Grow with intent. Exit on your terms.
Founder/owner-focused, precise guidance to sharpen strategy, raise enterprise value, and get you ready to scale—or sell—on your timeline.
100% confidential. No obligation. Designed for owners only.
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Grow with intent. Exit on your terms.
Founder/owner-focused, precise guidance to sharpen strategy, raise enterprise value, and get you ready to scale—or sell—on your timeline.
100% confidential. No obligation. Designed for owners only.
Coming Soon
Big‑firm strategy. Founder‑level attention.
ABS coaching bridges the gap between generic ‘business coaching’ and transaction‑ready M&A advisory. We build a clear operating plan, remove value drags, and position you for the outcome you want—on your timeline.
Outcome‑Driven:
We start with your end in mind—succession, partial recap, or scale.
Confidential & Discreet:
Your plans stay private. Every engagement is under NDA.
Deal‑Informed:
Guidance shaped by real transactions, not theory.
Owner‑Practical:
Playbooks you can execute with your current team.
- Clarify exit vs. growth path using a structured readiness diagnostic
- Translate strategy into 90‑day execution sprints with measurable KPIs
- Identify valuation levers (pricing, mix, margins, churn, working capital) and remove risk flags buyers scrutinize
- Prepare optionality—bank financing, minority equity, strategic partnerships, or full sale
Big‑firm strategy. Founder‑level attention.
ABS coaching bridges the gap between generic ‘business coaching’ and transaction‑ready M&A advisory. We build a clear operating plan, remove value drags, and position you for the outcome you want—on your timeline.
Outcome‑Driven:
We start with your end in mind—succession, partial recap, or scale.
Confidential & Discreet:
Your plans stay private. Every engagement is under NDA.
Deal‑Informed:
Guidance shaped by real transactions, not theory.
Owner‑Practical:
Playbooks you can execute with your current team.
- Clarify exit vs. growth path using a structured readiness diagnostic
- Translate strategy into 90‑day execution sprints with measurable KPIs
- Identify valuation levers (pricing, mix, margins, churn, working capital) and remove risk flags buyers scrutinize
- Prepare optionality—bank financing, minority equity, strategic partnerships, or full sale
Pain Points & Solutions
What’s keeping you up at night—and how we fix it.
Talk Through Your Situation →
01
I’m not sure if I should sell or scale.
Structured Exit-or-Grow assessment, scenario modeling, and timeline with milestones.
02
Revenue is up, cash is tight.
Working-capital tune‑up, pricing/margin model, and cash conversion cycle improvements.
03
Too many things depend on me.
Org design, process capture, and leadership cadence that de‑founder the business.
04
Customer concentration worries me.
Pipeline redesign, key‑account strategy, and retention + expansion motions.
05
Valuation feels like a mystery.
Valuation framework + the specific levers to move multiple and reduce discounting.
06
We need growth capital but don’t know the path.
Financing prep: lender‑ready package, KPIs, forecasts, and options map.
06
I don’t have a clean story for buyers or banks.
Clear narrative: market position, moat, numbers, and plan—all consistent.
Pain Points & Solutions
What’s keeping you up at night—and how we fix it.
Talk Through Your Situation →
01
I’m not sure if I should sell or scale.
Structured Exit-or-Grow assessment, scenario modeling, and timeline with milestones.
02
Revenue is up, cash is tight.
Working-capital tune‑up, pricing/margin model, and cash conversion cycle improvements.
03
Too many things depend on me.
Org design, process capture, and leadership cadence that de‑founder the business.
04
Customer concentration worries me.
Pipeline redesign, key‑account strategy, and retention + expansion motions.
05
Valuation feels like a mystery.
Valuation framework + the specific levers to move multiple and reduce discounting.
06
We need growth capital but don’t know the path.
Financing prep: lender‑ready package, KPIs, forecasts, and options map.
06
I don’t have a clean story for buyers or banks.
Clear narrative: market position, moat, numbers, and plan—all consistent.
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Step 1 — Discovery & DiagnosticDeliverables: NDA, data request, founder interview, Exit-or-Grow readiness scorecard, quick wins list.
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Step 2 — Value & Risk MapDeliverables: Valuation lens, margin and mix analysis, risk flags (concentration, key‑man, compliance), prioritized levers.
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Step 3 — Strategy DesignDeliverables: Chosen path (Exit or Growth), 12‑month strategy, targets, and capital/people implications.
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Step 4 — 90‑Day Execution SprintsDeliverables: Sprint plan, KPI dashboard, weekly cadence, unblock list, and mid‑sprint adjustments.
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Step 5 — Readiness to Transact or Scale (As Needed)Deliverables: Clean data room basics, story deck, forecast model, lender/buyer prep, or scale‑up resourcing plan.
Our Process
Establish Clarity & Reduce Friction
Ongoing — Advisory & Accountability Monthly/quarterly reviews, board‑style guidance, and option‑expanding checkpoints.
Typical engagement: 3–6 months to clarity
6–12 months for measurable value lift.
Our Process
Establish Clarity & Reduce Friction
Ongoing — Advisory & Accountability Monthly/quarterly reviews, board‑style guidance, and option‑expanding checkpoints.
Typical engagement: 3–6 months to clarity
6–12 months for measurable value lift.
- Step 1 — Discovery & Diagnostic
Deliverables: NDA, data request, founder interview, Exit-or-Grow readiness scorecard, quick wins list.
- Step 2 — Value & Risk Map
Deliverables: Valuation lens, margin and mix analysis, risk flags (concentration, key‑man, compliance), prioritized levers.
- Step 3 — Strategy Design
Deliverables: Chosen path (Exit or Growth), 12‑month strategy, targets, and capital/people implications.
- Step 4 — 90‑Day Execution Sprints
Deliverables: Sprint plan, KPI dashboard, weekly cadence, unblock list, and mid‑sprint adjustments.
- Step 5 — Readiness to Transact or Scale (As Needed)
Deliverables: Clean data room basics, story deck, forecast model, lender/buyer prep, or scale‑up resourcing plan.
Begin Your Transition with Confidence.
Whether you’re preparing to sell, considering growth capital, or simply exploring your options, our first conversation is 100% confidential and pressure-free.
Begin Your Transition with Confidence.
Whether you’re preparing to sell, considering growth capital, or simply exploring your options, our first conversation is 100% confidential and pressure-free.
Remove Remaining Objections
FAQs
Straight answers, before you decide.
How is ABS coaching different from traditional coaching?
It’s deal‑informed and outcome‑oriented. We focus on valuation levers, risk removal, and transaction optionality—not generic motivation.
What if I’m undecided on exit vs. growth?
That’s common. We start with a structured assessment and scenario planning to build confidence in your path and timing.
How long is a typical engagement?
Initial clarity in 3–6 weeks; meaningful value lift in 6–12 months, depending on complexity and goals.
How do fees work?
Fixed monthly advisory for coaching; clearly scoped add‑ons for modeling, data room prep, or buyer/lender interactions.
Will you talk to buyers or banks on our behalf?
When appropriate. Coaching remains the core, but we can support capital conversations or hand off to ABS buy‑/sell‑side teams.
Is everything confidential?
Yes. We begin under NDA and work discretely with founder‑level access only.
What if I already have a CFO or ops leader?
Great. We augment and align the team around a focused 90‑day plan and clear KPIs.
Do you work on‑site or remote?
Both. Cadence is set for speed and minimal disruption.
What if my plans change mid‑engagement?
We pivot with you—your options improve as readiness improves.
What industries do you avoid?
Highly regulated or incompatible categories on a case‑by‑case basis; we’ll tell you quickly if there isn’t a fit.
Still have questions?
Remove Remaining Objections
FAQs
Straight answers, before you decide.
How is ABS coaching different from traditional coaching?
It’s deal‑informed and outcome‑oriented. We focus on valuation levers, risk removal, and transaction optionality—not generic motivation.
What if I’m undecided on exit vs. growth?
That’s common. We start with a structured assessment and scenario planning to build confidence in your path and timing.
How long is a typical engagement?
Initial clarity in 3–6 weeks; meaningful value lift in 6–12 months, depending on complexity and goals.
How do fees work?
Fixed monthly advisory for coaching; clearly scoped add‑ons for modeling, data room prep, or buyer/lender interactions.
Will you talk to buyers or banks on our behalf?
When appropriate. Coaching remains the core, but we can support capital conversations or hand off to ABS buy‑/sell‑side teams.
Is everything confidential?
Yes. We begin under NDA and work discretely with founder‑level access only.
What if I already have a CFO or ops leader?
Great. We augment and align the team around a focused 90‑day plan and clear KPIs.
Do you work on‑site or remote?
Both. Cadence is set for speed and minimal disruption.
What if my plans change mid‑engagement?
We pivot with you—your options improve as readiness improves.
What industries do you avoid?
Highly regulated or incompatible categories on a case‑by‑case basis; we’ll tell you quickly if there isn’t a fit.