Founded in 2008, GuideSource was built on a simple but powerful belief: if we serve others with dedication and excellence, success will follow. That principle continues to shape everything we do—whether we’re helping a business rethink its strategy, navigate financial uncertainty, or streamline operations for long-term growth.
Led by founder Rick Gallagher, GuideSource brings decades of real-world leadership experience to the table. Rick has launched and led multiple companies, served as CEO for both privately held and private equity-owned businesses, and now helps others do the same—by applying insight, strategy, and execution that actually works.
- Our Mission
Personal connection with Growing Founders
We exist to help business leaders unlock clarity, act with confidence, and create lasting impact. Through wisdom, best-practices, and
implementation support, we guide leaders to achieve goals and pursued outcomes.
- What we believe
Do what is right, always
We embarked on our journey with a distinct approach. Instead of adhering to a demanding, all-or-nothing career path, we prioritized balance and well-being. We provided an opportunity to find fulfillment in both your professional and personal life, placing importance on family and engaging in impactful projects alongside companies within your community.
Our core principle was to invest in people, communities, and the success of our clients. Consistently recognized as a top workplace, Beratung has garnered a reputation for creating an environment where individuals thrive. We proudly serve more than half of the Fortune 100 companies and a third of the Fortune 500, while also collaborating with startups, not-for-profit organizations, and a myriad of innovative entities.
- Our Core Values
Integrity
We do what’s right. Especially when it’s hard.
Client-Centric
We serve clients first. Equipping clients with Truth and Wisdom strengthens our clients’ businesses and our relationships
Wisdom
Our experience yields Wisdom. Our Wisdom uniquely equips us to help our clients win. Being entrusted with wisdom compels us to guide others to success
Confidentiality
We respect your trust and protect your privacy.
Our Client’s perspective of what happens when you work with the GuideSource Team
At GuideSource, we believe that sustainable transformation happens through smart strategy, practical execution, and lasting partnership.
We don’t just advise, we roll up our sleeves and work alongside you to create measurable results.
Guided a stalled startup to grow by 16X in 3 years.
Turnaround a manufacturer after a rapid rise and a crushing fall in revenue
Helped a business owner prepare and sell his business at a price 20% greater than he was asking
“Everyone needs to hear about you guys. You are amazing. I knowothers who have used GuideSource. Everyone feels the same way.” JC
“You get things done when others stall out. That’s exactly what I needed.” DM
