THE BUSINESS BEHIND YOUR BUSINESS SHOULD WORK AS HARD AS YOU DO

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At Trades Up Business Builder, we help skilled tradespeople, who have built their business with hard work and dedication, optimize and automate the business behind their business so they can spend less time buried in paperwork and more time doing what they love.

Whether you’re struggling with scheduling and organization, invoicing and cash flow, or customer management to keep up with demand, we’ll provide you with the tools and strategies, education, and support to streamline operations to increase profits and to give you control of your time. You’ll gain the skills and confidence to manage your operations smoothly and improve profitability. We will help you take back control of your business so you can take it to the next level.

SPEND LESS TIME ON PAPERWORK AND MORE TIME BUILDING THE BUSINESS YOU LOVE. WE’LL SHOW YOU HOW

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YOU’VE MASTERED YOUR TRADE NOW
IT’S TIME TO MASTER YOUR BUSINESS

You’ve spent years perfecting your craft but found that running a business is a different skill set. Managing clients, managing employees, handling invoices, and marketing your services is a lot.

Every business owner has different challenges but the goal is always the same, more control, more profit, and less stress. Long hours, unpredictable cash flow, and endless paperwork can leave you feeling stuck.

That’s why our process starts with a conversation. We’ll talk about where you are now, what’s getting in your way, and what you want to achieve. If it’s a good fit, we’ll lay out exactly how we can help. No pressure, just a straight forward plan to get your business running the way it should. If it feels right for you, we’ll create a clear path forward and start making progress today.

WHAT’S THE CATCH?

No catch. Just an honest, 30-minute conversation about your business.

We know not everyone is the right fit for our program, and that’s okay. Our goal is simple: to see if we can genuinely help you. If we can, we’ll show you how. If not, we’ll still make sure you leave the call with valuable insights you can use right away.

You have nothing to lose and potentially everything to gain.

Trades Up Changed My Business – A Life-Changer!

“Their step-by-step approach helped me organize my finances, implement a CRM system (which I didn’t even know I needed!), and optimize my workflow. They didn’t just throw information at me they guided me through it, making sure I could actually apply what I learned. Now, I have more time for my family, my business is running smoother, and I’m even booking more high-value jobs thanks to their branding strategies.”

– Jake- Greenhood Construction

How we Help

Your trade is your expertise—we make sure running a business doesn’t get in the way of it. Our approach is built differently. We prioritize efficiency, profitability, and control, giving you the tools, resources, support, and education across 14 key business learnings you need to scale without the stress.

Here’s how we do it:

  • Optimize & Automate – We streamline the backend of your business so you can focus on what you do best. Less paperwork and fewer headaches equals more time.
  • Create Predictable Growth – No more feast-or-famine cycles. We help you build consistent systems for attracting and retaining the right customers.
  • Strengthen Your Operations – From pricing to hiring, we show you how to make smarter business decisions that increase your bottom line.
  • Get Back in Control – Instead of reacting to problems, you’ll have a clear roadmap for growth with the knowledge and support to execute it.

You don’t have to figure it out alone. We’ll meet you where you are and build a plan that fits your business today and where you want to take it to next.

WHY TRADES UP?

Unlike generic business coaching programs, Trades Up is built specifically for skilled tradespeople. We understand the unique challenges you face balancing the demands of both your craft and your company. Our strategies are tailored to YOU. Your goals. Your success.

What Makes Us Different?

Most business programs aren’t built for tradespeople. They’re designed for office executives, tech startups, or corporate managers—not hands-on professionals who run service-based businesses. We know the trades because we’ve worked with tradespeople like you for years.
We understand that your challenges are different—and so is our approach. Proven strategies designed for real-world business growth—not just theory.

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TAKE ADVANTAGE OF A FREE STRATEGY & GROWTH CONSULTATION

Every trade business is different, which is why this call is customized to YOU. During your session, we’ll dive into:
  • Your Current Challenges – What’s holding you back from growth and stability?
  • Your Roadblocks – The real reasons you’re stuck (and how to overcome them).
  • Your Goals – Where do you want your business to be in the next 6–12 months?
  • Your Next Steps – A clear roadmap to get you moving in the right direction.
By the end of the call, you’ll have a better understanding of what is and what’s not working. If our goals align then we will get started right away. If they don’t, that’s ok. We will leave you with valuable insight and actionable steps to start moving in the right direction.
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MEET THE TEAM
BEHIND TRADES UP

Our team has spent decades helping business owners like you take charge of their operations, eliminate stress, and grow profitably. We understand the challenges tradespeople face because we’ve helped hundreds overcome them.

Nathan Dumont

Co-founder & CEO

Alex Stern

Co-founder & COO

Matthew Sumner

Business Growth & Scaling Advisor

YOUR NEXT STEP: LETS TALK ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS

Every trade business is different and that’s why we start every consultation with a one-on-one conversation to determine:
  • What your business goals are
  • What you’ve tried to achieve this goal
  • What has let you down in the past

We will also go over any other considerations or concerns you have so that at the end of our call, you’ll have clear and actionable steps to get your business heading in the right direction.

If you are ready to build a business that works for you, let’s talk.

LET’S BUILD YOUR LEGACY
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Nathan Dumont

Nathan Dumont grew up in rural Maine. Since graduating from the A.B. Freeman School of Business at Tulane University in 2007, Nathan has devoted his career to helping small to midsize companies grow and establish their local and foreign footprint.

Nathan brings over 15 years of expertise and experience of increasing client sales by building critical back-end infrastructure, maximizing customer’s overall UX/UI experience, and mitigating client business risks, which leaves his clients better off than when he joined them.

With over 45 years of combined experience, Nathan and his all-star team have set out to create a new platform, Trades Up Business Builder. Trades Up Business Builder is a one stop shop program that gives business owners in the trades the tools, software, and training to succeed – no matter where they are in the business life cycle (startup, growth, or scaling). Most importantly, this program allows business owners to realize their financial freedom and allows them to spend more time enjoying life.

We encourage you to join our community and learn how Trades Up Business Builder can help you take your business to the next level.

Alex Stern

Alex Stern is a versatile, goal-oriented, and highly accomplished serial entrepreneur with disciplines in branding and marketing. He is able to adapt strategy and plans to meet an ever-changing market and fiercely competitive conditions. He has an outstanding track record of increasing sales and branding recognition through developing innovative, cutting-edge strategies that are value-added, cost-effective, win market share, and positively impact bottom-line profits.

He is a superior team leader, focused on active coaching and training, and possesses the multi-task capacity to work independently while leading multiple teams. His outstanding verbal communication skills and excellent interpersonal and organizational skills to communicate and operate in a fast-paced and challenging environment allow him to be flexible to meet shifting goals in tight deadlines. He is an out-of-the-box thinker who can develop innovative ideas for solving problems and meeting deadlines on time and on budget. An expert on leadership and assembling high-performing teams. He builds company cultures in which, when things get tough, people lean in to help the person next to them so the team can accomplish more.

Matthew Sumner

Matthew Sumner is a dynamic leader with over 15 years of experience as a founder and CEO, building and scaling platform businesses across the USA, Africa, the Middle East, and the Far East. His entrepreneurial vision and operational expertise have enabled him to successfully navigate diverse markets, creating sustainable growth and impactful results for his clients at home and abroad. Matthew’s ability to innovate, adapt and execute on a global scale has established him as a driving force and leader in his space.

Matthew grew up in rural Maine where the trades are more prevalent per capita then almost anywhere else. Matthew and Nathan (founder) have been best friends for over 25 years and have embarked on their own successful entrepreneurial journeys . When called upon, Matthew answered the call to help local tradesmen build their own successful businesses by joining Trades Up Business Builder as a key advisor.