GradesFirst delivers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution to higher education institutions. The company’s comprehensive student support system empowers staff to identify and engage at-risk students while also measuring the effectiveness of retention efforts. Founded in 2006 by Mario Moore, GradesFirst grew up in the college athletics space and applied their expertise to successfully transition to serve…
The Founders team recently worked alongside their family, friends, and some students from Cornerstone to prepare the Cornerstone garden. Service is one of our company values; we strive to go the extra mile for our clients, co-workers, and community. It is more than ink on the wall or page in our handbook, it’s an esteemed…
By Madison Davis In founder or family-owned businesses, it is quite common for owners to run personal/non-company related revenue or expenses through the business or to expense certain items that would normally be capitalized. While these practices may come in handy during tax season, they can seriously impact a company’s valuation. If you are a business…
We are excited to announce that Wesley Legg, Founders’s Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer, was recently named one of the Birmingham Business Journal’s Top 40 Under 40. Wesley has had an interesting career path, and we are thankful that it lead him to Founders, where he is a key member of our leadership…
By: J. Wesley Legg A lot of emphasis is put on having the right strategy in business. Strategy is important, but I wonder if we spend too much time talking about vision and fresh ideas and not near enough time on good ole fashion execution. Sun Tzu, author of the Art of War wrote, “Weak…
By Chris Weingartner For many owners, deciding to sell their business is one of the biggest decisions they’ll make in their lifetime, and the company’s value represents the amassing of their life’s work. Successfully selling the business at a premium price is crucial for owners to finance their dreams or fund their retirement. Finding the…