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Corporate Growth Architect / Scaled from $0 to $500M, Led 1 IPO / Directed 35 M&As & 18 Exits / Ex-CEO/Founder Web.com, EVP & GM New Relic, VP Cox / Strategy & Peak Performance Expert / ICF & CEC Certified Executive Coach / Speaker / Board Member / Certified Facilitator

Achieving Operational Breakthroughs with Proven, Hands-On Tactics

Ken Gavranovic, the CEO of Actionable Growth Strategies and Product Genius Corporation , is renowned for his hands-on approach in transforming complex operations and catalyzing revenue growth within private equity, venture capital, and high-stakes corporate environments. With a proven track record in leading substantial operational changes, optimizing product and engineering cycles, and executing high-impact sales strategies, Ken partners with global companies both virtually and through on-site engagements, adapting to the unique needs of each client from multi-week or month on-site projects to regular Zoom consultations.

Unlocking Your Business's Full Potential
with Ken Gavranovic

At Actionable,we specialize in addressing the critical challenges that today’s executives, venture capital and private equity firms, product and engineering teams, and organizations face. Whether you need remote or on-site expertise, we provide hands-on solutions that optimize your business for maximum impact. Learn More.

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Our Core Services

Strategic
Guidance

For Executives
Empowering leaders and their teams to navigate transformative challenges and enhance their leadership effectiveness

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Portfolio Optimization

For Venture Capital, Private Equity, and Corporate Development
Maximizing portfolio value through strategic planning, operational excellence, and optimizing ROI on M&A transactions

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Innovation Acceleration

For Product &
Engineering Teams
Driving innovation, optimizing performance, and fostering cross-functional collaboration

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Tailored Retreat Facilitation

For Organizations
Strengthening team dynamics and leadership skills through expertly guided retreats

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Why Choose Actionable?

With decades of experience transforming companies from industry participants to market leaders, I bring a unique blend of strategic vision and practical execution. I have successfully led over 35 mergers, managed 28 M&A integrations, and guided 18+ successful exits. My approach ensures that every strategy is actionable and delivers measurable results.

How We Work

Hands-On Expertise: Whether remotely or on-site, I dive deep into your business to provide tailored solutions that drive growth and efficiency.
Strategic Execution: From strategic planning to operational excellence, I help you turn high-level visions into actionable plans.
Collaborative Synergy: Enhancing team performance and fostering environments that encourage collaboration and innovation.

Ready to Drive Change?

Engage with Ken today to harness the full potential of your operations.
Whether through strategic consultation or hands-on leadership, Ken is ready to help your business achieve extraordinary results.

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Business Breakthrough 3.0
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BUSINESS BREAKTHROUGH 3.0

Are You Ready to Fuel Engagement, Boost Loyalty, and Drive Lasting Change?

Ken’s new book, BUSINESS BREAKTHROUGH 3.0, written with Lee Atchison, is an accessible, no-nonsense guide for business transformation and sustainable change.

Ken draws on his decades of experience to provide a step-by-step methodology for clarifying how your company operates, while uncovering the entrenched patterns that are holding you back.

BUSINESS BREAKTHROUGH 3.0 helps you:

  • Establish a company mission, vision, and set of core values
  • Use a solid framework to organize company-wide decision-making
  • Measure and use data correctly
  • Optimize your organizational structure to drive results
  • Leverage a market growth strategy for sales success.

You’ll discover exactly what’s working and not working within your company, and learn how to fix it. Secure your organization’s future with Ken’s advice.

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What People Say About Working With Ken

"Ken is one of the best leaders that I’ve seen”
Dru Riley
Dru RileyFounder at Trends.vc
“We continue to benefit from the improved processes”
Kevin Murdock
Kevin MurdockPrincipal Engineer at DealerTrack
“One of the best approaches to ongoing communication and planning”
Sharon Kitzman
Sharon KitzmanPresident Dominion DMS at Dominion Dealer SolutionserTrack
“An expert in his field”
Matt Trapp
Matt TrappRegional President at Manheim
“Enabled us to deliver substantial results in short periods of time”
Dawn McGreevey
Dawn McGreeveyDirector of Marketing at CodeScienceanheim
“A very capable executive leader”
Steven Hatch
Steven HatchManager at Cox Automotive, Inc.
“Agitates for change where he sees a need”
Scott Rogers
Scott RogersTechnical Marketing Manager at VMware Tanzutive, Inc.
“Ken is one of the great leaders that I have had the pleasure of working with”
Jim Curtis
Jim CurtisHead of Sales - Americas at commercetools
“Ken is a passionate leader and problem solver”
Ed Smith
Ed SmithFormer CTO/CIO Anthem, Cox Automotive, Equifax
“Highly recommend Ken for any results based organization”
Joy Jackson
Joy Jackson
"I found Ken a masterful value and fantastic addition and leaned on him regularly for advice."
Tom Edwards
Tom EdwardsCEO
“I definitely benefited from things from in the "Ken playbook" I learned from you.”
Nadya Duke Boone
Nadya Duke BooneChief Product Officer
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