We’re a Team of Consultants, Passionate in Helping Your Business Grow
At PVG, we’re more than consultants; we’re committed partners in your journey to success. Focusing on the vital intangible capitals — Human, Customer, Structural, and Social — which constitute 75% of a company’s worth, we offer comprehensive services in Growth Consulting, Value Enhancement, Exit Planning, and Risk Mitigation. With expert guidance and proven methodologies, we help you envision a future where your business thrives amidst market fluctuations, breaking free from day-to-day challenges.
We delve deep into your organization, unveiling concealed opportunities and optimizing its worth. From crafting growth strategies to meticulous exit planning, we stand with you, ensuring your legacy is secure and your business prospers. Elevate your business and transform your future with Planned Value Group — where your path to unparalleled business growth begins. Planned Value Group: Your strategic partner for business excellence.
With over three decades of dedicated service, Michael Crowley brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the business realm, coupled with a profound commitment to assisting entrepreneurs in their growth journey.
Michael’s passion for empowering others not only enriches his own life but also leaves a lasting impact on his clients. Through his extensive experience as a CEO and Principal, he has successfully grown, systemized, and sold businesses across diverse industries, showcasing his adeptness in strategic transitions. Currently serving as a proactive consultant for Planned Value Group, formerly The CND Group, Michael embodies a personal and direct approach in guiding fellow business owners. He and his team specialize in enhancing the intangible capitals – human, customer, structural, and social – which collectively constitute 75% of a company’s value. Their mission goes beyond
consultancy; they are trusted advisors committed to ensuring the success of every business they touch.
Michael’s professional ethos centers around teamwork and the value of input from every team member. He fosters an environment where insights are valued, ensuring that Planned Value Group operates seamlessly and effectively. With a deep understanding of the challenges faced by business owners, Michael’s dedicated focus is on preventing business closures and facilitating successful transitions for all clients.
Beyond his professional commitments, Michael is an enthusiastic sports aficionado. When he’s not immersed in the world of sports, he enjoys spending quality time at the gym, with his family and loved ones, or embracing the thrill of skiing down slopes.
Michael has always positioned his companies for a successful transition. He sold his first business, an environmental company at 29 years old. For over two decades as CEO or Principal Michael has repeated this process of growing, systemizing, and selling businesses across various industries.
Michael currently is an active consultant for Planned Value Group formerly The CND Group, a small business consulting firm committed to helping clients build and harvest the value in their business. His team of professionals focus on the four intangible capitals that make up 75% of a company’s worth. Systematically improving and measuring the human, customer, structural, and social capitals.
His team understands the pressure and stress that follows the life of a business owner. As business owners themselves, Planned Value Group takes a personal and direct approach to becoming the most trusted advisor for a business owner.
Michael’s professional philosophy is straightforward. He is a team player and greatly values insight and feedback from his employees and team. He believes in his company’s mission and carries over these ideals when managing employees. As it can be painful for businesses to close operations, Michael has dedicated his professional life to prevent such a thing from happening and to ensure a successful transition for all his clients.
Michael is an avid sports fan. In his spare time when not enjoying a game, he can be found at the gym, spending time with his family and loved ones, or skiing.
Jake Crowley, a seasoned business professional and Managing Member at Chief Properties for six years, has a rich background in property and residential development.
As the Principal/Operations Manager at AH Painting, a 2020 Inc. – Top 5000 Fastest Growing Independent Company, Jake played a pivotal role in the company’s remarkable growth, culminating in its successful sale in 2022.
With over a decade of experience, Jake has served as a dedicated Business Consultant for The CND Group, now known as Planned Value Group. Here, he leads a team focused on Value Acceleration, systematically improving and measuring the human, customer, structural, and social capitals within businesses. Understanding the challenges faced by business owners, Jake’s commitment lies in ensuring clients feel heard and understood. He approaches problem-solving with a keen objective perspective, addressing concerns logically and methodically.
Beyond his professional pursuits, Jake is an active individual, dedicated to his training in jiu-jitsu, a Brazilian martial art. In his leisure time, he enjoys skiing and engaging in sports games with friends and family, showcasing his passion for both physical fitness and camaraderie.
Dennis Crowley stands as a distinguished Senior Executive and Entrepreneur spanning the technology, services, and risk management sectors.
His rich experience encompasses guiding startups and growth-stage organizations, providing astute management consulting, and pioneering the development of service offerings and new products to foster sustainable growth.
As a Founder of Apollo Security International, Dennis played pivotal roles including General Counsel and President. His successful negotiation of the company’s sale to Allied Universal showcased his diligence expertise. Subsequently, as Senior Vice President of Integration Technology at AUS, he played a key role in launching cutting-edge AI-based technology. In 2020, he co-founded Trellis Software, where he served as President until 2023, overseeing its Private Marketplace venture. Dennis’s skill set includes executive leadership, strategic planning, sales, marketing, human resources, quality control, security operations, and corporate law.
Dennis holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst, a CSS in Business Administration from Harvard University Extension School, and a JD, cum laude, from Suffolk University Law School. He is a proud member of YPO, the Massachusetts Bar, and Intellenet, showcasing his commitment to professional excellence and continuous growth.
Dave Isherwood embodies the heart of Planned Value Group, blending a wealth of experience with a visionary mindset.
A proud member of Phi Theta Kappa and Kappa Beta Delta International Honor Societies, Dave’s educational journey showcases his dedication to continuous learning. Before joining PVG, he played a pivotal role in propelling a local e-commerce startup to success, demonstrating his organizational prowess and digital marketing acumen. With four years of leadership experience as an Operations Manager, overseeing diverse teams, he mastered the art of fostering collaborative environments.
Dave’s innate sociability, coupled with his passion for psychology and networking, enables him to forge genuine connections with clients, understanding their needs at a profound level. In his
personal pursuits, he delves into psychology and philosophy, enhancing his empathetic approach to client interactions. Dave’s commitment to active living mirrors his dedication to teamwork, while his unwavering support for the Boston Celtics showcases his shared passion for collaborative success. His multifaceted expertise, empathetic demeanor, and lifelong learning ethos make him a trusted guide for clients seeking transformative business journeys.
