Out-of-Court vs. Court Restructuring

When a company faces severe financial difficulties, the path to recovery can seem daunting. Deciding between an out-of-court restructuring and court protection is a crucial...

August 7, 2024 Read More

5 Key Traits to Look for in a Financial Advisor

Choosing the right financial advisor is a decision that carries significant weight. Many businesses have felt the strain of financial stress, whether due to unexpected...

July 24, 2024 Read More

Know What You Have Before Getting What You Want

For most business owners, it’s far more exciting to dream about “the next big idea” than to tackle their current challenges. This mindset often extends...

July 10, 2024 Read More

The DWH Business Assessment Tool Explained

At DWH, we believe that informed decision-making is the cornerstone of business success. Our comprehensive business assessment process is one of our most effective tools...

June 26, 2024 Read More

A Case Study in Future-Proofing a Local Health Facility

The Situation: A community mental and behavioral health facility has been providing a wide range of residential care, counseling, and other community health services for...

May 9, 2024 Read More

A Case Study in Ensuring Financial Resilience

The Situation: A Michigan-based manufacturing company specializing in assembling products in the industrial, automotive, office furniture, and commercial appliance industries is known for delivering precision-engineered...

April 16, 2024 Read More

Managing Cash Flow Amidst Disruptions

Disruptions can happen to a business at any given time, which can turn business operations upside down. One type of business disruption is when one...

December 12, 2023 Read More

Meet Our Newest Team Members

Lyndon Grooters | DWH Senior Financial Analyst For most of his career, Lyndon has focused on costing, pricing, and analytics in manufacturing and family-owned settings....

December 6, 2023 Read More

Promoting Cultural Diversity During Native American Heritage Month

November is Native American Heritage Month, which was created in 1990 through a presidential proclamation and has continued to be observed ever since. The month...

November 7, 2023 Read More

A Case Study in Cultivating an Entrepreneurial Culture

The Situation: DWH partnered with the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi (NHBP), a federally recognized tribe in western Michigan, to cultivate an entrepreneurial culture...

October 9, 2023 Read More

The 2023 Outlook + Strengthening Your Business

Recession is on everyone’s mind these days. The current economic climate, characterized by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, inflationary pressures, supply chain disruptions, and general economic...

March 1, 2023 Read More

Strategic Planning for Tribes

Strategic planning can be a vital process for tribal nations seeking to achieve economic self-sufficiency and long-term sustainable growth. The practice is utilized as a...

October 19, 2022 Read More

A Case Study In Succession Planning

Overview: The company was founded in the 1940s becoming one of the premiere mold-making facilities in the United States.  Eventually, they offered complete injection molding...

September 7, 2022 Read More

Leading with Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Successful leaders are undertaking initiatives to address Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within their organization to assess company culture, structures, practices, and policies – in...

August 10, 2022 Read More

Meet Our Newest Team Members

Don Lyons | DWH Director Don has over 15 years of experience in project management, executive coaching, organizational development, strategic planning, business development, research and...

August 3, 2022 Read More

Build Your “A” Team for a Successful Transition

The transition of company ownership, whether internal or external, is a complex process. At DWH, we often work closely with business owners who are contemplating...

July 20, 2022 Read More

The Importance of Due Diligence for Tribal EDC’s

As more Tribal Nations use Economic Development Corporations (“EDC’s”) to take on larger and more robust investments, it is essential to develop an equally robust...

July 6, 2022 Read More

Achieving Workplace Stability with Interim Leadership

Turnover happens – even at the executive level. Whether the company will be significantly impacted depends on how it reacts and adapts. It should be...

May 19, 2022 Read More

A Case Study In Bankruptcy

Thank you to the Detroit Chapter of the Turnaround Management Association for honoring DWH with the 2021 Small Company Turnaround Award for our work on Miller Tool...

May 11, 2022 Read More

Create a Turnaround Plan in 4 Steps

No company is without its challenges. In moments of distress, however, the need for serious change can be vital. This is where a turnaround plan...

April 20, 2022 Read More

Understanding Your Cash Conversion Cycle

CCC: What Is It? The Cash Conversion Cycle (“CCC”) is an important metric used to determine the number of days it takes a company to...

April 6, 2022 Read More

Stories from a Financial Advisor

For many people, the idea of hiring an advisor can feel intrusive, threatening, costly, or even downright unnecessary at times. As long-time advisors at DWH,...

March 30, 2022 Read More

Succession Planning: Preserving Company Legacy

Determining when and how to transition leadership or ownership to family or employees is vital to preserving a company’s value, legacy, and continuing success. Yet,...

February 23, 2022 Read More

How to Preserve and Improve Liquidity

When it comes to maximizing the value of your business, it’s best to focus resources and energy on improving cash flows and managing risks. The...

February 9, 2022 Read More

DWH Announces Several Leadership Appointments; Sets Course for Growth In...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Jan. 18, 2022) — DWH, a leading business consulting and financial services firm based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, today announced several key...

January 19, 2022 Read More

DWH Facilitates a Unique Acquisition for Two Midwest Tribes

In a first-of-its-kind collaboration in Michigan, two Tribally-owned economic development companies have partnered to acquire a pair of operating companies. Waséyabek Development Company and Gun...

October 29, 2021 Read More

Know What You Have Before Getting to What You Want

For most business owners, it is more exciting to think about “the next big idea” than to toil through fixing the current state of the...

September 15, 2021 Read More

5 Qualities to Look for When Choosing a Financial Advisor

Over the past 18 months, many businesses have experienced financial stress.  This may be due to COVID-related slow-downs or shut-downs, supply chain disruptions, or even...

August 17, 2021 Read More

Couches, Golf, and the Value of an Outside Perspective

“I’ve been in this business for 40 years. No one can tell me anything I don’t already know.” “I don’t want someone I just met...

August 11, 2021 Read More

Understanding Your Cash Conversion Cycle

CCC: What is it? The Cash Conversion Cycle (“CCC”) is an important metric used to determine the number of days it takes a company to...

June 1, 2021 Read More

DWH Partners with JACO Advisory Group

As of May 17, 2021, DWH and Ohio-based JACO Advisory Group have formed a strategic partnership to provide growth and transition services. Both companies remain...

May 17, 2021 Read More

Five Ways Attorneys Help Business Owners Through a Sale

DWH and Adamy Valuation began a series called “Tactical Tuesdays” in 2020 in response to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our clients and...

April 27, 2021 Read More

Should You Establish an ESOP at Your Company?

Exit Planning Series Should You Establish an ESOP at Your Company?   DWH and Adamy Valuation began a series called “Tactical Tuesdays” in 2020 in...

April 20, 2021 Read More

Exit Options for Business Owners

Exit Planning Series Exit Options for Business Owners   DWH and Adamy Valuation began a series called “Tactical Tuesdays” in 2020 in response to the...

April 13, 2021 Read More

Proactive Estate Planning When Preparing a Business for Sale

Exit Planning Series Proactive Estate Planning When Preparing a Business for Sale   DWH and Adamy Valuation began a series called “Tactical Tuesdays” in 2020...

April 6, 2021 Read More

Preparing for the Future: Understanding the Value of Your Business

Exit Planning Series Preparing for the Future: Understanding the Value of your Business   DWH and Adamy Valuation began a series called “Tactical Tuesdays” in...

March 30, 2021 Read More

Are you Ready to Make an Ownership Transition?

Exit Planning Series Are you Ready to Make and Ownership Transition? DWH and Adamy Valuation began a series called “Tactical Tuesdays” in 2020 in response...

March 22, 2021 Read More

DWH Business Assessment Tool Explained

One of DWH’s most powerful tools is the business assessment.  We are asked about the assessment process and why we recommend it, so here is...

February 16, 2021 Read More

How to Engage a Key Stakeholder: Your Bank

Do you know how to engage and communicate with one of your company’s key stakeholders – your bank? We sat down with Jim Robinson, President...

September 15, 2020 Read More

Blind Spots – Is My Company In Trouble?

Is your company in trouble? How can you tell? It may seem obvious, but even if you own the company, it can be difficult to...

September 10, 2020 Read More

Business Resiliency Through Scenario Planning

Uncertainty surrounding the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the shape of the economic recovery has made it impossible for small and middle-market business leaders...

July 7, 2020 Read More

Mitigating Risk During the Re-Opening Process

A Question and Answer with OVD Insurance As many businesses have begun going through the process of bringing people back into their places of employment,...

June 24, 2020 Read More

Leadership Characteristics in Successful CFO’s

In this environment of tightening liquidity, increasing leverage, and high-risk performance, is your CFO up to the challenge? Weak operations in finance can pose legal...

June 11, 2020 Read More

Effective Leadership In a Crisis

Leading in a crisis can make you question everything you know about leadership. You will need to think and act in ways that are unfamiliar...

May 15, 2020 Read More

Preserving and Improving Liquidity During a Crisis

Maximizing the value of a business means focusing resources and energy on maximizing cash flows (improving liquidity) and managing risks.  In the age of COVID-19,...

April 30, 2020 Read More

Tips For Re-Opening Your Business

Shelter-in-Place, Stay-at-Home, Essential Workers vs Non-Essential Workers – words which strike fear in the heart of any business owner as you watch your business grind...

April 28, 2020 Read More

Connecting in the Age of COVID-19

“Dear prospect, I just wanted to let you know I’m thinking of you.” You’ve only just met once at a conference. A follow-up meeting was...

April 27, 2020 Read More

PPP Forgiveness Discussion with Barnes & Thornburg

DWH has worked successfully to qualify clients to receive Paycheck Protection Program Loans from the SBA.  Now that many have received the loan proceeds, we...

April 22, 2020 Read More

Tribal COVID—19 Advice: Surviving and Thriving the Downturn

Like any government, a tribal government’s sole purpose is to provide essential services to its members to ensure the preservation of their way of life. ...

April 15, 2020 Read More

COVID-19 Employment Law Discussion with Barnes & Thornburg

Nearly four weeks ago, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act was passed. Questions remain despite guidance from the Department of Labor: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pandemic/ffcra-questions and https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/ffcra.  DWH...

April 10, 2020 Read More

PPP Loan Forgiveness Calculator – SBA Lending

Please provide your name and email below to download the DWH PPP Loan Forgiveness Calculator. The excel spreadsheet was built to help businesses manage through...

April 9, 2020 Read More

COVID-19 Advice- Banking Relationship

Practical Advice for Communicating with Your Bank During a Crisis As a follow-up to our communication on practical considerations regarding COVID-19 (https://dwhcorp.com/covid-19-advice/), we thought it...

April 1, 2020 Read More

COVID-19 Advice

Practical Considerations Regarding COVID-19 and Your Company The impact of COVID-19 on businesses remains uncertain, and relevant information continues to evolve daily.  Health, safety, legal...

March 18, 2020 Read More

The Importance of Strong Due Diligence in Tribal Acquisitions

As more Tribal Nations use Economic Development Corporations (“EDC’s”) to take on larger and more sophisticated investments, it is necessary to develop an equally sophisticated...

October 2, 2019 Read More

The Importance of Transition Before Transaction in a Family Business

A transition is defined by Dictionary.com as “the process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another.” When most family business...

June 26, 2019 Read More

Recognizing the Need for a Chief Financial Officer

Knowing the role of a Controller vs. a CFO Controllers primarily focus on reporting and compliance in the finance and accounting areas. They manage and...

June 7, 2019 Read More

Committing to Community

Over the past few weeks, DWH Director Jeremy Cosby completed “Committing to Community: Nonprofit Board Training.” This program was put on by the Association for...

May 29, 2019 Read More

How to Not Fail at Conducting Interviews

Interviewing potential employees can be a long process, but it doesn’t need to be arduous. To ensure a successful outcome, establish a plan for the...

May 13, 2019 Read More

Evaluating Economic Development Opportunities in Indian Country

Last week, DWH traveled to Portland, Oregon to attend the 37th Annual Native American Finance Officers Association (NAFOA) Conference. The NAFOA conference provides attendees with...

April 25, 2019 Read More

DWH Celebrates Growth and Expansion

With our first-ever female CEO at the helm, DWH has a lot to celebrate. After nearly 13 years of advisory and support to local businesses...

April 8, 2019 Read More

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When it comes to development, strategy is everything. As we work specifically in the tribal space, a lot of our focus is not only on the transaction, but perhaps more importantly, the transition. After you bring in all these investments, how are you going to manage them? You know where you are. You know where you want to go. Now the question is, how are you going to get there? Take a listen as our experts share their insights on what economic development means at DWH.

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