Specializing In:
Change Management
Growth requires change… It can be uncomfortable while requiring focus, determination, a strong culture, communication, leadership, and a strong plan. Although uncomfortable at times, it is highly rewarding as it benefits shareholders, employees, customers, and key suppliers. Grow in a focused and intentional manner.
Family Business Matters
Transitions from one generation to another and/or another family member are unique business challenges. Nick has experience with several different cycles. An outside advisor can help manage and mentor through this transition.
Profitable Revenue Growth
The desire is to grow profitably… cost management, margin retention/improvement, cash management, operational efficiency, go-to-market approach, customer retention and growth, and the elimination of waste all need to be balanced.Services Offered:
Advisory Board Membership
Having served as President/CEO, Nick recognizes the value of a strong Advisory Board for oversight, consultation, and direction. Having served as an Advisory Board member for several organizations, Nick has experience providing the organizational leader the support they need.
Talent Management
Mentorship and coaching will help key members of the team grow and further develop to lead your desired organizational growth. It is always easier and rewarding to promote from within.
Strategic Planning
Develop a 3-5 year plan leveraging the assistance of an outside facilitator. Tie together the company’s Vision, Mission, Values, Goals, Strategies, and Action Plans to execute profitable growth.
Organizational Culture Management
As a values-based leader, Nick believes in and is committed to helping develop a company culture. Conscientiously cultivate your desired culture on stated organizational values to promote Teamwork, Alignment, Focus, and the Desired Results.
Product Development and Commercialization
Using a Stage Gate Product Development and Commercialization process will assist with organizational cross-functional collaboration, time to market, and proper return on investment.
Go-to-Market Strategies
Whether direct-to-consumer or through channel partners... Whether a direct sales force or manufacturers reps, Nick has experience developing go-to-market strategies than can help your business grow.- Brand positioning and marketing messaging.
- Voice of the customer.
- Channel partner development and management.
- Sales force structure and management.
Fractional CEO
Have a seasoned pro on your team without the full-time commitment. Top-tier leadership, experience, and strategic insight on a part-time basis.
A CEO available to steer your company in the right direction, but only when you need them. Specialized skills and strategic leadership that drive growth and efficiency, all tailored to your business’s unique needs. These needs may be driven by succession transition, acquisition, scaling of the business, and/or significant change cycles. Working with and for company ownership.
The beauty of this arrangement? Flexibility. Whether you need sharp financial guidance, innovative business development/go-to-market strategies, operational excellence, or process/systems insights, a fractional CEO can provide the expertise you need without the full-time cost and need to pay benefits.