Spry Vision - Small Business Advisory

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Executive Director of Fit Like A CK Mother

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Fit Like A CK Mother is a robust online community for and wellness provider to moms of pediatric cancer warriors.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Spry Vision - Consulting to accomplish?

• Executive mentoring.
• Business strategy and development for a new company called Giverwell.
• Assessing market opportunity.

SOLUTION

How did you find Spry Vision - Consulting?

Worked with Robin previously

Why did you select Spry Vision - Consulting over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Spry Vision - Consulting were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Robin was brought on to add depth to the business concept, layering in market potential, financials and business strategy. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Robin worked tirelessly to drive the business concept and engage the team in impactful and meaningful conversations to help shape the focus and market. She developed the business strategy, created tools for the team to use to flush out concepts, and established relationships with potential partners. Her ability to synthesize input from the team was invaluable.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Robin delivered products ahead of time. She was proactive in identifying upcoming needs, hurdles, and deliverables. Robin is incredibly easy to work with.

What was your primary form of communication with Spry Vision - Consulting?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What is refreshingly unique about Robin's approach to working with a company is that she takes on the project as if she is doing it is her own. This engenders a level of dedication and a commitment to really understanding the needs of the company that is far beyond what most consultants provide. Her experience is deep which shows in her product and advice.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Spry Vision - Consulting could have done differently?

None.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Managing Partner of The Lumber Yard Bar

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

White Centers First LGBTQIA Bar, strong drinkss and great food.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Spry Vision - Consulting to accomplish?

• To analysis our cash flow and help prepare for expanding our business.

SOLUTION

How did you find Spry Vision - Consulting?

• Referral
• Other

Why did you select Spry Vision - Consulting over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Spry Vision - Consulting were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Spry was hired to gahter finical reports and  anylsis the cash flow to help us determine the viability of expanding our business to other locations.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

1. Determine if thye business model could be scaled up.
2. What would the investment be to expand.
3. How to streamline cash flow to excel the growth.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

They were able to gather the needed inforamtion and come up with the plan to move forward with in a the time given. They were very responsive and helpful in understanding  the needs of my business and our potential for growth.

What was your primary form of communication with Spry Vision - Consulting?

In-Person Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They really carried about ensuring we had the right information to make informed decisions.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Spry Vision - Consulting could have done differently?

I found the work done by Spry Vision to be exactly what we needed.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Owner of Electric Butter Marketing

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Marketing and organic social media for small businesses.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Spry Vision - Consulting to accomplish?

• Profitability

SOLUTION

How did you find Spry Vision - Consulting?

Referral

Why did you select Spry Vision - Consulting over others?

Referred to me

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Spry Vision assisted me in launching a new business and refining my business processes to help me be profitable in a short amount of time. Robin consulted me in a variety of areas i.e. cash flow, services, pricing, etc. which allowed me to hit the ground running.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

• Greater joy in running my business
• Increase in services offered
• Increased profits.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Robin delivered projects on time and communicated progress often. Robin understood and met my needs.

What was your primary form of communication with Spry Vision - Consulting?

In-Person Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Her vast experience to be able to meet the variety of challenges I faced. She not only helped fine-tune my pricing models but also provided insightful recommendations on optimizing revenue streams. Making more money with what I’m already doing…I’m sold! This forward-thinking approach has significantly boosted our profitability and diversified our income sources. 

What sets the team apart is their hands-on approach. They don't just offer advice; they actively collaborate with you and truly dig deep to understand your business obstacles and get to work both in and on your business. 

Robin's direct and practical advice was instrumental in streamlining our processes and increasing our efficiency/effectiveness. I particularly appreciate her bottom-line thinking when it comes to financial forecasting and cash flow management. A lot of people don’t enjoy looking at the nuts and bolts/dollars and cents, but when you own a business you HAVE to and Robin dives right in.

I can't speak highly enough of the business consulting I’ve received from Robin with Spry Vision. Her expertise in finance, intuitive business acumen and pragmatic step-by-step approach is truly commendable and exactly what my business needed.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Spry Vision - Consulting could have done differently?

Nope.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Owner of a visual design company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Visual design

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Spry Vision - Consulting to accomplish?

• Branding
• Marketing
• New Business Launch

SOLUTION

How did you find Spry Vision - Consulting?

Referral

Why did you select Spry Vision - Consulting over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Spry Vision - Consulting were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

• Logo
• Brand elements
• Online and print advertising - including metro bus wraps, web icons, and video

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Successful business launch

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

• Project was managed well
• Expectations met
• On time deliverables.

What was your primary form of communication with Spry Vision - Consulting?

In-Person Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

It was impressive how quickly the team developed insights and understood what work needed to be done for the launch of the business.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Spry Vision - Consulting could have done differently?

No