P3 Cost Analysts in Springdale sells controlling interest to Guideboat Capital
by October 30, 2025 6:14 pm 248 views
Dallas-based private equity firm Guideboat Capital Partners has acquired controlling interest in Springdale-based P3 Cost Analysts, which provides cost-saving analysis services. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Aaron Stahl, CEO of P3 Cost Analysts, announced Thursday (Oct. 30) the transaction on social media.
“This move is just a natural progression for the company and exactly what’s needed to reach the next stage of growth,” Stahl said. “I’ll still be very much involved with P3 as one of the largest shareholders along with the other partners.”
Mike Sutton is the founder and owner of Guideboat Capital. Sutton is “a good friend and a great human being,” Stahl said. “We’re thrilled to partner with him to take P3 to the next level.
“Mike brings tremendous experience in scaling companies, and we’re confident we can achieve great things together.”
Stahl said he will remain the CEO over the next three to four months while a search for his replacement takes place.
“We’re looking for someone with deep experience in growing companies, strong executive-level leadership, and a strong skillset in sales and marketing,” Stahl said.
After the transition, Stahl will remain on the company’s board of directors and continue to help the company grow “while staying connected with both clients and staff.
“We’ve built an amazing company and service, and we’re ready for lots more clients.”
Stahl started P3 part-time in January 2005. About six years ago, the company rebranded from P3 Waste Consulting after acquiring a competitor, which was established in 1991. Since that acquisition, the company has looked to expand its footprint through franchising. P3 serves more than 30,000 client locations in all 50 states, Canada and Mexico.