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We use a proprietary strategic planning framework to meet the needs of your CPA firm.

We will customize the following approach to create the most value for your firm:

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INITIATE

What do we want to accomplish?

  • With the leaders we define why are
    coming together, who will be there and
    how the process will unfold.
  • Pre-work is done to gather data and
    build momentum.
3-6 MONTHS BEFORE

IDENTIFY

What strengths from our past and present can we leverage?

  • Celebrate wins, understand your strengths.
  • Connect to your core values.
3-6 MONTHS BEFORE
AT THE EVENT 1-2 DAYS TOTAL

IMAGINE

What is a vision we'd be proud of ?

  • Identify the biggest opportunities we have right now.
  • Build 5 year compelling firm vision (quantitative and qualitative).
AT THE EVENT 1-2 DAYS TOTAL

INNOVATE

How might we create our vision?

  • Identify the top 3-5 strategic priorities that must occur to reach your vision.
  • Rapid brainstorming to innovate a path
    forward.
AT THE EVENT 1-2 DAYS TOTAL
AT THE EVENT 1-2 DAYS TOTAL

IMPLEMENT

Who will do what and when?

  • Create project plans and individual goals
    that support the strategy and vision.
  • Create accountability structures for ongoing momentum. Celebrate your success!
AT THE EVENT 1-2 DAYS TOTAL

 

How will we integrate the changes?

  • Execute on the goals, check in on progress.
  • Learn and adjust course when inevitable challenges arise.
AT THE EVENT 1-2 DAYS TOTAL
9 MONTHS AFTER

Testimonial

“Matt facilitated one of the most effective retreats our firm has had in the last thirty years. Our team was more engaged than ever and the structure provided combined with the creativity sparked led us to a solid plan for our future. We can’t wait to celebrate our success at next year’s retreat!”

Pamela Baker, CPA, CGFM, Managing Partner
Barbacane, Thornton, & Company
Wilmington, DE