Name Change

As you know, it was my intent to scale back my consulting work and to move toward total retirement this summer.  However, the new  program regulations and continued "cries" for help from across the country have caused me to rethink full retirement.  Nonetheless, I cannot keep up the pace of travel that is required in the "consulting business".  Yet, I want to continue to help, so what do I do?

I decided to change the name of my consulting business from SLANT Consultants to Rinaldi Associates and to change the way that "I do business". 

My plan is to recruit associates who want to learn what I do, how I do it, my approach to operating a financially solvent program, and how I consult on the preparation of Management Company bid specifications, etc.  Once "on board" I would spend time training the individual and then he/she would become the associate for Rinaldi Associates in his/her state. 

My approach will be that of a Real Estate Agency, whereby my associates would work under my umbrella, soliciting their own business, scheduling their visits, writing their reports, etc.  Rinaldi Associates would provide membership in state Business Officer Associations (our potential clients), place ads in Business Manager Journals, conduct follow up training and generally provide overview of the associate's consultations.

A fee structure would be provided that would allow (just thinking here, details to be worked out later), the associate to retain 60% of the fee with the remainder going to Rinaldi Associates to cover the cost of advertising, etc.  The associate would work with a 1099 and be responsible for his/her tax liability, travel costs, etc.

Initially I plan to seek associates in NYS, Pa, Ma, Ct, and Vt.  If you are interested please contact me to discuss this concept.  Please note, some of these thoughts are only that initial thoughts, I still need to work the legalities and tax issues out with an attorney.