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When our business began growing we needed a system to help us improve on our process, and Cogent Analytics delivered exactly what we needed.

Mike & Sandy Wheelis

Co-Owners, J&R Electrical Contractors, Inc.

I would highly recommend the Cogent Analytics team to anyone looking to elevate their business operations and performance.

Zack Walker

COO, Riden Service Co

This education has been great, and understanding and using the provided tools will make us see the entire picture in a way we have not in the past.

Ryan Morley

Co-Owner, Bay Machining & Sales, Inc

Like many family businesses, we wore a lot of hats every day, and it became easy to stay stuck in survival mode instead of stepping back to look at the bigger picture.

Eric Crane

President & Owner, Crane's L&M

Wholesale & distribution

We look forward to the future that Cogent has helped lead us toward.

Doug Hall

Vice President, Triangle Electric Corporation

This is a company that offers the services that would normally only be available to businesses bringing in $20MM or more per year and gives them to genuine small business.

Nathan Parven

Owner, WGE, Inc.

They challenged us to think bigger, communicate better, and operate with greater intentionality.

Bill Hayes

Owner, Midwest Door & Window

We look forward to a continued relationship as we transition into the LifeCycle process.

Andrea Riojas

Vice President, CLK Architects

Architecture & engineering

Cogent has given us tools that will enable them to make decisions based on facts not just gut feelings.

Shirley Lewenstein

Owner, JPT Graphics

After experiencing significant burnout due to my previous workload, I am grateful that we now have a strategic plan moving forward. I genuinely feel more optimistic about our path into the upcoming years.

Byron Mabry

President, Mabry Industries

With the guidance resources and understanding of what we were lacking, I believe that moving forward, we will be more successful than we have ever been. No one has ever taught me how to manage a business or my wife how to do the books. We just did the best that we could with what we knew.

Chris Thatcher

Owner, Polar Mech Heating & Cooling

Their selfless attention to tasks that drive our business's traction in the marketplace has not only yielded considerable improvements in our company culture and focus but also inspired and motivated our team.

Ryan Mattox

CEO, ThermalTran Mechanical

For the first time in a long time, I am excited for our future.

Brian Kooiker

General Manager, Progressive Handling, Inc.

Wholesale & distribution

Having climbed the internal ladder, I had long-term working knowledge of the business but lacked understanding of aspects essential for success. Cogent's introductory call was an answered prayer.

Rebekah Duffy

CEO, Steeple Town Enterprises, Inc.

Our family business of over 55 years would have been too difficult to transition to the next generation in the state it was in.

Elizabeth Dadeks Szopenske

President, Dadeks Machine Works

We are confident that we will not only meet but exceed our established goals. With the ongoing support and influence of the entire Cogent team, we are optimistic about developing a successful succession plan that will ensure SpectraGraphics continues to thrive for another 50 years.

Spectragraphics

Leadership Team, Spectragraphics, Inc.

Cogent delivered targeted, actionable strategies aimed at improving operational efficiency and overall financial performance. These were not generic recommendations, they were tailored specifically to our business model and aligned with our growth trajectory.

Devin Bell

Managing Partner, Allied Exteriors

Before Cogent arrived, there was little to no organization in the business; this issue was costing untold amounts of profits.

Evan & Ashleigh Newby

Owners, Economy Glass Service, Inc.

We can now see “that’s how we always did it” way of doing things is no longer acceptable.

Daniel Ritosa

President, Rino's Woodworking Shop, Inc.

The structure you’ve helped design for our organization is something I believe will be pivotal to our long-term growth. It has given us a clearer framework for scaling effectively while maintaining operational discipline.

Justin Terreau

Financial Manager, Riden Plumbing

My experience with Cogent was life-changing to say the least.

Martha Lacombe

Owner/CEO, Upper Level Graphics

We consider Cogent Analytics a trusted partner and would confidently recommend their services to other companies seeking better financial understanding and control.

Samantha Locklear

Operations Manager, Msquare Construction, Inc.

Our company is more aligned than it has ever been, and we are better poised to navigate challenges of running a business.

Joseph Smart

President, Smart Medical Products & Services

Wholesale & distribution

I have been consistently impressed by their industry-leading expertise, forward-thinking approach, and unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional results for our company.

Dave Kinney

Co-Owner, Performance Coatings, LLC

Cogent demonstrated a deep understanding of our business needs and provided tailored solutions that truly made a difference.

Bryceton H. Payne

President, BH Payne Construction

If I had done this 4 years ago, I would have been able to retire by now.

Thomas Wilkinson

President, Vortex Systems

Architecture & engineering

Cogent set us up for a proper business valuation as we start thinking about what it might look like to sell the company.

Ben Dunning

President, Dunning Industries

Wholesale & distribution

My wake-up was that my failure to manage and operate properly could cause hardship on the people who put 100% of their lives in my hands.

Rodney Carroll

President & CEO, Wray's Septic

We found ourselves doing things the old way and constantly hitting roadblocks.

Dennis Hermatz

Owner, Wayne Lawn & Garden, Inc.

We are far better off today because Cogent walked through our doors.

Kathleen Deppe

President/CEO, Valley Lighting, LLC

Wholesale & distribution

For us, it was a big deal to bring in an outside firm to tell us where we needed help in our business, but from start to finish, we have been very impressed with the whole Cogent process.

Jim Samuels

General Manager, Bryton Corporation

Wholesale & distribution

We truly believe that signing on with Cogent Analytics was one of the best decisions we could have made for our company.

Timothy Kelley

President, Kelcode Solutions, LLC

Wholesale & distribution

Thank you so much for providing us with the structure and focus we will need to be successful moving forward.

Josh Hughes

Co-Partner, Tuck-Hinton Architects

Architecture & engineering

Could we have achieved all this by ourselves? Possibly, but by having Cogent Analytics come to us and provide a 3rd party fresh look at our organization, it allowed it to happen more quickly and more efficiently.

Kevin Kane

President, Davis Kane Architects

Architecture & engineering

We look forward to Cogent’s continued help in the weeks, months and years to come as your guidance has been priceless.

Jeff Mullen

Principal, Stewart & Connors Architects

Architecture & engineering

Cogent Analytics has developed and instilled what I feel is a good strong foundation for moving forward.

Jason Fullen

President, Fullen Transportation Services, Inc.

We have direction, purpose, and processes with which to work to make Nickey Warehouse the company our employees love working for and our customers enjoy having as their service provider and partner.

Charlie Andrews

Chief Operating Officer, Nickey Warehouses

I was reintroduced to the light at the end of the tunnel and a feeling of relief.

Wayne Sever

President/CEO, Highland Security and Investigations, LLC

They are not only thorough but also easy to work with and always willing to take the time to discuss my concerns and respond to my questions.

Shannon Williams

President, BGS Glass Service

With Cogent's persistence and our team accepting the change, we are on our way back to running jobs the way they should be run.

Don Schneider & Brian Koehler

Co-Owners, Side X Side Construction

Cogent met and surpassed my expectations.

Richard Cohn

Chairman of the Board, Cohn Construction Services, LLC

I am excited to see where we as an organization will be after we have everything fully implemented.

Jeffery Martin

President, Martin Brothers Contracting, Inc.

Because of the Cogent project, I took a week-long vacation, and the company ran itself! For the first time ever, I didn’t have to run every aspect of the company.

Daniel Staudt

Senior Vice President of Operations, Power Engineering Services, LLC

Each visit with Cogent has brought realistic and inspiring changes to ourselves and our company.

Bernard Robinson

President, B. Robinson, Inc.

We are utilizing Cogent's Tax Planning service to help maximize our potential profits and protect our investment and hard work in this organization and its employees.

Ryan Cox

President, CHM Weatherguard

We are seeing positive changes in our company culture, inspiring improvement throughout all levels of our organization.

Mark Hardin

Owner, Metro PHAC

Almost all decisions made were based on a “gut feeling”.

Jeff Vandemark

President, Industrial Propane Services, Inc.

Wholesale & distribution

It would be difficult to put a dollar value to the hours spent working and talking with Cogent.

Jay Dee Graber

Business Manager, Michiana Equipment

Wholesale & distribution

Once you recognize the need to make changes to improve your business, I recommend you call Cogent Analytics.

Matt Baldwin

President, Vertisys

The level of data and process definition that I have seen and received is staggering.

Bill Roberts

President/CEO, T&D Moravits

Each and every one of our employees agreed that the changes that are still taking place have greatly improved Langley Industrial Machining and its success.

Ron & Linda Langley

Owners, Langley Industrial Machining

I was so focused on just getting the job done I was missing all these other important issues.

Patrick Disher

Vice President of Operations, Service Specialties Liftco Inc.

Our time with Cogent Analytics has been a good learning experience and has helped provide a basic set of systems that we can start working and making our own.

Nick Joy

President, Valley Signs & Surveys

Without Cogent, I’m not sure where APG would have been in 2-3 years.

Christopher McGeary

President, Allison Park Group, Inc.

As it turned out, many of our business-as-usual habits were holding us back and were rooted in a resistance to change.

J Silas Mosher

President, SSS Printing

I was struck by Cogent's sincerity and desire to help me improve my company and myself.

Joanne Loftus

President, Hotsy Equipment Company

Wholesale & distribution

With the help of Cogent, we will be able to achieve my goals for the business much faster than if I tried to do it all myself.

Colt McCarthy

President, Venture Drilling Supply

Wholesale & distribution

Our company was at a crossroads, and without Cogent's partnership, I truly believe we would not have made it to the next year.

Jayme Matkozich

President, J.A. Rutter Co.

Wholesale & distribution

I look forward to using the tools that Cogent has provided to continue to improve my business.

Kevin Hill

General Manager, Spectrum Construction Services

Cogent has highlighted a way for me to proceed with my company productively and financially.

Terry Henderson

President, Greater Graders, Inc.

Cogent helped us take Sunbelt Glass LLC to the next level.

Christopher Holcomb

President, Sunbelt Glass, LLC

I look forward to our continued partnership with Cogent Analytics moving forward for years to come.

Auston Shaw

President, Insul-Con, Inc.

I am more excited about the future of the company and its potential profits this year and in the years to come than when I started.

Patrick Murray

Founder, Murray Motive, Inc.

I would recommend Cogent for any business that needs its root systems to be deeper and wider to handle future growth.

Mike Casper

President, Yard Dog Fencing & Decks, LLC

In retrospect, hiring Cogent Analytics is something I should have done a long time ago.

Bobby Boyd

President, Mecha Inc.

I didn’t know what I should be doing to improve the total business experience.

Jim Berwick

President, Compressor Engineering Corp

Our biggest regret is not finding Cogent 10-15 years ago.

Tommy Landis

Owner, Lanco Services, LLC

Cogent helped our organization become a world-class company.

Chad Miller

Principal, Miller Industries, LLC

We needed direction moving forward on better ways to run our business.

Rob Dixon

Partner, Southern Comfort Shelters

Cogent Analytics helped position us to sell.

Douglas Levereaux

Co-President, Spartan Industrial Supply Inc.

Wholesale & distribution

Thanks for kicking us in the butt!

Cynthia Brown

President, API Source, Inc.

Wholesale & distribution

When we began this process, we had an idea of what needed to be done, but not a real good grasp of how it should be done and we certainly did not have the time to do it ourselves.

Mark Helberg

Vice President of Operations, First Call Environmental, LLC

Architecture & engineering

A budget used to be a cuss word to me, heck I thought a “dashboard” was in my car, and KPI was a bakery!

Lee Pope

Owner, Browns Oil Service

Wholesale & distribution

While I had always worked long hours and would call myself a “hard-worker,” I was working “in the business.” Quickly, Cogent shifted my focus to working on the business and taking a more proactive approach to management.

Jennifer Mead

CEO, S-2 International

We greatly increased our understanding of profit engineering, true break-even, parts, and equipment turn ratios.

Dwight Martin

CFO, Wakarusa AG Services

Wholesale & distribution

Our company could have continued gliding at the same pace, but we would have never achieved our desired growth and company size.

Michael Deskin II

Managing Partner, Dresner Group

The impact of Cogent Analytics will have a long term positive impact on our company, resulting in better processes, improved operational effectiveness and greater financial profit.

Thomas Lavelle

President, RL Wurz Company

Wholesale & distribution

Cogent addressed major and minor problematic areas in our current operations and provided guidance for the future.

Thomas Anderson

President, Alcar Constructors, Inc.

Deep down, I knew our business needed to change in a positive direction.

C. Mark Edwards

General Manager, Five Star Fixturing, Inc.

We have already born fruits from what we have learned.

Peter Schroeck

President & CEO, Reedy Chemical Foam & Specialty Additives

The people of Cogent were what drove my decision to partner with the Cogent team.

John Tenhundfeld

Owner, Stigler Supply Company

Wholesale & distribution

The skills Cogent brought to our company and shared with us will return many dividends in the years to come.

Craig Carr

President, Lakey Electric Co.

My three companies are back to being my passion and not my headaches.

John Richardson

President, Scenic City Glass

As a result of Cogent's help, we should be able to implement more discipline into our organization and run it with a singular focus on the health and success of this business.

Quentin Keith

President, Lighthouse Solar

In nine weeks, we have proven savings of $379,445 and what clearly looks like more savings to come.

Ryan Law

President, Law Tanning

Cogent got very impressive and almost immediate results.

Billy Winchester

Owner, Strobe Tech, LLC

We started seeing improvements in the first two weeks.

Travis Jarrett

Owner, Jarrett Concrete

Cogent's work has resulted in an entirely new and improved company culture here!

Jay Miller

President, HWC Custom Cabinetry

If asked whether or not we would do it all over again, my answer would be a very resounding YES!

Casey Millhorn

CEO, Allstar Fire Protection, Inc.

Cogent Analytics was not the first consulting team we have worked with. I was reluctant to try again with another company, but I have no regrets hiring Cogent after working with their team.

Christy P. D’Armond

President, Fabrication Services, Inc.

Cogent put in place the systems and processes that we will need to handle our growth now and in the future without compromising our corporate values and culture.

Susan Skog

President, Sterling Industrial Refrigeration

Our business had gone through three years of difficult times, with both internal and external forces contributing, and we had to decide whether to close up shop or bring in Cogent to help us reorganize - I am very thankful that we did!

Chris Vlk

President, Dobson Industrial, Inc.

We needed a partner to assist us in attaining the process flow and management skillset to make a successful transition into our future as efficient as possible. But we didn't actually know what we needed to do in order to accomplish this goal. Enter the Cogent Analytics team.

Robert D. Green

Owner, RDG Company

Wholesale & distribution

Through the course of the project, we have substantially altered the culture of our company.

Todd Pottlitzer

President, Vulcan Fire Systems, Inc.

I have definitely learned a new way to view the systems, documentation and financials for my company.

Joseph Bass III

President/CEO, My Guys Remodeling Inc.

The changes Cogent implemented have streamlined our process, saved us money, and gotten us on target to have a profitable year.

Armando Covelli

Co-Owner, Patco Industries

The material Cogent provided, when actualized, will help us grow the company in a more mature, systematic, and organized way.

Kate & James O'Mara

Owners, O'Mara Landscaping & Lawn Care, Inc.

We are very excited about the changes and suggestions that we foresee happening with our company with Cogent’s continued help.

Marlene Mills

Owner/CFO, Carolina Services of the Triad, Inc.

We have been very pleased with the results and are looking forward to continued support from Cogent Analytics.

Harry Letchworth

President, N.W. Poole Well & Pump Co.

I knew I had to hire their team because they made the most sense and understood my needs.

Doris Zografos

President, EASE Painting and Construction, Inc.

This experience is life-changing.

Joanie Kehlenbach

Co-Owner, Bethany Mountain Lawn Care

We are very grateful and satisfied for the services provided by Cogent.

Teresa Luna

Vice President, Luna Concrete, Inc.

It has been a great experience in working on the ground with Cogent.

Kendall Monroe

Owner, Kendall Monroe Concrete

Cogent helped us see the value in revising our organizational structure and putting more accountability measures in place.

Gina M. Williams

President, Clyde McHenry, Inc.

My experience with Cogent was very profitable.

Randy Newton

President, FAB Services, LTD.

Cogent has ensured that we have a strong future as we deliberately grow in the areas of industry that make the most sense.

Royce Day

CEO, R.G.S. Landscape Management

Every individual I worked with on the Cogent team seemed to have me and Paint One’s best interest at heart.

Pedro Pedreira

Owner, Paint One

Cogent has helped us create a much stronger company and given us the ability to make informed decisions in the future.

Kent Burnett

Vice President, Mountain Creek Kitchen & Bath

Cogent has been there for us from the first day and played a huge role in helping us get things back on track and putting some fundamental mechanisms in place that will take our business to the next level.

Aaron Lund

President, Mass Transfer, LTD

Cogent's presence at our facility has caused a spark in many of the employees.

D. Diane West

Vice President, Artic Temp, Inc.

I strongly believe that working with Cogent will make our business more profitable.

James Ramm

President, East Carolina Metal Treating, Inc.

Cogent has done what they promised and has given our company a chance to survive in a market downturn reported to be the worst in 45 years.

Darcy Wiebe

President, Focus Tools, LLC

I have been satisfied with the results.

Bryan Spangler

President, Rayco Industries, Inc.

Cogent has really helped to ensure we are prepared for the growth cycle.

Tony Pearson

Owner, Classic Custom Cabinetry

We will definitely use the resources provided by Cogent in order to grow our business faster and more efficiently.

Walter Chambers

President & Owner, Boss LTG, Inc.

The changes that we are now implementing will provide a clearer view of our goals and how to attain them.

Frank Poirier

Owner, Poirier Flooring

Wholesale & distribution

Cogent taught us how to manage our business, not let it manage us.

Dan Brower

President, Lab Recyclers, Inc.

Wholesale & distribution

The things we have accomplished so far have laid a solid foundation for improving our company

Leslie Thompson

President, UpCountry Home

Wholesale & distribution

As a business, we have learned very valuable concepts and practices that we will be able to utilize for years to come.

Geoffery Herbert

General Manager, Cajun Harley-Davidson

Wholesale & distribution

I have hope and a feeling of positivity for the first time in five years.

Candy Hernandez

Secretary & Treasurer, Candy's Campers

Wholesale & distribution

I’m happy it’s finished. I’m planning Cogent's return.

Otabek Aripov

President, Uzbek Trucks

They have been wonderful to work with and have shown us ways to do things that have been a tremendous help and will continue to be as we grow.

Kristy Knichel

Owner, Knichel Logistics

I have seen marked improvement in measurement of key performance indicators as well as marked improvement in the KPI themselves.

Grant Crowell

President, The Urban Foresters

I would absolutely recommend Cogent Analytics to any business owner who asked. The level of professionalism, dedication, and collaboration we have experienced has been tremendous.

Christopher Bolio

Owner, Icon Electric

We created new operational procedures to identify and eliminate waste, improved accountability, provide greater and more concise information to our employees, and track company-wide performance through collaboration of management team members.

Andrew Kerner

Vice President, East Coast Rigging & Scaffolding Letter

By the second day we knew we had made the right decision and we are looking forward to continuing to work on our business with Cogent.

Allen Cook

Founder & CEO, TOURtech

As a small business owner with little to no business experience, I was at a low point, worried and stressed about the financial management for our relatively new business. In the year I have been working with Cogent, I have gained confidence in my ability to manage all aspects of our company’s financials.

Nicole Cordova

President, S&S Rigging, Inc.

A positive quality of life is the greatest achievement from this development. We were both working feverishly with no defined organization or procedures for our businesses. The Cogent Analytics processes put in place have given us the control needed to drive the business.

Fred & Leslie Privette

Owners, Onsite Resources

Cogent didn’t make grand promises of future success and riches with no real plan, they outlined a legitimate plan on how to achieve our goals step-by-step.

Lucas S. Phillips

Vice President, H.K. Phillips Restoration Letter

We were coached and got the best from each and every one of the Cogent team members in terms of review, analysis, and counsel.

Jennie Brossman

Vice President, Window Specialists, Inc.

The Cogent Analytics process has been nothing short of transformational for both me and my organization.

Chris Kelley

CEO, Bilt Rite Scaffold

We now have the tools in place to motivate the staff to excel through performance-based job description and new profit-sharing opportunities.

Matthew R. Mayol, AIA, MBA

President & CEO, Odle McGuire Shook

Architecture & engineering

Cogent has delivered on their commitment with a very detailed and structured approach

Greg Heard

COO, MainOcean

Wholesale & distribution

Cogent Analytics would be a tremendous asset for any organization; their ability to positively impact change was recognized immediately and will continue long after their departure.

Jeremy J. Sturgeon

Director of Operations, Spohn Associates

Cogent brought our excitement back for bringing this business to the level we knew we should be operating.

David Wilkins

Owner, Cobb Industrial Fabricators

I saw a palpable change in the energy of my team.

Joseph Friese

Vice President, Markle Manufacturing

The Cogent team walked us through everything from organization development, cash flow management, and sales forecasting to profit and expense control.

Bill Woolwine, Jr.

President & Owner, Serenus Johnson Construction

I appreciate Cogent partnering with T2 Contracting and providing us with tools and training for us to define profit instead wish for it.

Floyd L. Taylor, Jr.

President, T2 Contracting

Because of Cogent's persistence and patience, we no longer feel like victims of circumstance, but controllers of our own financial destiny.

Kelley Hice

Partner, Hitec Chemicals, Inc.

Cogent helped reveal the inefficiencies draining the productivity and profit of our rapidly growing company.

Jeremy Rogers

CEO, Ocean Edge Services, Inc

Architecture & engineering

Cogent was the right fit for the job and fit right into this business's culture.

Shawn Dolan

President, CCM Rentals

Wholesale & distribution

I am thankful that I have someone that I can call on to help me with questions and problems that may arise in the future.

Amos Greene

Vice President, G&G Builders

What Cogent provided me was the relief that I now have a company that is ready to meet the future as well-equipped as it can be.

Bob Engster

Owner/President, Single Source Procurement, LLC

Wholesale & distribution

The Cogent team quickly dove into our numbers and evaluated our situation through interviews and surveys to produce a plan that included business improvement practices to develop a business structure that will support and address our long-term growth goals.

Lori Bonds

President, Aegis Environmental, Inc.

Architecture & engineering

Instead of coming in, pointing fingers, and berating us for the things we were doing wrong, like other consultants, Cogent lifted us up.

Jennifer Ray

Office Manager, ComLink Network Services, Inc.

Cogent saved me over $400,000.

Thomas Wilkinson

President, Vortex Systems

Architecture & engineering

I believe the best service Cogent provided our company was a simple Management Operating System that is easy to follow, easy to replicate, and easy to adjust to changing conditions.

Ronnie Paul, P.E.

President, Heneghan and Associates, P.C.

Architecture & engineering

Cogent’s help has allowed us to set the stage for the next level.

Keith G. Pehl, P.E.

President, Optima Engineering

Architecture & engineering

Dashboards helped establish budgets and control costs that we otherwise did not pay close attention to in the past.

Chris Hagman

President, E.O. Habhegger

We have the fundamentals of a structure that future managers can easily step into while it also opens up the door for successful succession.

Juergen Schumacher

President, Ex-Factory, Inc.

Wholesale & distribution

We were a 1990s-type of company; now we are a 2020s company with endless possibilities. Cogent changed our company from the inside-out.

Jay Nelson

President, Heavy Machines

Wholesale & distribution

The structure provided by Cogent not only positions us for growth but it also defines a clear career path for retaining valuable employees.

Tim Northcutt

Partner, New Life Chemical

Cogent has provided great value to the organization. We now have a detailed plan of how we are going to achieve our goals.

Attly Aycock

CEO, Remington Medical

Cogent Analytics is very good at finding your weakness and helping you realize how much actual money those are costing you.

Carey Winter

Managing Partner, American Maintenance and Cleaning Services Letter

The Cogent team has been very knowledgeable, professional, and attentive to our needs.

Annette Baldi

Director of Operations, R&F Tile & Marble Co.

Wholesale & distribution

Our team is dialed in and excited about the future.

Ty Crane

President, F.L. Crane & Sons

I believe that through this process we all have learned a great deal and are positioned to be self-sustaining and to continue the forward momentum well into the future.

Tim Madrid

President, Ohio Service Group

At no time did I find myself, or our company efforts being criticized, but rather we were encouraged by the number of things we are getting right and the small changes we could make to significantly improve our results.

William Reid Geiler, III

Vice President, The Geiler Company

The time Cogent spent at our facility has been invaluable in setting up our job pricing model, position descriptions, evaluation forms, and KPIs, just to name a few.

Tim Piatt

President & CEO, Southwest Galvanizing, Inc.

Cogent’s efforts were very effective; I felt from day one that they were a cut above their competition in business consulting.

Joseph Jankowski

President, The Associated Construction Company

The Cogent team made it their business to understand us from the ground up.

Debbie Harris

Co-Owner, Riggs-Harrod Builder

Our company’s survival can be attributed to the structure implementation we created with Cogent in 2017, which allowed us to navigate through the storms.

Brian Holland

President & CEO, Point Security

The Discovery provided more insight into the health of the business and our people than we imagined. They didn’t sugarcoat the truth, and it went beyond the numbers.

Allison Endicott

CPO, Wirks Moving & Storage

Cogent has held us accountable to better our company, but also given us the room necessary to operate our business while going through this process.

Graison Johnson

Owner, ATL Freight

With Cogent’s guidance, we are on the path of rapid growth, limiting mistakes, and taking advantage of the added skills we’ve learned from the Cogent team.

Joel Markland

President, BCA Environmental Consultants

Architecture & engineering

We have formalized numerous processes, implemented a more effective resource management software, better aligned company and employee goals, and refined performance metrics at all levels.

Ahmad Mahmud, PE, LEED AP

Principal, BSEG

Architecture & engineering

In a brief period, Cogent was able to provide an unbiased, professional opinion of our current operations and a variety of opportunities we had for growth and improvement.

Michael Henderson

CEO, P-M & Associates

Wholesale & distribution

I would definitely recommend Cogent to any other small business.

Danton Waggoner

President, Waggoner Manufacturing

The Cogent team helped Rainbow develop accounting and financial tools to help measure and drive our profits.

Tim Niedringhaus

CEO, Rainbow Painting Company

Cogent has been instrumental in helping us to develop strategies to increase our sales, put the right people in place to grow the business, and motivate our employees to perform at higher levels.

Kevin Maier

President, Tile Gallery

Wholesale & distribution

Cogent’s knowledge, recognition, and business partnerships helped us justify a several-million-dollar ERC refund that our current attorneys and CPA assured us was not available. Needless to say, we are overjoyed with this unexpected windfall.

Rod Fain

COO, E. Meier Contracting

We have a clearer understanding of what is required to keep the company growing.

Nana Manso

Owner, Skyrock Construction

Cogent has taken the time and effort to guide us on the journey of improvement, which a 27-year-old company needs in order to be fully competitive and successful in the current economic environment.

Glenn Flaherty

Owner, ERD, Ltd.

Spyglass made money during the high-intensity phase, developing key performance indicators, a cash management system, a budget, a strategic recruiting plan, an employee retention credit (ERC), and many other tools.

Eric Kruse

Owner & CEO, Spyglass Solutions

Jobs are being restructured, responsibilities and measurements are being defined, and new hand-off documents are being prepared simultaneously with the overarching tools being developed by the Cogent Analytics staff. The excitement level of the team is palpable.

Mark Fuchs

President, Maranda Enterprises

Wholesale & distribution

My brother and I can operate our business with more confidence and less stress.

Todd Daymont

Co-Owner, American Party Rentals

Wholesale & distribution

Before I met with Cogent, I had an idea of what I wanted to accomplish, but I did not know how or if it was even possible. After meeting with Cogent, and in our initial meeting, we recognized that not only was my vision possible, but we could achieve even more.

Brian Mueller

Owner, Badger Contractors Rental & Supply

Wholesale & distribution

After owning the business for over 50 years, it has been so helpful to have a fresh perspective, and someone looking at our operation with “clear” eyes, experience, and wisdom!

Cindy Hessinger

Owner, MegaGrafix

The Discovery process is well worth it. I believe having a snapshot view from a third party provide you with an honest picture of your company is well worth the minimal time and effort to do so.

Steve Bates

President & Owner, CityPress

Cogent team members not only brought forth some Excel-based tools for cash management and accounting structure, but also provided guidance to the shop managers on how to effectively measure performance and help grow our employees with accuracy and productivity.

Alex Zavarella

General Manager, Zavarella Woodworking

We had the entire, much larger Cogent team assisting with the process and providing customized, experienced insight. To duplicate this with our own folks or through hiring would be impossible.

Chris Barnett

President, Darwin Chambers Company

Not only did we gain tools that would help us in our performance and financial goals, but we gained strength as a team to lead and manage the company.

Denise Clements

CFO, BGRS, Inc.

The processes implemented allow me to really manage the growth of my business in a way that I previously haven’t done.

David Moura

Owner, Moura's Cleaning Service

All of our employees immediately bought in and demonstrated the drive and yearning to become better.

Drew Messenger

Owner, Harkey Tile & Stone

Cogent has helped me change my mindset about my value to our business, aligning my personal goals with company objectives, and confidence to make effective financial decisions.

Hunter Marshall

Operations Manager, Marshall's Locksmith Service

Cogent provided analysis, training and guidance in areas of personnel, accounting, strategic planning, and budgeting.

Brad Cash

CEO, GeoSurvey

Architecture & engineering

Cogent looked over our business and taught us how to make positive changes with our software, employees, and day-to-day functions. Everyone has seen the changes in a short amount of time.

Christina Rehahn

President, Walters & Hemming

From beginning to end of my consulting project, Cogent Analytics provided me with the proper resources and support for a successful project.

Jeff Salmon

President, Birmingham Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc.

Cogent's guided exploration of our standard practices has produced a set of standard operating procedures that will facilitate scalable growth long into the future. Overall, we are expecting a 3-4X ROI on their work.

Shaw Overstreet

President, Lucent Glass Solutions

With Cogent’s training and coaching, I am confident in Cardinal’s ability to successfully navigate our future growth strategies.

Roy Alonso

President, Cardinal Transportation

It has been and continues to be an eye-opening experience, and an experience that is already garnering positive results.

Dave Woods

Managing Partner, DDS Solutions

I can tell a positive difference in staff attitudes, demeanor, and their daily approach to support our mission because of the work being implemented by the Cogent team.

Craig Krawczyk

President, LIVE Design Group

Architecture & engineering

Whether you’re looking to increase efficiency, accountability, profitability, or overall performance; Cogent will cover all the bases.

Steven Brewer

COO, Morgan Distribution

Wholesale & distribution

Cogent's commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and ability to turn vision into reality is truly commendable.

Troy Duell

CEO, Centurion Labs

Wholesale & distribution

We are already seeing positive changes and are on the right path to achieving our goals.

Dan Dawson

CEO/CFO, American Carnival Mart

Wholesale & distribution

This experience has fostered not only significant company growth but also invaluable personal development.

The Klinges

Owners, Mohawk Tile & Marble Distribution

Wholesale & distribution

Since working with Cogent, our business has grown exponentially.

Eddie Burke

Vice President, Combilift Depot

Wholesale & distribution

Cogent has successfully turned around our organization from an organization that fights the daily fires of business, to one that plans the future of our business.

Louis Giovannini

Managing Partner, Big Dog Adhesives

Thank you, Cogent Analytics, for pulling this business owner out of the weeds of the day to day to focus more on what my team really needed.

Rebecca Brown

Owner, Happy Bellies Bake Shop

Together we developed the tools and are working on the proper implementation of them.

Jon Mason

President, FabCo Industrial Services

I feel confident the new set of tools we have, the new roles our management team has defined, and the accountability framework that is set up has prepared our company to continue growing in a positive way.

Steve Cate

CEO, Cate Machine & Welding

We went from working in the business to working on it!

Tara Mannhardt & Troy Longnecker

Owners, Iowa Countertops

We started as a few guys who knew how to do one thing well and opened our business. Now we're a company who knows proper bookkeeping, policy building, creating and measuring KPIs, calendar building, budget setting, leadership skills, and importantly communication skills amongst partners.

Armando Larranaga

Managing Partner, Allied Exteriors

Cogent has brought us peace of mind.

Miriam Pentifallo

Owner, MCP Chimney & Masonry, Inc.

Working with Cogent really makes you feel like you have an entire team behind you. Their dedication to our success was apparent.

Tony & Jennifer Salenski

Owners, Preferred Roofing Services, LLC

One of the standout aspects of this experience has been Cogent's ability to adapt to our specific needs.

Hernan Prieto

CEO, USA Dreamstone

My son is now fully energized and doing wonderful work as the CFO.

Kenneth Meashey

President, Sierra Structures

The folks at Cogent really listened to us all the way through, they guided us – they didn’t force us, they offered resources I wouldn’t have found on my own that were exactly what we needed and we’ve all – owner, staff and management – found new purpose in our work.

Beth Convoy

General Manager, Aqueduct Irrigation & Southern Light

The entire office staff worked together through leadership development sessions, one-on-one sessions, and with us to get procedures written out and others established so that everyone knew what was expected.

Bill and KayAnn Brookins

Owners, Doctor Electric

We started looking into areas we were not aware of or had avoided from lack of knowledge or fear.

Randy Harrison

President, Harrison Dental Studio

I highly recommend Cogent Analytics to any organization seeking expert guidance and measurable results.

Chris Moore

President, Thermotech

I already have seen better morale from our employees, better pricing structure, and better profitability in our work.

Dave Asher

President, SLICK Response Services

After completing our first experience with Cogent's consulting team we grew from $1.5M in sales to $3.5M and purchased a new facility.

Ron and Jody Courtney

Owners, Midwest Signs and Killer Wraps

Cogent has diligently provided me with insight to my operations, management tools and a business perspective that have both confirmed my own perspective, and at times challenged my view.

Brian Scholz

Owner, HP Legacy Inc.

Understanding each person’s strengths and clearly outlined job duties has allowed our leadership to excel.

Matthew McDaid

Operations Manager, Kalamazoo Excavation

We recommend Cogent Analytics, Inc. to any business that is interested in improving their efficiency and performance.

Fran Seymour

General Manager, David Webster Construction, Inc.

We can see a developing change in employee attitudes now that we are beginning to form a clear path to success. Having employees help create that path makes them committed to company success.

James Filer

Vice President, Anderson Ashton

Engaging with Cogent Analytics has been one of the best business decisions we have made.

Steven Leibin

President, Matik, Inc.

Wholesale & distribution

The Cogent team provided practical, actionable strategies to increase productivity and improve our business' financial performance. These were not merely generic suggestions--they were tailored specifically to our business and aligned perfectly with where we want the business to grow and succeed.

Daniel Bentz

Vice President, Detroit Switch

The stress level of our entire company has been lowered.

Robert Daly

President, R.A.D. Fabrication

Our road map for 2026 and beyond is very clear to make all my goals for this company achievable.

Brice Bishop

President, Weatherhead & Sons

From the outset, Cogent impressed us with their thorough understanding of our industry and their ability to effectively communicate complex concepts in a clear and actionable manner.

Taylor Spencer

Owner, Spencer Concrete & Excavation

The implementation of Cogent Analytics’ strategies has yielded tangible results. We have achieved a significant alignment across all facets of our organization, enabling us to establish and pursue clear, ambitious goals. This strategic realignment has not only enhanced our operational effectiveness but has also revitalized our collective vision.

Thad Claytor

President, Houston Fence Company

As new business owners, we were confident in our plumbing knowledge and our ability to serve customers well. But running the business side — that was a whole different story.

Shaun Towry

President & CEO, B&C Plumbing

The clarity and value of their Discovery process were unmistakable.

Justin Morgan

President, Morgan Companies

From the Discovery process through the entire event we learned and developed tools and processes that will help us advance our team into the future.

Andy Ponstein

President, Georgetown Construction

Our experience with Cogent Analytics has been a truly transformative one for our company.

Rigid Building Group Leadership Team

Leadership Team, Rigid Building Group

Like many small- to mid-sized business owners, I eventually reached a point where I realized that being a great engineer didn’t automatically make me a great CEO.

George Economos

CEO, Becon Incorporated

After implementing just a few KPIs, I noticed employees tightening up work almost overnight, and after a few focused meetings, our leadership team showed signs of turning a corner as well.

Tim Mathisen

CEO, Daytona Glass Works

From the outset, the Cogent team impressed us with their deep understanding of general business strategy and extensive knowledge and experience in the manufacturing and precision machining industry.

Brandon Napier

CEO, P & N Machine Company

When Cogent Analytics came on board, they helped fix and streamline several different problems, ranging from accounting, manufacturing costs, and sales.

Ian Ferguson

CEO, Nature's Way Resources

Cogent took the time to understand our company’s operations, culture, and goals—offering guidance that was not only practical but immediately actionable.

Michael Stone, PE

President, Lysaght & Associates

Architecture & engineering

We are now set up to enter information on receipts and payments to track where our dollars are being spent. We also know how to analyze the information in order to make adjustments.

D&R Leadership Team

Leadership Team, D&R Utility Construction

Some of the most valuable insights came from objectives that weren’t originally seen by us as the main reason for hiring a consultant, but became what we call the "hidden gems" of the project.

Michael Woodcock

Owner, Portland Utilities Construction Company

Cogent's insight and guidance, along with their ability to identify critical issues quickly, set us on the path to success.

Ben Davis

President & CEO, 4 D Excavating

With the easy-to-use tools they provided, we can now take a more proactive approach to our business and have more insight into the future of our company.

Sam Dowdy

General Manager, Coppera, LLC

Cogent has strong knowledge of the construction industry, accounting, and employee behavior, which assisted in implementing the new job definitions.

Robert Crenshaw, Jr.

President, Brazos Contractors

Cogent provided us with tools and behind-the-scenes support for a great succession transfer.

Nicole Stalletti

President, Boyd Machine Co.

Our business has been a successful business through two generations, but it was time to take our company to the next level ﬁnancially and professionally for the third generation of ownership. We would highly recommend Cogent Analytics to other small businesses who are looking to pass the legacy of their business on to the next generation of prosperous and strong business ownership.

Robert Campbell

Owner, Mt. Lebanon Awning & Tent Co.

Delaying puts you at risk of forced decisions under pressure, lower value exit, leadership gaps, and operational disruption, and often limits your ability to choose the ideal path.

Allison Lapatka

President & Owner, Lapatka Associates

Architecture & engineering

The tax team is knowledgeable and has a plan for our Pre Tax solutions and for a great exit strategy for when we are ready to retire in 8 to 10 years.

Wade Houg

CEO, RFMX Houger Express

Wholesale & distribution

Our taxes were really worrying me every week. I know that I am doing the best I can for my business being a self-educated man, but the whole time I have been filing wrong and my CPA never once said that I should maybe have someone look at how we were filing. Cogent Analytics immediately helped us get our taxes in order.

Chet McGregor

Owner, United Parts Supply

Wholesale & distribution

Cogent Analytics gave us tools to measure every aspect of our operations, price jobs more accurately, and forecast and report finances with precision. These aren't just quick fixes.

Blaine Tooley

General Manager, Fencing Solutions & Construction

Our scheduling, dispatching, and project handoff processes have been re-worked. We’re not perfect, but we’re entirely more consistent than we were. Systems are replacing stress.

Ryne Wooden

President, Dries Plumbing

We saw immediate results and improvement in our operation and planning.

Jason Hill

President, Still Lumber Company

Wholesale & distribution

Cogent's quick evaluation of strengths and weaknesses, along with actionable feedback, led to immediate positive results in recruiting. We have made several changes by introducing new roles and responsibilities and challenging staff members to step into those roles and grow professionally. The results have been overwhelmingly positive.

Chris Elberson

Principal, AIA, NCARB, Somdal Associates

Noting our 235 employee roster and the amount of employee interruptions we were encountering, on a daily basis, Cogent brought to our attention it was time for us to establish a Human Resources Department. With their guidance we moved forward and hired an experienced Human Resource Manager. In just three short weeks we can already feel the relief and the gift of time this new position has allotted to us.

Tamara S. Bravo

President, Executive Transportation

One of the most impactful aspects of our work with Cogent was identifying the strengths and weaknesses of both our leadership team and our staff. By redistributing key responsibilities and improving our overall leadership skills, we’ve created an environment that fosters accountability, collaboration, and growth.

Autumn Eickenroth

Owner, AAM Plumbing Heating

Cogent has guided me in developing as a leader in ways that have been both liberating and challenging. I’ve always struggled to balance being approachable with maintaining authority, which often resulted in micromanagement. Thanks to their guidance, I’m now far more comfortable delegating responsibilities and embracing my role as a leader.

Chris Saffer

CEO and Master Plumber, Saffer Plumbing and Electric

Cogent has instilled a passion in the company leadership to positively grow the company and to help all employees within the company reach their maximum potential. We now have a leadership culture that embraces creativity, growth, and drive.

Leadership team

Leadership team, Advantage Group Engineers

Architecture & engineering

The marketing team at Cogent Analytics has done a great job increasing our online presence. They are teaching us what is important and what we need to do to be on top of Google searches.

Jan Eidson

Co-Owner, Starflex Fabrication

The marketing team was a huge asset to growing our company. With a website redesign, revisions to our web store, and assistance in market targeting/advertising we have seen a huge uptick in business.

Jay Garlington

Owner, Mayhem Motorsports

Wholesale & distribution

Working with the Cogent marketing team has been an incredible asset for our business. From start to finish, they delivered exceptional support in building a clean, professional website that truly reflects our brand and speaks directly to our audience.

Karyn Cox

Senior Naval Architect, Gilbert Associates Naval Architects and Engineers

Architecture & engineering

Our Cogent sales coach provided us with tools to track our bidding success and ideas to drive sales. He has even identified a member of our team who we believe will be able to fill the role of driving more sales.

Matthew T. Price

Owner, A&M Mechanical Services

We lacked a structured sales program to bring work through the door. With the guidance of Cogent marketing and business development staff, we are in the process of creating our first structured sales plan.

Patrick J. Fernan

President, Catalyst Construction

Cogent helped with mindset and communication by coaching sales leaders on identifying client problems and concentrating on delivering solutions rather than just satisfying a need by delivering a product. This change was key in winning several large contracts.

Chris Elberson

Principal, AIA, NCARB, Somdal Associates

Architecture & engineering

Before, we didn’t have real visibility into job costing, labor efficiency, or pipeline health. Now we track the right KPIs weekly and lead with data, not guesswork.

Ryne Wooden

President, Dries Plumbing

The biggest shifts are coming in how we measure and manage day-to-day performance. We’ve got real tools in place for pricing, inventory, and job costing. Instead of guessing or relying on gut feel, we’re looking at real numbers and making decisions with confidence. It’s changing how we price work and how we hold ourselves accountable.

Ben Dunning

President, Dunning Industries

Wholesale & distribution

Running a company day in and day out often leads to tunnel vision; Cogent Analytics was a valued partner in helping our team identify and address blind spots.

Blake Armstrong

Owner, Dehumidification Technologies

Financial management was a weak point for our company, and the tools developed especially for us will allow for better control over pricing and profitability in the future.

Hal Norris

President, ARC Medical

Their accounting review was impressive. Not only did they assess our financials, they also offered clear recommendations for turning our statements from a basic accounting tool into a more actionable resource for decision-making.

Kenny Brown

CEO, Dampp-Chaser

From the teaching sessions where we learned new skills and techniques to manage the business, to the plethora of bespoke financial and sales tools that were built specifically for us, we have nothing but the highest compliments for the Cogent Analytics team.

Jason Price

General Manager, Lumalier

I would recommend Cogent Analytics to any business owner who believes in themself but isn’t realizing the results they set out to accomplish.

Robert Burke, Jr.

President, Sobo Networks

We can now truly see where our greatest profit centers are and concentrate more on those sales opportunities.

Mike Wilson

Partner, National Technology Integrators

Our organizational communication and collaboration has noticeably improved.

Lori & Mark Veltri

Owners, Network Cabling Services

The decisions made are mine, the changes implemented are mine, and the direction set is mine – Cogent was the instrument.

Robert Boswell

CEO, Boswell Oil Company

Wholesale & distribution

Cogent's dedication and results-driven approach make them a valuable asset for any company looking to enhance their strategic alignment.

Evren Gurpinar

President, Patara Stone

Wholesale & distribution

If anyone were to ask, “Would we do this again, would we make the same choice and sign with Cogent?” The answer would be one million times over, “Yes!”

Courtney Dibeler

VP of Operations, K&D Factory Services

Wholesale & distribution

Cogent quickly identified issues with workflow as well as operational inefficiencies and provided options to leadership for correction and improvement.

Chris Elberson

Principal, AIA, NCARB, Somdal Associates

Architecture & engineering

Cogent’s expertise in strategic planning, financial management, and operational efficiency has been invaluable to our success. The implementation of their strategies has resulted in improvements in productivity, efficiency, and our ability to assess the current position of the business.

David Wendling

Principal, Studio Architecture

Architecture & engineering

If you’re looking for a partner who combines technical precision with real-world insight and fast execution, we recommend Cogent Analytics.

Kenny Brown

CEO, Dampp-Chaser

Partnering with Cogent was a great decision. We now have a clear, actionable roadmap to reach our goals. We’re no longer operating on gut instincts or guesswork – we’re leading with intention and strategy. Their commitment to our success is real – and we feel it.

Melinda Keway

President & Owner, Epic Machine, Inc.

What impressed me most was their ability to understand the nuances of our business and adjust their approach as we worked through transitions together.

Blaine Tooley

General Manager, Fencing Solutions & Construction

As a small family run business, we were looking for a partner that understood this dynamic and didn’t attempt to apply a “big business” corporate solution to our needs.

Jason Price

General Manager, Lumalier

What sets Cogent apart is the depth and breadth of their team. You benefit from a full network of specialists—marketing, finance, operations, etc.—all coordinated by a Project Director. They give thorough documentation, clear suggestions, and have multiple teams of experts to support your business.

Kenny Brown

CEO, Dampp-Chaser

Cogent has not only helped us redefine our future but also provided a framework for ongoing success, including quarterly follow-ups to ensure we stay on track with our long-term vision.

John McDaniel, AIA, NCAARB

Vice President / Principal, TRO | Jung Brannen

Architecture & engineering