About Us
Strategic Analysts is a group that provides short term consulting in:
- Strategic planning for small and mid-sized companies
- Corporations seeking growth through mergers and acquisitions
- Diligence support for investments
- Corporations looking to divest assets
- Business plan development and market strategies for New Ventures
- Investment analysis for Private Equity and Debt Investors
We specialize in the Business-to-Business Manufacturing and Process Industries. and our team our team encompasses a broad range of experience in strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, and investment diligence.
Our work ranges from phone consults, site visits for diligence, to on-site strategic planning support. We have significant experience in the Forest Products, Pulp and Paper, Printing, and Paper Converting industries.
Featured Associate - RICK MERDAN
Rick specializes in Marketing with a focus on sustainability programs. He has over 26 years experience in the paper industry with roles in the areas of production, technical, quality, product development, product management, marketing, and sustainability. Recently in his sustainability marketing role he has presented to numerous Fortune 500 companies, organizations, and conferences. Excellent working relationships with many ENGOs with membership on several committees and a member of the board of directors of the Sustainable Green Printing Partnership. He is on the advisory council for the University of Minnesota Bio-products Marketing and Management program. Rick has an MBA from the University of Wisconsin , Oshkosh , a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Minnesota , and is an ASQ Certified Quality Engineer.