A Petra Case Study

ProTec

Realizing the Vision for the Future

Industry

Construction

Employees

300+

Headquarters

San Diego, CA

Background

Protec is a leading provider of maintenance and servicing for Homeowners Associations (HOAs) in southern California and Nevada doing $25M in annual revenue. Despite its success, the company was unable to break through a profitability plateau, with gross profit margins stagnating around 28-29%. Additionally, the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic added further complexity, raising concerns about the feasibility of implementing necessary price increases without risking customer attrition. Recognizing the need for strategic guidance and operational enhancement, Protec turned to Petra.

Challenges Faced:

Profitability Plateau:

Despite achieving significant revenue growth, Protec struggled to translate its top-line success into sustainable profitability, with margins remaining stagnant.

Pricing Dilemma:

The prospect of raising prices to improve profitability was met with trepidation, as Protec feared potential backlash from customers amidst the economic uncertainty caused by the pandemic.

Operational Efficiency:

Protec identified inefficiencies in its operational processes and contract structures, recognizing the need for streamlining to enhance profitability and scalability.

Leadership Alignment:

Ensuring alignment and cohesion among Protec's leadership team was imperative to drive strategic decision-making and organizational growth effectively.

"Protec's partnership with Petra represented a pivotal turning point in the company's journey toward sustainable growth and profitability."

 

Strategic Coaching:

Protec engaged with Petra to develop a custom roadmap and growth strategy aligned with the company's objectives and market dynamics.

 
 

Market Analysis and Pricing Structure:

Petra facilitated a thorough market analysis to identify pricing opportunities and competitive benchmarks, empowering Protec to implement strategic price adjustments while mitigating customer churn.

 
 

Operational Optimization:

With Petra's guidance, Protec undertook a comprehensive review of its operational processes, identifying inefficiencies and areas for improvement. Streamlining contracts and standardizing procedures enhanced operational efficiency and profitability.

 
 

Leadership Development:

The Petra Process and Coaching extended beyond strategic planning to encompass leadership development, fostering alignment, communication, and accountability among Protec's leadership team.

Unlocking Potential 

Enhanced Profitability:

Through Petra, Protec successfully implemented price increases and operational optimizations, resulting in a notable improvement in gross profit margins to approximately 34%, driving increased profitability and financial stability.

Steady Growth Trajectory:

Despite initial concerns, Protec experienced sustained revenue growth, surpassing $36 million in revenue and positioning itself for further expansion and market dominance.

Cultural Transformation:

Protec's partnership with Petra catalyzed a cultural shift within the organization, fostering a collaborative, results-driven culture centered around employee empowerment, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Leadership Alignment:

The Petra Process facilitated alignment and cohesion among Protec's leadership team, enabling more effective decision-making, communication, and execution of strategic initiatives.

"By engaging with Petra, Protec overcame profitability challenges, achieved sustainable growth, and strengthened its position as a market leader in the HOA Maintenance and Construction Industry. "