Platinum Group
Karen Primeau is an experienced Operations Manager at Platinum Group since May 2007, overseeing daily operations for a minority-owned consulting firm focused on business development, operations, and inclusion. Prior to this role, Karen served as Executive Director at CDCC from March 2003 to April 2007, where responsibilities included developing programs for minority and women-owned businesses in the construction industry. Additionally, Karen worked as Division Director at the City of Portland's Procurement Bureau from April 2000 to March 2003, managing a team dedicated to diversity and inclusion programs. Earlier in Karen's career, spanning from 1979 to 2000, Karen held the position of Manager of Contract Compliance at the Port of Seattle.
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Platinum Group
Platinum Group offers a confidential place for small, mid-sized and family business owners to share their dreams, challenges and struggles. We understand the stress and uncertainty of many business owners, which make it difficult to move while hesitant. First, we listen; then we thoughtfully and strategically respond with a focus on the outcomes that will move your company forward. Our four core services: business advice, business turnaround, business transition and family business. Within these service areas are the following specialties: financial and M&A advisory, cash flow management, conflict resolution, ownership transfer, interim leadership, crisis management, succession planning, and more. More than 1,400 companies have turned to Platinum Group to grow, thrive and transition their companies for over four decades. We are a team of seasoned business veterans who understand the complexity and challenges of business ownership. Our expertise is steeped in running and/or owning companies, with a focus on manufacturing, distribution and services businesses. Some of the most common uncertainties we hear from business owners include: “How do I prepare for a business transition?” “How do I transfer business ownership to the next generation? “I’m feeling stuck and stressed about how to grow my company.” “How can I create more business value for my family business?” “How do I overcome a business crisis?” “How do I resolve conflict within our family business?” Our Core Values and mission, Meaningful Capitalism,TM guide our response to ensure we do the right thing – always. We are passionate about our clients’ futures because we believe that successful businesses and a strong market economy make a positive contribution to society. It is truly meaningful work for us to help companies to achieve future success, however the business owner and leaders define it.