To build a billion-dollar asset that owns and invests both capital and resources into multiple emerging businesses either franchised or looking to franchise to drive sustainable exponential growth, ultimately supercharging profit and value for both BDC Investments Group shareholders and founders alike.
According to the Small Business Ombudsman, there are over 2.5 million businesses registered for GST in Australia, with 98% classified as small businesses.
Each year, around 350,000 new businesses are launched—475,000 in 2023 alone—yet nearly 60% will fail within their first three years, and only half will ever become profitable.
Whether it’s due to undercapitalisation, poor strategic decisions, lack of market demand, or inexperience in execution, the reality is that launching and growing a business in any sector is tough.
Business entries and exits, 2019-20 to 2021-23, Australia
There are 4 main reasons why the small business failure rate is so high:
At BDC Investments Group we don’t just invest capital, we bring decades of hands-on experience in scaling and managing successful businesses across multiple industries. Our team partners with founders to provide not only funding, but also the strategic direction, operational support, and commercial insights needed to avoid common pitfalls and build lasting success.
Our team brings decades of experience in strategy, operations, and funding to help small businesses avoid the pitfalls that cause so many businesses to fail. From day one, we work alongside you to build a clear roadmap, strengthen your financial foundations, and execute with discipline.
Jon Sully, will deliver on the direction of the business once the team and the investors have developed the best strategy. He will work on the business and be responsible for deal flow, reporting and day-to-day management along with our experienced team of professionals.
SIGNWAVE is a leading visual communications and signage franchise that provides customised business signage, graphics, branding, and visual marketing solutions to help businesses improve visibility and customer engagement.
ComputerXplorers is a children’s STEM and technology education franchise that delivers coding, robotics, digital literacy, and interactive computing programs through schools, after-school clubs, and holiday camps, helping prepare young Australians for a tech-driven future.
Bubba Pizza is a proudly Australian-owned, family-operated pizza franchise founded in Melbourne in 2000. The brand specialises in quality takeaway and delivery pizzas, with over 20 locations across Victoria and South Australia, known for its strong community focus and innovative approach to growth.
The below business are a part of the BDC Investments portfolio. BDC Investments owns a percentage of each business and currently works in each of these businesses to aid in it’s growth.
Managing Director BDC Investments Group
CEO BDC Partners
Hattch
Ex Boost Juice
Flooring Xtra
Computerxplorers
