Setting a New Standard in Automotive Excellence

Shawn Beard is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Icon Enterprises, a private investment and operating platform focused on partnering and building lower middle-market businesses in infrastructure services, energy, and automotive verticals. With more than 25 years of executive and entrepreneurial experience, Shawn has led multiple successful ventures and brings a proven ability to unlock value through both strategic insight and disciplined execution.

Shawn began his entrepreneurial journey as the owner of Milford Pipe & Supply, a regional distribution company that he scaled significantly before leading it through a successful sale. He has since founded, grown, and exited multiple other companies across the service and distribution sectors, earning a reputation for building operationally sound, high-performing businesses.

Known for his sharp business instincts and deep operational know-how, Shawn has repeatedly generated superior investor outcomes by focusing on leadership development, customer retention, and scalable processes. His approach is hands-on yet strategic—partnering closely with portfolio company teams while maintaining a clear long-term vision for growth and value creation.

In addition to his experience in infrastructure and energy, Shawn is a lifelong automotive enthusiast, a passion that naturally complements Icon’s ventures in the high-end automotive services space. He has a deep understanding of the clients expectations and a strong desire to exceed expectations.

At Icon, Shawn continues to focus on identifying promising partners, mentoring leadership teams, and supporting long-term value creation. He brings the perspective of a seasoned entrepreneur with the discipline of an institutional investor, making him a key driver of Icon’s strategic direction.