Who We Are

Blackcore Holdings offers a long-term approach to business ownership. We acquire and operate essential service businesses with a focus on continuity, discipline, and long-term value creation.

Our Principles

Across Canada, thousands of strong businesses are approaching a transition point. Owners are stepping back, but many lack a clear successor.

These are not failing businesses—they are profitable, trusted, and deeply embedded in their communities. Without the right transition, they risk being undervalued, mismanaged, or lost entirely.

Black Core Holdings exists to provide a structured, long-term path forward.

— Our Philosophy —

Mission Statement

“Every opportunity is evaluated through rigorous financial and operational analysis. We prioritize downside protection, structured deals, and sustainable performance over short-term gains.”

Empowerment through individual agency

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world.

Mentorship over standardized instruction

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world.

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Precision through intentional analytics

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world.

Cultivating a growth-oriented mindset

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world.

Meet our Team

Adeyemi Fatoye

Co-Founder, Head of Finance
Adeyemi Fatoye brings experience in finance, business operations, and financial management across multiple industries. His background includes banking, investments, bookkeeping, and operating service-based businesses.
In 2025, he co-acquired Lorne Murphy Foods Limited, a 70-year-old company with a major government cafeteria contract, where he oversees budgeting, payroll, vendor relations, and operational finance. His approach is focused on disciplined financial management, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability.
Steeven Severe

Co-Founder, Head of Operations
Steeven Severe is an entrepreneur with experience building and operating service-based businesses across construction, facility services, and automotive industries. His background includes sales, marketing, project management, and day-to-day business operations.
In 2025, he co-acquired Lorne Murphy Foods Limited, a 70-year-old company operating multiple government cafeterias under a major federal contract. As Co-Owner and Head of Operations, he oversees operational performance, project management, and growth initiatives with a focus on long-term stability and execution.
Nick Belmont

Head of Marketing
Nick Belmont has experience in marketing, business development, and digital strategy, with a focus on helping businesses improve positioning, lead generation, and operational growth. His background includes work across sales, communications, website development, and digital marketing for both service-based businesses and corporate organizations.
He has worked on projects involving brand positioning, customer acquisition, and digital systems, with an emphasis on practical execution and long-term business growth. His approach combines strategic thinking with hands-on implementation across marketing, operations, and business development.