In this episode of The Strategic Business Influencer, Paige Velasquez Budde sits down with David Chavez, founder and CEO of Assured Strategy, serial entrepreneur, and Scaling Up coach. A military veteran, former CPA, and seasoned operator, David has helped over 280 businesses navigate growth, exits, and transformation. His journey spans taking five companies public during his time at Arthur Andersen, building and selling his own CPA firm, and now guiding leaders through high-stakes decisions with practical, battle-tested advice.