Value Growth Consulting
Unlock Higher Valuation, Stronger Operations, and a Better Exit
Build a Business Buyers Compete For
At First Turn Capital, we know increasing company value isn’t just about financial cleanup before a sale—it’s about building a stronger, more strategic business. Our Value Growth Consulting helps owners address hidden performance gaps, improve financials, and position their company for a premium valuation, whether you’re planning to sell in the next 12 months or the next three years.
Our Value Growth Consulting
Our service isn’t about fluff. It’s about results-driven improvements that make your business more marketable, investable, and valuable.
- Strategic Performance Planning: We map out your path to stronger performance with data-driven goals and actionable recommendations.
- Financial & Operational Optimization: From cost reduction to pricing strategies and cash flow management, we help tighten your business from the inside out.
- Exit-Focused Roadmap: We focus on what buyers and investors actually care about—and tailor our strategies to align with market expectations and premium valuations.
What It Is
Growth Strategies That Increase Value and Control
Value Growth Consulting is a tailored process designed to improve your company’s financial health, market position, and operational performance ahead of a future transaction.
Strategic Business Review
We begin with an in-depth analysis of your company’s financials, operations, and market positioning to pinpoint strengths and gaps in performance.
Customized Value Roadmap
From this review, we develop a personalized roadmap focused on value drivers—like revenue growth, margin improvement, leadership alignment, and brand positioning.
Implementation Support
We don’t just hand off a report. We work with your leadership team to help implement strategies, track performance, and adjust as your business evolves.
Who It’s Best For
Value Growth Consulting is best suited for business owners who want to increase company value and prepare for a future sale, investment, or recapitalization.
We Serve:
- Founders preparing to exit in 1–3 years
- Companies planning to raise capital or refinance
- Business owners seeking stronger performance before going to market
- Firms targeting private equity or strategic buyers
- Owners who want more clarity before making big decisions
Why Choose Us
Real Value. Real Results.
At First Turn Capital, we’ve helped business owners increase their valuation by 20–40%—and sometimes decide they don’t even want to sell after seeing the results.
Designed for Exit
or ExpansionWhether you’re gearing up to sell or simply want a stronger, more scalable business, we align strategy to your long-term goals.
Proven Value-Add
ResultsWe’ve helped companies increase valuation by 20–40% pre-sale—through operational improvements, financial clarity, and strategic pivots.
Market-Backed
StrategyOur consulting is rooted in what buyers want. We reverse-engineer your value growth strategy from what the market will reward most.
The Value Growth Process
Start Strong, Finish Stronger
Our consulting process is designed to work with your team and timeline. Whether you're months or years out from a sale, the earlier you start, the more impact we can make.
Initial Strategy Session
We assess your goals, challenges, and timeline to align our work with your vision.
Business Audit & Opportunity Mapping
We analyze key performance areas and highlight specific ways to grow your value.
Strategy & Execution
We deliver a tailored plan and provide support to implement critical changes.
Quarterly Check-Ins
Our team tracks progress and adjusts tactics as your business grows and your goals evolve.
Close & Transition
Once the deal is signed, we support your legal team and help ensure a smooth handoff.
What’s the goal of Value Growth Consulting?
The goal is simple: to make your business worth more. We help you uncover hidden value, boost profitability, and reduce buyer risk—so your company attracts stronger offers and commands a premium when you’re ready to sell. Even if you don’t plan to exit immediately, these improvements put you in a stronger financial position now.
How far in advance of a sale should I start?
Ideally, we begin 12 to 36 months before a transaction. This gives us time to make meaningful operational, financial, and strategic improvements. However, we’ve worked with clients on tighter timelines and still helped them significantly improve performance and valuation in as little as 3 to 6 months.
Is this just for companies preparing to sell?
Not at all. While many clients come to us with an exit in mind, others use Value Growth Consulting to boost earnings, prepare for investor interest, reduce personal involvement, or simply become a more efficient, future-ready business. The process delivers real-world benefits whether or not you choose to sell.
What makes First Turn Capital’s approach different?
We’re not handing you a 100-page PDF and walking away. Our team includes former operators and M&A advisors who work shoulder-to-shoulder with you. We bring the financial rigor of investment banking, the mindset of entrepreneurs, and a deep understanding of what today’s buyers and investors actually want.
What are common areas you improve?
We often focus on reducing owner dependency, improving margins, diversifying customer bases, strengthening recurring revenue, enhancing team alignment, optimizing pricing, and tightening operations. These areas directly impact valuation and make your business easier to run, grow, or sell.
Can you help increase EBITDA before we go to market?
Yes, and we do it often. Whether through expense reduction, revenue acceleration, or strategic pricing, we’ve helped companies increase EBITDA by 20–30% in under a year. Buyers look at EBITDA as a key metric—it’s often the foundation of how your sale price is calculated.
Will this add value if I already have strong financials?
Yes. Even top-performing businesses usually have untapped potential. We help identify blind spots and areas for optimization—things that might not show up on a balance sheet but make a big difference in how investors or acquirers perceive your company.
What industries do you work with?
We specialize in energy, industrial, business services, and software/tech—but our framework is built to apply across sectors. If your business has growth potential and complexity, we can help you increase value and prepare for what’s next.
Is Your Business Ready for a Sale or Strategic Exit?
Why This 60 Second Form Is Worth Your Time
It’s the first step in exploring a potential M&A transaction with First Turn Capital.
- Uncover What’s Driving Your Valuation
- Spot Operational Gaps That Could Kill a Deal
- See If You’re Caught in the Owner’s Trap
- Understand What Buyers Are Really Looking For
Once you complete the form, a member of our senior M&A team will review it and follow up with a confidential, no-pressure call. We’ll walk through your responses, discuss timing, and share what today’s buyers are paying for, along with what they’re avoiding. Whether you're planning for the future or already entertaining offers, this is a smart place to start.
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