Kyle D. Henderson is the Founder and Principal of Henderson & Co. (“H&Co.”), a private advisory platform supporting a small number of clients on select engagements.

Kyle brings more than two decades of leadership, operating, and advisory experience across the for-profit and nonprofit sectors. His work spans electronic payments, technology, real estate, aviation, professional sports, beverages, and consumer brands, with experience advising early-stage ventures, family offices, and established enterprises.

In parallel, he has led nonprofit efforts addressing nationwide social challenges, including opioid-related harm reduction and recovery, directly impacting over 100,000 lives. Across both commercial and mission-driven work, he is known for connecting people, capital, and strategy.

ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND

Xcel Companies, Co-Founder & Principal (2009-Present)

For more than 17 years, Xcel Companies has been a trusted partner to established businesses navigating the complexities of payment processing. The firm is processor-agnostic, working exclusively on behalf of clients to identify more efficient, lower-cost payment solutions.

Under Kyle’s leadership, the firm operates as a trusted advocate for businesses seeking to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and manage risk in a rapidly evolving payments landscape.

Denver Ventures, Investor (2021-Present)

Kyle invests in Denver Ventures portfolio companies, supporting Colorado’s most promising early-stage and growth ventures.

Sandgaard Capital, President (2020-2025)

As the President of Sandgaard Capital, Kyle provided strategic leadership and operational oversight for a family office with major investments in real estate, private equity/professional sports, and public markets.

Sandgaard Foundation, Executive Director (2020-2025)

As Executive Director, Kyle led the Foundation’s initiatives to combat the nationwide opioid crisis. The Foundation funds overdose prevention, recovery, and advocacy programs through grants, campaigns, and partnerships.

In partnership with organizations such as Mobilize Recovery, The Voices Project, Direct Relief, and the Naloxone Project, we have distributed over one million doses of Narcan/Naloxone nationwide—and reversed over 100,000 overdoses to date.

Grantees include Yale University’s Program in Addiction Medicine, Mobilize Recovery, The Naloxone Project, The Voices Project, and the award-winning JUNCTION movie.

Opportunity Coalition, Co-Founder & Executive Director (2013–2020)

Kyle Co-Founded the Opportunity Coalition ("OC") in 2013. The OC operated as a 501(c)(4) nonprofit advancing free enterprise, entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and community impact.

The Opportunity Coalition's featured speakers include the Founders, Chairmen, and CEOs of RE/MAX, Keller Williams, the Denver Broncos, the Colorado Rockies, Molson Coors, 1stBank, Baby Einstein, the Global Down Syndrome Foundation, The El Pomar Foundation, The Daniels Fund, and the University of Colorado, among many others.

Northstar Commercial Partners, Chief of Staff (2017–2020)

Kyle served as Chief of Staff at Northstar, a commercial real estate investment and development firm managing a multi-billion-dollar portfolio of more than 14.4 million square feet across the U.S.

XJet, Director of Business Development (2005–2008)

One of the company’s first team members, Kyle played a foundational role in shaping XJet’s business, marketing, and sales strategies. He worked directly with HNW individuals, family offices, and corporate principals, supporting bespoke private aviation solutions and long-term client relationships.

XJet is a premier private aviation brand founded in Colorado that now operates bases in London (STN) and Dubai (DWC) and has received international recognition from Aviation International News, Robb Report, and multiple design and branding awards.

ADVISORY BOARDS

Kyle has served on various Executive Advisory Boards, including:

The Naloxone Project is a national nonprofit initiative working to prevent opioid overdose deaths by expanding access to naloxone, lifesaving training, and community awareness.
Teakoe® was a premium tea company offering craft-brewed iced teas and sparkling teas, distributed nationally in grocery stores, restaurants, and hospitality venues. Now: Homage & Hustle.
Community Funded is a leading crowdfunding platform empowering universities, nonprofits, and organizations to launch, manage, and scale community-driven fundraising campaigns. Now: Give Campus.
PayFurther is an innovative payment solutions company providing businesses with flexible, secure, and efficient processing technologies designed to reduce costs and improve cash flow.

MEDIA

Kyle and his family’s TV series on Animal Planet, “Hanging with the Hendersons”, aired for two seasons internationally.