin began his career in the oil and gas services sector, helping to build a startup company specializing in water treatment and disposal. The business was successfully acquired by Oilfield Water Logistics, a portfolio company backed by NGP. His experience in managing complex waste streams led him to co-found an advanced technology company that served large-scale food manufacturers by reducing their waste streams and converting co-products into valuable commodities.
In 2020, Justin founded Four Pillar Capital with the mission of helping local businesses exit their companies confidently; ensuring their legacies are stewarded with care. At Four Pillar Capital, Justin leads the acquisitions process while driving strategy and vision. Four Pillar has current investments in real estate, industrial services, and the agricultural sector.
Justin earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Northern Colorado and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Denver. He is actively involved in his community and serves on the Executive Board as Treasurer for the Severance Chamber of Commerce.
Outside of his professional pursuits, Justin is a dedicated family man who enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. He leads an active lifestyle, participating in triathlons and ultra-running events while embracing opportunities to travel and explore.
The four pillar fit
"Blue-Collar" Businesses
Main Street and Lower Middle Market
Main Street and Lower Middle Market
Blue-Collar industries encompass a wide range of essential service and construction businesses that involve manual labor and skilled trades.
These businesses, characterized by their skilled workforce and quality service, form the backbone of communities by ensuring the functionality and improvement of daily life.
Main Street and Lower Middle Market
Main Street and Lower Middle Market
Main Street and Lower Middle Market
We focus on businesses that bridge the gap between Main Street and Lower Middle Market enterprises.
These businesses typically generate consistent revenue, have been founder-led for 7-10 years, and value their employees as key to their success.
Market Examples
Main Street and Lower Middle Market
Market Examples
Four Pillar Capital invests in value-add real estate and notable companies.
We focus on a diverse range of niche industries, specialty trades, and essential community services, including construction, self-storage, and industrial real estate.