Exactus Advisors
Rank: 17 Revenue Growth: 358%
Exactus Advisors is a Chicago advisory firm specializing in driving operational improvement. The firm excels in quickly addressing complex business problems for clients, providing the roadmap and support to deliver maximum value. "We work with you and are a force multiplier to your management team, helping illuminate the greatness of your employees," says Thomas Lebamoff, CEO of Exactus Advisors. "We are direct, to the point and very passionate about the work, results and success of our clients. For us, it's personal. We're not just passionate about the work—we're passionate about who we work with too. We want to exclusively work with clients that we're emotionally connected to. If we don't know you, we need to get to know you. We are willing to invest time to make sure it's the right fit on both ends before we work together."
Lebamoff says the firm is keen on artful communication. "We have the ability to articulate tough messages in a thoughtful, helpful way. Our team brings the right amount of finesse and directness in our delivery, effectively guiding our clients through challenges and complexity toward simple, practical solutions. We don't just say we're different—we are." Exactus' expertise is laser-focused on three areas to deliver maximum value and leadership support. "We want to work on your highest-value initiatives, delivering results and mitigating the associated risk areas. We leverage your insights and guidance, along with operational and transactional data, to provide fact-based information for better decision making," he says. "We make a significant and lasting impact on our clients' bottom line and growth of their people—leaving their team in a better place than before." Consulting caught up with Lebamoff to discuss the firm's outstanding growth and its future financial performance.
Consulting: What were the main factors that contributed to your firm's exceptional growth?
Lebamoff: The strength in our client relationships, the trust they have with us and our willingness to cross the personal and professional line.
Consulting: How is this year shaping up for your firm?
Lebamoff: We started with two clients and now have nine active clients. We went from $0 revenue to $8 million for 2017.
Consulting: How would you describe your firm's outlook for 2018? Where do you see the most opportunities?
Lebamoff: We will target $12 million in rev and operational improvement using analytics will drive the plan.
Consulting: What would you say are your firm's biggest challenges in 2018?
Lebamoff: Finding exceptional consultants.
Consulting: What does being named one of Consulting's Fastest Growing Firms mean to your firm, your employees and your clients?
Lebamoff: Success! It is not only about growing fast, but sustaining your client base.
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