Prometis Partners is proudly MMA-endorsed. Michigan manufacturers are entering a period defined by two opposing forces: historic investment and aggressive reshaping. On one side, EV and battery commitments have surged, with roughly $16.6 billion in total investment and more than 16,300 jobs announced statewide. On the other, the real momentum is in modernization—expansions and renovations…
Revenue is vanity. Profit is sanity. But neither one tells the full story of what makes a construction, HVAC, or electrical contracting company valuable when it’s time to grow—or time to exit. In the trades, most business owners track what’s convenient: revenue, job costs, maybe gross profit, and a cash balance. These are important, but…
The Metrics That Predict Growth and Exit Success Prometis Partners is an MMA-endorsed provider. Manufacturers in Michigan have no shortage of data. Machines, ERP systems, supply chains, and customer portals produce metrics every second of every shift. Yet measuring everything is not a strategy. The companies that win—whether in growth or at exit—are the ones…
Most contractors focus on cash flow and job costing—but is that enough to scale or exit successfully? In the construction, HVAC, and electrical contracting industries, financial strategy often takes a back seat to operations. You’re busy managing crews, juggling bids, navigating supply delays, and keeping projects on schedule. Margins are thin, timelines are tight, and…
Prometis Partners is an endorsed provider for the Michigan Manufacturers Association (MMA). Michigan manufacturing remains the backbone of our state’s economy—and that’s not just a talking point. The latest statewide data shows manufacturing contributed $111.9 billion in value added, accounting for roughly 15.5% of Michigan’s GDP. Across the state, more than 594,300 people work in…
You’ve been invited to: Built to Exit: The Subscription Model Exit, How Recurring Revenue Multiplies Value Recurring revenue isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a multiplier. In this 30-minute Masterclass, we’ll explore how subscription-based business models can dramatically increase your company’s valuation and make it more attractive to potential buyers. Whether you’re planning an exit in the…
Over the past month, we’ve explored the VOP Advantage — how Value, Operations, and People form the foundation of a business that’s not only successful today but transferable tomorrow. From scalable systems and defined policies to efficient operations and strong leadership teams, each topic built toward one simple truth:Operational strength is the engine that turns…
You can have a documented SOP library, a great team, and strong operational efficiency…But if your business still relies on you to make decisions, solve problems, approve spending, or manage key relationships—buyers don’t see value.They see risk. Owner dependency is one of the biggest reasons businesses lose 20–50% of their potential exit value during due…
Scaling a business isn’t just about growing revenue or adding new customers — it’s about sustainable, repeatable, and transferable growth. When buyers evaluate your company, they’re not just looking at what you’ve built. They’re asking a more critical question: “Can this company continue to grow without the owner?” Your ability to scale is one of…
Policies and Procedures: The Silent Risk That Could Derail Your Exit Imagine this: a buyer is ready to acquire your business. The financials look solid, your team is capable, and your brand is strong. You feel prepared—until due diligence begins. The buyer asks for your safety protocols, employee handbook, compliance documentation, and operational procedures… and…