Vulcan Harbor Ventures
In a business landscape often dominated by tech startups and venture-backed disruption, Vulcan Harbor Ventures is taking a refreshingly grounded approach: investing in established small businesses and helping them grow with purpose. Led by entrepreneur Dustin Cotcamp, the firm is building a portfolio centered on operational excellence, people-first leadership, and long-term value.
Diving into Small Business: A New Chapter with Carolina Creative Pools and Spas
Entrepreneurs know that the right opportunity doesn’t always look like a pitch deck or a flashy startup. Sometimes, it looks like a local business ready for its next chapter. That’s exactly what Dustin Cotcamp saw in Carolina Creative Pools and Spas - a North Carolina-based pool construction and service company with a reputation for quality craftsmanship and happy customers.
Dustin’s decision to acquire Carolina Creative wasn’t just a transaction. It was a strategic leap into the world of small business ownership. With a deep respect for the team that built the business and a clear vision for its future, he’s now leading the company into its next stage of growth, blending operational improvements with a steadfast commitment to customer service.
“This is the first step in a longer journey,” Dustin says. “We see real potential in small businesses that are already doing great work. Our goal is to support what’s working, invest where we can add value, and help these companies reach new levels of success.”
From Pools to Portfolios
While Carolina Creative is the first acquisition under the Vulcan Harbor Ventures umbrella, it likely won’t be the last. Dustin and his team are focused on identifying strong businesses with great teams and solid fundamentals - companies where thoughtful leadership and targeted investment can make a meaningful difference.
The vision for Vulcan Harbor Ventures is simple but powerful: build a portfolio of well-run, community-rooted businesses, and give them the strategic guidance and resources they need to thrive. It’s a different kind of investment thesis. Not one based on scale at all costs, but on durability, people, and long-term value creation.
Partnering with Fourscore
As Dustin made the leap from idea to execution, Fourscore Business Law provided trusted legal counsel every step of the way. From structuring the acquisition of Carolina Creative Pools and Spas to advising on the operations of Vulcan Harbor Ventures, our team worked closely with Dustin to make sure each legal detail supported the bigger picture.
“Fourscore didn’t just help us get the deal done - they helped us think through how to build something that lasts,” Dustin shares. “They’ve been true partners, not just service providers.”
For Fourscore, that kind of collaboration is what it’s all about. Helping entrepreneurs align their vision with practical, legal foundations is at the heart of what we do.
Looking Ahead
With Carolina Creative Pools and Spas in full swing and new opportunities on the horizon, Vulcan Harbor Ventures is just getting started. It’s a story about thoughtful growth, purposeful entrepreneurship, and the power of local businesses to create lasting impact.
To learn more about Vulcan Harbor Ventures and their work in small business investment, visit vulcanharborventures.com.
To learn more about how Fourscore supports entrepreneurs, founders, and investors, visit fourscorelaw.com.
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