# Valen Group
> Strategy consulting, innovation, and brand licensing firm based in Cincinnati, OH. Over 20 years of experience working with Global 1000 and high-growth companies using our proprietary Fusion Innovation methodology.

## About
Valen Group helps businesses make better strategic decisions through data-driven consulting. Founded by Gus Valen, we specialize in three core areas: Strategy Consulting, Innovation, and Brand Licensing. Recognized as a Top 25 Global Licensing Agency by License! Global Magazine.

## Team
- Gus Valen - Founder & CEO, 20+ years strategy consulting experience
- David Millay - Senior Consultant, innovation strategy and brand licensing
- Jeff Dotson - Consultant
- Tamara Tekulve - Consultant
- Nizar El-Khoury - Consultant
- Jessi Degenhart - Consultant
- Molly Brockman - Consultant
- Mike Donavan - Consultant

## Services
- [Strategy Consulting](https://www.valengroup.com/strategy-consulting/): Strategic planning, growth strategy, market analysis, competitive intelligence
- [Innovation](https://www.valengroup.com/innovation/): Innovation strategy, Fusion Insight Sprints, new product development
- [Brand Licensing](https://www.valengroup.com/brand-licensing/): Licensing strategy, program management, brand extension planning

## Methodology
- [Fusion Innovation](https://www.valengroup.com/fusion-methodology/): Proprietary agile methodology combining quantitative research with qualitative insights

## Key Results
- Red Robin: $40M+ annual retail sales from brand licensing, nearly tripled expected volume
- Top 25 Global Licensing Agency (License! Global Magazine)
- Clients include P&G, PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, adidas, Biltmore Estate, Rust-Oleum

## Knowledge
- [Thought Leadership](https://www.valengroup.com/thought-leadership/): 28+ articles on strategy, innovation, and brand licensing
- [Case Studies](https://www.valengroup.com/case-study/): 16 detailed client engagement summaries

## Contact
- Address: 10250 Alliance Road, Suite 226, Cincinnati, OH 45242 USA
- Phone: +1 513 842 6300
- Email: info@valengroup.com
- Hours: Mon-Fri, 8AM-5PM EDT