GROWTH & IMPACT WEEK SPEAKER LINEUP
The speakers at Growth and Impact Week are award-winning advisors, operators, and thought leaders who don’t just understand growth and impact, they execute it. Each speaker has been selected for their ability to translate methodology into real-world implementation, sharing how they’ve built in-demand practices through intentional, ROI-driven relationships with business owners. Expect candid perspectives, practical frameworks, and honest discussion around what works in today’s market, from client selection and trust-building to accountability, culture, and value creation. This is not a stage of theorists; it’s a room of practitioners committed to helping you apply what you learn and accelerate results in your firm.
Austin Evans
As a former small business owner in the trades, I have a deep and personal understanding of the unique challenges business owners face—from the daily grind of managing cash flow to the complexities of scaling a team and building a consistent...
ABOUT AUSTIN
As a former small business owner in the trades, I have a deep and personal understanding of the unique challenges business owners face—from the daily grind of managing cash flow to the complexities of scaling a team and building a consistent pipeline. After successfully building and operating my own glass and glazing company, I discovered a new passion: helping other trades and home service professionals transition from working in their business to working on it.
Leveraging the same principles that allowed me to scale and plan a successful exit, my approach focuses on Value Growth Acceleration. As a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), I specialize in financial and operational strategies that build profitability and lasting enterprise value. I work with clients to optimize cash flow, streamline operations, and develop a clear, strategic growth roadmap that empowers them to build a company that runs without them and can be exited on their terms.
I believe true success isn’t just about revenue, it’s about building a business that provides the freedom and peace of mind you deserve. Ultimately, my goal is to partner with business owners to help them build a sustainable, profitable company and a lasting legacy they can be proud of.