Free commercial, operational & financial audit with any full-day engagement

Free commercial, operational & financial audit with any full-day engagement
verb tran(t)sfərˈmāSH(ə)n
The process of significantly changing something in order to improve it.
At Stage 5, we operate on a simple principle: outcomes, not overhead. We’re not here to stack headcount or produce slide decks no one reads. We’re here to build momentum across the core drivers of enterprise value—Strategy, Sales, M&A, Talent, Finance, and Operations. Our teams embed, execute, and deliver results that show up where it matters: your top and bottom line.
Game-Changing Strategy Starts Here
Define a focused, actionable business strategy
Align leadership around priorities, KPIs, and execution
Facilitate annual and long-range planning sessions
Assess market position and competitive dynamics
Translate vision into operating models and accountability systems
Stand up a Management Operating System (MOS) to drive execution
Achieve rapid, profitable and sustainable growth.
Build or refresh your go-to-market strategy
Improve revenue, margin, pricing, and forecasting discipline
Develop your value proposition and market messaging
Design and deploy sales playbooks, training, and CRM tools
Optimize sales structure, compensation, and accountability
Increase pipeline size, quality, velocity, and win rate
Launch lead generation and Quarterly Business Review (QBR) programs
Acquire, divest, integrate and consolidate.
Build and manage a strategic acquisition pipeline
Guide diligence, valuation, and deal structuring
Provide full-scope M&A project management
Lead post-merger integration and multi-site consolidation
Support divestitures, carve-outs, and turnaround transactions
Prepare for exit with transaction readiness and packaging
Align teams and systems to realize synergy and deal value
Build a strong and productive workforce.
Design compensation plans that align behavior with performance
Redesign organizational structure to support strategy and execution
Strengthen HR operations through optimized HRIS systems
Assess and close leadership and talent gaps
Stand up scalable performance management processes
Provide coaching and development for emerging leaders
Build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Optimize your operation. Reduce waste, improve efficiency, and expand operational capacity.
Improve delivery, quality, efficiency, and throughput
Deploy Lean, Six Sigma, and daily management systems
Implement or optimize ERP, MRP, and CRM systems
Increase capacity through value stream mapping and 3P events
Reduce COGS, cycle time, and inventory turns
Embed standard work, Gemba walks, and KPI visibility
Build a performance-driven culture with structured problem solving
Align operations with strategy through MOS and SIOP planning
Transform financial teams and processes for peak performance.
Build accurate budgets, forecasts, and cash flow models
Strengthen financial planning and analysis (FP&A) capabilities
Improve expense control and cost management
Tighten monthly close and audit performance
Reduce working capital and improve liquidity
Optimize pricing strategy and margin management
Professionalize financial reporting and investor readiness
Prepare for capital events, M&A, or PE ownership transitions
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