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We Help Companies Create Value via Vendor Management. Here’s how (part II).
Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance, Communication, Procurement, Supply Chain David Lopez 1/29/25 Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance, Communication, Procurement, Supply Chain David Lopez 1/29/25

We Help Companies Create Value via Vendor Management. Here’s how (part II).

Small, intentional changes in procurement and vendor management can have a significant impact on the bottom line.

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How to Value an Ecommerce Store Using Discounted Cash Flow (DCF)
Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 1/15/25 Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 1/15/25

How to Value an Ecommerce Store Using Discounted Cash Flow (DCF)

A key method to determine the value of an ecommerce store is the Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) methodology, which assesses the present value of future cash flows.

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Acquiring a Business with an SBA Loan: What To Know
Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 1/8/25 Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 1/8/25

Acquiring a Business with an SBA Loan: What To Know

Acquiring a business is one of the fastest ways to become an entrepreneur or expand an existing company in the United States.

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Financing with Debt: The Next Best Thing?
Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 1/1/25 Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 1/1/25

Financing with Debt: The Next Best Thing?

Debt can be a powerful tool that allows founders to retain ownership while accessing the funds they need. After all it is a way of funding that is non-dilutive, allowing the founders to keep their equity. However, not all debt is created equal.

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The Different Stages of Capital Raising
Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 12/25/24 Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 12/25/24

The Different Stages of Capital Raising

Investors at different stages of funding have distinct expectations, and understanding these nuances can make the difference between securing an investment and walking away empty-handed.

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9 Ways Consultants Could Add Value to Your Venture Capital Firm
Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 12/4/24 Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 12/4/24

9 Ways Consultants Could Add Value to Your Venture Capital Firm

There’s value that some VC’s might be leaving on the table.

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7 Key Steps Companies Can Take to Strengthen Their Fundraising Strategy
Corporate Finance, Leadership, Tactical Finance David Lopez 11/27/24 Corporate Finance, Leadership, Tactical Finance David Lopez 11/27/24

7 Key Steps Companies Can Take to Strengthen Their Fundraising Strategy

With preparation and strategy, you can turn your fundraising efforts into a powerful catalyst for growth.

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10 Financial Tasks Every Business Should Complete Before Year-End
Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 11/20/24 Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 11/20/24

10 Financial Tasks Every Business Should Complete Before Year-End

Just as much as it is at a personal level, the end-of-year period is a time for reflecting, planning, and preparing your business for the new year.

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9 Ways The New Macroeconomic Environment Will Affect Businesses
Corporate Finance, Leadership, Tactical Finance David Lopez 11/6/24 Corporate Finance, Leadership, Tactical Finance David Lopez 11/6/24

9 Ways The New Macroeconomic Environment Will Affect Businesses

We anticipate nine critical factors businesses should watch as they strategize for the years ahead.

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The Impact of Lower Interest Rates on Venture Capital Firms and Their Portfolios
Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 10/30/24 Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 10/30/24

The Impact of Lower Interest Rates on Venture Capital Firms and Their Portfolios

The low-interest-rate environment will undoubtedly reshape the venture capital landscape.

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7 Financial Mistakes of 7-Figure Companies
Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 10/23/24 Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 10/23/24

7 Financial Mistakes of 7-Figure Companies

It’s easy to forget, but high revenue doesn’t mean success.

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How Finance Supercharges Your Business
Corporate Finance, Leadership, Tactical Finance David Lopez 10/9/24 Corporate Finance, Leadership, Tactical Finance David Lopez 10/9/24

How Finance Supercharges Your Business

It's the strategic use of finance that can truly differentiate a business and drive profitability.

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Hiring a Finance Consultant
Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 10/2/24 Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 10/2/24

Hiring a Finance Consultant

Finance consultants -they say- do not have a crystal ball. But they do have the next best thing: financial projections, financial goals, and tools to report both.

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How can businesses use a fractional CFO?
Leadership, Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 9/24/24 Leadership, Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 9/24/24

How can businesses use a fractional CFO?

Finance is a key player in a company’s growth, direction, and success.

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Fractional CFOs: a Secret Weapon
Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 9/18/24 Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 9/18/24

Fractional CFOs: a Secret Weapon

Fractional CFOs: a secret weapon

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9 Invisible Forces: How Finance Keeps the Lights On
Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 9/11/24 Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 9/11/24

9 Invisible Forces: How Finance Keeps the Lights On

Finance is the quiet warrior everyone should know about.

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Finance as a Foundation: Why having a Finance Department Early On is Crucial
Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 9/4/24 Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 9/4/24

Finance as a Foundation: Why having a Finance Department Early On is Crucial

The greatest challenge of a startup is uncertainty.

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The Automation Imperative of Finance Departments
Tactical Finance, Corporate Finance David Lopez 8/28/24 Tactical Finance, Corporate Finance David Lopez 8/28/24

The Automation Imperative of Finance Departments

Finance is at the top of the helm when evaluating automation.

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The Value of a Fractional CFO: 3 Key Reasons to Consider Hiring One
Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 8/21/24 Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance David Lopez 8/21/24

The Value of a Fractional CFO: 3 Key Reasons to Consider Hiring One

Today’s business need a strong financial foundation more than ever. However, not all businesses have the resources or need for a full-time Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

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A Strong Financial Foundation
Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance, Notes for CEOs David Lopez 8/14/24 Corporate Finance, Tactical Finance, Notes for CEOs David Lopez 8/14/24

A Strong Financial Foundation

A solid financial infrastructure is a necessity and not a luxury.

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