Steve Ely Email & Phone Number

Washington, DC, US

Equity Corps is The Alternative to an Executive Search Firm for emerging growth companies. We never charge a lump sum fee, stake our fee on our executive’s successful service, and specialize in helping Founders and CEOs land top talent otherwise out of reach. Equity Corps Operating Executives step directly into senior leadership roles, have an immediate.

Since the successful sale of my employer by its private equity sponsor, Bain Capital, I have served founders and CEOs of small-cap private companies as a C(x)O ON DEMAND. Representative engagements follow.COO / CFO at Metro DC Wholesaler (12 months) -- Recruited by Founder to help grow business and prepare company for sale. Full P&L responsibility. Grew.

Duluth, Georgia, US

• Recruited by COO and Bain Capital to help turn-around under performing business. Key responsibilities included global revenues of $22 Million, $6 Million operating budget, 12 direct reports, staff of 65, and 200+.
• Increased Worldwide Revenue $3.4 Million (19%)
• Increased Gross Margin 4 Points
• EBITDA to $1.6 Million (113% Increase)

Quincy, Illinois, US

• Recruited by CEO to reorganize marketing and distribution, reverse a decline in U.S. revenue, and integrate acquisitions. Key responsibilities included North American revenues of $25 Million for three business units.
• Increased NA Sales $5.5 Million (62%) in First Six Months
• Reduced Marketing Costs 24%
• EBITDA Up 151% ($2 Million+)

• Promoted by CEO when total company revenue was $3.5 Million to build a sales team, create a marketing program, and accelerate growth. Key responsibilities included sales team revenue of $5mm, sales and marketing budget.
• Revenue CAGR = 24% (Industry = 3%)
• Raised Net Income From 1% To 7% -- Top Industry Qunitile

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