Stu Minshew

About Stu Minshew

Everyone wants to make a lasting impact. Organizations are no different because they are made up of individuals who want to leave a positive imprint on peoples’ lives. To accomplish this, they must create products, services, ministries, & business models that engage, inform, surprise, delight, & impact the people they serve. But for lasting impact to take place, they also must be sustainable. I bridge that gap between delighting clients and sustainability. I help business & nonprofits create, refine, & launch sustainable products, services, ministries, & business models that delight their clients. Currently, I am the co-founder of Living Stones Solutions, where I’ve collaborated with a wide range of organizations from small local nonprofits to multinational organizations. My specialties include human-centered design thinking, agile methodology, strategic & operational planning, budgeting & financial analysis, startups, social impact, & leading cross-functional & cross-cultural teams. Over the last 16 years, I’ve- Started businesses in the United States and East Africa - Successfully exited a business in 2013 - Facilitated programs for over professionals - Equipped organizations in operations, finance, leadership development, and teamwork, impacting revenue gains up to $16.6 million What people are saying: “Stu understands the struggles faced by entrepreneurs on a daily basis. He gives you the tools and resources to get unstuck and begin to flourish in your own business. And he truly cares about seeing you and your business thrive.” Ryan Crozier, Agency Boon & Good Bureau \"I can personally vouch for Stu’s expertise, care, and excellence in supporting and coaching entrepreneurs. If you have the privilege to walk with him in a coaching capacity, then it could change your life.\"- Aaron Mason, Next Door Photos “Stu helps you to live out the entrepreneurial journey you are on in a healthy & sustainable way.” Will Joseph, Good Startups \"Stu\'s insight and guidance have been incredibly valuable to me as a new entrepreneur. His knowledge and experience empowered me to make informed decisions about my company. I highly recommend that you connect with Stu!\"- Rachel McCrickard, Motivo “Stu Minshew is a gifted facilitator who uses his experience as an entrepreneur to train others on how to get the most out of their ideas. His natural inclination towards innovation and his understanding of design thinking tools allows him to breathe new life into others passions and goals.” - Jonathan Ingraham, Chattanooga Faith+Work+Culture

Experience

1. Chief Financial Officer

   Utilisouth Inc

   Aug 2021 — Present · Chattanooga, TN, US

   Utilisouth Inc. is a premier utilities construction company primarily focused on deploying fiberoptic cable throughout the United States- Built an operational and financial model using our five-year strategic plan as part of the executive team- Developed a plan to create “good jobs” for all employees by offering higher wages and a better benefits package- Implemented and leveraged new accounting software to significantly improve revenue/expense tracking and job costing.

Education

• Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business

  Master of Business Administration (MBA), Concentration: Strategy, Entrepreneurship, & Organizational Behavior

  2011 — 2013

• Berry College

  Bachelors of Science, Sociology & Family Studies

  2002 — 2004

• Darlington School

  High School

  2000