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At BBS, we understand the importance of connecting our community with trusted and reliable resources.

That's why we've carefully vetted a network of top-tier service providers to ensure you have access to the best support available.


Whether you're seeking expert advice, specialized services, or innovative solutions, our recommended providers are here to help. 


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Dr. Frumi Barr

CEOs: I’m your secret weapon for overcoming thorny challenges. As a Fractional Chief Scaling Officer, I provide expert guidance to fast-growing companies with millennial teams, ensuring scalable success.
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Jasmine Ober, Pitch Genius

As the founder & CEO of Pitch Genius, Jasmine has dedicated her career to supporting fundraising founders, and it has made her fluent in investor-speak. It’s how she developed a methodology for strategic investor communications that I’m proud to say makes it 45x more likely that a startup gets funded. 44.7% of our customers successfully raised their round (Updated Jan 2023). For perspective, only 0.05% of startups raise capital.

CALL ME WHEN: You need every step covered to prepare for fundraising and due diligence, from modeling and market research to building a battle-tested narrative.

Matthew Cahill

Matthew's deep expertise in cognitive, social, and institutional biases is rooted in the belief that if you have a brain, you have bias®️. Matthew works with business leaders to identify hidden, and sometimes not-so-hidden biases, that are impacting company performance. We take a self-reflective approach to move organizations from bias to belonging®️.

CALL ME WHEN: You have a small to midsize businesses on this spectrum: >50 employees (VC-backed) fast-growing companies that want to ensure their strategic plans are engaging and inclusive. Or when you have 50+ employees ($5-500m) that have identified patterns of behavior within existing groups or specificindividuals that are contributing to employee attrition and/or a toxic work environment.

Michael Liebowitz, Magnetic Mind Studio

CEO, Magnetic Mind Studio Every business has a powerful, compelling message. It defines you, it differentiates you, and it acts like a beacon attracting all your best clients and customers. Without it, you struggle to connect with your audience and they’re unlikely to buy. I leverage behavioral neurology and linguistics to create messaging strategies that target how the brain is wired to say YES and get 2x-5x higher returns on the business development you're already doing. Perfect for a new business to grab early success!


CALL ME WHEN: You’re struggling to figure out how to differentiate your business and want to know what to say in your marketing, networking, and sales that gets results without a lot of trial and error.

I have worked with over 100 small business owners to get their phones ringing, their “buy now” buttons clicked, and their mental state transformed from “This is frustrating” to “This is working!”

Jason Ciment, Get Visible

Get Visible is a seasoned brand strategy and digital marketing agency boasting a team of 20 professionals. Established in 2005, the firm serves a diverse, nationwide clientele of service providers, healthcare organizations, and businesses. Specializing in crafting an impactful online presence, Get Visible builds websites and promotes social media properties that position clients as industry frontrunners, achieving top visibility across search engines and social media channels. Get Visible works magic to transform brands that struggle to outshine competitors. With SEO, advertising management, and social media marketing, the agency elevates brands from relative obscurity to prominent online visibility. Imagine the shift: from being mere blips on prospects' radars to becoming local champions, regional powerhouses, and even formidable contenders in the national arena. Get Visible gets you to #1 online.

Morvareed Z. Salehpour, Salehpour Legal

Morvareed Z. Salehpour, Managing Attorney of Salehpour Legal, is an experienced business and tech lawyer with over a decade of experience in representing entrepreneurs, startups, and businesses. She personally understands the challenges of running a business and offers pragmatic, business-savvy legal advice. She integrates legal counsel with business strategy and takes a unique approach, helping you turn legal challenges into opportunities for growth and transforming legal services from a cost center to a revenue generator, ensuring your business thrives. Her core specialty areas include negotiating and drafting strong contracts and tech transactions to help clients scale and protect their startups and businesses, counseling clients on product launches, intellectual property licensing and protection, open-source issues, and data rights and privacy, and helping clients navigate mergers and acquisitions to successfully close deals.

Joe Polanin, Alaka'i Leadership Group

Joe Polanin is an Award Winning CEO, Combat Veteran with 30 years of service in the U.S. Navy, and #1 Bestselling Author leading elite global enterprises to succeed on complex missions in high risk, high threat operational environments despite all obstacles. With more than 20 years as a successful CEO and COO, Joe's signature accomplishments include leadership of 3,900+ people, 19 business units in 72 countries on 3 continents, with an annual P&L of $847M. Together with his daughters, he provides customized senior executive leadership consulting and fractional C-suite support alongside inspirational speaking for expanding and transitioning middle market companies.

CALL ME WHEN: Y0u need a successful CEO, COO, or you have a challenge with:

1) Strategic Implementation: making your vision a reality

2) Operational Integration: achieving unity of effort across your organization

3) Change Leadership: igniting transformation and making it stick within your culture

I find the right way or make one to eliminate roadblocks and champion the movement.

Nicole Hanusek, Smack Happy Designs

Imagine a website so captivating and engaging, the right prospects decide to do business with you right there on the spot. This is what we do for our clients. We design websites that help them seal the deal with prospects, shortening the sales cycle and ultimately having more conversations with qualified leads. We are a premium design firm and we work with premium clients to support their website and marketing needs.

CALL ME WHEN: You need a new website, ongoing WordPress maintenance, ormarketing support. You have a marketing strategy but you don't have the time or resources to implement the strategy. You don't have time to update your website or any of your marketing channels. You need print collateral like business cards, flyers, postcards. You care a lot about design, brand consistency, and how things look.

Chris M. King

Mark Twain said, "The two most important days of your life are the day you're born, and the day you find out why. Chris M. King ensures that clients know why they exist and holds them accountable to creating it. No one was born to work hard, pay taxes, and die. If you aren't living the life of your dreams, if your team or organization isn't accomplishing moonshot goals, it's time to call us when you have big dreams, little time, and no idea what to do, when your organization isn't done 10X more than expected, or when your business or life is running you instead of the other way around. Simply stated, call us when you're ready to make the seemingly impossible a reality.

Dennis Volpe, LRI

Partner with the Leadership Research Institute

We get leaders and teams refocused. . . so their energy is directed towards what really matters and they can get to their definition of success faster.

We partner with organizations to accelerate their leader development and team effectiveness to achieve Best-In-Class status in the areas that are important to them. We provide business and leadership consulting services, one-on-one and team executive
coaching expertise as well as strategic planning and research support.

CALL ME WHEN: Your leaders and teams need to get refocused on what really matters. We create the clarity, alignment, and structure necessary to get to your definition of success faster.

Diana Iketani Iorlano

Founder/Managing Attorney, Iketani Law Corporation Data is everywhere and even small businesses have an obligation to protect customer and employee information. Data breaches happen nearly every day and you need to be ready for what happens next. Data privacy lawyers can help your business identify what needs to be in your website privacy policy (spoiler alert: every online business needs a privacy policy and it should be updated annually) and in your service agreements, how you can use customer data effectively, or whether you can monetize it. We partner with you to determine how best to comply with the law and still run your business. We can provide a complete privacy audit, or work on a project-based fee basis or on a monthly retainer. Call me when you’re collecting customer or employee personal data and need to comply with ever-changing privacy laws, like CCPA, HIPAA, GDPR and more. We draft Privacy Polices, Terms of Use, and negotiate contracts that include data privacy provisions. We also offer outside general counsel services if you don’t have an internal legal team.I am a former BigLaw attorney, and created my small firm to cater to small and mid-sized businesses and help them comply with applicable business laws. Everyone should have access to a great lawyer!

Mark Wald, SPRCHRGR

Get there faster! If you’re a growing business or startup ready to scale but are struggling because of manual back-and-forth processes through email and your financial data is buried in

spreadsheets – then your current back-office accounting is holding you back.

SPRCHRGR helps you automate and streamline everything from your accounts receivable, payroll processing, bill payments, and more so that it doesn’t steal your time and attention. We

bring a technology-forward approach that syncs accounting, finance, data analysis, and software optimization all in one.

CALL ME WHEN: You think, “There has to be a better, faster way.” We’ve learned from working with 300+ companies how to design the right outsourced team and create efficient systems that unlock the clear, actionable data you need so you can supercharge your business.

Jim McEleney

Franchise Business Consultant and Matchmaker. So many professionals dream of being their own boss - the flexibility, the financial independence, the possibility of leaving a legacy. A small minority follow through with the research, and even fewer actually pull the trigger. Many aspiring entrepreneurs either don't have that bright idea to launch their own business, or they get stuck in thinking narrowly only about the possibilities in their current industry sector. So they either get overwhelmed or frustrated. I know because I've been there too.I help experienced professionals evaluate the possibilities in franchise business ownership across a wide range of industries that can leverage their transferable skills, match their budget and fit their lifestyle vision. I connect my clients with proven business concepts that place them in business for themself, but not by themself.

CALL ME WHEN: You find yourself in a professional transition (either in your head or in your current role), or when you are contemplating ways to add to your portfolio to increase your overall income. My services are at no cost and carry no obligation for my clients.

Porschia Parker-Griffin

For over 11 years, we’ve helped companies cut the cost of turnover and improve the performance of their employees. What’s different about us, is that we use psychology and research to help solve key problems around leadership development, employee turnover, conflict resolution, and multi-generational communication. Our customized solutions for companies usually include coaching, consulting, assessments, and training.

CALL ME WHEN: An executive in a small to mid-size company is experiencing:

High employee turnoverNewly hired/recently promoted leadersHigh levels of conflict among teams or staffIncreased miscommunication

Merger or acquisition, while wanting to preserve/enhance company culture. Let us be your external talent development partner! Some of our best referrals are CEOs and executives in small to midsized businesses that are growing rapidly, going through major change, or have alarming “people problems” going on (a lot of people quitting or negative employee surveys).

Gary Schwartz, What Great Looks Like

So often when businesses fail to meet their revenue targets, and the CEO asks leadership what happened, the finger pointing starts. “Marketing isn’t giving us enough leads!” “Sales isn’t closing the leads we give them!”

It doesn’t have to be this way. As a B2B sales and marketing leader, I have built aligned GTM teams that focus on outcome-driven goals - opportunities and pipeline - and I structure organizations and workflows to remove the silos and encourage collaboration and cooperation throughout the lead to pipeline to closed-won business.

I’ve seen the dysfunction from both the marketing and sales side. I’ve seen the silos. I founded What Great Looks Like to bring great into your business.

CALL ME WHEN: You want a thorough assessment of your GTM function, covering product marketing, demand generation, brand, customer marketing, marketing operations, and organizational structure. When you want to scale your business and align your teams to win!

High employee turnoverNewly hired/recently promoted leadersHigh levels of conflict among teams or staffIncreased miscommunicationMerger or acquisition, while wanting to preserve/enhance company culture

Let us be your external talent development partner! Some of our

best referrals are CEOs and executives in small to midsized businesses that are growing rapidly, going through major change, or have alarming “people problems” going on (a lot of people quitting or negative employee surveys).

Lori Michele Leavitt

The Pivot CatalystPersonal success grows for the leader who can adjust quickly when the facts change. Business success is no different – it just involves more people. It’s about communicating strategy and enabling others to make small shifts as needed to stay aligned and keep momentum. It requires every person to know how their role fits the strategy and to feel safe to speak up and take

action.

CALL ME WHEN: You are open to new ways of working together that can unlock breakthrough potential and drive extraordinary progress. You’ll learn practices and strategies to always be ahead of change, equipped to navigate any challenge or to be ready for opportunities.

Susan G. Schwartz

Did you know that low productivity and low retention rates cost the U.S. economy over $500 Billion annually? 2023 research reports that 29% of employees do not believe they or their work are important to their employers. And, when people don’t believe they make a difference they disengage, take more sick days, perform poorly, and resign. Your costs go up and profits decrease.

A low performing workplace does not need to be your status quo.

Reengaging employees and increasing retention rates is easier than you think. As a leadership and management coach, my passion is equipping high IQ professionals with tools to expand their EQ (Emotional Intelligence) and foster inclusive workplaces that encourage people to bring their full human-being to work.

CALL ME WHEN: You learn people are resigning because of their manager’s behaviorYou want to assure a subject expert you are promoting is successful

Zack Lemear

A brand is neither a logo, a slogan, or an advertising campaign. It is the experience your customers have, the promise you make them, the problem you solve and what people think about it.

We focus on the planning and the strategy so you are not stuck spending and guessing. Don’t waste money on marketing before you develop a brand that is clear about what you are selling and who you are marketing to.

We offer a comprehensive workshop called the Focus360 that helps develop your brand's foundation for true north direction. This process includes your purpose, vision, mission, and core values, Identify your UVP/USP, a deep dive into your ideal client personas, a SWOT analysis, Porter's Five Market Forces analysis, competitive analysis and brand positioning statement, a voice and tone so you can be consistent everywhere you are representing your brand. We then craft story building blocks, write you a script and a sales one liner perfectly tuned to engage with your ideal customer.

John McCartney, JMAC PR

We specialize in building rock stars of growth-stage companies by amplifying lead generation through strategic PR activities—such as articles, interviews, bylines, speaking invitations, and awards—while enhancing visibility, establishing thought leadership, attracting top talent, and showcasing your industry growth to elevate brand awareness and executive prominence.

At Jmac PR, we drive exceptional results with over 25 years of expertise in public relations. Our strategic PR activities—ranging from articles and interviews to bylines and awards—boost lead generation and enhance visibility. We elevate your brand and executive prominence by establishing thought leadership, attracting top talent, and showcasing your industry growth. Our focus spans sectors like Advertising, Marketing, SaaS, AI, and more, delivering impactful strategies that build brand awareness and drive your success. Discover how we can transform your PR efforts today

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Mark Lerner

Owning a small business is a goal for many executives leaving corporate America and investors serious about business ownership. With this decision comes many responsibilities and risks, which can hold entrepreneurs back. However, you can often find the right opportunity in franchising that aligns with your risk appetite, budget, passion, and future goals.


As a franchise recruiter and business owner, I specialize in empowering entrepreneurs, executives, and business leaders to find the perfect franchise opportunity. I'm dedicated to helping clients find the right franchise at the right time to meet their financial and lifestyle goals.


I work closely with clients to: Educate them on franchising to determine the best investment opportunity for their goals. Coach candidates at no cost while using proprietary systems and tools to match them with franchise solutions.

With access to 400 reputable franchises worldwide across dozens of categories, we can explore opportunities for new career paths or passive investments. Let’s connect and start your journey!

Denise Dennis

Successful coaches and consultants often find themselves buried under the weight of their own success, struggling to keep up with the demands of a thriving business. The issue isn’t their ability to coach or consult—it’s the lack of efficient systems and clear data to guide growth. That’s where I come in. I design custom automation strategies and KPI executive dashboards that streamline your business operations and help you make data-driven decisions, so you can focus on what you do best. My clients experience a transformation from overwhelmed and burnt out to confident and in control, seeing measurable improvements in revenue and work-life balance.

CALL ME WHEN: Repetitive tasks, unclear results, or trying to do it all yourself leave you frustrated. Let’s work together to turn chaos into clarity and get your business running smoothly.

Lisa Thompson

Most B2B companies want to grow profitably but often blame external factors like the economy, customer procurement departments, and competitors when they can’t. The reality? Internal barriers are usually the culprit. The good news is that since they caused the problem, they can fix it! The fix involves: Developing offerings that drive capturable value for customers.Understanding customer purchase decision-makers and processes.Knowing the cost for customers not to do business with them.Structuring deals to drive profitable revenue for both sides.

Our clients typically see 10-25% increases in contribution $ when we redesign their pricing and go-to-market strategy. Call me when sales close rates are low, your true value isn’t understood, you're being out-negotiated, or you think you have a pricing problem

Paul A. Raggio, 5 Star Leadership

Just like top-tier athletes have coaches to drive them to excellence, hiring an executive business coach can significantly benefit your company. A coach will help uncover hidden challenges affecting your company's profitability, employee retention,

productivity, output, morale, and customer retention. They will broaden your perspective and identify opportunities that might have escaped you. Most importantly, a coach will ensure that you are accountable for delivering on your commitments. As a CEO,

executive, or business owner, it's your responsibility to seek assistance to steer your company toward extraordinary outcomes.

Why not start now?

CALL ME WHEN: You’re ready to take your business to the next level! My brand promise is to leverage all my experience, education, training, and connections to introduce leadership and best business practices to your company. I will hold you accountable to be the best leader you can be, driven by character, purpose, vision, inspiration, and action. Your success is my top priority, and I am fully committed to helping you achieve

it.

Annemarie Penny, Dreamore

In startup culture, every hire is crucial. You need the best people, but you're limited by time, resources, inherent bias, and the attention span of your desired talent pool. Startup hiring is often reactive, but the path to success needs a clear plan and a systematic recruiting process that never loses its authenticity. That's why Dreamore is here, to bring humanity back to hiring. We've planned and led hiring for 1000’s of VC/PE/seed/self funded startups, SMBs, and startup divisions of major corporations.

As recruiters, we place most functions, professional level thru C-suite, in tech/media and other industries, with targeted search and extensive referral networks. As advisors, we create customized hiring plans that blend real world experience with an industry standard, systematic approach. Our proprietary FounderSuccess tool informs decisions with data science, exclusively for startups. Highly ranked in Forbes “America’s Best Professional Recruiting Firms”Women & Diversity Owned"

Charles Volk

Charles “Chaz” Volk is a disciplined entrepreneur, content creator, and podcast producer. His early work in the film industry laid the foundation for his audio production skills. Starting with limited resources, Chaz took on clients, helping them grow their followings through organic strategies. In 2019, he founded Mr. Thrive Media as a side project, which evolved into a full-service production house in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. The demand for podcast content surged, and Chaz earned a reputation for turning content into memorable brands.


In 2022, Mr. Thrive Media expanded its services to include web design, social media development, marketing consulting, and content writing. Since then, Volk has shared his insights on podcast marketing and thought leadership at venues such as Shopify and ProVisors.


CALL ME WHEN: You need engaging podcast production, content that builds your brand, or consulting on marketing strategies.


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