A Trusted Wingman for Owners

A former middle-market business owner, Vivek has over 30 years of hands-on leadership experience running, growing, and transitioning companies. He understands the complexities of ownership and works alongside business leaders to optimize performance, drive growth, and prepare for strategic transitions.

At Juvo, Vivek brings real-world experience and execution-focused leadership to help clients navigate challenges, build value, and achieve their long-term goals.

Richard Thome is a seasoned executive with over 30 years of global experience leading complex operations across manufacturing, consumer goods, and private equity-backed companies. As a former CEO and COO, he has built a reputation for delivering operational excellence, enhancing EBITDA, and scaling businesses through disciplined execution and continuous improvement.

Now serving as Managing Director at Juvo, Richard partners with business owners to optimize performance, align stakeholder priorities, and drive value creation. He is especially skilled in lean operations, team development, M&A integration, and de-risking strategies. Richard’s leadership is marked by a hands-on, results-oriented approach—helping companies thrive through transition and grow with confidence.

Billy Ward is a seasoned Delivery Executive and former COO with over 25 years of experience leading enterprise-scale transformation programs. As a Principal Program Director at Microsoft, Billy has directed more than $160M in digital initiatives, guiding Fortune 100 companies through ERP, CRM, and AI-enabled transformations that drive measurable ROI.

Billy is trained in the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and brings hands-on experience applying its core tools to leadership teams. He has implemented Level 10 Meetings, Accountability Charts, Scorecards, and Rocks, while facilitating IDS (Identify, Discuss, Solve) sessions to improve alignment, accountability, and execution. His practical application of EOS across multiple organizations has helped leadership teams establish operating discipline, increase transparency, and drive consistent results.

Billy serves as a trusted advisor to business owners, helping them optimize operations, drive revenue growth, and realize long-term value. With a focus on disciplined execution, EOS-based operating rhythms, and AI adoption strategies, he supports clients in preparing their businesses for successful transitions or sales.

Donald Brady brings more than five decades of experience as an entrepreneur, systems integrator, technologist, and business leader serving organizations across public safety, healthcare, manufacturing, and emerging technologies.

A Bellarmine University graduate in Computer Science and former founder, president, and owner of multiple companies, Don has led operational turnarounds, commercialized early-stage technologies, and guided complex systems integration projects for organizations including Nassau County Public Safety, FDNY, NYPD, and major industrial and biomedical enterprises.

As founder of NxGn Resources, Don has focused on evaluating and advancing emerging technologies with disruptive potential. Throughout his career, he has served in executive, advisory, operational, and investor roles consistently translating complex technical concepts into practical business strategy and execution.

At Juvo, Don serves business owners as a seasoned advisor and strategic thinker, helping founders evaluate innovation opportunities, strengthen operational systems, and utilize the Juvo PrepLab™ to optimize enterprise value. He supports owners in preparing for exceptional exits or thoughtful transitions, positioning their companies to thrive on the journey from success to significance. Don’s breadth of cross-industry experience and disciplined analytical approach make him a trusted partner to leadership teams navigating complexity, growth, and long-term value creation.

A seasoned leader with expertise in customer relations, Brenda ensures every client interaction is handled with care and commitment.