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We exist to assist CEOs of post-startup businesses that are transitioning to the mid-market make better decisions on their investments in time, capital and talent.

Be a Better Decision Maker

How do you know the decisions you make in applying your time, capital and talent are the right ones to build your business? Ultimately, the success of your business hinges on you and your leadership team making the right priorities, then driving effective execution. Renaissance Management has a proven process to identify the capability of your business to predictably grow and to determine the specific areas of your business that need improvement to achieve your growth objectives.

Strategic Growth Investment

  • Assess the capability of your business to grow and scale
  • Identify where to invest your resources
  • Learn, decide & lead

A Proven Process to Build Your Business

Assess Capability
We use a validated psychometric assessment instrument to measure the capability of the business to predictably grow and scale.
Develop a Strategy
From the assessment, we identify the specific areas of the business that need to change and how best to deploy your critical resources.
Learn, Decide & Lead
Renaissance Management offers a proven program specifically designed to help CEOs apply the assessment results to make better decisions and build a predictable business.

The Business Builder Certification Program

97% businesses that successfully reach $1M in annual revenue fail to reach $10M. Why? Because the business isn't ready to scale. Moving from startup to scaleup isn't an immediate step. It is a transition that requires both the business and the CEO to change. To prepare the business and the CEO for the next stage of business growth, Renaissance Management offers a Master-level program for CEOs called The Business Builder Certification Program. The Program was created by TrueSpace, a boutique research and CEO community, and is designed specifically for entrepreneurs of post start-up ($2M+ revenue) businesses who aspire to build their business to $10M+ but have found it difficult to create consistent, predictable growth. The Program starts with an assessment of the business's current capablity and identification of specific areas of the business that need to change. Then, through a 12-month structured process, the CEO learns to see their business through a new lens. A lens that will help build their confidence to make the decisions needed and to apply these decisions to create consistent, predictable growth. A structured process designed to prepare post-startup businesses and the CEO for the next stage of growth:
  • A qualitative assessment of the capability of your business to predictably reach $10M
  • A structured process based on 10 years research with 200+ businesses
  • Monthly 60 minute one-on-one meetings
  • Monthly 60 minute virtual group learning sessions with other CEOs going through the program
  • Access to a community of CEO's to share learning and experience

How It Works

Schedule a session
Schedule an appointment to learn more about your needs and goals.
Analysis
Take the assessment to determine your current situation and to get a data-driven insight into what needs to change.
Strategy
Using the assessment results, build a plan to prioritize your investments in time, capital and talent.
Learn, decide & lead
If you are committed to make the changes in your business, enroll in our Business Builder Program for CEOs.

Build Your Business

No business has infinite resources. Renaissance Management will help you identify the areas of your business that need to change to transition from startup to scaleup, and determine the best uses of your time, talent and capital to build a predictable growing business.
Let's get started!

Bud Michael

Managing Director Renaissance Management Services
Bud has been building businesses for over 45 years. He cut his teeth in customer facing functions - marketing, sales and business development. He is a five-time CEO for privately-owned early and mid-market businesses where he led successful pivots and turn-arounds. Now, Bud coaches other CEOs helping them avoid or get out of business cul-de-sacs.
bud@renaissancemgtsvcs.com (650) 823-1199
  • Our leadership team had the pleasure of working closely with Bud for an entire year through the TrueSpace curriculum. Bud was instrumental in challenging our thinking—reminding us that what got us here won’t necessarily take us where we want to go. Through Bud’s guidance, we had the tough conversations, dug deep into our business data, and built systems and processes to support the next stage of growth as we transition from a startup to a mid-sized company. His insights and expertise were pivotal in setting us up for a successful year and creating a strong foundation for future scaling. We couldn’t recommend working with Bud enough!
    Dr. Michael Lau, Co-Founder & Physical Therapist of [P]rehab
  • Bud has been my coach for several years as our business has grown and evolved. He has deep experience and expertise as a CEO, Board member and senior business leader in a wide range of businesses. He brings great insight to our business for Leadership, Strategy, Sales and Marketing, Operations, and HR. His wisdom and guidance have been invaluable through challenging times and he is always quick to respond when I reach out. And he is fun to golf with. Dan Smink, Founder & President RefractROI
  • Over the past 5-6 years, Bud Michael has been an invaluable mentor and coach to me. His ability to quickly grasp complex situations and provide profound insights has been transformative for my business. Bud's experience as a CEO at five different companies gives his advice a practical edge, far from just theoretical. He intimately understands the challenges I face because he's faced them himself. I strongly recommend Bud for his thoughtful and empathetic approach. His data-driven methodology allows him to analyze my business from multiple angles - financial, operational, human resources, systems, product, and beyond. Bud doesn't just offer advice; he walks the journey with you, fully aware of how challenging it can be. His guidance has been crucial in identifying both the strengths and weaknesses of my business, making him an exceptional consultant to work with.
    Scott Buelter, CEO Ascent360
  • Bud’s partnership was instrumental during WRSTBND’s critical growth phase as we worked together. Through TrueSpace’s program, he provided unbiased guidance that sharpened our vision, helped prepare us for investment, and setup for scalable success. He never lost sight of our mission while challenging us to think bigger. I’d recommend Bud to any leader navigating complex transitions; he’s a rare advisor who combines institutional wisdom with modern perspective."
    Conway Solomon, CEO/co-founder WRSTBND
  • Working with Bud Michael has been an absolute game-changer for our company. As founders without formal business education, we faced significant challenges in structuring and scaling our operations. Bud’s expertise, patience, and strategic insights not only helped us navigate these complexities but also empowered us with the knowledge and confidence to run a thriving business.
    His ability to distill complex business principles into clear, actionable strategies is truly remarkable. Beyond his deep expertise, Bud is a mentor of exceptional character—genuine, thoughtful, and deeply invested in the success of those he advises. The frameworks and systems he introduced have become the backbone of our growth, allowing us to make better decisions with clarity and purpose.
    I would wholeheartedly recommend Bud to any founder or business owner looking for a trusted advisor to help them build a strong foundation for sustainable success.

    Dr. Craig Lindell, Physical Therapist & Co-Founder of [P]rehab
  • Bud Michael is an exceptional mentor and coach whose 45+ years of business acumen has been instrumental in shaping the trajectory of my company. I've found his guidance invaluable – he doesn't just advise, he truly invests in his clients' success.
    What sets Bud apart is his unique combination of deep business development expertise and his genuine commitment to connecting people. He's leveraged his extensive network to create meaningful opportunities for my business, while helping me navigate critical decisions.
     Working with Bud has been transformative – he's not just a consultant, he's a strategic partner who helps you chart a clear path to growth.
    Ali Kennedy, Fractional CMO & Brand Strategist, Ali Kennedy Consulting
  • Our founding team thoroughly enjoyed working with Bud through Truespace, and his impact on our business has been remarkable. As a co-founder of a post-startup company, I was searching for ways to address operational challenges and reignite our growth. Bud guided us to step back, evaluate our situation, and implement the right systems to drive predictable and sustainable growth.
    Bud has a unique talent for breaking down complex problems and offering practical, actionable solutions. His guidance not only clarified our processes but also provided us with the structure and confidence we needed to operate more effectively. The systems he helped us create have become the foundation for our journey toward mid-market success.
    If your business is facing challenges with organization or stalled growth, I highly recommend working with Bud. His insights and strategic approach can equip any company with the tools it needs to achieve its next level of growth.
    Dr. Arash Maghsoodi, Physical Therapist & Chief Marketing Officer at [P]rehab

Confident Growth Starts Here

Renaissance Management Services exists to help CEOs of early mid-market businesses prepare themselves and the business for the next stage of growth. Through our proven process, we give CEOs the confidence they are making the best investments in time, capital and talent to create enterprise value. Get in touch with us today to see how we can help you transition your business for scale.

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