When this company engaged our team, they were in survival mode. Operating at -3% profit margin, carrying long-term debt, and facing strained relationships with financial partners, they were struggling to regain stability. Internally, accountability had eroded, and leadership lacked the visibility needed to shift the business in a new direction.

We stepped in as interim leaders, working from within the organization to understand the day-to-day challenges and begin charting a path forward. By embedding ourselves into operations, we were able to build trust quickly and begin making meaningful changes.

Our first focus was clarity. We mapped out systems and processes across the organization, uncovering inefficiencies and identifying waste. From there, we built a clear financial model that gave leadership and teams a shared understanding of the business’s real-time performance. This alignment allowed decisions to be made with confidence and direction.

Equally important was restoring internal accountability. We worked closely with leadership to define roles, establish consistent reporting, and rebuild a culture of ownership. At the same time, we re-engaged with lenders and bonding agents to repair external relationships and restore confidence in the organization’s trajectory.

Within two years, the results were clear. The company moved from a -3% margin to a steady 10% profit margin. Long-term debt was significantly reduced. Relationships with banks and bonding agents were fully restored. Internally, the business was aligned and operating with renewed focus and discipline.

Once the foundation was secure, we transitioned leadership back to the owner. The business was stable, profitable, and well positioned for continued growth.

This project is a clear example of what can be achieved with hands-on leadership, structured processes, and financial clarity. Even in the most challenging circumstances, transformation is possible.