Advanced Planning
Services
Clarity. Direction. Progress.

Good ideas deserve
a practical plan.

We help individuals and small businesses turn ideas into practical systems that support growth.

Illustrative consultant and business owner reviewing a plan together
Practical conversations. Clear next steps.

Business experience. Thoughtful strategy. Technology that works for you.

How we can help

Move forward with
the right support.

From your next business decision to the systems behind your work, APS helps you connect the plan with the practice.

01 /

Consulting
& Growth

Work with APS

Clarify your direction and build a practical path toward your goals.

  • One-on-one business consulting
  • Business and business-plan coaching
  • Strategic planning
  • Marketing models

Self-service products

Coming soon
Small Business Advisor

Plan your business, explore decisions, and connect your goals with the numbers.

Coming soon
Agency Advisor

Business planning and decision support tailored to agency owners.

02 /

Leadership
& Operations

Strengthen how your people lead, collaborate, and get work done.

  • Leadership training
  • Process improvement
  • Best practices
  • Standard work
04 /

Publishing

Ideas and practical knowledge, shared through APS publications.

Coming soon

A book by Dan Burgess

Think Like an Owner

Ideas to help business owners think more clearly, lead effectively, and build businesses that thrive beyond them.

Coming soon

The sequel

Execute Like an Owner

The next book in the owner’s journey. Currently in development.

Coming soon

APS Publishing

Write and edit your book with Ellis, your AI editor. Prepare your publishing files and get instructions for submitting through your chosen publisher.

About APS

Practical experience.
A forward-looking
approach.

APS brings 38 years of experience in business ownership, leadership, and consulting within the insurance and financial services industry.

APS combines that practical experience with technology and automation to help individuals and small businesses grow.

Your next step

Let’s talk about
what’s next for you.

Tell APS a little about your business, your idea, or the challenge you’re working through.