AE Perkins
A.E. Perkins is a holding company and long-term investor that partners with founder-led businesses to drive sustainable growth, preserve capital, and build enduring brands through operational excellence.
Founded by William C. Short
“We don’t buy companies to flip them. We build them with intention, discipline, and respect for the people who got them here.”
We’re not a fund with exit timelines. Our structure allows us to invest for decades, not quarters, building differentiated systems the right way. This is our 1000 mile march: prioritizing long-term resilience and sustainable growth over short-term returns.
We’re builders and operators. We know the difference between operating and investing because we’ve done both.
A.E. Perkins isn’t theoretical. We’ve built, scaled, and operated successful businesses that process 3B annually. Our strategy is shaped by what we’ve already proven works.
Our core expertise lies in healthcare payments and benefits technology, where we have built and scaled durable platforms supported by proprietary IP, onshore development, and disciplined operations. Complementing this foundation, we maintain strategic positions in real estate, consumer products, and emerging payments.
For more than twenty years, we have scaled businesses with a focus on sustainable growth and capital preservation. Our flexible structure and aligned incentives allow us to support innovation while maintaining strong foundational business principles across every brand we operate.
Whether you’re exploring a full acquisition or a strategic partnership, A.E. Perkins offers a founder-led alternative to traditional financial buyer!
A.E. Perkins is a founder-led holding company built to support businesses for the long term.
