Bubble Down Car Wash has partnered with Strategic Capital, an investment strategy within BTG Pactual Global Alternatives. As part of the transaction, Strat Cap has committed $200 million in growth capital to fund the company’s expansion across Florida and the Southeast.
The investment provides Bubble Down Car Wash with significant resources to continue its growth plans — funding new site development, strategic acquisitions, and ongoing investment in the technology, people, and infrastructure that have driven the company’s growth, all while holding to the standards that define the brand.
Founded and headquartered in Tampa, FL, Bubble Down Car Wash has established itself as one of the nation’s premier express car wash operators. Known for its thoughtfully designed facilities, wash quality, and customer-first approach, the company currently operates eight locations throughout the Tampa Bay region, with numerous additional sites under development.
“When we started Bubble Down, we weren’t interested in building another car wash company,” said Bryan Zinober, founder and CEO of Bubble Down. “We set out to build something exceptional — a business that would stand the test of time, and one that our team members, customers, families, and communities could be proud of for generations.
“Anyone who has visited a Bubble Down location understands the difference. Nothing about Bubble Down is accidental. From site selection, design, and engineering to the customer experience and wash quality, every decision has been deliberate and intentional. We obsess over the details because quality matters, and we believe people recognize and appreciate when something is built with genuine care and intention. This partnership with Strat Cap allows us to expand that vision while staying true to the values and standards that have defined Bubble Down from day one.”
With the backing of Strat Cap, Bubble Down Car Wash is now well-positioned to be a leading consolidator of express car washes across Florida and the Southeast, while preserving the operational excellence and community focus that have set the company apart.
“Bubble Down has built a strong asset base with a clear focus on operational excellence, customer experience, and disciplined expansion,” said James Frank, head of Strat Cap at BTG Pactual Global Alternatives. “We are excited to partner with Bryan and his team to provide capital to support the company’s long-term, sustainable growth.”