It’s no secret that big businesses tend to have the budgets to hire highly experienced executives, but that’s not always the case with small to mid-sized firms. When it comes to integrating people, process, and technology, many companies don’t know where to start.
Enter IA Business Advisors, also known around the world as Individual Advantages, who put best-in-class chairman level consulting in the hands of agile organizations. Its consultants play the part of a fractional C-level employee such as the COO, CFO, CMO, and more that provide expertise on a personalized basis.
“Individual Advantages began as and remains a company devoted to the development and refinement of the advantages created by the individuals managing companies. Our belief that an individual’s influence is their single greatest responsibility remains the one tenet embedded in our personal goals and the goals of those that trust our support and advice.”
Dr. Brian Smith, Senior Managing Partner
IA Business Advisors’ mission is to be that company “in your back pocket or on your shoulder,” ready to play devil’s advocate for crucial business propositions or driving positive change.
Change at IA
In 2019, IA expanded within the Midwest region of the United States, with a special focus on the Chicago area. In fact, the company plans on doubling the number of advisors available in the region. In support of their underlying mission, they have introduced The I in Team Series to the business world – a deeper discussion and look at how influence can be managed throughout organizations.
“Influence is the biggest responsibility we have as humans and organizations, so understanding our influence is vital when facilitating change,” said Brian Smith, founder, senior managing partner, and author of The I in Team Series. Maximizing positive influence is the bottom line for IA.
Whether it’s through validating decisions or challenging the status quo, the IA team believes that their influence is their single greatest responsibility, and they have made it their mission to empower clients to leave a positive influence in the markets they serve.
Company: IA Business Advisors
Industry: Management Consulting
Headquarters: Elgin, Illinois
Services: Fractional C-Suite, business solutions, operations consulting, startup, mergers, acquisitions, succession planning, digital solutions, graphic design
CSR: Provided over $5 million in work for charities, schools, etc.
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