WHAT I DO: Create value for investors and business owners — Develop pathways to growth for companies facing structural, operational, people, and market challenges — Build a solid foundation for sustainable success.HOW I DO IT: I’m not an engineer, but when it comes to business, I think like one.Repeatedly throughout my career I’ve stepped into leadership roles at very different businesses, each with its own strengths and unique challenges. In each case I’ve delivered results that outperformed expectations and delighted owners and investors.My engineering mindset means that I focus on the root cause, identify risk factors, and find workable solutions to quickly address underperforming areas of the business and find new opportunities for growth.This talent has played out with companies of varying sizes in different industries and markets.► As a young entrepreneur, I positioned my small printing business as an innovator and a partner with leading graphics firms.► For a family-owned packaging business, I led a turnaround and ultimately a profitable sale of the company.► Venturing into a B2C business for the first time, I steered a niche leader into wider markets and delivered substantial revenue and profit growth.► As a consultant and M&A advisor, I helped more business owners create continuity for their companies and their employees by marketing/selling the business to entrepreneurs and PE investors.Along with a sound business strategy, I’ve found it’s essential to create a positive culture. The results are faster and more satisfying when people are engaged and have the resources to do their best work. My current interests include:►Private equity groups that need an advisor or interim executive for portfolio companies►Organizations seeking a consultant or executive team advisor to bring fresh insights to problem-solving and strategy-setting ►Middle-market companies looking to add a board member with proven business-building experienceIf our interests intersect, I’d love to connect: robert@. robert@rvassociatesllc.com