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Blue Matter Consulting is a management consulting firm dedicated to the life sciences industry, particularly in pharmaceuticals and biotechnology. Founded in 2012, the company has grown from a single office to a global presence with locations in the United States, Europe, and India. The leadership team, including managing partners Ashwin Dandekar, Emily Hua, and George Schmidt, guides the firms strategic growth. The firm offers a wide range of services to help life sciences companies maximize value. These services include new product planning, launch strategy and management, commercial strategy for existing products, market access strategy, corporate strategy, transaction support, and organizational design. Blue Matter also focuses on specific therapeutic areas such as oncology and rare diseases, providing tailored strategies and solutions. With a diverse client base of over 250 companies, including many top global biopharmaceutical firms, Blue Matter Consulting is recognized for its strategic expertise and personalized service in the life sciences sector.
Farmers Life Insurance Company ("Farmers Life") was founded in 1997 as a small credit life and disability insurance company and has flourished by providing secure insurance products that address a growing number of diverse consumer needs. In a fast-paced industry, we strive to deliver best-in-class service throughout the life of our policies ensuring that people can fund their retirements, secure their legacies and enjoy the peace of mind associated with a well-planned future.
Chartered in 1901 as Irondale Bank of Irondale, MO, Unico Bank has thrived under the ownership of Leon and Barbara Brinkley for the past 30 years. Now, Unico Bank has 10 locations in Southeast Missouri and Northeast Arkansas to serve your banking needs. We pay competitive rates on deposit accounts and offer great low rates for loans to fit your needs. Visit any of our banking centers to see how Unico Bank is committed to Everyday Excellence.
Flynn Group is the largest franchise operator in the United States, focusing on multi-brand restaurant and retail operations. Founded in 1999 by Greg Flynn, the company has expanded significantly from its beginnings as a single-market Applebee’s operator. It now manages a diverse portfolio that includes well-known brands such as Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Panera Bread, and Arby’s, with over 2,500 locations across the country. The company specializes in franchise management, acquiring and optimizing underperforming locations to enhance operational efficiency and drive sales growth. Flynn Groups acquisition strategy has led to substantial growth, including the recent addition of 45 Pizza Hut locations in 2025, bringing its total to over 1,000. With a people-first approach, Flynn Group emphasizes employee training and retention, ensuring consistent customer experiences across its various dining segments.
We serve as part-time or full-time interim CFOs, or work on a project basis to find solutions during periods of transition or critical need. Clients are typically closely held and/or managed, with our direction received from the CEO, owners, or the Board of Directors. We often work closely with executive managers to identify and resolve key issues and develop financial strategies supporting long term objectives.