Forward Fuels Growth for Woman-Owned Consulting Agency

October 31, 2024

In today’s economic climate, small businesses are facing unprecedented challenges. For Sharon Weaver, founder and CEO of Smarter Consulting, navigating the post-pandemic landscape proved particularly difficult. She experienced rapid changes—quickly losing business as contracts were delayed and canceled, then ramping up, only to slow down again. The unpredictable nature of consulting work, fluctuating between too much or none at all, left her searching for a solution to help stabilize her business.

That’s where Forward Financing stepped in. Offering revenue-based financing, Forward provided Sharon with the quick and efficient injection of capital she needed to maintain day-to-day operations and support business growth. This timely intervention allowed her to navigate uncertainties with confidence, sustain her team and clients, and continue to adapt to an ever-changing economic landscape.

But Sharon’s story isn’t just about overcoming financial hurdles. It’s about a passionate entrepreneur who transitioned from a pre-med student and retail pharmacy worker to a software developer in the healthcare industry. Over time, she developed expertise and eventually secured a position within the Microsoft space at a global engineering company, before founding Smarter Consulting in June 2017.

Driven by her own experience as a woman in tech, Sharon understood the challenges of being underrepresented in the industry. She created Smarter Consulting with a mission to help underserved individuals, particularly women and minorities, upskill in tech through mentorship and apprenticeships. This commitment to diversity and inclusion remains integral to Sharon’s business approach.

Thanks to the support from Forward, Sharon not only stabilized her business but also gained the ability to continue making a difference in the tech industry by providing mentorship and opportunities for underserved populations. Her story exemplifies the power of innovative financial solutions in empowering entrepreneurs and fostering positive change.

Interested in learning more about how Forward can help your business? Check out our product or submit your application today. Still have questions? Give us a call at 888-244-9099 or email us at info@forwardfinancing.com, our team is available Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 6 PM EST.