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Helping Entrepreneurs build enduring companies

Beckett Industries is a growth-focused management consulting firm. We take a data-driven, customer-centered approach to helping entrepreneurs build enduring companies at all stages.

About

We are a growth-focused management consulting firm

We are committed to helping entrepreneurs build enduring companies at all stages. Our super-active team works side-by-side with you on your biggest challenges, whether setting strategy, launching new products, driving growth, navigating operational complexities, or making critical transitions.

Our approach is data-driven, customer-centered, and growth-focused to help you through the brutal nitty-gritty of building a company so you can focus on what makes your company tick. With access to our network of thousands of highly talented strategists, entrepreneurs, consultants, designers, developers, and growth marketers, you will have the support you need to succeed.

Our consultants will help you think through strategy and transitions, our designers will assist with product and brand building, our developers will build secure and scalable products, and our growth marketers and sales teams will help drive measurable growth.

At Beckett Industries, we have a proven track record of helping thousands of small and large companies build and transition for success.

Our expertise is not just theoretical-we have worked with top companies across industries and know how to navigate complex challenges. When you work with us, you gain super-active partners who are unafraid to roll up their sleeves and get to work.

Purpose, Mission, & Values

Purpose:
To transform lives through customer-centered learning and growth.

Mission:
At Beckett Industries, our mission is to provide exceptional consulting services that help our clients achieve their goals and drive growth. Our customer-centered approach puts our clients first, understanding their unique needs and challenges to deliver tailored solutions that exceed expectations. With a 100-year vision, we are committed to building long-term relationships with our clients, providing value and innovation that drives sustainable growth.

Values:

  1. Legacy: We believe that legacy is not just about what you leave behind, but how you make an impact in the present. We work with our team and our clients to create a meaningful and lasting legacy through purpose-driven growth strategies that align with our values.
  2. Growth-focused: With a laser focus on growth-oriented strategies and solutions, we help businesses unlock their full potential and achieve their goals.
  3. Innovation: We believe that innovation is at the core of greatness. Everyone at Beckett Industries has the potential to be creative, and we encourage our team to think outside the box and explore new ideas to stay ahead of the curve.
  4. Agility: We believe that a great organization is one that is agile and adaptable. We value flexibility, speed, and the ability to pivot quickly in response to changing market conditions.
  5. Collaboration: We believe that the best solutions to complex problems are often found through collaboration and teamwork. We encourage our team to work together, share ideas, and challenge each other to find new and innovative solutions.
  6. People-centered: We believe that innovation starts with people. We invest in our team and provide them with the tools and resources they need to succeed. We value diversity, inclusivity, and a culture of respect, and we believe that this helps us attract and retain the best talent.
  7. Customer-centric: We believe that technology may move fast, but human needs change slowly. We are committed to putting our customers’ needs first, and we strive to build lasting relationships based on trust, respect, and a dedication to delivering exceptional products and services.
  8. Venturing: We believe that venturing is an important part of research and development. We are not afraid to take risks, try new things, and learn from our failures. We believe that this approach is key to staying ahead of the competition and achieving greatness.

Our Governance

At Beckett Industries, we hold ourselves accountable for creating sustainable and meaningful impact for our clients, as well as for the governance of our own firm. We are committed to regularly assessing and refining our governance practices to ensure that they align with our purpose, mission, and values. By prioritizing strong governance, we aim to maintain the highest standards of transparency, ethics, and accountability across all aspects of our operations. Through this ongoing commitment to excellence, we strive to build trust with our stakeholders, achieve our long-term goals, and create enduring value for our clients, employees, and communities.

History Of Our Firm

Beckett Industries was founded over 20 years ago by a group of seasoned consultants who were passionate about helping companies solve complex problems and challenge the status quo. From the very beginning, our firm was driven by a customer-centered approach, which put our clients at the heart of everything we do. Our team was made up of experts from diverse industries, all united by a shared vision to drive growth and create long-lasting impact for our clients.

Over the years, we have worked with hundreds of companies, from startups to established industry leaders, helping them start, operate, and transition their businesses. Our growth focus has always been a key differentiator, as we have continuously leveraged cutting-edge technology and innovation to unlock new opportunities and drive sustainable growth.

Throughout our history, we have had the privilege to work with some of the world’s most amazing companies, both small and large. Whether we were helping them navigate a new market or reinvent their business model, we always brought our full dedication and expertise to the table. We believe that a firm should be more than just a group of people working hard to make money. We believe that the work we do today is part of our legacy, and that our impact will be felt for generations to come.

As we look towards the future, we are excited to continue pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, and to build on the rich legacy of excellence and innovation that has defined Beckett Industries for over 20 years. Our unwavering commitment to our clients and our growth focus will continue to drive us forward, as we work to create positive and enduring change in the world.

Industries

We work across industries to bring you the best thinking from each

At Beckett Industries, we understand that achieving true excellence requires looking beyond the boundaries of your industry. Our hybrid approach to consulting combines over 15 years of cross-industry expertise to help you innovate and excel within your field, surpassing not only your peers but also the best-in-class standards of other industries. We recognize that the most powerful insights often come from outside your sector, and we leverage our wide-ranging experience to bring you the best thinking from each industry we serve.

Automotive
Consumer Goods
Financial Services
Food & Beverage
Healthcare
Heavy Industry
Media & Entertainment
Healthcare

Private Equity
Venture Capital
Pubic Sector
Retail
Social Sector
Technology
Travel

Our Capabilties

Strategy & Finance

At Beckett Industries, we utilize creative data mining to uncover privileged insights and fine-tune effective strategies. Our approach is not based on just a few case studies, but rather statistically valid insights derived from years of large-sample learnings.

In today’s uncertain business climate, it takes bold moves to achieve success. Unfortunately, many corporations tend towards timidity and inertia. At Beckett Industries, we believe in making bold moves that unlock new sources of growth. By using granular analysis to identify the right submarkets and reallocating resources to new areas, we help companies make the right strategic moves.

Our approach to strategy goes beyond analysis. We facilitate an immersive journey where teams grapple with issues, integrate multiple perspectives, and challenge their own assumptions. This process can be difficult, but it creates deep conviction in people, making it easier for them to commit to a bold new direction.

Transformation

At Beckett Industries, we specialize in driving transformational change for our clients, helping them achieve their boldest aspirations with confidence. Our expert team is dedicated to overhauling operations and identifying untapped sources of value, unlocking new opportunities for growth and innovation.

We pride ourselves on our ability to deliver results quickly and efficiently, enabling our clients to reach new heights at a pace they never thought possible. By partnering with Beckett Industries, our clients can turn their most ambitious strategies into reality and exceed their own expectations. With our proven track record of success, we provide the guidance and expertise necessary to drive sustained growth and propel businesses to new levels of success.

Digital Solutions

We specialize in digital solutions that drive transformation and foster business growth. Our comprehensive range of services is designed to equip organizations with the necessary capabilities to thrive in the digital age.

We work closely with our clients to help them leverage the power of data and artificial intelligence, update their core technology systems, take advantage of new technological innovations, streamline and automate their operations, boost digital expansion, create immersive digital experiences, and cultivate digital talent and culture. Our goal is to help businesses navigate the complex digital landscape with ease, enabling them to stay ahead of the curve and achieve long-term success.

Growth, Marketing, & Sales

We understand that growth, marketing, and sales are the pillars of any successful organization. Our team of experts is dedicated to helping our clients achieve their growth objectives through a combination of data-driven analysis and innovative strategies. We believe that understanding our client’s unique strengths and challenges is the key to unlocking their full potential, and we work tirelessly to develop tailored solutions that maximize their growth potential.

We know that marketing and sales play a crucial role in driving growth, and our team is well-versed in the latest marketing and sales techniques to ensure that our client’s products and services reach the right audience at the right time. From market research and branding to customer acquisition and retention strategies, we have the skills and experience to help our clients stay ahead of the curve. Whether our clients are looking to expand into new markets, launch new products, or drive revenue growth, our marketing and sales experts are committed to delivering results that exceed expectations.

Implementation

We understand that organizations are currently facing unprecedented challenges as they attempt to navigate the path to the next normal. The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted working norms and operating models across all levels, requiring a change in order to move forward. As such, organizations are seeking solutions that not only protect their workforce and improve their short-term performance but also ensure sustainable transformations over time.

We believe that execution excellence is essential for organizations to thrive in this new reality, and that targeted interventions are necessary to diagnose specific barriers to successful implementation and transform business models. Our implementation teams encompass a range of critical solutions, from implementing on-site workforce safety protocols to building capabilities to lead during times of change, to revitalizing stalled sales pipelines and reenergizing cost and productivity initiatives. We work closely with organizations to identify the necessary changes required for success and help unlock the next level of performance to sustain lasting impact.

Operations

Beckett Industries understands that successful operations are crucial to an organization’s lasting success. In today’s fast-paced business landscape, companies that utilize their operations to move quickly and build new capabilities at scale have a significant competitive advantage.

Our operations practice at Beckett Industries is strategically positioned at the intersection of technology, transformation, and strategy to provide sustainable and inclusive growth. We bridge the gap between boardroom strategies and the frontline, by incorporating technology in areas where it’s needed most, and swiftly delivering lasting transformations facilitated by capability building.

At Beckett Industries, we have a proven track record of driving impactful operational improvements for our clients, and we are committed to helping our clients achieve their operational goals by delivering tangible results that are scalable and sustainable. We take a collaborative approach to ensure our solutions align with your business objectives and priorities, resulting in an optimized operations strategy that drives growth and profitability.

M&A

Our expert team provides tailored solutions to help clients achieve their strategic goals through programmatic M&A, selective divestitures, and portfolio transformation. We guide our clients seamlessly through the entire M&A process, from capital planning and deal-making to execution and integration. With a focus on flawless execution and the capture of valuable insights, we help clients refine their approach to M&A over time, building the skills and capabilities necessary to make M&A a repeatable and distinctive competitive advantage. At Beckett Industries, we are dedicated to supporting our clients in achieving their growth ambitions and driving long-term success.

Our M&A client services prioritize several key areas:

Seamless end-to-end delivery: From capital planning to integration execution, we assist clients in identifying the optimal path to shareholder value.

Translating strategy into action: Many companies fail to effectively align their strategy and M&A program. We work with clients to create precise blueprints for acquisitions and separations that are fully aligned with their strategic objectives.

Flawless execution: Our team helps clients anticipate and address any potential glitches during transactions, integration, or separation.

Capturing insights: We help clients refine their deal-making approaches over time by capturing valuable insights that reflect their unique context.

Learning and capability building: At Beckett Industries, we focus on building client skills daily and in more programmatic ways to make M&A a repeatable and distinctive competitive advantage.

How We Work

Data-Driven

We take a data-driven approach to help our clients achieve growth and success. This approach involves utilizing various data sources, tools, and techniques to analyze, interpret, and extract insights from the vast amounts of data that our clients generate. We believe that data can provide valuable information that can inform strategic decisions, help optimize processes, and identify opportunities for growth. As such, we use data to drive our recommendations and guide our clients’ growth strategies.

To begin the data-driven approach, we start by gathering data from our clients’ various sources, including internal systems, customer interactions, market research, and industry benchmarks. We then use tools such as machine learning algorithms, predictive analytics, and data visualization to analyze and interpret the data. This process helps us identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in the data, which we can use to make informed recommendations. By taking a data-driven approach, we help our clients make evidence-based decisions, reduce risks, and achieve sustainable growth.

Customer-Centered

At Beckett Industries, our customer-centered approach is at the heart of everything we do. We understand that our success is dependent on our customers’ satisfaction, and we are committed to delivering high-quality products and services that meet their unique needs and exceed their expectations. To achieve this, we have developed a comprehensive customer-centric strategy that involves listening carefully to our customers, understanding their requirements, and tailoring our products and services to meet their specific needs.

Our customer-centered approach extends throughout our entire organization, from our sales and marketing teams to our production and support staff. We regularly seek feedback from our customers to ensure that we are meeting their needs, and we use this feedback to improve our products and services continuously. We also invest heavily in customer education, providing resources and training to help our customers get the most out of our products and services. By putting our customers first, we have built a reputation for excellence in our industry, and we are committed to maintaining this focus in everything we do.

Growth-Focused

Our growth-focused approach is designed to help our clients achieve sustainable growth and success. We understand that in today’s rapidly changing business environment, growth is essential for survival and staying ahead of the competition. Our team of experts works closely with our clients to identify growth opportunities and develop customized strategies to drive revenue and profitability.

Our approach is centered around a deep understanding of our client’s businesses and industries, as well as the latest market trends and best practices. We collaborate with our clients to create comprehensive growth roadmaps that encompass all aspects of their organization, including sales, marketing, operations, and finance. Our focus is not just on short-term gains, but on building a solid foundation for long-term success. We continuously monitor and evaluate progress to ensure our clients are on track to achieve their growth objectives. With Beckett Industries, clients can be confident that they have a trusted partner committed to helping them achieve sustainable growth and success.

Talent Network

At the heart of our business is a carefully curated expert talent network. We believe that expertise is essential to delivering value to our clients, and we’ve built a network of over 7,000 talented professionals worldwide who bring a diverse range of skills, knowledge, and experience to the table. Our experts work closely with our consultant teams, providing support and collaborating on projects to deliver exceptional results.

Our approach to building this talent network is rooted in a rigorous selection process that ensures we only work with the most skilled and experienced professionals in their respective fields. We seek out individuals who not only have deep expertise but also possess a passion for learning, collaboration, and innovation. We then provide ongoing training, support, and development opportunities to ensure our experts are equipped with the latest knowledge and skills to deliver value to our clients.

Overall, our expert talent network is a key part of our process, and we are committed to ensuring that we continue to attract, develop, and retain the best talent in the industry. By working closely with our consultants, our experts enable us to provide the highest quality solutions and services to our clients, ultimately driving long-term success for their businesses.

Basics

Is Beckett Industries hiring for any internal roles?

We are always looking for project managers, business designers, M&A experts, software developers, service designers, and digital architects. Please apply here.

How do I join your Talent network?

Beckett Industries has an exclusive business, design, finance, and technology experts network. For every new project, we work with our clients to determine their requirements and assemble the right team to help execute and deliver quality results. Please apply here.

Where are your offices?

Headquarters: Grand Rapids (342 Market St. Grand Rapids, MI 49503)

We also have remote offices and talent throughout the world.

Updated 11/30/23; Originally published 9/15/15

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Whatever challenge you or your organization might face, you don't have to solve it alone. So let's talk and find a way to continue building an enduring company together.

Whatever challenge you or your organization might face, you don't have to solve it alone. So let's talk and find a way to continue building an enduring company together.

Whatever challenge you or your organization might face, you don’t have to solve it alone. So let’s talk and find a way to continue building an enduring company together.

Headquarters
342 Market St.
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

650-318-1571
projects@beckettindustries.com