About The Holdco Guide: How Entrepreneurs Structure & Build a Holding Company That Lasts
In The Holdco Guide, entrepreneur Peter Kang explains how holding companies actually function and shows founders how to build one that gains strength year after year. Drawing from his experience building Barrel Holdings and studying leading multi-business groups, Kang breaks down the core elements of a durable holdco: clean capital pathways, incentives that guide sound judgment, governance that supports growth, and a model for deploying cash where it creates the most value.
Through sector snapshots, case studies, and a hands-on workshop, readers learn the two major holdco archetypes, when each applies, and how to assemble a portfolio that can withstand volatility while still pursuing opportunity. The book offers a practical lens for evaluating businesses, structuring entities, allocating capital, and developing a culture that consistently produces—not consumes—value.
Whether you run a single business, oversee multiple P&Ls, or are building your first portfolio, The Holdco Guide provides a straightforward roadmap for shifting from short-term moves to long-term compounding.
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Author Bio:
Peter Kang is the co-founder of Barrel Holdings, a holding company focused on acquiring and growing specialized agency businesses. Drawing on his experience as an operator and portfolio builder, he works closely with leaders across the industry and advises on structure, growth, and long-term business design.