May 1, 2023
My CFO Quit. Now What?

My CFO Quit. Now What?

“He said he could make twice what we were paying him at his new gig. What were we supposed to do? So. He quit. Yeah, he gave us two weeks notice, but our books are a […]
April 1, 2023
Help - Im drowning in debt

Help! I’m drowning in debt!

Not every business owner I meet is holding a sign saying, “Help! I’m drowning in debt.” But this meeting was as clear a sign as any that they needed serious help. “I’m sorry. Hang on a […]
March 1, 2023
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Due Diligence Necessities on a Business Acquisition

“When I started here 2 years ago, he said he’d sell me the business.” He stated as if, since this was good enough for him it should be good enough for anyone. “So, that’s why he […]
February 5, 2023

Designing (and Compartmentalizing) the CEO Role for your Business

“Who is actually in charge around here?” I thought to myself as I was listening to three owners of a company discuss strategic initiatives for the future of their enterprise. In the first few months of […]
January 9, 2023
Financing a Partner Buyout

Financing a Partner Buyout

“My business banker told me to call your office.” The line was staticky and the lady on the other end of the call sounds unsure. She continued, “They declined me for a business loan but couldn’t […]
November 3, 2022
Ascension Mentality Podcast

The Ascension Mentality Podcast – Preview

Amy Wilhelmi, LMFT and Matt Wilhelmi teamed up to interview some interesting guests, learn about their ascension journey, and unpack what it takes to succeed. Our production and marketing teams are working to get the podcast […]
November 1, 2022
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Financing Mergers and Acquisitions

“Well… We shook on it the other day.” She paused to consider her own words. I could tell as she was explaining what happened that she was frustrated that she broke the first rule of business […]
October 17, 2022
Autism Hero Project Windy City Bulls Marvel Super Hero Night

The Autism Hero Project: Windy City Bulls Marvel Super Hero™ Night

Have you ALWAYS wanted to take your child to a basketball game!? Well here is an opportunity for the whole family to enjoy! The Autism Hero Project has partnered up with the Windy City Bulls to […]
October 3, 2022
Practicing Sound Corporate and Financial Management

Practicing Sound Corporate and Financial Management

“Umm… So… What exactly am I looking at here?” The entrepreneur sat back in my conference room chair and began biting her red pen. Although wildly intelligent (has multiple degrees and is highly respected in her […]
September 2, 2022
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(How to Survive) The Great Business Pivot

“Where the (bleep) is that person on the org chart?!” The line went quiet. I was waiting for my client to continue as I recognized this question was more of a rhetorical question than one that […]