Investing in Legacy.

Operating with Heart.

We are a values-driven, people-first investment team passionate about acquiring and stewarding great businesses.

Heather and Graham, founders of Studio HLC, have extensive experience across corporate, startup, and family-run business environments. Our intention is to acquire and grow a stable Canadian manufacturing company from a retiring owner that is seeking a liquidity or succession plan.

We are operators at heart, focused on building businesses that matters to their employees, customers, and community. Our approach to ownership is long-term and we intend to honour the values and company characteristics that have been built over time and ensure it continues to thrive for years to come.

We believe in Canadian small businesses.

We both grew up in family-run businesses—and we’re committed to carrying that spirit forward. We have seen and experienced the impact that small and medium size businesses can make in their communities - opportunities for employment, strengthening the local economy, and providing support to local organizations.

We believe in the potential of business to create shared ownership cultures and shared wealth on a broader level. We are excited to bring this vision to the company we acquire.

We bring a track record of execution, people leadership, and investment readiness, backed by committed capital.

Graham got his start working in his grandmother’s eyewear store, learning first-hand the importance of great service and strong relationships. He went on to lead sales and marketing at some of the most respected organizations in Canada, including Salesforce, Gartner, and major Canadian banks.

Heather began in operations as a teenager in her mother’s rehab services business. Over her career, she’s built a reputation for driving results and building trusted teams in both startups and established companies. As a consultant, she’s helped dozens of growing businesses secure strategic funding and partnerships with multinational corporations.