About
Investment Approach
The management team at St. Christopher Holdings is actively involved in the success of each holding entity.
Strategic Growth
Identify and develop strategic priorities and growth initiatives
Team Building
Attract and recruit experienced senior executives
Industry Advisors
Leverage industry relationships, bringing in seasoned executives to advise our portfolio companies
Corporate Development
Solidify and complete major customer relationships, strategic partnerships, and acquisitions
Capitalization
Optimize and manage balance sheets to benefit shareholders
Exit Planning
Plan and achieve successful outcomes through sales, mergers, or IPOs
The St. Christopher investment team discussing open topics of the day, with the leadership of our real estate area.
2006
St. Christopher Holdings was Formed
Roberto Contreras III forms St. Christopher Holdings, LLC (SCH) to encompass his interests in surfacing and real estate investing.
2010
DC Partners
DC Partners forms under the umbrella of SCH to specialize in development of luxury residential high-rise, mid-rise, mixed-use and suburban projects.
2011
Glück Brands
SCH acquires Glück Brands, maker of wholesome snacks for kids, with sales benefiting orphaned and abandoned children.
2012
Astoria
DC Partners breaks ground on Astoria, a high-rise in Houston’s Galleria area dedicated to superlative condominiums, which sells out in 2015.
2013
Chateau Ten - West U and River Oaks
Construction begins on Chateau Ten mid-rise luxury residences in Houston’s exclusive West University and River Oaks neighborhoods. River Oaks sells out in 2015, West U in 2016.
2013
Latitude Construction
SCH acquires Latitude Construction, a firm specializing in beautiful, functional spaces through design, construction, and renovation.
2014
Inclán Studio
SCH invests in Inclán Studio, a Houston-based women’s ready-to-wear fashion label with careful, focused attention to detail.
2016
Industrial Fork Properties
Supporting SCH’s interests in stone fabrication, Industrial Fork Properties, a turn-key facility, opens in Houston.
2016
Stonite Surfaces
SCH invests in Stonite Surfaces, specializing in commercial and residential fabrication and installation of high-quality engineered and natural surfaces.
2017
Thompson San Antonio - Riverwalk
DC Partners breaks ground on Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk, a premier hospitality destination featuring luxury hotel rooms and residences with extensive amenities.
2018
The Allen Development
DC Partners breaks ground on The Allen, a mixed-use development featuring upscale residences, office and retail space near downtown Houston – scheduled for completion in 2023.
2018
Moderno Porcelain Works
SCH founds Moderno Porcelain Works, specializing in fabrication and installation of ultra-luxe residential and commercial porcelain panels.
2020
4411 San Felipe
DC Partners breaks ground on 4411 San Felipe, a class A+ office and retail development within walking distance of the exclusive River Oaks shopping district in Houston.