Partnering With Purpose
Growth Without Losing What Matters
Many business owners reach a point where growth is no longer the only question. They start thinking about alignment, long-term impact, and who they can trust to help carry the business forward without losing what made it successful in the first place.
At Distinct, we believe there’s a gap in the market for owners who want something different. A more flexible approach. A partner who stays close, with strategic capital and support built around the business, not a predefined formula.
“We believe there is a better way to come alongside business owners to help them grow. That is through creating a true partnership with owners by being an active hands-on resource to help companies break through growth challenges. We measure success by how much we help our partners grow and succeed.”
Dan Clarke, Distinct Founder & CEO
Our Distinctives
We partner with growing companies earlier than most, often alongside owners and operators traditional investors tend to overlook. Our structures are designed to preserve flexibility, protect culture, and support growth without unnecessary pressure or debt. And because we are rooted in Texas and invested our communities, we approach every partnership with a local perspective and a long-term mindset.
Flexible Partnerships.
Every company is different—and so is
every partnership.
- Adaptable Structures:
Minority or majority investments, growth capital, or partial ownership transitions. - No Debt:
Flexible options for liquidity, succession or expansion — without adding debt. - Freedom to Grow:
Investment capital available to fund new initiatives for long-term value creation.
Serving Through Support.
Great companies are built by leaders with humility, purpose and passion.
- Collaborative Partnership:
We come alongside owners with support to help you scale and win in your market. - Strategic Resources:
Brand, marketing, financial, and analytical support to improve execution. - Legacy & Growth:
Progress without sacrificing culture, value/service to customers, and reputation.
Proximity With Purpose
We partner where we can be present and engaged.
- Local Market Focus:
Operating advisors in Austin, DFW, Houston, and San Antonio. - Tailored Support:
Proximity enables faster decisions, closer collaboration, and direct support. - Accessible Advisors:
Real-world perspective from partners who’ve successfully grown businesses.
Partnering With Distinct
Distinct understands and appreciates the complexities of managing and growing a business. We realize that owners need flexible capital and partnering solutions. We tailor our partnerships to fit business owners’ and management teams’ specific needs and situations. There are three basic questions that help determine if partnering with Distinct is the right fit.
Do you want to grow your business?
There are plenty of companies who are comfortable and do not want to expand. While that’s often a great place to be, that’s not what we are set up for. We are looking for businesses who have the passion and potential for growth.
Are you looking for financial support?
We personally invest in every company we partner with. Partnering with Distinct gives you the option to take money out of your business, eliminate personal loan guarantees, and help you gain capital necessary for growth.
Do you need a flexible partnership solution?
Your business is unique, which means you need a partnership that’s unique. Distinct was built on a desire to serve smaller niche companies right where they are. Our job is to give you the flexibility to take the next steps toward success.
CONTACT
Austin Headquarters
7710 North FM 620
Bldg 13-D
Austin, TX 78726
Dallas-Fort Worth Office
9355 John W. Elliott Dr.
Suite #111
Frisco, TX 75033