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Business Consulting | Pittsburgh, PA
Build Structure That Scales Your Business
Elixir Consulting Group helps business owners replace chaos with systems. We install the operations, sales processes, and leadership cadence that produce consistent execution and measurable growth.
Book a Consult Call (412) 387-7656150+Businesses Served
92%Client Retention
40%Avg. Efficiency Gain
5xAvg. ROI on Engagement
What We Do
Practical Systems for Real Business Problems
Most companies do not fail because they lack ideas. They stall because the business is held together by memory, hero effort, and constant improvising. We replace chaos with systems.
Operations & Systems
Process mapping, SOPs, workflow cleanup, role clarity, and weekly operating cadence that keeps execution consistent.
Learn more →Sales & Revenue Systems
Pipeline structure, follow-up standards, CRM configuration, and sales process that your team can run without guessing.
Learn more →AI & Digital Transformation
Evaluate and implement AI tools, automate workflows, and adopt technology that improves efficiency without disruption.
Learn more →Leadership & Accountability
Weekly leadership rhythms, scorecards, owner-level visibility, and accountability structures that produce decisions.
Learn more →Business Strategy
Strategic planning, growth roadmaps, competitive positioning, and execution frameworks that turn strategy into results.
Learn more →Growth & Scaling
Build the foundation to scale from $1M to $10M and beyond. Systems, team development, and infrastructure for sustainable growth.
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Proof
What Changes When the Systems Go In
Four documented engagements. Details are generalized to protect client confidentiality; the numbers are not.
40%Fewer delivery delays
Manufacturing →
Manufacturing →
2xClose rate
Professional Services →
Professional Services →
70%Fewer handoff errors
Construction →
Construction →
35%Higher satisfaction
Healthcare →
Healthcare →
How We Work
Implementation Is the Product
Most consulting engagements end at the recommendation. Ours starts there. We map how work actually moves through your business, design the systems with your leadership team, then sit in the room while they get adopted and fix what does not survive contact with reality.
Engagements run roughly 90 days to six months and end when your team runs the cadence without us.
See the Full Process01
Consult
An honest read on whether we are the right partner, including when the answer is no.
02
Structured Assessment
We map what actually happens, not what the org chart says should.
03
Design
Cadence, scorecards, and ownership built with your team, not for them.
04
Implementation
We run the first cycles alongside your people and adjust while adjustment is cheap.
Industries
Sector Context, Not Generic Advice
The frameworks transfer between industries because the constraints are structural. The context does not, which is why each sector gets its own page.
Professional Services
Consulting firms, agencies, law offices, and accounting practices that need...
Construction & Trades
General contractors, specialty trades, and construction companies that need...
Healthcare
Medical practices, dental offices, therapy clinics, and healthcare organizations...
Manufacturing
Production facilities and manufacturers that need process optimization, quality...
Technology
Software companies, IT services, and tech startups that need scalable operations...
Real Estate
Brokerages, property managers, and real estate investors that need deal flow...
Retail & E-Commerce
Brick-and-mortar retailers and online sellers that need inventory management...
Financial Services
Wealth management firms, insurance agencies, and financial planners that need...
About the Founder
Dr. Connor Robertson
Dr. Connor Robertson is the founder and lead consultant at Elixir Consulting Group. With extensive experience in business strategy, operational growth, and organizational development, Dr. Robertson helps businesses identify opportunities, improve performance, and achieve sustainable success.
Through hands-on implementation and structured frameworks, he works directly with owners and leadership teams to install the systems that produce real results.
Learn More About Dr. Robertson
Dr. Connor Robertson
Founder & Lead Consultant
Specializing in business strategy, operations, AI consulting, and organizational development.
Resources
Books by Dr. Connor Robertson
Practical guides on business acquisitions, wealth building, and operational strategy. Each book distills the frameworks and systems Dr. Robertson uses with consulting clients into actionable playbooks.
Creative Acquisitions
The playbook for modern dealmakers. How to buy real businesses using flexible, creative, and durable acquisition strategies.
Buying Wealth
A straightforward guide to ownership and practical wealth-building through asset acquisition, disciplined leverage, and systematic growth.
The 7 Minute Phone Call
How to restart stalled conversations and move deals forward faster. A practical guide to building trust through short, structured calls.
Buy The Building, Keep The Profits
Why the real money is in owning the real estate your company occupies, and how to structure the deal.
PadSplit Playbook
Scaling affordable housing through shared living. A practical guide for property owners and operators.
Built to Run
Build systems and processes that let your business operate without constant owner involvement. The framework for owner-independent operations.
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Testimonials
What Our Clients Say
"Partnering with Elixir Consulting Group was a turning point for our company. They introduced clear workflows and accountability structures that immediately reduced confusion and improved our delivery timelines."
Operations Director
"Elixir helped us completely rebuild our sales process. Pipeline visibility went from guesswork to structured weekly reviews, and our close rate improved within the first quarter."
VP of Sales
"Our experience with Elixir exceeded expectations. They implemented systems that broke down silos between departments and gave our leadership team real visibility into what was working and what was not."
Founder & Managing Partner
"Working with Elixir reshaped our business foundation. Their approach simplified our operations without stripping away what made us unique. We now run on a weekly cadence that keeps everyone aligned."
President
"Choosing Elixir was one of our best decisions. They delivered structured systems for onboarding, client communication, and internal reporting that our team adopted quickly and still uses daily."
COO
"Working with Elixir completely changed how we run our business. Their systems created predictability where there was chaos and gave me the ability to step back from day-to-day firefighting."
CEO
How We Work
A Proven Process for Business Improvement
01
Book a Consult
Understand your business, current constraints, and priorities.
02
Structured Assessment
Deep dive into operations, sales, leadership cadence, and team structure.
03
Implementation
Build and install the systems your business needs alongside your team.
04
Ongoing Support
Maintain, refine, and improve execution week to week.
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Where We Work
Pittsburgh Based. Nationwide Reach.
Our office is at 429 Fourth Ave. Suite 300, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Roughly half of our clients are outside the region, working with us through a structured virtual process that produces the same outcomes.
Questions
Common Questions
Straight answers to what business owners ask before booking a consult.
What types of businesses does Elixir Consulting Group work with?
We work with small to mid-sized businesses, typically between $1M and $30M in revenue, across a wide range of industries. Our clients tend to be owner-operated or have small leadership teams that are ready to install more structure and improve execution.
How is Elixir different from other consulting firms?
We focus on implementation, not just strategy. Many firms deliver a report and move on. We work alongside your team to build and install the systems, then stay involved to make sure they stick. Our goal is to leave your business running better, not just give you a binder.
What does the initial engagement look like?
Every engagement starts with a consult where we learn about your business, goals, and current constraints. From there, we conduct a structured assessment to identify the highest-impact changes. Then we move into implementation where we build the systems with you.
How much does it cost to work with Elixir Consulting Group?
Pricing depends on the scope of the engagement and the size of your business. We offer both project-based and retainer-based arrangements. The first step is a consult where we determine if there is a fit before discussing pricing.
What results can I expect?
Clients typically see improved operational consistency, better sales follow-through, clearer accountability across their teams, and reduced stress for the owner. Specific outcomes depend on where your business is starting from and which systems we install.
How do I get started?
The first step is to book a consult. You can do that through our contact page or by reaching out directly. During the consult, we will discuss your business and determine if there is a fit for an engagement.