Oak Tree Industries, LLC is a privately held holding company that acquires and operates well-established, profitable businesses within the Green Services sector — including landscaping, outdoor living, tree care, and related service verticals.

We specialize in partnering with founders of closely held companies to provide succession solutions, operational support, and long-term ownership. Our acquisition program prioritizes good, solid businesses across the Southeastern United States, with a strong bias toward loyal customer bases, historical profitability, and proven teams.

At OTI, we bring an action-oriented, entrepreneurial mindset to everything we do. Our mission is to build a top 100 Lawn & Landscape company that serves communities, clients, and crews.

The Oak Tree Industries brand strategy is unique to the industry, as we retain the name, logo and trademarks associated with each business at the time of the acquisition. We are committed to preserving the goodwill and long-standing customer relationships local businesses have built and see the value in maintaining local and regional branding.

If you’re interested in exploring a potential transaction with Oak Tree Industries, please contact Alexander Theofilis, Founder, at (470) 330-9601 or alex@oaktree-industries.com. We're here to help with a confidential, no-obligation discussion about how our acquisition models can align with your exit strategy

Who We Are

Why Oak Tree Industries?

Your Legacy Secured

We acquire companies with strong local roots and loyal customer bases. We protect what matters—your people, brand, and relationships—while enhancing back-office systems, financial reporting, recruiting, business development, and operational execution.
You built the legacy. We bring the scale.

World-class Support

You'll gain access to a seasoned team of operators, M&A professionals, and industry experts. From strategy to execution, we provide targeted support where it adds the most value—without disrupting what already works.

Employee Opportunities

Your team becomes part of a growing platform with real career pathways. We offer advancement opportunities, performance-based incentives, and the potential for equity participation through stock option plans.

Access to Capital

We bring the capital and financial expertise to support growth—whether that means expanding services, investing in equipment, or entering new markets. Our team has decades of experience structuring and raising growth capital.

Flexible Transaction Structures

Every owner has different goals. Whether you’re planning for succession or looking for a growth partner, we tailor each transaction to reflect your timeline, needs, and desired involvement post-close.

Collaboration

We’re building a network of high-quality regional operators. As part of our group, you’ll gain access to peer collaboration, shared resources, and opportunities to strengthen your market position through strategic alignment.

Executive Leadership

Alexander Theofilis is the Founder of Oak Tree Industries, a permanent holding company focused on acquiring and operating well-established green service businesses for the long-term.
Founder & Principal of Oak Tree Industries: Founder of a strategic holding company focused on acquiring and consolidating SMEs within the Green Services sector. Assembled a world-class Board of Directors and Leadership Team. Established relationships with top-tier representation, engaging Holland & Knight and CBIZ. Alexander drives the vision for strategic growth, overseeing acquisitions, transaction structuring, and capital raising to align with long-term objectives.
Experience at Yarbrough Capital: Gained invaluable experience working alongside billionaire investor Jon Yarbrough. Learned advanced investment strategies and honed expertise in transaction management while contributing to high-stakes investment decisions.

Early Start in Buyouts: Entered the buyout industry at age 15, shadowing a $50+ million leveraged finance transaction. This early exposure provided a strong foundation for a career in investment and consolidation, fostering a deep understanding of deal dynamics and strategic growth.

Board of Directors

Michael Hoy is the Non-Executive Chairman of Oak Tree Industries, a permanent holding company focused on acquiring and operating well-established green service businesses for the long-term.
Executive Chairman of Great Day Improvements since 2025: Led company expansion from 12 locations with $35 million revenue to 300+, including 8 strategic acquisitions and the establishment of 100+ new locations with $1.7 billion revenue as Chief Executive Officer from 2015 to 2024.

Industry Recognition: Under Michael’s leadership, the company is ranked as the 2nd largest home improvement company in the U.S. by Qualified Remodeler Magazine.

35+ years of industry experience: Brings a deep understanding of market dynamics, with nearly a decade of service driving growth and operational excellence at Great Day.
Visionary Leadership: Focused on innovation, customer satisfaction, and employee development, while fostering a culture of integrity, collaboration, and accountability.
Proven Growth and Success: Instrumental in positioning Great Day as a leader in the home improvement sector, executing aggressive growth strategies and enhancing company performance.

Greg Barnes is a Non-Executive Director of Oak Tree Industries, a permanent holding company focused on acquiring and operating well-established green service businesses for the long-term.
Experienced Leader & Trusted Advisor: Led over 50 M&A transactions, spanning small tuck-in acquisitions to multi-billion-dollar deals. Expertise in global audit, regulatory compliance, and P&L leadership, providing strategic guidance to clients across a wide range of industries.
Lead Partner & Strategic Advisor: Led private and multinational public company engagements, advising on multiple IPOs, M&A transactions, and strategic initiatives totaling billions in value. Extensive experience across industries including financial services, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, professional sports, and not-for-profits. Provided counsel on complex acquisitions, business expansion, regulatory compliance, and crisis management, leveraging deep operational and financial expertise.
Proven Track Record in Growth & Crisis Management: Managed business growth as Managing Partner of KPMG’s Memphis Office, overseeing operations and P&L, while advising multinational clients on strategic initiatives. Provided steady leadership during the dot-com collapse as President and CFO of Staffmark Investment, navigating crisis and driving organizational change.

Bill Davoli is a Non-Executive Director of Oak Tree Industries, a permanent holding company focused on acquiring and operating well-established green service businesses for the long-term.
Industry Expertise & Entrepreneurial Leadership: With over 35 years of experience in the green industry, Mr. Davoli has owned and operated landscape maintenance and construction companies across the U.S., demonstrating deep industry knowledge and a proven entrepreneurial spirit. His leadership spans businesses of varying sizes, from startups to companies exceeding $350 million in revenue, providing him with a broad perspective on business growth and operational excellence.

Proven M&A Expertise: A skilled professional in managing mergers and acquisitions, Mr. Davoli has extensive experience in leading transactions from both the buyer and seller sides. He excels in navigating the complexities of negotiations, due diligence, and integration, and has a strong ability to assess strategic fit, financial implications, and risks, consistently delivering exceptional outcomes for stakeholders.

Strategic Vision & Industry Authority: As a third-generation leader in the landscape industry, Mr. Davoli’s wealth of experience enables him to effectively manage operations, drive growth, and implement successful sales strategies. He is highly respected for his forward-thinking approach, in-depth market knowledge, and ability to create value, earning him a reputation as a sought-after executive in the green industry.

David Liner is a Non-Executive Director of Oak Tree Industries, a permanent holding company focused on acquiring and operating well-established green service businesses for the long-term.
Strategic Leadership in M&A and Governance: Led over $5 billion in acquisitions and helped execute Roper Technologies' acquisition strategy, acquiring more than 40 businesses. Served as Chairman of the Nominating and Governance Committee and member of the Audit and Compensation Committees at CECO Environmenta

Extensive Legal and Compliance Expertise: Served as General Counsel, Corporate Secretary, and Chief Compliance Officer at Roper Technologies, providing strategic oversight in corporate governance, legal matters, and compliance. Oversaw global legal activities for MascoTech, including a $900 million tender offer.

Global Business Expansion and Legal Leadership: Former corporate partner at Dykema Gossett, where he led the automotive industry practice and founded the firm’s China practice. Extensive experience advising on cross-border legal and M&A matters, with a focus on the industrial and technology sectors.