Building the most trusted property vendors in Southern California
A family of companies dedicated to serving the property management industry
A family of companies dedicated to serving the property management industry
Splash Companies was established with the purpose of buying great businesses in the Skilled Trades, retaining existing teams, and shepherding the businesses through their next stage of growth. We aim to be the solution to your business succession challenges.
Unlike Private Equity or other Corporate Buyers, Splash Companies is focused on retaining your team and preserving your brand. We are committed to achieving fair acquisition terms and offering the flexibility for owners to transition in whatever way makes the most sense.
We don't want to just be the buyer of your business. We want to be your succession partner. Our goal is to earn your trust and convince you that Splash Companies will be a good steward of your business and will provide servant-leadership to your employees.
Wayne Taylor is the founder of Splash Companies and serves as the President of Splash Plumbing and Pacific Backflow, which were acquired by Splash Companies in 2022 and 2024, respectively. Wayne focuses his efforts on setting the long-term vision for the businesses and driving operational improvements that will enable the businesses to achieve their goals. Wayne is a C36 plumbing license holder in the state of California.
Prior to Splash Companies, Wayne was a commercial real estate investor and asset manager. With ASB Real Estate Investments he oversaw operations, financial performance, and value creation for a portfolio of investments valued at $1.2 billion and completed 25 acquisitions totaling nearly $750 million in market value. Wayne began his professional career at Eastdil Secured, a real estate capital markets advisory company.
Prior to his professional career, Wayne was a pro baseball player in the Seattle Mariners' farm system. As a catcher, Wayne's primary responsibilities were managing pitching staffs, preparing game plans, and implementing strategies amidst in-game pressure situations. This experienced influenced Wayne's approach to leadership, which is rooted in his Core Leadership Values, as outlined here.
Wayne has a B.S. in Civil & Environmental Engineering from Stanford University and a M.B.A from UC Berkeley, Haas School of Business. Wayne also holds a C36 plumbing contractor license.
Servant Leadership
"But whoever would be great among you must be your servant"
Mark 10:43
Humility
"Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves"
Philippians 2:3
Integrity
"Simply let your 'Yes' be 'Yes,' and your 'No,' 'No'"
Matthew 5:37
Attitude & Effort
"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters"
Colossians 3:23
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