At L.S. Ernst Financial Group, we partner with founders and emerging companies who think in decades, not quarters.
Our Corporate Financial Advisory practice delivers institutional-grade analysis and strategic clarity to private market clients navigating growth, capital raises, or structural change.
From preparing for investment rounds to validating business models and building operational rigor, we provide the insight, discipline, and foresight that create enduring value.
We help clients evaluate their funding needs, timing, and long-term capital strategy.
Whether preparing for a future raise or aligning financial goals with business objectives, we bring structured thinking to an often unstructured stage.
What we do:
• Analyze current and projected cash flows to determine optimal runway
• Evaluate alternative capital structures, including equity, debt, and hybrid instruments
• Develop staged funding strategies to minimize dilution and maximize flexibility
We work closely with clients to refine pitch decks, articulate value propositions, and align narratives with financial assumptions.
Our goal is to enhance clarity, credibility, and investor preparedness.
What we do:
• Refine value propositions and articulate market opportunity clearly
• Align business narratives with financial projections
• Prepare founders for investor Q&A and due dilligence
• Stress-test assumptions to ensure defensible valuations and projections
• Provide end-to-end investor support, from pitch decks and CIM's to data room preparation and strategic outreach
Clear, adaptable financial models serve as essential tools for businesses to thoroughly evaluate project feasibility, forecast long-term growth, and uncover the key drivers that influence overall performance. These models provide founders and operators with actionable insights and scenario analysis, enabling more informed and strategic decision-making at every stage of their company’s development.
What we do:
• Build adaptable, scenario-based models to explore growth pathways
• Evaluate capital efficiency, project feasibility, and valuation implications
• Conduct sensitivity and risk analysis to identify critical success factors
• Provide dashboards and reports that make insights actionable for management and investors
Note: L.S. Ernst Financial Group is not a registered broker-dealer, investment adviser, or member of FINRA, the SEC, or any other regulatory agency. We do not engage in securities placement, solicitation, or capital raising in exchange for transaction-based compensation. All advisory services provided are strategic and analytical in nature.
Contact us to schedule a consultation and take the next step in building your business with clarity and confidence.
Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, L.S. Ernst Financial Group is a financial advisory firm dedicated to providing tailored guidance that helps firms achieve clarity, readiness, and build a lasting legacy for years to come.
