Revenue tells only part of the story. As companies grow, adding customers, products, or services doesn't always translate into greater profitability. The most successful founders know how to identify which parts of the business create lasting value, which quietly drain resources, and where to focus investments to maximize long-term growth.

The Nasdaq Center is excited to be joined by Erin Pelicano, Founder Advisor at The Venture Project and Entrepreneurial Leadership Strategist, for a strategic session designed for high-growth founders looking to build more profitable, resilient businesses. Rather than chasing top-line growth alone, participants will learn how to evaluate the true drivers of profitability across their business, uncover hidden inefficiencies, and make more informed decisions about where to invest time, capital, and talent.

Whether you're scaling operations, expanding your product portfolio, or preparing for your next stage of growth, this session will provide practical frameworks for improving profitability while strengthening the long-term health and value of your company.

Key Takeaways:

• Learn how to distinguish high-value products, services, customers, and business activities from those that consume resources without delivering meaningful returns.
• Discover how to recognize operational, financial, and strategic inefficiencies that quietly limit profitability as your business scales.
• Gain frameworks for prioritizing investments in the areas that generate the greatest long-term impact and sustainable growth.
• Walk away with practical tools for improving margins, strengthening decision-making, and creating a business designed for long-term value creation.