At Co-X Holdings, we often talk about the "velocity" of business. We look for companies that aren't just present in a market but are integral to its movement.

This month, our portfolio company, Pivot Parking, is demonstrating exactly what that looks like at scale.

February has proven to be a diverse operational test, and Pivot is executing seamlessly across four different states. The team is currently managing logistics for a wide spectrum of economic drivers:

At Co-X Holdings, we often talk about "operational excellence" in terms of software uptime or logistics efficiency. But sometimes, operational excellence is as simple—and critical—as a warm room and a hot cup of coffee when the roads are iced over.

In a major move that signals the company’s transition into its next phase of "hyper-growth," Vantaca has announced the addition of two industry veterans to its C-Suite, along with a strategic internal promotion focused on Artificial Intelligence.

Attracting Top-Tier Talent, Vantaca has successfully recruited executive leadership with deep roots in the Wilmington fintech success story. The company welcomes:

• Will Cameron as Chief Revenue Officer: Formerly an operating advisor at JMI Equity and SVP at nCino.

• Trisha Price as Chief Product Officer: Formerly the Chief Product Officer at Pendo.io and Chief Innovation Officer at nCino.

When a company transitions from "high-growth startup" to "market unicorn," the talent equation changes. It’s no longer just about finding people who can build; it’s about finding leaders who have scaled mountains before.

That is exactly what we are seeing at Vantaca.

Every entrepreneur eventually reaches a crossroads. You have built something successful, but to reach the next level—or to exit gracefully—you need a partner. whether that is private equity, a strategic acquirer, or a holding company like Co-X Holdings.

However, wanting a partner and being ready for one are two different things. Investors see hundreds of opportunities a year. What makes one stand out? What makes a business not just profitable, but investable? Here is a checklist on how to make your business attractive to potential partners.

In the world of private equity and investment, it is easy to get lost in the numbers. EBITDA, customer acquisition costs, burn rates, and market cap are the standard vernacular of our industry. And while financial health is critical, at Co-X Holdings, we believe the spreadsheets only tell half the story. The numbers tell you where a business has been, but the people running the business tell you where it is going.

The calendar has turned, and with it comes the universal psychological reset of "The New Year." In the world of private equity and business operations, however, January 1st isn’t just a date—it is a strategic pivot point. At Co-X Holdings, we believe that how you attack the first month of the year often dictates the trajectory of the remaining eleven.

At Co-X Holdings, we believe that a robust investment portfolio is not built in a silo. It is constructed through strategic diversification—identifying companies with strong fundamentals, regardless of their industry, that provide essential services and demonstrate clear avenues for growth.

Our portfolio strategy is deliberate. We seek to balance market fluctuations by investing across different verticals. A prime example of this strategy in action is our partnership with Nurses 24/7, a leader in the healthcare staffing space.

Pivot Parking continues to demonstrate why they are a leader in the industry, announcing significantly expanded operations this week. They have successfully launched four new locations in key markets:

• Richmond, VA: North Ridge Lot

• Nashville, TN: Cumberland River Lot

• Greenville, SC: 101 E Washington Lot

• Wilmington, NC: Princess Lot