Private Sector

Business Development

Blue Stone Strategy Group uses disciplined problem solving techniques proven successful in a wide range of situations from the Fortune 500 to governments. Our team leverages a broad network of national functional and industry experts, and partner organizations. We combine analytical rigor and interpersonal dynamic sensitivity to add value for our clients. Our methodology includes internal discovery, external validation, and market testing and is tailored to each client’s needs. Our work arrangements vary based on project requirements and can include project fees, hourly rates or monthly retainers. We look forward to discussing how we can best serve your organization.

Case Studies

Small Business

A $10 million dollar private equity fund company, a specialty paper manufacturer, was experiencing an eroding market share. Blue Stone came in at the request of the fund and diagnosed the root cause of the problem – market saturation and wholesale supply chain constriction. The answer was to switch from “push” to “pull” marketing with an “application” based sales approach; selling specific creative uses of their paper to end users rather than selling the attributes of their paper to wholesalers.

Publicly Traded Company

The company was at a crossroads. Board members were split in multiple strategic directions, and management was unwilling to set a desired end goal. Blue Stone provided board of director and management team facilitation, and worked with management on a strategic plan including market scenarios and options for the future, ranging from acquisitions, LBO and sales to competitors.

Non Profit Organization

A partnership of foundations, a charter school and workforce support organization were under consideration for an unprecedented $15 million program funded by multinational financial institutions. Blue Stone provided a range of project management services to enable application completion in a condensed time frame. We developed a project management structure, governance plan for the new entity, outlined policy considerations, and coordinated the competitive selection of CDFI and long income housing development organizations.