Our Story

Learn about how The Exceptional Plan grew from an idea to a global company on a mission to change how businesses are started, scaled and exited.

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It all started with

One question.

I started my journey as an entrepreneur when I was just 8 years-old.

Through my experience, I witnessed first-hand how difficult it is to be an entrepreneur/business owner in today’s world. Not only is it hard, but often times services geared towards entrepreneurs/small business owners are overlooked. And I wondered, why?

The Exceptional Plan started when I decided that enough was enough. Over 5 million businesses are started every year, and small businesses account for 99% of the job market, and 44% of the US economy.

Our services are meant to help entrepreneurs and business owners live the lives they’ve dreamed of by breaking down barriers to funding, identifying unique places in the market, and creating more exceptional businesses.

Let’s make your dream a reality.

Kaylee Philbrick-Theuerkauf

CEO/Founder

So if you want to...

  • Start your business
  • Grow your business
  • Break down barriers to funding
  • Pitch to investors
  • Secure SBA/banking loans
  • Apply for EB-5, L-2, E-2 Visas
  • Work with a partner who will be there for all stages
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Local approach, global insight.

Since starting, The Exceptional Plan has grown to a global company, working in over 65 countries.

Despite this growth, we focus on personal relationships above all else. We don’t just learn your business, we invest in your dream.

Every interaction feels less like a business transaction and more like a conversation with a trusted friend who is just as bought into your success as you are. Because to us, it’s personal.

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Common FAQs

You Ask, We Answer.

Frequently asked questions for The Exceptional Plan, including what we do and why we do it.

Our founder, Kaylee Philbrick-Theuerkauf, started her first business at eight years old. Over 22 years of entrepreneurship, she kept running into the same problem: business owners didn’t have access to affordable, high quality planning that could actually move the needle. Most options were either cookie-cutter templates that didn’t hold up with lenders or expensive firms that treated clients like transactions. TEP was built to close that gap, giving entrepreneurs real strategy and real support at every stage of the journey.

Business plans are where we got our start, and they’re still a core part of what we do. But the truth is, a business plan is just the beginning. We walk with our clients through the full lifecycle of their business. That means we’re here when you need financial projections to secure your SBA loan, and we’re still here when you need a CFO-level partner to help you execute against those projections. We’re here when it’s time to build a go-to-market strategy, and we’re here when you’re ready to plan your exit. Most firms hand you a document and disappear. We don’t.

Every plan we write is built from scratch. No templates. No AI-generated content. We use a proprietary format designed to meet the expectations of SBA lenders, banks, and investors, so your plan isn’t just a document sitting in a drawer. It’s a funding tool. We pair deep market research with realistic financial modeling and write every plan in your voice, because investors and lenders can tell the difference between a plan that was built with the founder and one that was built by software.

We’ve facilitated over $2.2 billion in funding for our clients and maintain a 100% SBA approval rate on the business plans we’ve submitted. Our work spans more than 65 countries and includes SBA 7(a), 504, and microloan programs as well as investor presentations and capital raises. We understand what underwriters and investors are looking for, and we build every deliverable to meet that standard.

We build three to five year financial models by hand, including income statements, cash flow projections, and balance sheets tied to defensible, traceable assumptions. These aren’t auto-generated numbers. They’re built to hold up in a lender meeting and to serve as an operational tool you can use to run your business until you hit $1 million in revenue. When it comes to ongoing accounting and CFO support, we take a hybrid approach. We create a custom quote based on where you need the most help and blend services across bookkeeping, tax strategy, financial reporting, and CFO-level guidance so everything is covered without paying for what you don’t need. The goal is seamless support that grows with you, not a one-size-fits-all package.

We do, and it’s an important part of the lifecycle that most business plan firms ignore entirely. But we always start with a plan first. Before we launch a single campaign or build a brand strategy, we make sure there’s a clear plan in place so that every marketing dollar has something to measure against. From there, we offer marketing leadership that scales with you, from go-to-market strategy and brand positioning to full funnel execution. The goal is to make sure the growth you planned for in your business plan actually happens. We can lead your marketing strategy or work alongside your existing team to fill the gaps.

The Marketplace Method™ is our proprietary framework for helping business owners scale with clarity and plan for long-term success. It aligns your vision, your team, and your market strategy so you’re not just growing, you’re growing toward something. To put it in perspective, the Marketplace Method™ helped one organization add over $28 million in value back to their business in just six months. It’s baked into how we approach strategic advisory and exit planning, and it’s one of the reasons our clients don’t just start strong. They finish strong.

Yes. A lot of business owners don’t think about their exit until it’s too late, and that usually means leaving money on the table. We help you think about your endgame early, whether that’s a sale, a merger, a succession plan, or something else entirely. Through our strategic advisory and the Marketplace Method™, we help you build a business that’s not just profitable today but positioned for the outcome you actually want down the road.

We work with entrepreneurs at every stage, from first-time founders still refining their idea to established business owners ready to scale or exit. Our clients include startups, franchises, small businesses, and business buyers across more than 65 countries. We also partner with SBA lenders, CPAs, business brokers, immigration attorneys, and other professionals who need a trusted planning and advisory partner for their clients.

We’ve worked across virtually every industry, including food and beverage, cannabis, real estate, healthcare, construction, technology, hospitality, fitness, retail, and professional services. Because every engagement is custom, we conduct deep research into your specific market, competitive landscape, and customer base regardless of your industry.

It starts with a conversation. You’ll connect with our team to talk through your goals, your challenges, and where you want your business to go. From there, we build a custom proposal and scope of work tailored to what you actually need. Once you’re ready, we get to work. You’ll be involved throughout the process, and we don’t deliver until the final product represents your vision.

Real clients. Real Results.

From Our Exceptional Clients.

"The Exceptional Plan doesn’t treat clients like transactions. They make you feel like part of the team, with care, pride, and true collaboration in every detail."
Alex H.CEO, Founder
Alex H.
"I’d give more stars if I could. The Exceptional Plan took my idea and turned it into the best business plan my banker had ever seen. They guided me with care, cheered me on, and treated me like a friend. The best investment I’ve made in my business."
Kimberlee T.Owner
Kimberlee T.
"Available day or night, The Exceptional Plan team delivers business plans and financials that consistently earn praise from reviewers including investors. Their quick turnaround and attention to detail make them a trusted ongoing partner."
LaneCEO, Founder
Lane

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