Welcome to The Profit Talk! In this show, we're going to help you explore strategies to help you maximize profits in your business while scaling and creating the lifestyle that you want as an entrepreneur. I am your host, Susanne Mariga! I'm a CPA, a Fractional CFO, and a Certified Profit First Professional Mastery Level providing tax strategies to 7 and 8-figure entrepreneurs. Let's dive into strategies to maximize profits in your business!

In this episode of The Profit Talk Show, host Susanne Mariga welcomes the incredible Alec Armbrecht, a specialist in uncovering hidden business savings across a wide range of industries. Alec helps businesses reduce overhead costs, renegotiate contracts, and identify cash leaks—all on a contingency basis, meaning clients pay only from realized savings. From merchant fees to utilities and insurance, Alec shares practical strategies to preserve profits and keep vendor relationships strong.

Together, we tackle a critical topic—how to identify hidden savings in your business, prevent fee creep, and maintain strong vendor relationships. This conversation is packed with actionable insights for any business owner looking to optimize their expenses and increase profitability.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:
✅ How to identify hidden savings in your business overhead without switching vendors.
✅ Common cash leak patterns, including auto-renewals, complex credit card fees, and contract overpayments.
✅ The engagement process for uncovering and realizing savings, including audits and ongoing monitoring.
✅ Practical recommendations for businesses to track contracts, monitor fees, and recover unclaimed funds.
✅ The timeline and payment model for cost-saving engagements—no savings, no fee.

Memorable Quotes:
💡 "We focus on keeping your existing vendors while improving terms and pricing—no unnecessary changes." – Alec Armbrecht
💡 "Running periodic audits prevents fee creep and protects your profits." – Alec Armbrecht
💡 "Even small clauses and compliance fees can add up to thousands in lost revenue—stay vigilant." – Susanne Mariga

Resources & Links:
🔹 Connect with Alec Armbrecht: www.armbrechtbc.com
🔹 Call Alec: 251-880-SAVE / 251-880-7283

Join the Conversation:
Visit the Profit First Masterclass Facebook group for additional exclusive trainings: https://profit-first-mastermind.mykajabi.com/profit-first

Contact:
Mariga Group – www.marigagroup.com | (713) 280-7975

DISCLAIMER:
The information contained within these videos is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute an accountant-client relationship. While we use reasonable efforts to furnish accurate and up-to-date information, we assume no liability or responsibility for any errors, omissions, or regulatory updates in the content of this video. Any U.S. federal tax advice contained within is not intended to be used for the purpose of avoiding penalties under U.S. federal tax law.