Playbooks don’t build companies. We do.
Bringing you the full perspective to deliver outcomes.
You don’t need another strategy framework. You need a partner who’s been there before. We are 100+ proven operators with decades of shared experience. We are the founders who built from zero. The C-suite leaders who scaled through complexity. The investors who backed winners. The operators who delivered results. We’ve disrupted entire industries and built lasting success at the world’s most demanding companies.
We are 123G.
Trust in People. Speed in Action. Outcomes that Matter.
Our shared history lets us cut through noise and move fast on what matters. We tie every action to measurable results by linking strategy to execution. No egos. No wasted motion. Just operators you can trust, delivering outcomes that last.
Trust
We build relationships based on authenticity, transparency, credibility and respect for each other.
Speed
Growth doesn’t wait. We cut through noise, prioritize what matters, and deliver momentum fast.
Outcomes
We tie everything to measurable outcomes, delivering uncommon results your competitors only dream of.
Experience Backed Execution.
123G brings a rare network of leaders who have built, led, and scaled businesses from high-velocity startups to Fortune 500 powerhouses. We bring unmatched depth of knowledge across industries, markets, and business problems.Turning your aspirations into measurable results.
Meet the Elite Network of Operators
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A highly accomplished public and private company leader passionate about driving disruption, growth, and operational excellence. With a track record that includes serving as CEO of Constant Contact post-acquisition and COO of Volante Technologies, I specialize in building "foundational" companies and guiding them through transformative growth. I have extensive experience as a board member for both private and public companies, including Penumbra and Impel, and have successfully led strategic initiatives that resulted in a $1.1 billion acquisition. My expertise spans corporate development, finance, and operations, with a focus on FinTech, HealthTech, and SMBs.
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Tony works in a variety of strategy, finance, operations and analytics roles helping B2B SaaS founders, investors and executives achieve their aspirations. He has held Chief of Staff roles at Constant Contact, Privy and Volante Technologies, where he helped position the companies for successful exits and capital raises. Tony also works as a Mentor at Techstars advising founders as they build their ideas into successful businesses.
A graduate of Harvard College, Tony enjoys spending time with his friends & family, traveling, playing in the band and going from zero to one.
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A dynamic product and technology leader with a record of building high-performing teams and driving results across both venture-backed startups and multi-billion dollar public companies. I am an expert in SaaS, Agile software engineering, and lean innovation models, with deep domain expertise in eCommerce, logistics, and both B2C and B2B business models. As a proven executive and board member, I excel at leading teams, defining product strategy, and transforming business visions into reality.
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For over 25 years, I have driven innovation and growth in the fintech sector, leading transformative initiatives in payments technology, cloud architecture, and Agile product development. As a seasoned executive, I have scaled global teams, managed multimillion-dollar P&L portfolios, and delivered cutting-edge solutions that drove customer retention and revenue growth. My career spans leadership roles at organizations like Volante Technologies, Visa Payments Limited (part of Visa Inc.), and Finastra, where I spearheaded advancements in payments modernization and operational excellence.
At Volante Technologies, I led a 600-person global team to build a multi-tenant, multi-rail payments engine, achieving 80% year-over-year revenue growth and a massive increase in platform capabilities. By transitioning operations to the Scaled Agile Framework, I delivered 22 live implementations in 2022, solidifying client trust in Tier 1 markets. At Visa Payments Limited, I managed a $100M integration budget during its acquisition by Visa Inc., enhancing transaction throughput and cybersecurity compliance while achieving 10% month-over-month transaction growth. My earlier rolesat Finastra and CGI saw me drive record sales, reduce costs by 15-20%, and modernize payment systems with cloud and API-driven architectures.
As Founding Head of Fintech Vertical at 123G LLC, I scaled a client base from zero to seven in under a year, advising on cloud infrastructure, product strategy, engineering and capital raises. These experiences have honed my ability to navigate complex, high-growth environments, aligning technology with business strategy to deliver measurable impact.
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Results-driven professional with a proven track record in business transformation and strategic operations. As an Operating Advisor at 123G LLC, I leverage my extensive experience to guide companies through complex challenges. My background includes over four years at Volante Technologies, where I led business transformation initiatives from Director to VP, and more than seven years at Constant Contact, culminating in my role as Director of Transformation. I specialize in optimizing processes, driving operational efficiency, and aligning strategy to achieve key business goals.
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Senior CRO executive with 20+ years of GTM sales, business development, partnerships / client relationship management with broad financial services experience in global payment processing, alternative & real time payments, SaaS payment hub & card issuing platforms. Extensive knowledge of integrated Fintech partnerships as well as Omni-Channel payment optimization.
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Highly-accomplished senior communications leader with 20+ years of experience driving revenue growth and strengthening brand reputation through strategic, integrated storytelling. Proven expertise in navigating complex global organizations across diverse industries, earning executive trust, and leading high-performance teams. A crisis management expert recognized for renewing investor and stakeholder engagement and fostering a culture of shared success.
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I bring an irrational work ethic to human-centric coaching & growth leadership, focused on revenue tech, AI Native consulting, salesforce, private equity and banking payments. Active Miami based networker in AI and the agentic economy, Salesforce, crypto, fintech and banking ecosystems.
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An accomplished coach and advisor, I help startup founders and emerging leaders navigate high-growth and disruption to achieve breakthrough performance. My professional mission is to unlock the potential of people and organizations by focusing on authentic leadership, powerful engagement, and clear communication.
As the founder of LeadersInVision, I partner with companies to turn vision into action through tailored coaching, mentoring, and organizational development programs. My approach is both data-driven and practical, providing actionable frameworks for building high-performance teams and fostering a culture of success.
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Rich is a management consultant with a career dedicated to helping organizations achieve their strategic and marketing goals. His expertise, honed over years of executive leadership and a diverse professional background, is centered on providing actionable, data-driven solutions that drive growth and market leadership.
Rich's professional journey includes holding key roles as an Executive Vice President at Glendinning Associates and a Brand Manager at Procter & Gamble. He has also served on numerous boards of directors and advisory boards, bringing a wealth of strategic and governance experience to his practice.
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Melissa Jefferson Burns is a seasoned professional with deep expertise in enterprise sales and strategic account management, particularly within the financial services and technology sectors. In her role as Sales Director at Volante Technologies, she focuses on empowering global financial institutions to modernize their systems and accelerate digital transformation. Throughout her career at companies like IBM and Bluewolf, Melissa has demonstrated a strong aptitude for building and managing strategic relationships, consistently delivering on business development and client engagement goals. Her ability to navigate complex markets and drive growth makes her a valuable partner for any organization seeking to evolve its business.
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Matt combines a strategic mind with a unique, people-first approach to solving operational problems. He specializes in fintech product development, where he previously served as the Head of Product at Evolve Bank & Trust, designing and delivering cutting-edge software solutions. He is a hands-on leader who understands that successful outcomes aren't just about the technology, but about the team building it. With a bachelor's degree in psychology, Matt leverages a deep understanding of human behavior to enhance team communication and guide projects to completion. He is the kind of operator who doesn't just provide a solution; he gets in the trenches to ensure it's delivered flawlessly.
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Linking Strategies to Outcomes.
We bring you the full perspective for growth.
From demand to disruption, we do not believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Every business challenge is unique, our network allows us to build a dedicated team specific to your business needs, combining deep expertise across industries and business functions to deliver outcomes that exceed expectations.
We work with growth companies and divisions where things move fast and clarity is critical. We cut through the noise, focus on what matters, and deliver results.
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