GUIDING SERVICE BUSINESSES TO
PREDICTABLE PROFIT.
Executive-Level Strategy Rooted in Faith & Integrity.
We provide high-ROI operational systems for local service business leaders who are ready to scale with confidence. Our Strategic Stewardship model ensures your growth is not only profitable but built on an unshakeable foundation of financial integrity.
About
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP & STRATEGIC STEWARDSHIP
Based in Havelock, North Carolina, we proudly serve local service business leaders and faith-driven entrepreneurs across the United States. At ThynkGrow Strategic Stewardship, we leverage 30 years of executive experience to build lasting partnerships. We go beyond simple numbers to implement operational systems and strategic financial oversight that bring clarity, confidence, and predictable growth—no matter where you are
I was completely overwhelmed. My books were a mess, and I was falling behind on taxes and vital financial obligations. Toby didn't just 'do the bookkeeping'—he implemented a full Operational Strategy Audit. He gave me strategic control over my finances and built the clean systems that let me finally get ahead. It's the difference between having a bookkeeper and having a Chief Operational Strategist.
The Classic Kitchen, LLC
Testimonials
What are clients are saying!
I am so grateful for Toby's Strategic Stewardship. He didn't just take over the bookkeeping; he built a resilient operational system that eliminated all the financial stress. I now have the clarity and peace of mind to fully focus on scaling my business.
Piper & Olive LLC
Services
STRATEGY & OPERATIONAL SYSTEMS / Our Three Pillars of Predictable Growth
Pillar 1: LEAD-TO-CASH AUTOMATION & FINANCIAL INTEGRITY
We stop revenue loss before it starts. This pillar deploys your Lead-to-Cash Automation System (GHL), ensuring zero missed leads are converted into booked revenue. It also establishes the QBO financial integrity required for accurate job costing and all future strategic decisions. This is the unshakeable foundation for growth.
Pillar 2: PREDICTABLE CASH FLOW & STRATEGIC REPORTING
Chaos cannot scale. This pillar converts messy data into clear, forward-looking strategy. We deliver monthly Financial Performance Reviews (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) and Quarterly Forecasting. This gives you the control to make confident hiring decisions, manage job costs, and ensure your money is used for Strategic Stewardship—not just survival.
Pillar 3: OPERATIONAL OVERSIGHT & GROWTH STRATEGY
Stop being bogged down by the daily grind. This is your access to 30 years of executive business wisdom. We provide annual operational planning, pricing analysis, and guidance on capital expenditures (large purchases or financing). This high-level partnership gives you the operational freedom to scale while maintaining Stewardship at the Core.
FAQS
What is the difference between a Bookkeeper and a Strategic Partner?
Answer: A bookkeeper records the past. We provide Strategic Oversight—using clean data to forecast the future, design systems, and guide major decisions (COO/CFO function)
What is the ROI on your Operational Strategy Audit?
Answer: The $1,500 setup fee is an investment designed to permanently plug revenue leaks (GHL automation) and prevent costly operational mistakes. It pays for itself by capturing just one missed job.
Who is the ideal client for Strategic Stewardship?
Answer: High-growth local service businesses (Plumbing, HVAC, Remodeling, etc.) that are doing over $500K in revenue and are struggling with chaos, scaling, and cash flow predictability.
How do you guarantee financial integrity and system stability?
Answer: We build resilient Operational Systems. We manage the QBO foundation to ensure data is clean for strategy, and we maintain the Lead-to-Cash automation to ensure continuous revenue capture.
What exactly is included in the one-time Setup Fee?
Answer: The fee covers the executive time to audit your finances, clean the QBO structure for job costing, and deploy your personalized Lead-to-Cash Automation System.
What Executive Experience do you bring to my business?
Answer: My primary qualification is 30 years of business ownership (scaling a brand to over $1M in the first year) plus 20 years of Strategic Stewardship counsel. This is executive wisdom, not just certification.
Our Team
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP & STRATEGIC OVERSIGHT
Toby Carnes
My life's work is driven by a deep commitment to Strategic Stewardship and operational excellence. After 30 years as a business owner—starting multiple ventures and scaling one brand to way over $1 million in its first year—I now serve as a Fractional COO to help other service leaders avoid the chaos that kills growth.
My background includes 20 years of ministry experience, and my operational experience extends to the enterprise level, where I have managed business units with annual revenues exceeding $20 million. This unique blend of executive wisdom and integrity allows me to deliver systems that bring predictable profit and financial peace.
I specialize in deploying resilient operational systems (Lead-to-Cash automation and QBO strategy) to transform business chaos. I'm here to ensure that every entrepreneur can lead their business with clarity and confidence, honoring their calling and securing their family's future.
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