Think Strategically.

Operate Efficiently.

S&G is a business strategy firm that helps organizations strengthen their strategic and operational capabilities to maximize their ability to create sustainable value.

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Propelling organizations by developing their ability to create value.

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Strategic planning & growth strategy

We help you clarify your ambition, then prioritize and execute the initiatives that will have the greatest impact; based on the growth opportunities in your market and your internal drivers of performance.

Market intelligence & go-to-market strategy

We help you optimize your product trajectory and marketing strategy so as to take full advantage of your market’s dynamics and trends.

Organizational performance

We go to the heart of your decision-making processes, and look into the key indicators that guide your actions and the roles and responsibilities within your workforce, to help you rethink your organization and make it more efficient.

Governance

We support the CEO and the management team in developing content and dashboards to feed into Board discussions, and assist them in implementing good governance practices.

Investor support

We support private equity firms and their portfolio companies in identifying the factors that are essential to sustainable value creation, at every stage of the investment cycle.

At S&G, our goal is to help you build an ambitious and resilient organization, capable of withstanding adversity and creating lasting value.

Our thought process typically begins with a fundamental question:

where and how far do you want to go?

We support you in this work by helping you arrive at a lucid and comprehensive assessment of your internal and external context, by means of frank, constructive discussions. We help you think far enough ahead to test and push the boundaries of your ambitions, then bring those ideas to life by structuring effective execution plans. With humility and profound respect for your ideas, values and track record, we build relationships of trust with you and your teams.

Our approach

Some of our recent projects

Facilitated a strategic forum with the 80 leaders of a major Canadian organization got them aligned on the priorities of the next strategic plan in a context of unprecedented uncertainty.

Supported a professional services organization in articulating its vision and strategic priorities, and in developing presentations to the Board and employees.

Identified the growth pillars of a company undergoing a profound market transformation, and provided support in implementing the corresponding initiatives.

Helped articulate an organization’s vision and strategic priorities in the context of a takeover; and build the new executive structure.

Assisted an executive team in developing content destined for the newly-established Board of Directors.

Helped develop the strategic capabilities of the executive team of a philanthropic organization and provided support in drawing up action plans.

Helped develop and implement a post-acquisition integration strategy and growth plan for an organization in an industry impacted by the rise of artificial intelligence and increasingly international competition.

Clarified the roles and responsibilities of an organization’s various vice-presidencies following major organizational changes.

Identified the risks for an investment in the transport and logistics industry in a post-pandemic context.

Validated the international growth potential of a key recreational products supplier in an investment context.

Reviewed the market opportunities and go-to-market strategies on behalf of a technology player working in the natural resources optimization industry, a promising sector driven by recent public investments.

Articulated the strategic pillars (mission, purpose, vision, values) of an organization in the logistics industry in the context of a major global transformation.

Provided comprehensive strategic and operational support for a North American leader in the electrification of transportation at an important stage in its growth.

“S&G provides exceptional strategic support, with a pragmatic, structured and efficient approach.”

“S&G provides exceptional strategic support, with a pragmatic, structured and efficient approach. S&G also has highly specialized expertise and a wealth of experience from which we will benefit in the years to come. With S&G, we have found outstanding business partners.”

Simon Poitras, Vice-President Tact

“S&G has a unique ability to grasp complex strategic and commercial issues.”

“S&G has a unique ability to grasp complex strategic and business issues and identify opportunities for value creation, bringing a fresh, “outside the box” perspective. Their team is meticulous, efficient and easy to work with.”

Anne-Marie Piette, Investment Director and Partner, Noréa

“S&G’s forthright collaboration and tireless involvement are the essential pillars to our success.”

“S&G’s forthright collaboration and tireless involvement are the essential pillars that are gradually transforming our project into an outstanding collective success.”

Claude Auchu, ICD.D, Partner, CEO, LG2

“S&G has a unique ability to grasp complex strategic and commercial issues.”

“S&G brought clarity and concrete solutions to our organization. The process was impeccable and communication was fluid. It was a great pleasure working with the team, and we highly recommend them to anyone who needs to take a step back to see things more clearly.”

Charles Lespérance, CEO, Fabiano Cid, COO, OXO innovation

“S&G brings exceptional intellectual strength and doesn’t hesitate to challenge corporate conventions when needed.”

“S&G brings exceptional intellectual strength to the table and doesn’t hesitate to challenge corporate conventions in order to generate constructive and authentic thinking. The approach is sometimes uncomfortable, but highly effective.”

Daniel Oliver, Director, Business Intelligence and Innovation, Port of Montreal

“S&G’s effectiveness is impressive.”

“S&G stands out for the clarity of their vision, their structured methodology and their ability not only to provide advice, but also to actively participate in the development of our strategic plan. Their effectiveness is impressive.”

Martin Carrier, CEO, Smartrek technologies

“Working with S&G means creating in a judgment-free zone, focused on a sustainable perspective based on innovation.”

“Working with S&G means creating in a judgment-free zone, focused on a sustainable perspective based on innovation. This has enabled us, as a foundation, to open up our philanthropic horizons and reach out to our wider communities.”

Julie Desharnais, MBA, CEO, Maisonneuve Rosemont Hospital Foundation

At S&G, our mission is to make organizations resilient so that they can create sustainable value, by helping them to think strategically and operate efficiently.

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Think Strategically. Operate Efficiently.