Services

Honest conversations. Practical guidance. Real experience.

Every engagement starts with understanding where you are. From there, we work together to clarify what's next — and what it takes to get there.

Business Ownership Coaching

For: Employees and professionals exploring ownership

Helping employees and professionals determine whether business ownership is right for them — and whether they should start or buy a business.

Business Ownership Advisory

For: Existing business owners

Helping business owners think through opportunities, challenges, growth, and strategy with an experienced sounding board.

Business Acquisition Evaluation

For: First-time and experienced buyers

Helping prospective buyers evaluate businesses and opportunities — assessing fit, risk, financials, and readiness to operate.

Business Growth Planning

For: Owners ready to scale

Helping owners improve business value, strengthen leadership, and build long-term success through clear strategy and execution.

Succession & Transition Planning

For: Owners planning what's next

Helping owners prepare for future ownership transitions — family succession, internal handoff, or eventual sale to a third party.

SCORE Mentoring

For: Entrepreneurs and small business owners

As a Certified SCORE mentor, Doug provides volunteer mentoring to entrepreneurs and small businesses through the SCORE program.

Speaking & Workshops

For: Organizations, schools, and industry groups

Talks and workshops on the realities of business ownership, the journey from employee to owner, and lessons from building and selling a company.

Not sure which one fits?

Most conversations begin the same way — with a few questions and a clear sense of where you are. Reach out and we'll figure out the right next step together.

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