Long Term Investing and Value Creation | David V Duccini With Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel.
In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel sits down with David V. Duccini, founder of Silicon Prairie Holdings Inc, to discuss how his firm approaches strategic investing, portfolio management, and sustainable growth across multiple businesses.
Silicon Prairie Holdings operates with a long-term mindset, focusing on acquiring and supporting companies where operational improvement, leadership alignment, and disciplined capital deployment can unlock lasting value. David shares his perspective on what separates strong holding companies from short-term financial plays and why thoughtful stewardship matters more than quick exits.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
• How the holding company model differs from traditional private equity?
• What Silicon Prairie Holdings looks for when evaluating investments?
• Why operational leadership is critical after an acquisition?
• How long-term capital creates stability for portfolio companies?
• The balance between growth, cash flow, and reinvestment.
• Lessons learned from building and managing diversified businesses.
• How investors should think about risk, patience, and value creation?
David also talks about the realities of managing multiple operating companies, aligning incentives with leadership teams, and making decisions that support durable growth rather than short-term wins.
This episode is ideal for:
✔️ Investors interested in private markets.
✔️ Founders considering acquisition or succession options.
✔️ Operators curious about the holding company model.
✔️ Business leaders focused on long-term value creation.
✔️ Anyone exploring disciplined investing strategies.
🔗 Learn More About Silicon Prairie Holdings Inc
Visit https://investor.sppx.io to learn more about Silicon Prairie Holdings, explore their investment philosophy, portfolio approach, and investor information.
🎙️ About Invst Guru
Invst Guru, hosted by Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel, features thoughtful conversations with founders, operators, and investors building meaningful companies across technology, finance, healthcare, and consumer industries.
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