STRATEGIC BUSINESS ADVISOR | VALUE BUILDER | OWNER TRANSITION SPECIALIST
“Built for resilience,
designed for success.”
Built by you. Designed with intention.
Ready for whatever comes next.
30+ Years
in Business Ownership
Strategic Business Advisor, Accredited Value Builder Advisor, Owner Transition Specialist
Specialized in Independent Business Owners| Franchisees | Family-Owned Businesses
We are looking forward to working with You!
You are an established business owner running an independent company, operating a franchise, or building a family legacy.
You built your business from the ground up. But somewhere along the way, it started feeling heavier than it should. You're working harder than ever, and something still feels off.
Maybe you're burned out. Maybe you feel stuck. Maybe you're starting to wonder what life could look like if the business didn't need you every single day.
You don't need another productivity tip or a generic coaching program. You need someone who has actually been in your shoes and knows exactly what it takes to build a business that works for you, not just because of you.
MEET MICHELE
A Strategic Advisory Style Built on Clarity and Results.
I'm Michele Kirkwood, Strategic Business Advisor and Accredited Value Builder. With more than three decades of firsthand leadership in family business ownership, I understand the discipline, resilience, and clarity it takes to build a business that endures. Today, I coach business owners, franchisees, and family-owned business leaders who are committed to designing businesses and lives with intention, resilience, and lasting impact.
My advisory work is structured, discerning, and deeply personalized. I don't offer one-size-fits-all solutions. I work alongside you to close the gaps, strengthen your business, and align it with the life you want to live; I partner with you to sharpen your vision, strengthen your leadership, and align your business with the life you want to live.
Lasting growth comes not from doing it all, but from doing what matters: with clarity and intention. “If you're sensing that something needs to change, or you're ready to build a business that gives you real freedom and options, I look forward to working alongside you.”
My Services
Every business owner's situation is different, and so is every path forward. Whether you’re facing a specific challenge, ready to understand what your business is truly worth, or committed to building something that runs without you, I will recommend the right engagement for where you are right now.
Clarity + Strategy Session
You have one specific challenge, and you need a clear plan to solve it. We spend 90 minutes together focused entirely on your situation. You walk away knowing exactly what to do and how to do it.
Business Diagnostic + Roadmap
We use a diagnostic tool to dig deep into how your business actually works, what's holding you back, and what your business is worth today. Then we identify your top-priority problems and develop a clear plan to fix them. Over eight sessions, we work together to turn that plan into real actions you can execute.
Ongoing Strategy and Advisory
You want a strategic partner in your corner every single month. We meet regularly to solve problems, navigate decisions, and keep your business moving toward the future you want. Whether you are building long-term value, preparing for transition, or simply want sustained guidance, we work together at whatever pace serves you best.
Strategic Implementation and Advisory
You have a plan. Now we execute it together. We meet biweekly to close the gaps across your operations, leadership, systems, and strategy. We use proven strategies and accountability structures to keep you on track. Over six months, your business transforms from needing you everywhere to running smoothly without you.
Know where you Stand!
Most business owners have never measured the true value of the business they have built. The Value Builder PreScore takes just 15 minutes and gives you an instant snapshot across the eight key drivers of business value, so you can see exactly where you stand and where the biggest opportunities are. It is free. It is immediate. And it just might change how you see your business.
Kind Words from Clients
“Working with Michele has truly transformed the way we run our business. Over the past year, she helped us shift our mindset around pricing, teaching us to value our time and stop underselling our services. Her guidance encouraged us to get out there, find the right clients, and market ourselves with confidence. Michele challenged us to stop trying to be everything to everyone and instead get clear on who our true audience is. She helped us lay the foundation for long-term success by thinking differently, investing wisely, and exploring new income streams. Her support has been a game-changer.”
— Krystal and Brittany, Co-Founders, Every Last Detail by K&B
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