Strategic clarity for scaling, succession, and long-term value
Build an agency that thrives without you—with guidance from Sakas & Company
Sakas & Company has helped hundreds of agency leaders worldwide design smoother operations, strengthen leadership teams, and prepare for what’s next—whether that’s sustainable growth, founder succession, or a clean exit.
Led by agency advisor Karl Sakas, our team brings calm insight and custom strategy to the high-stakes decisions that shape your future.
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At Sakas & Company, we help agency leaders bring order to complexity—so they can scale without constant firefighting, delegate with confidence, and build a business that thrives with or without them.
Led by longtime agency advisor Karl Sakas, we’ve guided 600+ agencies across 39 countries through high-stakes transitions—from leadership restructuring to succession planning and exit readiness. Our role is to help you lead on your terms—with clarity, confidence, and the strategic support to move forward.
Ways to Work Together
Work Privately with Karl
Tailored strategic advisory to unlock scale and succession
On-Demand Training for Your Team
Self-paced programs to strengthen your agency without you in the weeds
Insights for Serious Agency Leaders
Curated strategies and tools for high-performing teams
Still not sure where to start? Contact us for concierge guidance.
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Strategic support, when it matters most
If you’ve been thinking your agency should run more smoothly—you’re not wrong. Whether you need a strategic sounding board, an outside perspective, or honest, experience-backed feedback, we’re here to help.
Lead strategically, not reactively
We help agency leaders clarify their vision, align their leadership teams, and empower decision-making at every level. With the right structure around your Values, Goals, and Resources (VGRs), you can lead with intention—without being the bottleneck.
Profit without sacrifice
Your agency is likely your #1 or #2 financial asset. But that shouldn’t come at the expense of your time, health, or quality of life. We help agency leaders create operational clarity, leadership strength, and a business that rewards them—financially and personally.
“Karl helped turn Inflow into a well-oiled machine—organized, process-driven, and attractive to buyers. The decisions you make today will shape what’s possible later. Karl made it possible for me to exit on my terms.”
— Mike Belasco, Founder, Inflow (exited 2023)
Real results from agency leaders
From Client Churn to a Successful Agency Exit
This agency transformed persistent client churn into a smooth, profitable exit with Karl’s guidance.
Scaling from $2M to $12M with Systems That Stick
With Karl’s help, this agency built the structure and leadership to scale 6X.
Exited 2–3X Faster Than Most
With Karl’s help, this agency founder prepped, handed off, and exited in just one year.
What the Right Advice Can Do
See how owners scaled, stepped back, and built what’s next—with help from Karl.
Insights for agency leaders
Explore strategies, frameworks, and lessons learned from advising hundreds of agencies worldwide. Each of the 500+ articles is designed to help you build a scalable, valuable business that thrives without you.
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