Maximizing Value. Preparing for What's Next
Advisory Services for Home Improvement Retailers
Maximizing Value. Preparing for What's Next
Advisory Services for Home Improvement Retailers
Legacy Retail Advisors
Areas of Expertise
- Family Business Dynamics
- Operational Succession Planning
- Enhancing Business Value in Preparation for Acquisition
- Leadership Development
- Financial and Productivity KPIs
- P&L Analysis and Education
About legacyretailadvisors.com
Our Team
Curtis Gillman has built a 20+ year career as a dynamic leader in the retail home improvement industry. Guided by the principles of servant leadership, accountability, and KPI measurement he successfully grew an eight-store regional chain into an 18-location industry leader, driving operational excellence and sustainable growth.
Curtis is passionate about helping family-owned businesses preserve and strengthen their legacy. He specializes in working with both incoming and exiting generations to develop strategic plans for growth, succession, and long-term stability.
With extensive experience in acquisitions, Curtis is uniquely positioned to help independent owners and operators increase the value of their businesses. His deep understanding of what buyers look for enables him to craft strategies that enhance market appeal and maximize sale valuation.
Curtis holds a bachelor’s degree in Property Management from Ball State University and an MBA from Indiana Wesleyan University. He lives in southeastern Indiana with his wife, Andrea, and their three daughters—Lacey, Lilly, and Lainey.
Advisory Services
- Family Business Dynamics Coaching
- Enhancing Business Value for Acquisition
- Leadership Development
- Financial and Productivity KPIs
- P&L Analysis and Education
- Time Management and Operational Efficiency
- HR Strategies (hiring, coaching, discipline, compensation strategy, and risk management)
- Purchasing and Vendor Negotiation