From Idea to Impact: How 47 Businesses Grew More Than 30% in One Year
You’re here because you are a business founder, operator or consultant and want one, two, or maybe all three of the following:
Smarter growth. Grow faster without the chaos, so you can reclaim your time, margin, and control.
Sharper instincts. Make clear decisions in uncertain times, so you don't miss what's coming next.
Stronger foundations. Build a business that doesn’t rely on your burnout, so you’re free to step back without it all falling apart.
Most founders won’t say they’re stuck. They’ll say they’re testing, building, or hiring. But underneath, many are quietly asking whether they’re focused on what truly moves the needle. That’s a smart question to ask.
Markets are shifting. Technology is evolving fast. Capital is flowing in new directions. Entire industries are being rewritten in real time. In this environment, clarity matters more than hustle.
Build to Thrive is where smart founders get real about growth.
I share smart strategies, practical tools, and step-by-step playbooks drawn from real founder experiences. These are not theories. They’re actionable insights designed to help you grow your business with clarity, confidence, and control.
This is a learning flywheel for founders who want to stay sharp, evolve with the times, and build companies that can adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Here is how the content machine works:
Track Real Founder Stories
The Roundtable – Weekly community-sourced insightsSpot Patterns & Frameworks
The Blueprint – Weekly tools, tech, and tacticsDeep Dives into What Works
Bi-weekly Deep Dives with playbooks and strategyReview and discuss ideas with smart people (Summer 2025)
Monthly Live Strategy SessionsBuild & share practical knowledge (Fall 2025)
Workshops, Coaching & Events
The system wasn’t built for you. So we built one that is.
Why I Built This
Thanks for taking the time to read. I’m Juan Salas-Romer, and over the past 22 years, I’ve built companies in real estate, finance, hospitality, and business education.
But the work I’m most proud of is helping 47 businesses grow revenues by more than 30% in one year. Not with hype or hacks, but through a structured approach that combines strategy, systems, and support at the moments they needed it most.
This platform is for founders navigating uncertainty, carrying the weight of a business, and figuring it out as they go. The ones committed to asking better questions and staying sharp in a world that keeps changing.
You don’t have to build alone. When we learn together and put the right systems in place, progress gets easier. Let’s go from idea to impact, one smart move at a time.
Here is me
Here is the real me
Business Accelerator Testimonials
"Before the program, I was overwhelmed, too many priorities, constant second-guessing. Within two sessions, I had a clear roadmap… and the confidence to act on it. This wasn’t just guidance. It was a reset."
Monica G., Creative Agency Founder
During the 90-Day Sprint, we landed two new clients and restructured our core offer. Juan helped us zoom in on what was already working and scale it. I’ve tried other programs. This one actually moved the needle."
David L., Food Distribution Business
"I didn’t expect the peer sessions to be so impactful. Presenting my business to other thoughtful founders and hearing honest, strategic feedback helped me spot blind spots I’d been ignoring for months."
Rachel M., Brewery Owner
"This program helped me stop reacting and start leading. The frameworks were strong, but the real value was the space to step back, think clearly, and walk away with focused next steps after every session."
Andre C., Real Estate Developer
"Running a business is isolating. Being part of a tight-knit group of founders, people who actually listen and push you forward was a game changer. That weekly accountability kept me moving when I would’ve stalled."
Selena T., E-commerce Operator
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