Lyn Alden has successfully raised $40 million to launch Orange Juice Holdings Inc., a new holding company that aims to acquire small US businesses while retaining earnings in Bitcoin.
Co-founded by Alden, along with notable figures like Jeff Booth and billionaire Ricardo Salinas, the firm has set its sights on acquiring cash-flow-positive companies earning between $1 million and $10 million annually. Unlike traditional investment strategies that prioritize quick exits, Orange Juice plans to retain ownership of these businesses indefinitely, enhancing their operations through artificial intelligence.
Business Model Overview
The unique model of Orange Juice involves channeling the retained earnings from its portfolio companies into a Bitcoin treasury. This decision positions Bitcoin as the reserve asset rather than merely distributing profits to shareholders or reinvesting in new acquisitions.
The objective is to mirror the business approach of MicroStrategy, but focused on small enterprises, combining a stable cash flow with Bitcoin holdings.
Public Listing Aspirations
If the company progresses towards a public listing, it would enable investors to gain exposure to Bitcoin while also benefiting from the operational income generated by its portfolio. This could provide a diversified investment vehicle representing small US businesses supported by a growing Bitcoin treasury.
Salinas' backing as an anchor investor reinforces the seriousness of the venture, signaling that there is institutional confidence in the model. His involvement, along with the $40 million raised, highlights a significant vote of confidence in the strategy pursued by the founders.
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