solve for (x) 500 West Madison Street, Chicago, IL 60661

"When we started Nicer Co, we wanted to create a Private Equity fund and brought on Stuart from Solve For (X). He built out the financials and led the process of drafting our PPM, Subscription and Operating Agreements in advance of our capital raising efforts. During the engagement, we spun up a digital agency subsidiary and Stuart also guided us through building our B2B sales funnel and 3rd party agreements. Having an operator who understands the strategy but has also been in the trenches made a huge difference for us."

"Stuart Bernstein from Solve for X crafted an exceptional financial model for our WithYou mobile platform. His attentive listening, thorough explanations, and seamless adaptation to our evolving needs were sincerely appreciated. Stuart's communication skills were top-notch, fostering a collaborative and productive atmosphere. His remarkable attention to detail ensured precision in every aspect of the project. Working with Stuart was a pleasure, and his expertise significantly contributed to the success of our venture. Highly recommend his services!"

"I hired Stuart to build a financial model for our cryptocurrency hedge fund. During the project I realized how much more we could leverage his and his company’s skillsets. He just gets business. As our CFO, he stood up our accounting and finance functions, led our hedge fund audits, built a compliance roadmap and investor data room, and along with our COO, drafted quarterly investor letters, dozens of pitch and sales decks, and optimized our reporting and marketing collateral. He worked as the tip of the spear leading customer, partner and investor negotiations at times, but was just as comfortable at the back of the house making sure the plane was being built in the air. He’s a strategist who gets #%@! done and he’ll make you laugh along the way."

"As a serial entrepreneur, my businesses demand robust strategy, precise financial planning, and efficient operational management. Stuart at Solve for X has been indispensable in these areas. Solve for X is my first call to get strategic input when considering a new venture. Stuart’s expertise in building viable business models and pressure-testing financials has consistently steered my businesses toward profitability and growth. Stuart’s approach is data-driven and results-oriented. He doesn’t just advise; he delves into the nuances of each business, ensuring every strategy is grounded in solid data and realistic projections. This rigorous analysis has been crucial in avoiding financial missteps and setting realistic growth targets. Under Stuart’s management, operational efficiency is another key to my business’s success. His oversight of back-office operations ensures smooth, error-free processes. His tactical decisions, informed by data and market trends, have repeatedly positioned my businesses favorably in competitive markets. In summary, Stuart’s role transcends that of a typical consultant; he is a strategic partner whose data-driven approach and tactical acumen have been fundamental in the success and growth of my businesses."