Business First. Technology Second.

Operational Growth Meets AI Execution

Catalyst Growth Partners helps startups and mid-market companies modernize operations, implement practical AI systems, optimize business processes, and scale revenue through measurable execution — without unnecessary complexity or bloated consulting engagements.

25+ Years

Industry Experience

Enterprise

Transformation Expertise

AI + Workflow

Modernization

Revenue

Operational Optimization

Who We Are

Five decades of operating experience. Solving real business problems.

Catalyst Growth Partners was founded by industry leaders with over five decades of real-world business experience. We help our clients drive growth and transformation, establish operational efficiencies, and align AI technology with real business needs — delivering results measured in improved top-line revenue and bottom-line profitability.

Our consulting services leverage that depth of industry knowledge to provide strategic insights and tactical solutions tailored to each client. We focus on the Build · Structure · Scale · Improve approach to creating best-of-breed Sales Development and Talent Acquisition teams for our clients.

  • Founded by industry leaders with 50+ years of operating experience
  • Build · Structure · Scale · Improve framework for sales and talent teams
  • Strategic insights paired with hands-on tactical execution
  • Outcomes measured in top-line revenue and bottom-line profitability
Catalyst Growth Partners team aligning strategy, operations, and AI

Who We Help

Built for funded startups and small to mid-cap companies.

We partner with organizations seeking to expand their operations, re-brand, enter new markets, or improve overall business performance — backed by a proven track record of expertise and guidance.

Funded Startups

Venture-backed and growth-stage companies preparing to scale revenue, operations, and teams with discipline.

Small & Mid-Cap Companies

Established businesses ready to modernize operations, expand into new markets, re-brand, or improve overall performance.

What We Do

Four practices. One operating system for growth.

Engaged individually, or sequenced together as a full transformation program — delivered by senior operators.

01

AI & Automation

Practical AI and automation that improve efficiency, reduce manual work, and create scalable systems.

  • AI workflow implementation
  • Internal AI copilots and knowledge systems
  • CRM automation
  • Recruiting and ATS workflow automation
  • Sales process automation
  • AI-assisted reporting and dashboards
  • Workflow orchestration
  • Process automation audits
  • Operational AI strategy
02

Revenue & Growth Operations

Visibility, execution, and accountability across every revenue-generating function.

  • Go-to-market strategy
  • Sales process optimization
  • Funnel analysis and conversion improvement
  • KPI and reporting architecture
  • Revenue operations
  • CRM optimization
  • Forecasting and pipeline visibility
  • Business intelligence dashboards
  • Sales development process improvement
03

Operational Transformation

Scalable operational foundations that support sustainable growth.

  • Business process redesign
  • SOP development and standardization
  • Organizational workflow alignment
  • Cross-functional operational improvements
  • Fractional operational leadership
  • Vendor and systems evaluation
  • Scaling infrastructure for growth
  • Internal operational audits
04

Talent & Leadership Development

Stronger teams, leadership structures, and accountability systems.

  • Leadership coaching and mentorship
  • Hiring process design
  • Recruiting operations optimization
  • Workforce performance systems
  • Team structure optimization
  • Employee retention strategies
  • Accountability and KPI frameworks
  • Staff development initiatives

Areas of Expertise

Where we create leverage.

Deep, cross-functional capability across the disciplines that move modern operations forward.

AI EnablementOperational ExcellenceRevenue OperationsCRM & ATS OptimizationRecruiting & StaffingProcess AutomationWorkflow DesignKPI ArchitectureDashboard & Reporting SystemsSales DevelopmentGTM ExecutionOrganizational ScalingLeadership Development

Measured Impact

Outcomes that show up on the P&L.

Our work focuses on improving operational efficiency, increasing visibility, driving revenue growth, and strengthening organizational performance — captured the same way an executive team would track them.

0%

Average gross margin lift

Verified client outcome
0.0x

Operational efficiency gain

Verified client outcome
0%

Faster sales cycles

Verified client outcome
0M+

Revenue scaled for clients

Verified client outcome
Operational visibility dashboard

Operational Telemetry

A single executive view across every workflow.

See engagements

Selected Work

Engagements that compound.

Discuss your transformation
CASE / 01Industrial SaaS

Scaling fulfillment operations from $4M → $42M ARR

+34% margin10x ARR−92% cycle time

Challenge

Manual fulfillment workflows capping growth and eroding margin.

Strategy

Workflow redesign, agentic document processing, and ops playbooks.

Outcome

10x revenue, 34% gross margin lift, 3-day → 4-hour cycle time.

CASE / 02Private Equity Portfolio

Executive operating system across 7 portfolio companies

7 cos−60% close time+22% EBITDA

Challenge

Inconsistent operational visibility across newly acquired assets.

Strategy

Unified KPI framework, embedded fractional COOs, AI reporting.

Outcome

Single executive view; 60% faster monthly close.

CASE / 03Professional Services

Recruiting & GTM optimization for a national firm

2.4x pipeline−41% cycle+38% win rate

Challenge

Unstructured pipeline, slow recruiting, misaligned compensation.

Strategy

RevOps rebuild, agentic intake, recruiter enablement program.

Outcome

2.4x qualified pipeline; sales cycle cut by 41%.

Why Catalyst Growth Partners

Modern growth requires more than strategy alone.

Today's businesses need operational clarity, scalable systems, aligned teams, measurable execution, and practical AI adoption.

Operators, Not Theorists

Hands-on operational and business experience — not just recommendations and presentations.

AI-First, Business-Driven

Practical AI implementation tied directly to business outcomes and operational improvements.

Enterprise Experience, Startup Speed

Executive-level strategic thinking combined with agile execution and modern operating methods.

Execution-Focused

We implement, optimize, and operationalize — not simply advise from the sidelines.

Measurable Outcomes

Improved efficiency, sharper visibility, revenue growth, and stronger organizational performance.

Aligned by Design

Strategy, operations, people, and technology unified around the same business objectives.

How We Engage

Flexible models. Fixed accountability.

Advisory Services

Strategic guidance for scaling, operational modernization, business transformation, and process improvement.

Fractional

Embedded executive leadership across operations, growth, AI, and organizational optimization.

Project Based

Focused initiatives with clearly defined deliverables, timelines, and measurable outcomes.

Time & Material

Flexible, hands-on support sized to the work — billed for the hours and resources you actually use.

Leadership & Strategic Advisors

Senior operators behind every engagement.

CJ

Charles Jones

Business development and enterprise growth strategist with extensive experience driving revenue expansion, strategic partnerships, organizational growth, and executive relationship development across multiple industries.

FP

Frank Philips

Operations and AI systems strategist focused on automation, workflow optimization, operational scaling, AI implementation, product execution, and modern growth infrastructure. Experienced in revenue operations, process automation, dashboard architecture, and scalable business systems.

JJ

James Jandl

Strategic business advisor with deep experience in operational leadership, organizational development, and business transformation initiatives. Focused on helping companies improve execution, scalability, and operational performance.

TC

Terry Cowman

Experienced executive leader specializing in workforce optimization, operational management, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness. Brings decades of practical business leadership and team development experience.

GK

Gerrit Knoblock

Marketing and growth strategist focused on brand positioning, digital marketing, demand generation, customer engagement, and go-to-market execution. Experienced in helping businesses modernize their marketing approach and accelerate growth initiatives.

Strategic Advisory Network

We collaborate with experienced operators, executives, and specialists across AI enablement, recruiting, sales operations, marketing, organizational scaling, and business transformation to deliver execution-focused solutions for our clients.

Voices from the engagement

Catalyst operated as a true extension of our executive team. They quietly rebuilt the operating spine of the business while we kept growing.
VP Operations · PE-backed Industrial SaaS

Insights

Field notes from the frontline of transformation.

All articles

Executive Briefing

A monthly transmission for operators.

Field-tested perspectives on operations, AI, and growth. No fluff.

FAQ

Questions, answered.

Most engagements begin with a short discovery conversation followed by a focused assessment to map workflows, identify the highest-leverage opportunities, and align on measurable outcomes before any build.

We augment. Our model is to embed senior operators alongside leadership and intentionally transfer capability so your team owns the future state.

Practically. We deploy AI where it produces measurable operational or revenue outcomes — never as a demo. Governance and adoption are first-class workstreams.

Funded startups, founder-led businesses, and mid-market companies — including staffing, professional services, and sales-driven organizations. Engagements are scaled to executive sponsorship, not headcount.

Let's Build What's Next

Operate smarter. Grow faster.

Whether you're scaling rapidly, modernizing operations, exploring AI adoption, or improving internal performance — book a discovery conversation and let's map the path forward.