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Operations Projects Are on the Rise ?? In the last 30 days, operations activity has increased from 14.9% to 18.8%—a 23% YoY increase! ?? As operational priorities evolve, having the right expertise and resources in place is key. If your firm is looking to enhance efficiency and scalability, reach out to our team at the link in the comments.

Many companies feel the pressure—whether from within, leadership, or the board—to do more, move faster, and cast a wider net. But as Lisa (Ramirez) Ames of Norwest Venture Partners shared on BluWave's Karma School of Business Podcast, the real key to success is mastery before expansion. ?? Prioritization is power. The best companies and marketing teams don’t chase every opportunity—they make tough decisions, focus on what matters most, and say "no" more than they say "yes." ?? Mastery creates momentum. Instead of spreading too thin, zero in on what you can truly excel at. Once you’ve mastered that, scaling becomes natural and sustainable. Listen to the full episode on any podcast platform, or click the link in the comments to learn more!

Looking to elevate your sales leadership? Here’s how we were able to guide a #privateequity-backed direct mail and digital marketing company to the right executive search firm to find their perfect CRO/VP of Sales. By connecting the PE fund with leading executive search firms, they identified the ideal candidate to drive growth and excellence. Curious to learn more? Check out the full case study below. ?

Is your business in need of an immediate, exact-fit marketing & growth leader? We have a deep bench of available, PE-grade interim Chief Marketing Officers like the one highlighted below that we can connect you with in less than 24 hours on average. Ready to get connected? Let us know at the link in the comments below! #privateequity #interimexecutives

Exact-fit interim executive needs are consistently one of the top client requests we support. When we receive emails like the below, our average time to providing perfect interim executive connections is within 1.2 days. Ready to get connected to the interim executive you need? Contact us at [email protected]! #interimCFO #privateequity

Why are leading business builders turning to specialized boutique recruiters for all of their executive hiring needs? We'll unpack the answer on March 20th in our Executive Recruiters webinar. RSVP at the link in the comments to learn: ?? Three approaches to hiring an executive ?? Benefits of boutique firms ?? How to access the best boutique recruiters

Insights from Investment Banking: Steve Hunter's Advice for Private Equity and Business Owners ?? Sean Mooney sits down with Steve Hunter, Managing Director at TM Capital, on BluWave's Karma School of Business Podcast to discuss the nuanced world of M&A, the key ingredients for creating value in a business, and what both buyers and sellers need to know for a successful deal. Episode Highlights: ?? How to de-risk operations, grow strategically, and attract top buyers by focusing on recurring revenue, growth opportunities, and strong teams. ?? Advice for both buyers and sellers. ??The importance of transparency, top-tier advisors, sell-side QofE, and handling the overwhelming volume of data requests during an M&A process. ??TM Capital’s tailored approach: A Goldilocks strategy with boutique-level customization and deep investment in deal preparation. ??Steve looks ahead to 2025 and shares why he’s optimistic about a strong year for M&A activity. Listen to the episode on any podcast platform or click the link in the comments!

Ready to optimize your business' performance? A business intelligence consulting firm could be the solution you are looking for. Below is an example of a commercial staffing company that recently approached us to improve branch performance and enhance key analytics. We connected them with a boutique consultant specializing in business intelligence, resulting in a custom dashboard that analyzed their key challenges and provided actionable insights for the future. Read the full case study below.?? #BusinessIntelligence

One of our core company values is "team": we’re “we” not “me” people. We’re stronger and better when we work together, allowing us to serve our clients to the best of our ability. This past month we spent time together doing a chili cook-off happy hour (shoutout to our 2-time champion, Alex Farmer) and volunteering at Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee. Interested in joining a team that enjoys spending time together & giving back? Check out our opening positions at the link in the comments below! #team #companyculture

In the past 30 days, the percentage of operations-focused projects we have supported has increased an astounding 110% year over year, as leading business builders lean into: ?? Operations performance improvement ?? Transportation & logistics improvement ?? Procurement & sourcing ?? & more given the recent developments in U.S. trade policy and global economic trends. Need an exact-fit, pre-vetted service provider in these areas to support your business initiatives? We can quickly connect you. Contact us using the link in the comments. #Operations #supplychains #leansixsigma