McGavock D.
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McGavock — congrats on launching Opus Holdings. been working on outbound origination with long-hold holdco investors and your fund has been on my radar. would be good to connect.
McGavock — though we both spent time in PE (you at Vulcan/Opus, me at Treis in London), I've seen first-hand how challenging early proprietary origination can be. Been helping funds like Mentmore and Wingman with their outbound origination — curious what email infrastructure you're using these days — still mostly on shared IPs like Instantly, or have you moved to private/dedicated senders? Happy to share what's working best for similar long-hold holdco funds if useful. — Russ
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McGavock — hope you had a good weekend. wanted to reach out — congrats on launching Opus, always impressed by those who've taken the leap. though we share an IB/PE background (you at Susquehanna, me CS/Greenhill), I hope to one day do the same. in the meantime I've been working on the origination side with funds like Backer Group and Mentmore — curious how you're thinking about origination at Opus. mostly proprietary or still seeing a lot through brokers? very best, Russell linkedin.com/in/russellt23
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## PROSPECT INFORMATION: Name: McGavock D. Title: Co-Founder and Managing Partner Fund: Opus Holdings Background: PROSPECT SUMMARY: McGavock D. Current Focus: McGavock is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Opus Holdings, a Birmingham-based holding company he launched in early 2024. He describes Opus as being built with a "patient time horizon and a focus on enduring quality." He also maintains a role as a Manager at Jeffcoat & Associates, LLC (starting November 2025). Background: He has a deep 15-year background in value investing and financial research. From 2010 to 2025, he was a Principal, Analyst, and Director of Research at Vulcan Value Partners, where he helped grow the firm from under $60 million in AUM to a significantly larger scale. Earlier in his career, he served as an Investment Banking Associate at Susquehanna International Group. He holds an MBA from the UVA Darden School of Business and a BA from the University of Virginia, where he was an ACC Champion in Varsity Track and Field. Key Skills: Long-term investing, business analysis, stewardship, research leadership, and value investing. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). Recent Posts & Key Quotes: January 7, 2026: "As I begin working full-time on Opus Holdings, I want to pause and express my gratitude for the 15 years I spent at Vulcan Value Partners... much of what gives me confidence in what comes next is rooted in what I learned at Vulcan: how to recognize exceptional businesses, and how culture and alignment compound over time." April 9, 2025: "It’s been a while since I started my role at Opus Holdings as a Co-Founder and Managing Partner, but I wanted to share this update with everyone." June 10, 2023: "Thank you to all who participated in NALA 2023 in Atlanta, GA! Here is a peek at the opening session with our exceptional participants from Mexico, Canada, and the U.S.A." Additional Context: McGavock is actively involved in leadership networks, including the Society of International Business Fellows (SIBF) and the North America Leadership Alliance (NALA). He has shown interest in Ray Dalio’s principles regarding "thoughtful disagreement" and improved decision-making. Fund details: - Description: A private holding company designed to align interests and create ‘win-win’ outcomes. We seek to achieve outstanding returns with an approach that is patient, people-centric, and nimble. We are committed to compounding capital over a multi-decade horizon. Patient: We want long holds, not quick flips. People-centric: We build and preserve great teams and give them increased opportunities. Nimble: We pursue deals of all shapes and sizes and tailor investment structures to each unique opportunity (minority or majority, growth capital, or partial & full buy-outs). Opus Holdings is an affiliate of Vulcan Value Partners. For more information on Vulcan Value Partners, please visit www.vulcanvaluepartners.com. - Website: https://www.opusholdings.com - Location: Birmingham, Alabama, United States - Lead qualification: Research: - Query: =Opus Holdings McGavock D. recent investments fund thesis - Answer: Opus Holdings focuses on long-term investments in strategic sectors, emphasizing alignment and quick decision-making. Recent investments include majority ownership acquisitions to enhance market value. The firm aims for steady growth and shareholder dividends.